This one-pot wonder with hearty bacon, filling beans, and cooked collard leaves is incredibly delicious. There is no doubt in my mind you’ll be back for seconds. Best of all, this meal is easy to make. It’s pretty hands-off; all it takes is a side of cornbread, and dinner is done! Did I mention it’s also truly affordable, especially if you use dry beans like I do? 😉 Recipe Ingredients How to Make Black-Eyed Peas and Collard Greens Make the Black-Eyed Peas Soak – The night before, place the black-eyed peas in a large bowl and fill it with cool water (there should be at least three times as much water as the peas)....

I know that steamed fish and chicken are tasty, but it just tastes too plain, right? Now, how do we make it better? Well, lucky you, I just happen to have the right blackened seasoning recipe to make any bland dish a meal to remember. If you’re a home cook like me, you probably already have all the ingredients in your kitchen, if not, it’s readily available in your local grocery store....

I can’t put into words how to describe the first time I tried this bread pudding recipe in a cafe in New Orleans a few years ago. I only remember recognizing those cozy warm flavors, especially that comforting bourbon flavor in the pudding and rum sauce. It seemed to me like the gates of heaven opened, and the angels sang as I helped myself to seconds and even thirds. So, of course, I’ve been trying to recreate that deliciousness ever since then....

Nothing screams summer to me than outdoor meals like this easy cajun shrimp boil recipe here. In fact, it’s on top of my list of go-to summer meals when I feel so lazy grilling outside. If you think grilling is easy enough, this one here is the most-laid back summer meal you could ever have. You just have to generously season the shrimps, potatoes, sausages, and corn, mix it well....

Caribbean Potato Salad -This incredible potato salad is creamy, luscious, tasty and chock full of vegetables. I would say this is the perfect potato salad for any summer barbecue and is great for picnics too. It is almost summer and barbecues, cookouts, parties and picnics are all the rage at this time of the year. If you are planning one or attending one, here is one recipe that would fit right in, regardless of the menu....

A Go-To Comfort Food. Carne Guisada is one of the comfort foods I love eating especially when it’s a little cold outside. The level of spiciness is enough to keep you warm and enjoy the weather more. This fork-tender and juicy beef with thick sauce enriched with herbs and spices really take the dish to a higher level. I love how the spiciness complimented the whole dish. Serve it with rice or Homemade Tortillas and you’ll have an extraordinary meal your family will surely enjoy....

If there’s one thing I love most about holiday side dishes, it’s that they fill you with different flavors right at the first bite; almost taking away the spotlight from the main courses. This is especially true with this carrot soufflé because it doesn’t matter which piece you get, it’s always indulgent. Trust me, this recipe won’t be as daunting as it sounds. What is a Soufflé? A soufflé is super light and fluffy French baked dish made from beaten egg whites and yolks....

How are you enjoying the summer?! It’s school holidays for us and we are swinging between exhausted from days of fun, sticky with sun cream and the rest of the time trying to save our sanity amidst rain storms. (Helloooo? England? Where’s that sun gone?!) Either way, it’s these packed days that call for the easiest of possible suppers, so I give you another platter. A child friendly cheese board....

It makes an appearance twice in the seasonal cycle, once during the summer and then sometime around winter. Neither of its seasonal emergence from the hibernation ever evoked a sense of glee in me. With its humble appearance, ordinary aroma and subtle flavour, this stone fruit never fascinated my taste buds. Even my mother’s several attempts to convince me about the salutary features of this particular stone fruit weren’t able to change my opinion until recently....

What is Idli Manchurian? Chilli Idli, or idli manchurian is an Indian Chinese fusion snack. It is made with idlis coated in cornstarch, fried till crisp, and tossed in sauces and vegetables. The dish got its name from the famous Indian Chinese fusion main course Manchurian – which has a similar cooking process. A Manchurian can be made with – cauliflower, vegetarian meatballs, mushroom, soya chunks, or paneer. In this idli manchurian recipe, we have used steamed idli as the main ingredient....

About Indian Chinese Cuisine So what is Indo-Chinese Cuisine? The quick Chinese stir-fry cooking style spiked with the local Indian-style zest. The result is an outburst of addictive flavours. It is the perfect amalgamation of sweet, spicy, and savoury flavours, good enough to make your mouth water just by the look of it. It all started in the Tangra Region in Kolkatta, West Bengal. The region housed many leather tanneries owned and managed by people of Hakka Chinese origin....

Now that it’s officially summer let’s get into the sauce! In all honesty, summer would be boring if sauces and dips surprisingly disappeared in just a snap (think of Thanos’ snap). Can you imagine eating your chips, fresh veggies, and grilled meat all by themselves? See what I mean? Today’s post features one of the summer’s favorite condiments – Chimichurri Sauce – originally from Uruguay and Argentina. But this recipe closely resembles the Argentinian version....

This luxurious chocolate mousse will satisfy the most intense chocolate craving. Just one cup of this decadent dessert is all you need to put a smile on your face. After trying out several recipes, I decided on this practically foolproof recipe. I especially love the kiss of coffee in this one. You can use pretty juice glasses, martini glasses, champagne flutes, small bowls, or espresso cups to serve mousse. Please make sure you have time to let it chill a couple of hours (minimum) before serving....

Every pie I’ve made here at home has always been a hit! In fact, they usually don’t last that long ’cause I have an incredible pie eater here. No, I’m not saying that it’s me (uh-uh😅), but I also love to indulge in pies whenever I can. And for this coming holiday, I have my mind all set for this incredibly indulgent and super easy Chocolate Pecan Pie recipe. A more decadent twist on this Southern classic Pecan Pie....

Recipe card Best Christmas Cake I have already shared a recipe for vegan and eggless Christmas cake and a classic and moist Christmas rum cake. This is an easy and old-fashioned version of a holiday cake recipe baked in a bundt pan. The dry fruits are soaked in wine for about a week before preparing this cake. This way, you can enjoy a burst of holiday flavors with every bite of the cake....

I had the opportunity of a lifetime to enjoy a proper home cooked Coq Au Vin when I visited one of my dearest friends in France. And from then on, it has been one of those dishes that I’d proudly serve to my guests or whenever I feel cooking fancy schmancy at home. ‘Cause nothing is as fancy as having a French meal right in the comfort of your home, right?...

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes During the corn season, this soup is on regular rotation in our everyday meal menu. I hope it becomes a favourite for you as well! This vegetarian corn soup is a comforting bowl of creamy goodness. Delicious to the core, so easy to make, and perfect for the kids as well. The whole family can enjoy this creamy corn soup for dinner or a light lunch....

I love the creamy, cheesy, and savory taste of this Creamy Orzo pasta. Among the delectable wide range of pasta, Orzo is one of my favorites. This particular pasta dish is very quick and easy to prepare with very simple ingredients such as parmesan cheese, half and half, mushrooms, spinach, and garlic – among others. Not only does it use easy to find ingredients, but it’s a perfect choice for a one-pot quick-cooking dinner....

This is a favourite ‘doesn’t even taste like a salad’ salad – perfect for lettuce-dodgers like me! I know, I know… a Cabbage Salad doesn’t sound super inspiring but I promise, this explosion of colour and flavour in a bowl manages to be fruity, zesty, fresh, crunchy and creamy all at once. The peanut butter salad dressing takes the whole thing to another level. You can also make it ahead of time (because… no limp lettuce leaves!...

Check out traditional Indian breakfast recipes and best evening snacks recipes. Recipe card What is Dhokla? Dhokla is a savory steamed cake made of fermented batter that is mainly a mixture of rice and lentils. What is Khaman Dhokla or Besan Dhokla ? Khaman Dhokla is another version of the savory cake called dhokla made only using besan or gram flour along with a leavening agent. What is the difference between dhokla and khaman dhokla?...