Mango Mastani is one such drink. Pune ( a city in India) claims to be the creator of this drink and it does have a cult status there and now all around the world. There’s a chain of juice centers called Sujata Mastani in Pune where they serve this Mastani drink in more than ten flavors like Chocolate, Dry Fruits, Kesar Pista, Pineapple, Vanilla, Orange, Rose, etc. This place is worth checking out....
Steak is always a homerun favorite and arguably the easiest, quickest protein to cook! If you’re looking for ways to mix up your steak routine, don’t miss: Marinated Flank Steak, London Broil with Herb Butter, Grilled Sirloin Steak with Cajun Butter , NY Strip Steak with Harissa Butter or Steak and Potatoes. HOW TO MAKE skirt steak VIDEo HOW TO PURCHASE AND STORE SKIRT STEAK Is skirt steak expensive? Skirt steak is generally one of the least expensive cuts of beef....
Muffin Tin Meatloaf Early January my mom came over so we could pick out our family “New Year’s” card. Each year at Christmas we take our family “New Year’s” picture because it is the only guaranteed time of the year the Fam is all together (one brother living in Utah, another in New York). While she was here, the aroma of these delectable Meatloaf Muffins was wafting from the oven. Very distracting to our goal....
Mini Quiche are an adorable, bite sized appetizer that are make-ahead and freezer friendly. Choose from four tasty flavor combos or create your own! Mini quiche are the perfect hand-held heroes for parties or an elegant addition to any breakfast or brunch spread. They boast an irresistible, buttery, flaky pastry crust, a creamy, cheesy, eggy center and can be customized in countless ways – all in one batch. In this mini quiche recipe, I’m sharing how to make Bacon Gouda, Broccoli Ham Cheese Quiche, Spinach Mushroom Quiche and Mediterranean Quiche, or how to make your own with any cheese, veggies or protein....
Most udon noodle soups are served in clear dashi broth seasoned with soy sauce. However, in the Nagoya region, where Hatcho miso is known, you can find delicious udon noodle soup flavored with miso, called the Miso Nikomi Udon (味噌煮込みうどん). It’s deeply savory and topped with an assortment of ingredients. Hungry? Let’s reach for the tub of miso and whatever ingredients you have in the refrigerator and make this tonight!...
Fusion desserts are a thing these days! From gulab jamun cheesecake to rasmalai tres leches cake, there is absolutely no dearth of creativity in the food blogging community. I’ve always wanted to share a fusion Indian sweet for Diwali, but never got around to doing so. I didn’t want to miss an opportunity this season. I’ve come across motichoor rabri parfait so often on social media that I really wanted to give this easy Indian fusion dessert idea a go....
Onigiri (おにぎり), sometimes called Omusubi (おむすび), are Japanese rice balls. They are what I call the magical food of the Japanese. Tender, toothsome rice made portable, they are the classic comfort food for picnics (especially during the cherry blossom viewing), bento lunch boxes, quick grab-and-go snacks, hiking trips, movie snacks, etc. Growing up in Japan, I have the fondest memories of helping my mom shape freshly cooked rice into triangles and pack them neatly into my bento boxes before running off to school....
Ok so without further ado friends - come, meet another blogger. Her name is Wajiha and she blogs over at Butter Over Bae where she shares her Pakistani recipes and the kind of food knowledge any foodie is excited about! Wajiha, Butter Over Bae Hey Sarah, thank you so much for having me over! Although I am so bad at introducing myself that you might have to do it again for me!...
PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Oreo Stuffed Cookie Recipe I’m ruined. I don’t think I can ever make a “normal” cookie again; not now that I’ve tasted what is possibly the best cookie ever AKA Oreo Stuffed Cookies with peanut butter cookie dough! Growing up, I used slather peanut butter on everything. granola bars, graham crackers, rice cakes, apples, bananas, and of course, Oreos. It’s been a long time since I’ve eaten peanut butter and Oreos together so I thought it was time for a reunion....
Company worthy salads are one of my favorite recipes to bring to potlucks. Some of our favorites include: Apple Salad, Fall Salad, Beet Salad, Mandarin Orange Salad and Roasted Butternut Squash Salad. Same fabulous recipe, photos updated 10-19-22 How to Make Pear Salad Recipe Video INGREDIENTS FOR Pear Salad All the very best salads include fruit, veggies, nuts, seeds and cheese. This Pear Salad recipe includes every category and marries them all together with its bright, tangy, creamy dressing....
Pepper X is the Hottest Pepper in the World as of October 2023. If you’ve been anywhere in the chilehead world lately, you’ve probably already heard about the new “Pepper X”, a contender for the Hottest Chili Pepper in the World. As of October 2023, Pepper X has now been officially tested and recognized as the hottest pepper in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records. What is Pepper X?...
My Favorite Fruit Salad Recipe Easter is just a day away so with no further ado, I am excited to bring you the second recipe from my IG reader poll – Pina Colada Fruit Salad! This wonderfully fresh and utterly satisfying Pina Colada Fruit Salad tastes like the tropics in easy, fruit salad form and is making me giddy for summer potlucks and sandal weather. But while we’re waiting for sandal weather, we can indulge in this Pina Colada Fruit Salad....
As a child at Thanksgiving, there were always extra mashed potatoes in the place of Cranberry Sauce. My undeveloped taste buds just didn’t get the whole cranberry thing but now homemade cranberry sauce is a Thanksgiving must! For me, every single bite of turkey tastes 1000X better slathered with homemade Pineapple Cranberry Sauce. The sweet tangingess compliments and cuts the rich savory turkey while the hints of cinnamon, cloves, pineapple and orange juice enliven every glorious bite....
Ponzu is an all-purpose citrus soy sauce condiment used as a finishing sauce or for dipping shabu shabu or hot pot dishes. Most Japanese people buy the commercial variety, but you can also make it with fresh citrus juice and soy sauce. What is Ponzu? Its name has several origin stories, but one is derived from the Dutch word pons, which means citrus juice, and su (Japanese for vinegar). Initially, it contained the citrus juice of sudachi, yuzu, kabosu, daidai, and rice vinegar and did not include soy sauce....
With Easter less than one month away (can you believe it?!) I thought it was time my Potatoes Au Gratin recipe got a makeover. These cheesy gratin potatoes are always huge hit and pair fabulously with ham, pork, chicken, roast etc. Or just give me the pan and a fork. This Gratin Potatoes recipe may look and more importantly TASTE gourmet but it is super simple to make – the only thing you need to know how to do is slice potatoes and layer!...
I love all kinds of biryani! A delectable rice and meat/veg preparation seasoned with aromatic spices and condiments infused with fragrant saffron and brown caramelized onions! As daunting as it looks, it’s not really very difficult to prepare a good biryani at home. You may need a few trials, to get all the proportions right. Today I’m sharing my Mom’s recipe for green masala prawn biryani recipe| hariyali jhinga biryani....
I have to confess that before trying versions of this cake, I had never made an angel food cake before. For some reason, I thought that they were temperamental or hard to make. I am not sure where I got this misconception because this was one of the easiest cakes I have ever made that looks deceptively fancy as in – it must have take hours – when it takes less than 20 minutes!...
Typically the nuts are slightly roasted then processed with roasted red peppers and thickened with a stale or toasty bread. The nutty flavor is apparent and compliments any number of dishes, and can be used as a simple condiment, left out as a spread, or spooned over proteins. Bake. Bake for 30 minutes at 400°F, or until the peppers and tomato skins loosen and char. Remove from heat and cool....
If you start cooking Pakistani food somewhere in your teens, out of compulsion more than passion, then at some point it is starts feeling mundane. Like you’re running through the motions to achieve a certain result, but none of it excites you. Maybe you’re cooler than I, but I have definitely been in that rut a little lately. Now I am happily, safely, and deliciously out of it thanks to My Indian Cookbook by Amandip Uppal....
Easy marinated and spice rubbed Sheet Pan Fajita Salmon oven roasted to perfection is incredibly juicy, tender and bursting with flavor all smothered in Cilantro Lime Butter! Sheet Pan Fajita Salmon is about to become a new easy, delicious, healthy family favorite! You can serve this Fajita Salmon with rice and/or beans in a bowl, tortilla or salad with all your favorite fajita toppings for a complete meal-in-one that’s different every time!...
