Craving more Indian recipes? You’ll love my lamb korma, shrimp curry, and chana masala. Some people think Indian food is the most intimidating cuisine to make at home, but I’m here to tell you nothing could be further from the truth. The trick comes down to the spices, which are dry-roasted to develop their toasted flavors and aroma. The curry paste comes together in seconds, and after that, all that’s left is to cook the chicken and let everything simmer until dinnertime....

Why you’ll love this chocolate granola recipe No complicated ingredients. Don’t you love when you don’t need to run to the store when trying out a new recipe? You need only five simple ingredients to make this homemade chocolate granola. And there’s a good chance you already have most of the required elements. Crunchy and delicious. The most satisfying thing about any cereal is its crunch- especially granola. And when you make it with nuts, peanut butter, and chocolate chips, it is like having dessert for breakfast....

Looking for a decadent treat? Try this chocolate mousse recipe: rich, smooth, and surprisingly easy to whip up at home! It takes just 15 minutes of hands on time, then chill until it’s dense and chocolaty. We both have nostalgic memories of ordering this dessert as a kid, but it’s not until now that we’ve mastered a homemade recipe. Here are all our tricks! Ingredients in this chocolate mousse recipe Chocolate mousse may sound fancy, but it’s a simple concept that’s easy to whip up at home....

Here’s a cocktail that’s best known for the Kentucky Derby: but you can drink it any time of the year! Meet the Mint Julep. You don’t have to reserve it for special occasions: this bourbon cocktail is icy and refreshing, perfect for sipping anytime. While it sounds like this is a sweet drink, keep in mind: the Mint Julep is dry and bourbon-forward. If you’re not a big fan of whiskey, you’d be better off sipping a whiskey smash instead....

You know that feeling when you’ve had too much cake and cookies? Alex and I were feeling it one day, so we put our heads together and invented the perfect antidote: this cauliflower curry. It’s easy to make and full of all the good stuff: sweet potatoes, spinach, chickpeas, cauliflower and tomatoes. A bowl of it tastes positively transcendental. It’s warm-spiced, cozy, and nourishing all at once. And, it’s gone on to become a fan favorite!...

Whether you are following a whole30 diet or not, you will LOVE these chocolate coconut energy balls. As someone who has followed the whole30 diet many times, I always get asked ‘what snacks can I have on the whole30 diet’. Like a broken record, I’d always say my whole30 energy balls recipe. However, I like some variety and needed to add some variety into my whole30 approved snack list. These healthy chocolate coconut energy balls are my new favorite....

There’s something about the tropical creaminess of coconut that makes it perfect for cocktails. It’s best known for the classic piña colada, but we’ve got a more unique spin on it that you’re sure to love. Try the Coconut Martini! Inspired by our popular coconut margarita, this one features vodka instead of tequila and my is it tasty! It’s cool and creamy, with a toasted coconut rim that makes every sip more irresistible....

Love a good nitro coffee, cold brew, or iced coffee? Then you’ll adore this unique way to caffeinate: the Coffee Soda! Blend equal parts soda water and cold brew coffee for this one, served up in a tall glass with ice. The flavor blew us away: it’s bittersweet and bubbly, with a brightness from the carbonation that’s reminiscent of nitro coffee. This is our new favorite way to drink coffee, especially into the afternoon!...

This coriander mint chutney has been in my dreams for a while now. One of the best things with this chutney is its incredible flavor – obviously, the flavor of mint and coriander. And that’s what makes it a fabulous dip for any Indian appetizer. So, next time, when you decide to make an Indian meal, don’t forget to grind some coriander and mint leaves as well to make this beautiful chutney....

Who doesn’t love simple, creamy pasta? With a few clever tricks and a great recipe, you can whip up delicious dinners in no time at all. Honestly, there is actually no better weeknight dinner idea than shockingly easy to make pasta dishes. Tomato based or creamy, it’s fun to create new recipes, if you have pasta lovers at home. Creamy bacon and leek pasta. The thinly sliced leek, crispy bits of bacon, the incredibly silky cream sauce – totally the best combination of ingredients for a delicious pasta dish....

Ingredient notes for goat cheese pasta This pasta is so easy to make, essentially a stovetop version of this Instant pot pasta (if you have a pressure cooker, head over to that recipe!). For the stovetop version, it’s simply a matter of cooking up some penne, and making a quick marinara sauce at the same time. Here are a few ingredient notes: Why we love this recipe: This pasta is so tangy and creamy, sweet from the tomatoes and lightly peppery from the fresh basil....

Dal palak is undoubtedly a very healthy dish with its origins in the northern part of India. If you are vegetarian and loves Indian cuisine, this is certainly a great addition to your recipe repertoire. I’m not a vegan obviously, but for me, it’s comfort food with all the goodness of lentils and spinach. More Indian Vegetable Curries: Veg Korma | Mixed Vegetable Kurma Dal Tadka | Lentils Curry – Restaurant Style Kashmiri Dum Aloo | Curried Baby Potatoes

Delicata squash is finally on its way to becoming a household name! It’s Alex and my favorite for fall and winter. It cooks quickly with no need to peel, and has a sweet, buttery taste like a sweet potato. We love cutting it into delicata squash fries and serving it as a side dish with a homemade creamy sauce! Every time I see it, I can’t help buying this humble squash for friends just so they can have a taste....

Need more simple but decadent cake recipes? Try my healthy apple cake, honey cake, and 2-ingredient chocolate cake next. We bake our fair share of simple cake recipes in my house. Come fall, nothing makes me happier than baking my easy pumpkin cake. The cake is light, fluffy, and perfectly moist. The pumpkin flavor comes out tenfold, and the tangy cream cheese frosting ties it together. Why I love this recipe Egg and dairy-free....

These banana oat protein pancakes are the extra sweet and banana-y version of my protein pancakes and cottage cheese pancakes. They are a wholesome way to satisfy the ‘dessert for breakfast’ cravings but pack in a nutritional punch. These pancakes are quick to make and taste incredible! Why this recipe works Incredible texture and flavor. The texture of these pancakes is fluffy, thick, and almost pillow-like. As for the flavor, if you love banana bread, it’s a cross between that and classic pancakes....

Looking for an easy and refreshing fruity cocktail? Enter: the Bay Breeze! Also called the Hawaiian Sea Breeze, it’s one in a family of cranberry cocktails that have a vivid color and sweet tart flavor. Because the Bay Breeze features the tropical taste of pineapple, it feels carefree and beachy. It’s perfect as a summer cocktail on the patio, or a wintery cocktail when you’re dreaming of the sun’s warmth!...

Can you have too many chili recipes? We think not. Introducing our new favorite easy spin…this Black Bean Chili recipe! It’s beyond simple to make, and the flavor is outstanding. (We hope you’ll agree.) It’s got a hint of smokiness to highlight the tangy tomatoes and savory black beans. Top it with your favorite toppings, and it’s so hearty and savory, you’ll forget it’s healthy, too. Ingredients in this black bean chili recipe This vegetarian black bean chili recipe was inspired by open fire cooking....

Want a uniquely impressive healthy side dish? Try these Roasted Onions! We don’t often think of onions as a side dish (we more often think roasted broccoli or roasted potatoes). Roasting onions in a hot oven mellows their flavor until its deeply caramelized and sweet. Pair that with a hint of balsamic vinegar and herbaceous fresh thyme, and…just wow! Those simple flavors make an effortless side dish that goes with almost anything....

This recipe is inspired by the Chinese version of fried rice, and is massively popular all across India. It’s usually made with scrambled eggs, rice and Chinese sauces. Plus, it comes with all the goodness of fresh vegetables. If you’re a regular reader of the blog, you already know that I’m a huge fan of flavored rice recipes. From exotic biryanis to pulao and fried rice, I’ve a small collection of such recipes on the blog....

We’re avid followers of drink trends as two expert home mixologists and baristas, and this one recently caught our eye: the Espresso Tonic! This unlikely combination of tonic water and espresso comes from Scandinavia, and it’s the perfect drink for coffee lovers. The sweet and bitter notes of tonic water accentuate the rich, bitter coffee, and the effervescent bubbles and hint of citrus add bright, refreshing notes. It’s a must-try for any coffee lover!...