First of all, I would love to thank JSL Foods for selecting me to take part in their Twin Dragon recipe challenge this year. There are three categories - Wonton, Gyoza (Potstickers), and Egg Roll. The best and happiest part about taking part in this contest was that I was able to create three interesting recipes that were not only loved by my family and friends, but it has already become frequently prepared items in our kitchen....

This Chicken Tikka Burgers recipe ticks all the boxes – budget-friendly, healthy, very quick and absolutely delicious. All the family will love this one, because who doesn’t love a weekend (or mid-week) fakeaway burger? They’re also a fantastic alternative to beef burgers and a great way to get that tikka flavour with easy ingredients. The seasoning makes the chicken so succulent and tasty – it’s finger-licking good! Why you’ll love this Chicken Tikka Burgers recipe ⭐️ Keeps ingredients to a minimum without impacting flavour...

This Puerto Rican dessert is a must-try if you love all things coconut like me. The first time I tasted tembleque de coco, I couldn’t believe how delicious and super easy it was to make. You already know how much I love any flavor that reminds me of the tropics, and this recipe is no exception. Other countries have created their own versions, and it continues to be a national favorite wherever you find it....

Recipe card Traditional coleslaw recipe with mayonnaise Coleslaw, from the dutch term koolsla is a dish consisting of shredded raw green, red, or purple cabbage as the main ingredient with salad dressing or condiment, either mayonnaise or vinaigrette. I tried coleslaw for the first time in the USA at fast food places such as KFC, Buffalo Wild Wings, etc. Coleslaw is generally on the sweeter side with a little bit of tanginess from the vinegar, so when consumed with spicy chicken wings it not only calms your palate but also refreshes it so that you can try new chicken wing flavors....

Funny story, not long ago… I decided to do keto. No rice, no sweets, no bread, basically I have to give up every comfort food I love. Nah! This diet is not for me. How can I live without my precious bread? I didn’t even last a day! So what I did is I baked away my diet frustrations and eat a bunch of yummy Honey Wheat Rolls slathered with my favorite butter and strawberry jam....

Salad fan? Then check out simple and easy creamy dill cucumber salad, avocado salad, Thai salad, Fruit Salad with Cream, etc. About Avnas Ambe Sasam Recipe This is a traditional salad recipe from Konkani or coastal cuisine popularly known as avnas ambe sasam, especially served during summer when mangoes and pineapples are in season. Avnas means ‘pineapple,’ Ambe means ‘mangoes,’ and Sasam means ‘mustard seeds.’ Adding raw mustard seeds to the coconut-based paste makes this dish out of the world with its unique taste....

Italy is magical. Every place we stopped on our trip this summer had a characteristic that made it unique and alluring. Yet of all the cities we visited, Verona holds my heart. Why? Well, that’s just the thing… Verona, Italy has that certain-something you just can’t quite put your finger on. A quality. THE quality, that makes something better than great, yet still indescribable. It’s not the sites… although you can see some amazing sites in Verona, including the third largest (and the most intact) Roman theater in the world, the Arena....

This is actually the first weekly meal plan with a budget that I shared on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and so many of you asked for all of the info in one place, with a shopping list, so here it is! Watch out for the videos of each recipe coming each night this week, so you can cook along. For reference, I shopped for this Meal Plan in March 2022 at Aldi and it cost £35....

You won’t even need fancy and expensive ingredients nor special cooking skills to make these pasta dishes. And yet, they come out outstandingly tasty. Amazing, right? Most importantly, they are easily customizable with whatever you have in your pantry and whatever suits your palate. These pasta dishes are pretty versatile and pair well with main dishes, such as Chicken Recipes and Pork Chop Recipes to make them more satisfying and filling....

Accra Banana is deep-fried puffs made from bananas and flour, cornmeal, cassava, or garri (cassava flour)—the possibilities are endless. Many African cultures share a love of Accra banana and corn fritters in one way or another. Since bananas flourish in the tropics, they’re abundant, and nothing goes to waste. That’s where using up overripe bananas comes in. I grew up eating Accra banana as a late afternoon or nighttime snack....

That is also why there are so many delicious African plantain dishes on my blog. Personally, I just love to snack on them as chips because they’re super quick and easy to prepare. The other day, I was going to make Fried Plantains for my family’s weekly movie night. Then, before starting to fry, I noticed that I had run out of oil! Luckily, you can make these treats in an air fryer!...

To take it to the next level and make it scream Fall, I have drizzled the crumb top with cinnamon glaze before serving. This recipe is super simple and requires a few essential ingredients. My favorite season of the year. The Fall colors are here, and the pleasant weather keeps me very happy this time of the year. Fresh Fall produce is at its peak, and our Farmers Market is gleaming with colorful varieties of berries, nectarines, pears, apples, pumpkins, corn, gourds, squashes, zucchinis, and many more....

Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin… In the Crock Pot? What comes to mind when you think about your Crock Pot? Weeknight dinners? Chili? Nostalgic memories of walking in the house on a cold winter day, to the wafting aroma of savory stew? I bet you don’t think of an elegant bacon wrapped beef tenderloin recipe. Although our first thoughts of Crock-Pot cooking lead to lovely meals, it’s a common misconception that Crock-Pots are strictly for soup and cheap cuts of meat....

Happy happy new year, everyone! I really do get excited when welcoming the new year. It means new chances, new life and new opportunities. Life is so good if you welcome every year that way and just learning from anything negative that has happened. Moving on, I did some back-aching general cleaning in the house over the weekend and went to the grocery store right after to do some last-minute grocery shopping....

About the recipe Are you looking for a side dish to serve with chicken, turkey, or pork this Thanksgiving dinner or Christmas eve? Then, I would highly recommend you try this recipe. People of all ages will love this dish and come for the second and third helpings—a total crowd-pleaser. The best part I like about this recipe is that it is not only a side dish; you can also serve it as a dip with bread or chips and enjoy it during football Superbowl game night....

Why We Love This Hot Fudge Sauce Recipe Warm, thick, and decadent chocolate fudge sauce is the perfect complement to any bowl of ice cream or slice of pound cake. You can buy a decent version in a jar at the grocery store… But with very little effort you can make this Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce recipe without cream and customize it to your taste! We found many different methods of making hot fudge sauce online, but feel the very best and easiest method is made with just 6 ingredients, including cocoa powder....

It’s Jello Shot Season! Give your next party a shot of excitement with this easy and delicious Jello Shot Recipe! Are you planning a 21st birthday party? A holiday party? Maybe even a casual summer party? Cue your favorite song. Cue disco lights. Cue good food. Cue the booze. You can’t plan a party without everyone’s favorite treat, Jello Shots! Rum Jello Shots, Vodka Jello Shots, Tequila Jello Shots, or whatever booze you may have....

You know I LOVE no-bake cheesecakes and have so many different flavours in my collection. This one was originally based on my Oreo Cheesecake and my Nutella Cheesecake. These are both BIG cheesecakes, and I really wanted to come up with something this year that was: ⭐️ A delicious easy-to-make dessert for a party or crowd.⭐️ Very low effort.⭐️ Reasonably affordable. SO… here is my Biscoff Cheesecake, which ticks all of those boxes and more!...

Why We Love This Candy Grapes Recipe Candied grapes were first introduced to me by my mother-in-law. She told me a friend had served her fresh grapes covered in sparkling candy coating made of gelatin. Of course, we had to experiment with this idea… And what fun it is! Candy Grapes are made with any variety of seedless grapes, any shape or size. You can make them with classic red and/or green seedless grapes, or elongated Moon Drop grapes, or even Cotton Candy grapes....

For The Love of Soft Pretzels Who doesn’t love freshly made soft pretzels? My latest Caramel Apple Soft Pretzel Recipe is almost too much to handle. Stuffed with fresh apples, smothered with dulce de leche, then sprinkled with sea salt, these big softies are our newest favorite fall treat. Every April, Lt. Dan asks me to make soft pretzels for his birthday. He could have anything under-the-sun to eat, but he asks for soft pretzels....