Making a satisfying breakfast for your family can be challenging, especially when life gets hectic. I hear you; we all need a few hours miraculously added to the day! French toast bagels to the rescue. Now you can create an enjoyable morning surprise for your loved ones in just a few minutes. French toast bagels are a simple yet satisfying breakfast option my whole family loves. So, even on busy mornings, remember you have the power to create a delicious breakfast experience....

If you’re want something light but filling for dinner… say no more! Because this salmon baked in garlic butter sauce is complete with a side dish, too. Oh yes! Such a winner dish, indeed! And even better, it’s totally keto-friendly and can be paleo if you swap the butter with olive oil. Whatever your dietary choice is, this recipe is sure to make a fantastic healthful dinner perfect for the whole family....

What is ‘Ghugni’? Ghugni is the name of an Indian curry made with peas. It is one of the best one-pot curried meals that only require toasted bread slices on the side to soak up all the flavours. It is a sweet, spicy, savoury vegetarian casserole served as breakfast. A bowl of matar ghugni is a protein powerhouse goodness to nourish one’s body. There are various versions of the ghugni recipe popular across India....

Have you ever made a recipe and thought, “Something is missing.”? I know I have. That’s when I grab a jar of ready-made seasoning or spice mix. I ask myself what mood I’m in and then reach for the herbs or spices that come to my brain first. And one of those options is this fabulous green seasoning. This version of green seasoning is a marriage of various herbs like basil, parsley, celery, thyme, rosemary, garlic, onion, green onion, and habanero....

Pompano fish is such a great fish to cook, especially if you have company, because they look and taste amazing. Their silvery skin doesn’t need scaling, grilling beautifully with a fine flake and an almost sweet flavor. Grilled pompano is also super easy to prepare. It is easy to eat off the bone and can go on the grill whole, so it takes hardly any prep time. If you can find pompano at your local grocery store or seafood market, I highly recommend snapping them up for your next cookout....

We’ve got big plans Memorial Day Weekend involving friends, water sports and a LOT of food. Yet as much as I love to cook, I do not want to spend the entire weekend in the kitchen. That’s why it’s important to plan ahead, selecting a menu for the weekend that is easy to prepare, yet full of flavor. When I meal-plan for a big weekend, I like to: Bake ahead....

My body has started to react badly with the colder season. I’m struggling with a bad flu as of writing and is scheduled to visit a good friend across the country tomorrow. But I won’t let this flu stop me from writing how extra incredible this Guinness Beef Stew recipe here is for today. You all deserve this on your dinner table – cold season or not. What’s in a Guinness Beef Stew?...

The History Of Brownies The original brownie was a chocolaty concoction, chock ‘full o nuts’ and with a delicious apricot glaze. Created for an exposition in 1893 in Chicago per mentalfloss.com the Palmer House Hotel still sells it’s famous dessert. There are conflicting stories about the true origin of the brownie. Where many sources tell the above story, some write of a homemade brownie from scratch that was more of a blondie....

Using the words irresistible and broccoli in the same sentence may seem like a sure sign of insanity. And I admit, overcooked broccoli can be dull and mushy. However, blanched broccoli is an all-out treat for the eyes and the taste buds! Blanching accentuates the beautiful vibrant green, making it the perfect accent to any meal! It also works all kinds of magic on the taste and texture. Blanching gets rid of any bitterness and makes broccoli delightfully crunchy and tender!...

Homemade Corn Tortillas Last week I shared the story of how a good friend of mine, who grew up in Mexico, told me I was not a real cook. She knows I’ve been cooking professionally for over a decade, yet she saw a package of store-bought tortillas on my counter one day and casually stated: Mija, you are not a real cook after all. Real cooks make their own tortillas. Of course, this was her way of teasing me....

Why We Love this Classic Marinara Sauce Recipe What is it about robust, tangy, and not-too-sweet Marinara Sauce that makes it so tantalizing? It’s vibrant and perky. It tastes of fresh herbs and vegetables. It’s perfect for dipping and tossing with pasta. In short, it makes everything it graces so much more appealing! There are certainly times I’m in a hurry and grab a jar of pre-made marinara sauce at the grocery store....

What is Brazilian Lemonade? Vibrant tangy-sweet Brazilian Lemonade with a hint of bitterness… Limonada is a beverage you must experience! OK, let’s clear some things up before we get started. You may have noticed I’m calling this “Brazilian Lemonade” and yet limes are in the photos. That is because Limonada A.K.A. Brazilian Lemonade is made with limão, the Portuguese word for limes… and lemons. Yes, I agree, this is confusing. But trust me, no matter what it’s called this Brazilian Limeade drink is absolutely amazing....

In Africa, there are all kinds of street food, most notable the undeniable popular street food puff-puff in West African, featured here. On the other side of the spectrum, in East Africa, in countries like Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania you have the addictive Mandazi (also known as Maandazi or Ndao and sometimes called Mahamri or Mamri). I grew up eating puff-puff, and then later, I was introduced to Mandazi – which is similar to puff-puff …I was hooked....

Misir Wot (Mesir Wat) Red Lentil Curry Ethiopian cuisine relies heavily on sophisticated melodies of spice. It elevates simple staple foods, like chicken, lentils, and common veggies, to new heights with the proper use of ground spices, chiles, seeds, and herbs. My older brother introduced me to Ethiopian food about 20 years ago. He described it as, “Like Indian food, but better.” Having spent a considerable amount of time in India, this was taken as a slanderous challenge....

This Moroccan Couscous recipe offers a variety of interesting flavors making it enjoyable to eat. You won’t even notice you’re eating a non-meat dish. Plus, you can easily customize it with your favorite herbs and spices and whatever veggies you have in stock. Aaah! Eating a vegan dish has never been this exciting. 🤩 It has a refreshing citrusy flavor from lemon juice, natural sweetness from raisins and carrots, crunchy textures from sliced almonds, exploding flavors from herbs and spices, and a whole lot more!...

Why We Love This Mushroom Rice Recipe Mushrooms make everything else taste better, am I right? The earthy flavors and meaty texture are unique and so delicious! When added to a rice pilaf, mushrooms add nutrients and depth to create a hearty rice side dish! Today’s Mushroom Rice Pilaf is a power-packed super side dish that pairs well with nearly everything imaginable. Every protein from firm white fish, to chicken, pork chops, and steaks is elevated by a scoop of this easy mushroom rice....

I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am to get this book into your hands and read all your feedback. This is seriously a dream come true, largely thanks to you guys! My cookbook has been almost in the making for the last one and half years. And it was difficult for me to keep it under wraps from you all. So today, I am sharing my cookbook cover styled and photographed by yours....

Ndole – An aromatic Cameroonian spinach stew made of spinach and bitter leaves – flavored with garlic, crayfish and fortified with shrimp and beef. Comfort food at its best. At the top of my favorite Cameroonian dishes is Ndole. Oh yes! A dish I learned to cook from my childhood friend Lawrence, who is an amazing cook. If you attend a Cameroonian party it is always present and when cooked properly flies off the table....

About the recipe Diwali is around the corner, and I am sure, just like my family, everyone is planning on Lakshmi puja followed by a get-together with family and friends. This Diwali, let us make your food table more special and festive with this delicious no-bake cheesecake with motichoor ladoo truffles. To make this cheesecake, I first prepared motichoor ladoo, then made the ladoo truffles, and finally added them to my cheesecake....

I can’t imagine life without Chinese takeout. Ever since I came here to the U.S., I came to love Asian recipes day by day that I also incorporate it in my weekly menu other than our well-loved African and Southern dishes. Food is a great way to connect to different cultures from around the world. And since I couldn’t book a ticket to enjoy these foods locally, guess I could settle for enjoying these easy and tasty dishes right in my own kitchen....