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But before last week, I had never read that good French onion soup should be made with little more than water, onions, bread and cheese, and that using chicken or beef stock in such a peasant dish not only betrays the soup’s economical roots but also muddles the soup’s pure onion flavor. In his post on making traditional French onion soup, Michael Ruhlman describes the bistros of Lyon, France, also known as bouchons, which serve country-style fare and whose owners, often a husband and wife team, wouldn’t dare make onion soup with a costly and time-consuming stock....

I have the perfect recipe for a rainy day like today – a hearty and savory crustless veggie quiche, right out of the oven! Crustless veggie quiche is not an average breakfast recipe, it’s great for weekend brunches and can be taken with you to work or to picnics and potlucks. Simply serve with chutney on the side, and I can assure you that everyone will love it! What is a Quiche?...

Today, I am sharing a delicious easy-to cook recipe of my mom – dry arbi masala. Arbi also referred to as colocasia or taro root is a vegetable and has a starchy taste similar to potatoes. These roots are often mistakenly labeled as “high carb foods.” But they are gluten free, rich in dietary fiber and has an abundance of vitamins that fortifies the immune system of our body. Taro root has surprisingly low amount of sodium, fat and cholesterol and with little creativity, these roots can easily be incorporated into our healthy meal plan and lifestyle....

A surefire way to create a viral stir, in the food blogosphere at least, is to post a three-ingredient-or-less recipe: One-ingredient ice cream! Two-ingredient pancakes! Three-ingredient pasta sauce! What’s not to love? I am the first to click on these links and never cease to be amazed by their outcome. They often take little time to make and rarely require odd ingredients. Last fall, I discovered one of my favorite such recipes: the Canal House’s chicken with preserved lemon, a dish that, in my mind, exemplifies the notion of simple meeting spectacular....

For Punjabis, parathas form an important part of their morning breakfast whether be Paneer paratha, leftover dal paratha,Pithi paratha , methi ka paratha or gobi paratha. Today I am making this paratha on the occasion of Karwa chouth and will be enjoying it with hot tea in the morning as sargi. Read more on Karwa chouth katha, Sargi ki thali and how to make Karwa choth diya. RECIPE DETAIL – Grate a small gobi....

And this sherbet isn’t just for kids, adults will love too! This easy-to-make punch comes together in a snap and is an impressive way to start your Halloween fun. I mean, why settle for an average drink when you can create a Halloween-themed drink in less than 30 minutes. Plus, it’s so pretty and refreshing! We love to serve this drink at all our potlucks and get-together along with Halloween corn croquettes, brownie dirt cups and is always a hit....

It was all quick grilling, which afforded us time to make some summery side dishes: Mark Bittman’s raw corn salad (a favorite!), soba noodles with cucumbers and scallions, dilly cucumber-yogurt sauce, and quick-pickled onions (onions + salt + vinegar). It was also all charcoal grilling. Early in the summer, upon seeing the state of our neglected gas grill, I bought a charcoal Weber, a pair of chimney starters, and some new tools, including a Thermapen, a fancy instant-read thermometer that I cannot encourage enough people to buy....

To make it a complete meal, pair it with naan, rice, and a salad on the side! Outrageously delicious, family-friendly, and gluten-free too! Traditional chicken curry is made up of an onion-garlic-ginger-tomato base sauce and flavored with a variety of aromatic spices. To give this curry a smooth texture yogurt or cashew cream is added. They have different spice blends that shape up this curry; some are mildly spiced while a few are the spicy ones....

Pair it with cumin rice or naan for a hearty meal tonight. It can be vegan too! If your answer is a yes, then my dear friend, this recipe is just for you! Besides, today’s recipe Spinach Dal or Instant Pot Dal Palak is an excellent source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It’s like all the goodness delivered in one bowl. It’s that good! instant pot dal palak...

This is the dream breakfast recipe every beginner needs in their repertoire. Serve it with coconut chutney, and it’s a great way to start your day. Whether you have unexpected guests or simply want to satisfy your idli craving on a busy morning, this quick and simple pre-ready Idli mix is formulated with precision to deliver uniformly soft and airy idlis — guaranteed perfection every time! And with their time-saving preparation and consistent results, these idlis are a game-changer for anyone seeking convenience without compromising on taste....

These rich in fiber and succulent Kakori kababs are easy to cook and pride to serve – they exude regal finesse at their best! When grilled over charcoal, these Kakori kababs give a perfect smoky flavor that will make you drool. ‘Kakori’ means ‘softest’ and ‘kababs’ are the meat wrapped on the skewers and cooked over an open charcoal fire. These Kakori kababs are supposed to be the most tender kababs globally!...

But alas, here I am sharing some material things that have caught my eye these past few months. And while it’s hard to encourage spending for a Hallmark holiday given the state of the world, I hope the ideas listed below, many of which relate to small, family-owned businesses, mostly provide inspiration. In addition to the items below, here are a few more thoughts: Gift certificate to a local restaurant....

It also makes for a delightful dessert at the weekend party or a get-together. This Ice Cream is a luscious scoop of heavenliness with a silky smooth consistency and a flavor to die for! Moreover, it is amazingly smooth in texture, rich in taste, and bursting with freshness. Whipped with heavy cream and studded with the crunchy butterscotch praline, this recipe can be curated to its divine perfection within minutes....

So, forget take-out; let’s learn how to make a restaurant-style paneer butter masala at home. Whether it’s methi paneer, paneer kali mirch, Tawa paneer, paneer tikka, paneer pizza – everyone loves paneer. It’s my go-to ingredient in various dishes. But for those of you who are unfamiliar with this dish – Paneer butter masala is a North Indian delicacy that translates to”cubes of Indian cottage cheese cooked in a rich and creamy onion-tomato-cashew sauce....

I never thought the day would come when I would consider sautéed greens over polenta topped with a fried egg as the idea of the most delicious dinner. Well, the day is here (has been for a little while now), and I am so glad it is, because nothing could be simpler to prepare. Before I write another word, however, I just want to extend a huge thank you to the reader who submitted my blog in the comments section of this Bitten post....

Or can simply be a quick evening snack to accompany your masala tea! These easy-to-pick and munch-away delicacies are a smashing hit at a party or a potluck for their convenience and deliciousness. These golden munchies with the savory filling and crispy puff make a beautiful sight, tempting your guests to drool over them completely! But consider yourself warned, no one can stop at one as these Puff Pastry Samosa Pinwheels are very addictive, and your guests will come back for seconds or maybe thirds!...

Snow, dogs, a constant fire — I couldn’t have asked for anything more of Thanksgiving in Vermont. But, as always, all of the Vermont treats — the Jasper Hill Farm cheeses, the Dakin Farm ham (with the ham sauce!), Uncle Wade’s waffles with Vermont maple syrup, Shed beer — did make me want to pack up and stay forever. I left dreaming about all of my aunt’s cooking, from biscotti and koulourakia to grilled artic char and coconut-milk marinated cauliflower steaks....

Busy weeknight dinners – just got better! And saag wala chicken or palak chicken/spinach chicken is an authentic Indian recipe made with fresh spinach leaves. Completely irresistible and a real keeper! This recipe goes by many different names – like palak murgh, palak chicken, saag murgh, or saag chicken. They all mean the same. Palak means spinach, and murgh means chicken. She always encouraged my sister and me to join her in the kitchen and educate us about a LOT of her cooking skills....

Pair it with steamed rice or serve it as a side dish with your favorite noodles; I am sure you will enjoy it endlessly! What are Stir-fried Sweet Chili Tofu Bites Tofu bites is the name given to a super delectable dish of Tofu coated with sauces, making it a super addictive delight! Tofu is pressed to release the excess water and then cleanly cut into cubes. These pieces are crispy fried in an air fryer and are then plunged into the sweet and spicy sauce to create a heavenly dish....

The Gulab Jamuns add more fun and charm to this gorgeous creation, making it irresistibly yummy! Especially during festivals, when celebrations are in full swing, you want to welcome each moment with a festive twist of flavors! Just like my Gulab Jamun rose tart, paan Pana cotta, and Gulkand-filled rose ladoos, today’s recipe Thandai Gulab Jamun Mousse recipe makes a huge hit at get-togethers, potlucks, and parties. The initial plan was to make a mousse pie but then switched to individual-sized Thandai mousse cups as these are easy to serve and perfectly portion-controlled....