I find this the most versatile thing to work with in my kitchen! Lucky for me pepperidgefarm makes the best frozen puff pastry or else I’d be in a dilemma! Making puff pastry is labor intensive and tricky to get just right! The story of its creation is an interesting one… The buttery flaky layered pastry we all enjoy was originally made as a bread. In 1645, Claudius Gele, an apprentice of a pastry chef, set about making a special loaf of bread for his ailing father....

When September starts to roll, I couldn’t think of anything else than pumpkin flood. Yes pumpkins are EVERYWHERE, you can’t help it. While I may not be one of those avid fans of pumpkin ’cause I’m a still loyal to these Plantain Bread and Banana Nut Bread here; I still respect the baby and get to try it once in a while. But today, I’m sharing with you the only pumpkin flavored recipe that got me on my knees – Pumpkin Bread....

Khichdi with millet and sabudana If you are looking for something new to try this vrat, upvas days, fasting, or weight loss diet that is gluten-free, satvik, and vegetarian, then try this one pot porridge or khichadi made using tapioca pearls (sabudana) and millets of your choice. This khichdi recipe is filling, easy to make, and can be served with raita or yogurt salad for any meal. Because I have made this millet khichdi with sabudana for Navratri vrat I have not added onion, garlic or any other vegetables....

My Dad passed away at the very end of January. The home phone rang at 6:30am and a fat tear was rolling off of the end of my nose before I even made it down the stairs to answer. It was a given that the call would be coming sometime soon. The end of years watching dementia ravage the stubborn, feisty, verbose man he was. I’ve felt slightly fraudulent in my grief....

Since this only happens every once in a while, I’m going to serve up my crowd-pleasing smoked ham recipe. Whenever I make a dish from scratch, I’m sure to give it my flavor signature. Of course, I have to make a little extra because my friends have already asked me for take-out boxes. Today, I’ll share my tips so you can also stand out for your girl-time gathering! Picking the Right Ham to Smoke Meat Quality So, how do we buy fresh ham?...

Spaghetti Aglio E Olio What does aglio olio mean? Aglio e Olio sauce is as simple as you read this. Chopped garlic is slightly fried in pure extra virgin olive oil; a few cups of starchy pasta water is added to thicken the sauce. Sprinkle fresh parsley and parmesan cheese before serving. Spaghetti Aglio Olio is a popular Italian pasta recipe that translates to spaghetti with garlic and olive oil. Somebody rightly said this great pasta recipe from Naples is simple enough to whip up at the end of a big night out....

While some of you are already busy planning out for the holidays, let me share with you today one of my favorite quick dinners that always saves me time without compromising the taste. If you find spaghetti fettuccine with the creamy sauce too heavy for your liking, then this is a great alternative. It’s elegant, great for a weeknight meal, and good enough for a celebratory meal with family and friends....

Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Sweet, gooey, and crunchy topped fruit crumbles (and crisps) are the ultimate EASY desserts. Typically, you just whip up a simple filling, dump it in a casserole dish, and add a quick homemade oat topping. Bake for a bit and BOOM, you’ve got a satisfying dessert ready to go! This Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble recipe is perfect for the beginning of summer, AKA strawberry rhubarb season! Seriously, no summer picnic is complete without this classic treat....

Why We Love This Stuffed Jalapenos Recipe There are party snacks, and then there are party snacks. Our Loaded Stuffed Jalapenos recipe is a guaranteed knock-out, gold star, slap-tastic, king of the snack table kind of recipe. These are party-starting snacks. The feverish response fresh peppers, spicy and savory chorizo, and 3 kinds of cheese can conjure up, is truly something to experience. I highly recommend making an extra-large batch of these bad boys, no matter how many guests you actually have....

Italian food is always a winner on the family table. It’s not too spicy so kids won’t fuss, it has enough veggies and protein to keep us the meal planners content and then there’s cheese to keep everyone happy. This Italian style stuffed pepper recipe is an excellent family dinner cum snack for any day of the week. It is fairly versatile as well. For the stuffing, you can use any kind of seasonal vegetables – carrot, beans, potato, mushroom, meat – beef, minced chicken, bacon, or a variety of grains like – quinoa, rice, couscous....

Grilled Shrimp Skewers Quick and easy Teriyaki BBQ Shrimp Skewers will help you beat the heat and have more time to enjoy your summer. (Or any season!) I have never seen anyone as excited to grill than my very own dad. He was, and is, The Grill Master. His specialty: hamburgers! Yet chicken, sausages, ribs, and anything else is welcome to the party. In today’s Teriyaki BBQ Shrimp Skewers recipe you may be wondering, “Is it even worth firing up the grill for shrimp?...

The best paella pans have a traditional design that’s wide, shallow, round, and has two handles on each side. If you’re in the market for the perfect pan to prepare this dish with, check out this list of the best paella pans, including my favorite from Garcima. My Top Picks: Reviews of The Best Paella Pans 1. Best Overall Paella Pan: Garcima 16-Inch Carbon Steel Paella Pan If you want a pan that’s as authentic as the dish you’re cooking, the Garcima Carbon Steel Paella Pan is a great pick....

Why We Love Tiramisu Cookies All right folks, I have a confession to make. This is my newest cookie recipe for the holiday season. When I dreamed up these Tiramisu Cookies, I believed myself to be the first person to ever think of something so wonderful. Alas, Google always shatters the dreams of someone who expects to be an original. I found (after the fact) that Martha Stewart has a Tiramisu Cookie Recipe....

Everything is roasted together, no stirring a pan on the hob, and then blended as a speedy shortcut to heaps of taste. Sometimes, nothing but a simple tomato pasta dinner will do. My version is baked in the oven for lots of flavour, no stirring required. This Roasted Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce recipe really shows off what you can do with a handful of ingredients for those ideal vegetarian family meals....

Cream cheese pasta Cream cheese noodles can be served alone, as shown below, or with a side of mushroom, shrimp, chicken, or any veggies or meat of your choice. Cream cheese makes your dish mouth-watering and palatable. Whenever I ask my husband what he likes for lunch or dinner, his answer is some simple-creamy pasta. He loves eating it, and I love preparing it for him. It’s not only easy but so flavorful that as you toss the noodles/pasta in the creamy sauce, you start to snack on them....

This is the 4th weekly family meal plan I will be sharing on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok, and so many of you asked for all of the info in one place, so here it is. Watch out for the videos of each recipe coming each night this week, so you can cook along. The meal plan this week is also extra handy as every meal takes less than 30 minutes to cook from start to finish....

Jump to:About the recipeIngredientsMoog dal soup in a pressure cookerYellow lentil soup in instant potAdd-onsTipsMore Lentil (Dal) Recipes Recipe cardUser Reviews About the recipe Moong dal soup (yellow lentil soup) is dairy-free, vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free. The style of preparation is similar to that of pongal or moong dal khichdi, but in this soup recipe, we do not add any tempering or rice. You can have this soup as one complete meal or as an appetizer....

My kids will eat just about anything nowadays. But when they were really little, I had to get creative to hide veggies in their meals and snacks. I would make muffins with grated zucchini and carrots in the batter, puree veggies to put into soup, chili and sauce bases, and come up with tricky names for veggies dishes to make them more appealing. One of my favorite raw dishes to serve was veggie noodles....

Not only do I enjoy them as breakfast, snack, or accompaniment to main dishes like Southern Fried Chicken and Smoked Pork Chops; but I also enjoy them as desserts. And I know, I’m not alone in these little guilty pleasures of mine. I mean, how can you resist these soft and sweet pillows of happiness, right? 😉 Without further ado, I’m giving you some of my quick and easy favorite bread dessert recipes that you can easily bake at home....

Ground chicken provides a delicious yet lower-fat alternative to ground beef and pork. While a lot of recipes on this list use chicken, I’ve also included ground beef and pork recipes that are just as amazing with ground chicken. No worries, it’s a one-on-one replacement. 😉 The number of amazing dishes you can make from ground chicken will surprise you—soups, meatballs, pasta, and a whole lot more. With a little dash of creativity, you’re good to go....