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I was following a recipe on Smitten Kitchen and, as promised, the salad incited more excitement than I imagined capable of a heap of carrots. I ate nearly the entire salad myself, saving a small bowl for Ben, who devoured it as enthusiastically and quickly upon walking through the door after work. If you have a food processor to shred the carrots and a jar of harissa, homemade or otherwise, on hand, the salad comes together in no time, and it can be adapted in many ways....

This frittata has few of my favorite combinations – eggs, hashbrowns, fresh vegetables, and cheese, all cooked in one-pot. It’s so filling that it will keep you satiated throughout the day. What is a Hash Brown Frittata? Frittatas are incredibly versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways, each one tasting better than the other. But I was surprised, after letting it bake for about 40 minutes; the flavors really came together, and this was a huge hit with my family!...

Non-sticky Sabudana pearls are a versatile ingredient to have on hand during the fasting days as it is used to make many delicious recipes. I hear you! I myself have ended up with sticky, knotty sabudana pearls many times. But with time, I have mastered this step of how to make the perfect non-sticky Sabudana Khichdi. If the guidelines are followed correctly, you can’t go wrong with this recipe....

Want to serve your family something delicious, wholesome and yet something that doesn’t demand enough time to cook? I would say, Instant Pot Matar Paneer Recipe is your go-to recipe. Not only it’s easy; it’s practically effortless too! Matar Paneer is one of the most craved and all-time favorite dish on the Indian menu. Once you make Matar Paneer in IP, you’ll never want to revert to the traditional way of making it....

Being portion-sized appetizers, they’re hard to resist and are a fascinating treat for potlucks, celebrations, and get-togethers. And who can say no to these little hors d’oeuvres, such as spicy paneer bites, black bean corn salsa bites, and quinoa bites – they are so tempting, inviting, and not to mention indulgent! Filled with minced chicken mixture and packed with flavors and texture, these pastries can be enjoyed for breakfast or an evening snack alongside a cup of hot masala tea or coffee....

For local people, a ticket to one of the many classes offered at The Workshop Experience next weekend in Hillsdale would also make a wonderful gift. As always, I hope the ideas below serve as inspiration, and, as always, I love hearing your ideas, too, so please share in the comments. PS: My perennial favorites can be found in the shop. PPS: Last year’s Mother’s Day Gift Guide Mother’s Day Gift Ideas Bread Toast Crumbs Of course, I’m always honored when you gift my book to anyone you think might enjoy learning how to bake simple bread....

Palak paneer also referred to as Saag paneer is the most relished dish in almost every Indian household. A tasty and delightful dish prepared with leafy green spinach, mild spices and Indian cottage cheese – intensely flavorful, loaded with nutrients and the delicious ingredients will set your taste buds tingling! Loaded with good stuff! This combo together takes care of your dietary needs – where spinach takes care of...

When I spotted the first ramps of the season at the Co-op last week, I thought of those summer pizzas and bought two large bags. After trimming the ends and soaking them for a bit, I whizzed the greens into pesto, and submerged the bulbs into brine. The pesto has made its way into everything we’ve been eating — sandwiches, pasta, and this pizza, where it has been thinned with a little more olive oil and vinegar to allow for easy brushing....

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The conclusion we came to pretty quickly was no. Absolutely not. In my wise old age I have learned that sometimes it just makes sense to accept my limitations. Deep thoughts by Ali. After explaining to Anne that for the wellbeing of everyone in my house I would have to decline, we came up with a saner solution: I would make two ceremonial pies for the pie-cutting ritual. Two pies I could handle....

Last October, at the tail end of tomato season, when the sungolds were still arriving in droves at our little co-op, I made this sauce on repeat. It calls for minimal prep, a handful of ingredients, and a quick roast at high heat, but produces a sauce that tastes like so much more: sweet and bright and fresh all at once. Truly, summer in a sauce. If you’ve made these roasted broccoli steaks, you know this sauce....

The only possible way to survive those torturous ten minutes is to stay busy, and I have the perfect distraction: make a simple pan sauce, something like this red wine-shallot reduction, a Daniel Boulud recipe. Those ten minutes never will pass so quickly. That steak, at last, will rest without fear. This sauce requires little more than slicing shallots and arranging a few ingredients near your stovetop: vinegar, red wine, and butter....

The best part, skip the cheese as a topping, and this soup is completely vegan! My family and I love sipping on this soup on cold days because it is so comforting and downright delicious! A combination of vegetables such as celery, spinach, and carrots, Rich tomato broth, A wide assortment of beans, and It usually contains either rice or noodles. In short, it’s an extremely nutritious, well-balanced, healthy soup that is made in one-pot – all the magic happens in your crockpot from start to finish!...

The best part, this incredibly delicious and flavorful recipe comes together in about 30 minutes and is way better than takeout! This is my version of Thai Basil chicken which, by the way, is quite different from the authentic Thai Basil chicken recipe that you eat in Thai restaurants. And today’s dish – Thai Basil chicken perfectly fits the bill. It’s quick, easy, and a perfect dish to cook when you’re short on time....

Each of these recipes listed below are full of varied flavors, rich, and decadent. Not to mention, these traditional Holi recipes will makes the festival all the more noteworthy and fun. Try some innovative dessert and snack recipes like Puff pastry samosa pinwheels and Thandai Gulab Jamun mousse – fusion recipes with an Indian touch! 14 Holi Recipes That You Must Make below I’ve assembled all my reader’s favorite recipes to make your festival more flavorful and yummy....

Are you looking for an easy appetizer to serve at your next party? Then look no more. These lip-smacking Baked Teriyaki Chicken Meatballs are seriously an easy and delicious way to feed a crowd. Coincidentally, this recipe happens to be a part of my Super Bowl menu too! When it comes to party planning/game day planning, I have a confession to make. I have a weakness for finger-foods. It’s like I could cook an entire meal full of snacks and finger foods....

I set to work in the kitchen. I heated oil in a saucepan for the popcorn. I preheated the panini machine. I unwrapped the pizza dough and threw it in the microwave to defrost/rise instantly. (This wasn’t a frozen pizza, rather an unbaked ball of dough.) I had only completed a fraction of my prep work when my friends wandered into the kitchen to inspect — they were really hungry....

This is the eggplant recipe that made me realize eggplant is not so fussy after all: it need not be salted and drained; it need not be breaded and fried. A simple brush of olive oil mixed with balsamic vinegar followed by 20 minutes in a hot oven, and it’s good to go. I wrote about this recipe nearly three years ago for Food52, but I made it again recently and was just as wowed by how simple and good it is....

Chana dal is good for diabetic patients because it has a low glycemic index and is rich in protein – 25.4 grams of protein, zinc, and fiber. Lauki or bottle gourd may not appeal to your kids. Therefore, to make it more appealing for your kids, mash the boiled lauki and mix it in the dal. Trust me, once they taste chana dal with lauki, their taste buds will crave for more and they will come asking for more....

I learned how to make a margarita from How Sweet Eats, whose author, Jessica Merchant, has posted over 10 margarita recipes on her blog over the years. She’s really a pro. For years I made her classic margarita recipe as written. But when a dear friend’s mother, Anne, emailed me telling me she made the recipe to rave reviews with double the amount of tequila, I decided to give it a go....