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Each bite will transport your taste buds to a realm of a blast, leaving a lasting impression! So, brace yourself for a flavor explosion and a satisfying crunch that will have you reaching for chip after chip. It’s the perfect balance of tanginess, spiciness, and freshness, all packed into this versatile and addictive party snack that promises to tantalize your senses, leaving you craving for just one more taste. So, get ready to ditch the jarred salsa as we make our homemade Zesty Black Eyed Pea and Corn Salsa that outshines the store-bought alternatives....

A few times in the past few months, I’ve had to entertain for a large-ish number of people, first for family, then for my daughter’s soccer team. For the first I made a bunch of pan pizzas, for the second I made a bunch of baked penne (more on this soon), and for both I made a very large Caesar salad, which was not only well received, but also easy....

I have made three recipes from the book: good sauce from so-so tomatoes, skillet broccoli spaghetti, and crispy potato, cheese, and egg tacos, the recipe featured in this post, the one I think captures the spirit of the book best of all: it takes all of ten minutes to make, and it might be the most delicious thing you eat all year. Truly, I am astounded by this little recipe and the beautiful way Ali writes it....

Use it in all your favorite recipes ranging from pasta, bread, and sandwiches without compromising on any flavor. The chances are that some of us are either growing basil in our backyard or on our kitchen windowsill. It’s like picking fresh basil in the comfort of your own home and adding it to your favorite dish. But today, I am going to use up some of my homegrown basil to make pesto....

How to make ghee from butter? Ghee also referred to as Clarified butter is a must in Indian cooking. No Indian “Tadka” or tempering is complete without ghee. Ghee is used in Aryuveda for medicinal purposes. Making ghee at home is extremely easy but at times its smell can be too overwhelming for family members. I still have a memory of my Mom making ghee on weekends. The whole house would fill up with intoxicating smell of ghee....

Plan this for your weekday lunch, Sunday brunch, or even your next weekend party and serve it with raita to your family and guests, and it will be an instant hit. Among the traditional dishes, biryanis hold a special place. Veggies add color and nutrition to this dish, while basmati rice adds structure and flavor. Spices bring out the real essence of this traditional recipe which is cooked in an Instant pot or over a stovetop....

This vegan and gluten-free salad or pilaf is perfect for school lunches, picnics, and potlucks and can be enjoyed hot or cold! If you are nodding your head in a yes, you are going to love the simplicity of this Instant Pot White bean and Coconut Quinoa. All you need is your Instant Pot, a few basic ingredients and you are all set. One-pot meal – From start to finish, everything is made in the Instant Pot....

WHEN IS LOHRI CELEBRATED? Lohri – Harvest Festival is celebrated on 13th of January during the month of Paush or Magh, a day before Makar Sankranti. This festival marks the departure of the winter season and onset of spring. This festival is celebrated across the country as the harvest festival under different names like Pongal– in Tamil Nadu, Bihu in Assam, Bhogi in Andhra Pradesh and the Sankranti in Karnataka, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh....

Your search for quick and easy Shivratri falahari recipes ends here. You will find simple yet delicious recipes that can be prepared during Indian fasting festivals like Navratri, Janmashtami, and Shivratri. Every month in the Hindu calendar has listed the thirteenth day of the darker half of the month as Shivaratri, i.e. ‘Shiva’s great night.’ Shivaratri falls on the Krishna Paksha, in the month of Magha, and is celebrated all over the country as ‘Mahashivaratri....

I thought this last idea sounded a little odd. With bread often being one of the least expensive items at the market, surely, I thought, their are better ways to save money. I decided to investigate. Over the weekend, I made a visit to Henry’s Market (to purchase goat’s milk for a rosemary-gelato round two attempt) where I recorded some prices. A one-pound loaf of La Brea bread (the gourmet bread created by Nancy Silverton sold at grocery stores nationwide) costs on average $5....

My senior year of college, a Chinese restaurant opened half a block from my apartment, and when I discovered that they used thighs to make their chicken teriyaki, I ran home to tell my roommate. As you might imagine, my roommate neither shared nor understood my enthusiasm. Her silence spoke volumes: It mostly said, “Why should I be excited about this?” but also, “Only you would be excited about this....

Just as Lahey’s pizza dough can be dimpled into pissaladiere and Holly’s challah twisted into babka and Nigella’s Danish pastry spiraled into croissants, Molly Wizenberg’s cinnamon buns can be rolled into hot cross buns. These buns can be mixed and baked in the same day, but isn’t it more fun to pull a pan from the fridge, pop it in the oven, and tend to fussy toddlers relax with the paper while the smell of freshly baked sweet buns fills the air?...

Roasted Cumin seeds also goes by the name Bhuna hua Jeera – adds more flavor and depth to a dish. Indian cooking uses a lot of cumin in its recipes. Its a staple in my kitchen and I always have a small jar filled with roasted cumin seeds handy and use it to flavor my recipes. Before I run out of it there is always another batch in the making....

Forgive me if I say this too often: I could eat this salad every day. But I mean it: the combination of textures and flavors just tastes so fresh. It’s raw and crisp meets creamy and rich meets sharp and sweet… a foolproof formula, really. As you might imagine, this salad makes most sense as a side dish — I’ve been serving it aside these black lentils with spinach — but it’s amazingly filling and satisfying on its own....

There is one stipulation. You sort of need a food mill. Unfortunately, I only use mine to make applesauce. Am I missing something? Are there other recipes out there requiring a food mill? If you know of any, please share. Also, I’m afraid my mother would be deeply disappointed if I didn’t mention one thing: Apples top the “Dirty Dozen” list. And apparently, scrubbing and peeling won’t eliminate chemical residue completely, and you definitely want to keep the skins on when you make applesauce — that’s where all the flavor and color live....

So, whenever you are craving a healthy soup, delve into a bowl of this Sweet Corn Soup for brunch, lunch, or dinner, and pair it up with garlic knots or a bread of your choice to enjoy a wholesome meal. Whether it be, Roasted tomato basil soup, Tamatar ka Shorba (Spiced tomato soup), or the Instant Pot Broccoli lentil soup, I love the soup season and cannot get enough of these hearty soups....

King Akbar had an inquisitive mind and he always put his courtiers to test. One day King Akbar questioned his courtiers – Who walks all the time? Everyone in the court thought that this was the easy question compared to what emperor asks all the time. They had a relaxed look on their face. One of the courtier replied – Sun, some said earth, others said moon, but the emperor was not convinced....

Bring it to your dessert table, and it will surely make a stunning appearance and will amaze everyone who beholds the magnificence of this centerpiece! The holidays have finally arrived, and have brought along with it, the much-awaited family reunions and dozens of delightful dinners. However, a dinner without a dessert isn’t a perfect dinner, and if you are wondering what to surprise your family with tonight, then here I have the best recipe for you: a delectable Yule Log Cake or Bûche de Noël, a perfect classic dessert to try this Christmas!...

To help lighten her load, I’ve signed up to bring punch, stuffing, bread, and this potato gratin, a dish my mother has served at nearly every big holiday gathering for as long as I can remember, one that often steals the show no matter what it’s beside, turkey or otherwise. It comes from Chez Panisse Vegetables, which offers a number of enticing combinations — potato with turnips or celery root or leeks or sweet potato — but we almost always use potatoes exclusively and keep the seasonings simple too: salt, pepper, thyme and just a dash of freshly grated nutmeg....

I never thought I would say that I have a favorite tomato, but as of this past Saturday I do. As I passed through Reading Terminal Market on my way to the Fair Food Farmstand, I stopped at the Livengood stand, struck by the array of tomatoes on their table. I asked one of the men to suggest a tomato for a simple salad and he handed me a Black Prince....