Making a recipe that calls for dry sherry and don’t have it? Sake (pronounced sah-kay) is a Japanese fermented rice liquor, sometimes called rice wine. Sake has a smooth flavor with a dry finish, like dry white wine or dry vermouth. It’s used in cooking like a white wine: to deglaze a pan, tenderize meat and add complexity in flavor to sauces. Of course sake is also used in cocktails (like this tasty Sake Southside!...

Making a recipe that calls for dry mustard and don’t have it? We’ve got your back. Also called mustard powder or ground mustard, dry mustard is ground mustard seeds. It’s used to make prepared mustard, which is the type you buy in a jar or bottle. Many recipes call for dry mustard powder instead of prepared. It’s commonly found in the spice aisle at most groceries. But if you’re in the middle of the recipe and need a quick fix, here’s how to substitute for dry mustard!...

Let’s talk vegan salad dressing! There are lots of naturally vegan vinaigrette dressings, like balsamic vinaigrette, Italian dressing, and Greek dressing. But what about a creamy ranch? Ranch is a dairy-based dressing, but we figured out a way to make our homemade ranch dressing vegan…and it tastes amazing. Just a few tricks make a naturally plant-based, creamy dressing that tastes just as good as the real thing. Here’s our best vegan ranch dressing recipe!...

Love a good Manhattan? Then you’ll love this funky spin: the Black Manhattan! This classy drink swaps out sweet vermouth for an Italian amaro. It’s strong and boozy, like any good Manhattan, but with caramel and chocolate notes on the finish. The one’s one of a kind, especially for the astute home bartender who’s delighted by the excuse to purchase a specialty liqueur. It was a big hit over here…and though I lean towards a spritz with my amaro consumption, I can appreciate this boozy triumph....

The story of the blueberry teacake goes like this: I had some blueberries in the freezer which were actually nearing the expiry date. As I love blueberries, especially in baked goods, I wanted to use them all up. The first idea was to whip up a batch of blueberry muffins. But, on second thought, I chose to make the blueberry teacake. Now I’m rather thrilled with my little creations. You’ll start with mixing the dry and wet ingredients separately....

More ways to cook Brussels sprouts This Brussels sprouts recipe is a favorite healthy side dish, perfect for any easy dinner (or even Thanksgiving). But there are lots of other great ways to prepare this healthy vegetable. Here are some more Brussels sprouts recipes that show more ways to cook them: Then, they’re draped in a tangy maple balsamic glaze that heightens the flavors to their peak. One bite of these, and everyone at the table will be asking how you did it!...

Cookies are pure indulgence, especially during the festive season. Every family has their own collection of cookie recipes, but maybe it’s time to go back to the basics and focus on perfection? Let’s talk about the classic butter cookies. These rich, buttery cookies are perfect on their own, but a chocolatey dip and extra sprinkles bring in the festive vibes. Well, it’s all about getting a little creative in the kitchen....

Ready for the coziest, most comforting superfood soup? This butternut squash lentil soup tastes like a bowl of sunshine. It’s chock full of beautiful, colorful healthy ingredients, and it tastes surprisingly more delicious than you’d imagine from the humble ingredients. Using leeks brings a complexity to the body of the soup. The only part about this superfood soup that requires some time is chopping the vegetables. You can use that to practice your knife skills — and we’ve listed some time savers below!...

Got a bottle of raspberry liqueur or Chambord? Here’s an effortlessly easy cocktail to make: Chambord and Champagne! These two go together like one of those famous pairings: tomatoes and basil, peaches and cream or peanut butter and jelly. Simply mix the raspberry liqueur with bubbles and you’ve got a sophisticated Chambord cocktail perfect for celebrations of all kinds. The bubbly sweet tart flavor is refreshing and unexpectedly nuanced for two ingredients....

Have you ever tried Chettinad style food that is well-known for their extra spice kick? Yes, I’m talking about the super spicy, aromatic cuisine that captivated the appetite of foodies across the country. It’s a spice lover’s haven! When it comes to fish fry, I usually go with Kerala style fried fish. But, whenever I have more time, I prefer this elaborated version of fish fry. I think my favorite part of this Chettinad fish fry is the wide range of whole spices used in the recipe....

Step 4: Once the pasta is done, immediately place it in a bowl with the vegetables, dressing, cooked chicken, Parmesan cheese shavings, and arugula. Serve and enjoy! The easy pan seared chicken breast comes out juicy and seasoned! You’ll pair it with fresh and sun dried tomatoes, tangy artichokes, Parmesan cheese, fresh herbs, and a zesty vinaigrette (yum city!). It’s a spin our popular tortellini salad we’ve been making for years, and this chicken version is a new favorite in our house....

The joy of baking bread at home is out-of-this-world. Without a doubt, the aroma of fresh bread is mesmerizing. And when combined with flavorful green chutney, the humble homemade bread is taken up a notch both in terms of flavor and taste. The swirl effect is all about adding a layer of extra deliciousness to your humble bread. It’s essentially a black canvas on which you can add your favorite flavor....

It’s bubbly, tangy, looks impressive, and goes down easy. Meet the classic Moscow mule! This drink was invented in the 1940’s but has never gone out of style. It’s got just 3 ingredients and you can build it right in the glass, making it perfect for parties or a lazy evening drink. As expert mixologists and authors of over 300 cocktail recipes, the mule is a drink we never tire of!...

If you are after cookie recipes, try our blueberry oatmeal cookies, thumbprint cookies, strawberry cookies, and lemon ricotta cookies. When we have a surplus of cranberries in our house, I know it’s time to get to baking! Some of our favorite dessert recipes for using leftover dried cranberries are cranberry orange oatmeal cookies, cranberry orange cake, and cranberry pistachio cookies. These cookies, in particular, are studded with pistachios, milk chocolate, and white chocolate chips....

I grew up eating cucumber salad with vinegar: a tangy, savory sweet salad of thin crunchy cucumbers. The moment that summer hit, this salad was on the menu for Sunday dinners and potlucks. It’s so refreshing: in fact, it’s hard to stop eating! Alex and I have found a new variation that we’re big fans of: this creamy cucumber salad with sour cream! Adding a bit of sour cream makes an irresistibly creamy sauce....

How To Make Crème Caramel No Bake Caramel Bread Pudding Thai Mango Coconut Pudding Mahalabia with Rose Jelly | Middle Eastern Milk Pudding Shahi Tukda | Indian Bread Pudding Like this creme caramel recipe? Then join Nish Kitchen on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram. Watch exclusive recipe videos on YouTube. Use whole or full fat milk to make this dessertCook creme caramel low and slowPerfectly cooked creme caramel will be slightly jiggly....

Are you a pickle lover? Here’s a jar you’ll fall hard for: Dilly Beans! These slender, crunchy pickled green beans pack a vinegary, herbaceous punch. They’re irresistible to snack on out of the jar, and make the ideal condiment to a picnic lunch, pitch in or cheese plate. Guess what: this old fashioned recipe doesn’t even require any fancy canning equipment! All you need is 20 minutes, a jar and some beans to whip up this quick pickles recipe: and you’ll be glad you did....

Craving more vegan cake recipes? Try my vegan birthday cake, vegan lemon cake, and vegan carrot cake next. Everyone needs a staple cake in their repertoire. Yes, even vegans. If you’re looking for a foolproof chocolate cake recipe that satisfies the vegans in your family but doesn’t taste like anything’s missing, my recipe is exactly what you’re looking for. Why I love this recipe Made in one bowl. We’ve got cake-making down to a science!...

Sometimes a recipe comes along that’s so simple and tasty, we just cannot wait to share it with you. Such is the case with this Blueberry Oatmeal! This pot of oats has an irresistible sweet berry flavor that’s nuanced with cinnamon, allspice and a hint of vanilla. Even better is the color: the brilliant-purple hue makes it that much more fun to eat your breakfast. Our 6-year old absolutely adores this: and so do we!...

Looking for a great side dish with bold, tropical flavor? Here’s our go-to Coconut Rice recipe! There’s just something about the subtle fruitiness of coconut that makes each bite of this fluffy rice intriguing. Coconut rice can often come out gummy and waterlogged. Here’s how to make it so it’s fluffy and coconut-scented: two different ways! Ingredients in this coconut rice recipe Coconut rice is a dish that’s made in many cultures around the world, including Southeast Asia, India, Central America, the Caribbean, South America, and East and West Africa....