If there are any drawbacks to making a molten lava cake, it would be all the crazy things I do to prevent myself from eating the whole thing. Yep! I think I may have made false promises to myself to go vegan for a month and even instructed my girlfriends to call me stupid names to dissuade me from munching on these cakes. Crazy, huh? Well, that’s how much I love these cakes....

What is a chocolate pudding cake? A chocolate pudding cake is essentially a chocolate lava cake or molten chocolate cake that is large enough to share, family-style. It’s a rich chocolatey cake top with a thick saucy pudding underneath. Now, you might be wondering: But wait, is that ok to eat? You betcha it is! The pudding layer is egg-free, so you do not need to worry about it being underbaked....

The Gift of Candy Crack Gift-making season is the absolute best… Who’s with me? This Chocolate Toffee Christmas Crack Recipe makes the best sweet addicting present. The holidays give us an excuse to spoil our friends, stir up our creative mojo, and get in some much needed therapy cooking/baking all at the same time. Therapy Baking: The slow relaxed process of baking (or cooking) because you want to; not because you have to....

They say a cook needs to have one cake in their repertoire and this is mine; Cream Cheese Pound Cake, the very first cake I learned to make when I moved to Los Angeles. The only pound cake I have made more than 100 times, the one I can whip up in less than 20 minutes and that delivers great satisfaction. It taste so different from the cake you will find at your supermarket with the hint of nutmeg....

Stuffed Mushrooms I have always loved stuffed mushrooms. As a child, my mom would make them for holiday gatherings, stuffed with bread crumbs and sausage. Over the years we’ve made many variations of baked mushrooms, from Asian-inspired stuffed mushrooms glazed in plum sauce to hearty chorizo Spanish stuffed mushrooms. Although I enjoy them all, the most memorable stuffed mushrooms recipe I’ve ever eaten was served at our wedding over 20 years ago....

This is not the kind of soup that suits well only on cold days. Nope! Whether it’s chilly or warm outside, this homemade Cream of Mushroom Soup is one of those few that I won’t turn my back on. I could use a bowl of this to warm my belly (especially this season here in LA) or serve this as a good starter for a holiday meal or dinner date nights at home....

This is one of the most popular item from Indo-Chinese menu. Whenever we visit a Chinese restaurant in India apart from chilli chicken or Manchurian or spring rolls. we also order honey chilli potatoes. These delicious crispy potatoes are generally topped with sesame seeds, spring onions, and cilantro. If you love sweet and spicy food, then this recipe is for you. It can be made easily at home. People of all age groups are going to love them....

Today’s roasted chickpea snacks have always been a staple here at home during movie nights, game days, or when we have our family and friends coming over. It’s basically easy to throw in together and it’s healthy, too! Although I still love my fried dough snacks (like this Puff Puff and Indian Fry Bread), these protein-packed nuggets come close in the second spot. Not only that they’re so enjoyable on their own, but they also make a good add-on to soups, stews, and salads as a crunchy topper....

What is Dahi Vada? The word ‘Dahi Vada’ literally translates into – lentil fritter in curd. In Indian Cuisine, ‘vada’ is a deep-fried lentil fritter whereas ‘dahi’ is the term for curd. Dahi Vada is also known as Dahi Bhalla Chaat in Northern India. In some parts of South India, the medu vada served with sweet curd is also known as Dahi Vada. But when we talk about the Chaat or the street food of India, it is hard to give Dahi Vada a miss....

Usually, the Indian dal khichdi is made with rice and lentil. I have got for you a delicious khichdi recipe that has zero rice. The key ingredient of this khichdi is broken wheat or dalia (as we call it in Hindi). In Gujarati Cuisine, this khichdi is known as fada ni khichdi. Reasons To LOVE This Dalia Khichdi protein, fibre-packed healthy meal wholesome, fulfilling, and nourishing easy to make in a pressure cooker or instant pot pure vegetarian and possibly vegan (skip ghee)...

Check out more sabudana (sago) recipes, dragon fruit chia pudding, pitaya smoothie bowls, etc. Tapioca drink with fruit Sabudana, also known as tapioca or sago, is the most preferred ingredient during fasting, upvas, and vrat days. If you want a quick and refreshing recipe, try this delicious drink. To make this drink, you can combine sabudana (sago) with any fruit. Today, we have used dragon fruit (pitaya) as it is easily available....

Why We Love This Easy Apple Crisp Recipe It’s fall, and you know what that means… It is time for all things apple! This season, use your favorite orchard apples to make a simple and irresistible dessert recipe everyone loves – a warm, gooey, and perfectly spiced Apple Crisp. Fruit crisps are such a fantastic dessert, any time of year. (And bonus, they’re WAY easier to make than a traditional fruit pie!...

Welcome to our Easy French-themed Recipes mini-series! I am so excited to take on this challenge with you guys! Well, I’d like to keep things interesting as much as possible on this blog. And so I decided why not post a 4-day French-themed recipes this week for you guys. French recipes aren’t just made at fancy restaurants; YOU can also make them right at home. So as a starter, I’m bringing to you an updated and much-improved Easy Cassoulet recipe which reminds me of my childhood....

Don’t miss to check out traditional lemon rice (chitranna), temple style ghee rice or South Indian curd rice. About the recipe Coconut rice is made using simple ingredients like freshly grated coconut flakes and cooked rice and tempered with spices like chilies, ginger, hing, and cashews which makes this rice unique and nutty flavorful. In South India, kobbari annam is prepared at temples and offered in the form of prasadam and at home during festivals like Navratri and special occasions....

Delicious and healthy with smoky lime flavours, it’s ready in about 30 minutes, is all made in one pan and is so simple to make. This Easy Fish Stew recipe is perfect for ticking the ‘quick’ box, as well as the ‘healthy’ and ‘delicious’. It’s made with creamy coconut milk and has some slightly sweet spices in there too, which will make it a big hit with the kids. The lime gives it a nice fresh zest and it is amazing served on a bed of rice or with crusty bread....

Scalloped Potatoes – Cheesy, creamy, filling and family-approved potato casserole that is a must on every holiday dining table. The potatoes in this side dish are simmered first in a flavorful cream mixture then baked to perfection with cheeses on top. If you want the one with ham, you can check this other version here – Scalloped Potatoes and Ham. Baked Acorn Squash – want a wholesome and easy side dish on your holiday table?...

The Best Snack Ever… Salty-Sweet Popcorn Today I’m sharing my absolute, all-time, can’t-beat, would-never-give-up, FAVORITE snack… Homemade Kettle Corn. This simple kettle corn recipe is not only easy to make, it makes everyone I know happy. That is, until their bowl is empty. What to say about homemade kettle corn. I LOVE IT. In fact, I can’t think of anything I’d rather snack on during movies or family game night. The salty-sweetness and crunch of a good kettle corn recipe are nearly more than I can bear....

Don’t miss to check out our popular strawberry turnovers, veggie samosa pinwheels and vegetable puff with puff pastry sheets. About Vegetable Samosas with Puff Pastry Sheets Who doesn’t love samosa, right? The traditional way of making Indian potato and pea samosas is always the best if you have time and patience. But what if you have sudden cravings? That is when you should try this method. Creating samosas is easier with these Puff Pastry Sheets....

Enchiladas Suizas vs Enchiladas Verde Chicken enchiladas come in many forms. I’m often amazed when reading Mexican restaurant menus at just how many variations of “chicken rolled in tortillas” are out there. The two most common varieties are Enchiladas Verde (chicken enchiladas with green salsa) and Enchiladas Suizas (chicken enchiladas with green salsa and cream sauce.) See the difference? Enchilada Suizas are smothered in a rich creamy suiza sauce, which makes them decadent compared to their counterpart....

Masoor Dal – The Pink Lentil Masoor dal, also known as red or pink lentils, originates from India and has been a part of traditional Indian cuisine for centuries. Packed with protein, fibre, and essential nutrients, masoor dal not only satisfies hunger but also nourishes the body. In a world filled with uncertainty, home-cooked comfort food offers a taste of home, a sense of belonging, and a reminder of the simple joys of life....