Pithla Besan, a savory delight hailing from the heart of Indian cuisine, is a testament to the versatility of besan (gram flour). This besan recipe, also known as Pitla, transforms this humble ingredient into a flavorful and comforting dish that can be relished with various accompaniments. Let’s embark on a detailed exploration of how to make besan curry recipe, unraveling the secrets and nuances that make this besan curry a culinary masterpiece....

If you think whole roast dinners are an easier way to feed your family without much effort, chances are you’ll love this spicy twist on roast chicken. With a little preparation and planning ahead, this moist chicken roast will be ready to adorn your dinner table, and of course put a happy smile on everyone’s face. When it comes to roast chicken, for me, the important thing is keeping it moist and tender....

No one can deny the fact that a hot cup of classic tea straight from the street vendors or chaiwallahs is the ultimate way to enjoy this refreshing drink. The word ‘chai’ simply refers to ‘tea’, and masala chai is all about tea simmered in heaps of aromatic spices. The soothing and comforting aroma of this chai is totally amazing. Even though chai mix is available in the form of tea bags and powdered drinks these days, I totally love this homemade version created from scratch....

Love all things meatballs? Try my firecracker meatballs, eggplant meatballs, meatballs and gravy, or lamb meatballs next. Nothing (seriously, nothing) beats a good meatball sandwich. I was practically raised on meatball subs as a kid, and for a while, I sought to replace them with Subway meatball subs. Thankfully, I’ve gone back to my roots and started making them from scratch. Now they’re my most requested sandwich! Why I love this recipe Healthier than Subway....

Alex and I love trying our hand at healthy desserts. While we’re not quite sure how exactly to apply the words “healthy” and “natural” sometimes, they at least denote an attempt to think outside the box! In this case, it means gluten-free, vegan, and refined-sugar-free: but it works for eaters of all kinds! This is one of those foods better not from a box – pudding! And this mint chocolate tofu pudding could not be more delicious or easier to make at home....

Here’s our spin on the classic recipe: it’s just sweet enough, balancing the bold fruity wine with mulling spices, citrus, and oak and vanilla notes on the finish. It will become a classic in your fall drink and winter drink repertoire! Cinnamon sticks Cloves Allspice berries Whole nutmeg Star anise Star anise is the most unique of these mulled wine spices: it’s a star-shaped seed pod. It’s available at most grocery stores, but you can also buy star anise online....

The equal parts cocktail formula The “equal parts cocktail” is one of our favorite formulas for a drink, mostly because it’s so easy to remember! When you’ve made as many cocktail recipes as we have, you start to notice patterns. There’s a long historical tradition in the formula of using equal parts of all ingredients like the Naked and Famous. Here are a few well-known equal parts cocktails: This modern cocktail was created in 2011 as a riff on the classic Last Word cocktail, which we adore....

I have a mild obsession with Nutella recipes, and as far as I’m concerned, Nutella desserts should always have a place at the table. Some of my favorite ways to use this chocolate hazelnut spread are cookies, brownies, and these no-bake Nutella bites. Like my cookie dough bites, these come together in just a few minutes, plus time to set in the fridge. They couldn’t be easier to make, and everyone you share them with will surely be impressed....

On busy mornings, you don’t want to be messing around in the kitchen for a long time. Muffins, I mean all kinds of them, are just one type of food that are easy to make and super simple. I love blueberries, so these easy blueberry muffins are a regular in my household especially when they’re in season. I even make them in advance, and store them in the freezer for super busy days....

Love chocolate and love peanut butter? I have you covered with these seriously moreish cookies! In my opinion, there is NO combination as good as these two, as evidenced by some of our favorites on here (like no bake cookies and an actual cake!). These cookies are in their own league because of how simple and fast they are- even if you are a beginner cook, you’ll nail these from the get-go....

When you go to make a smoothie: does it turn out too icy and thick? Or too frothy and thin? Or bitter and tasteless? Maybe it’s just us. But we are smoothie-challenged, over here! Meet the perfect berry smoothie: the answer to bad, made-on-the-fly blender creations. This one has just the right frosty yet creamy consistency and juicy berry flavor. There’s a little Greek yogurt for some protein to make it a filling breakfast or snack....

If you’ve experienced this taste sensation, you know: pomegranate molasses is a revelation. This traditional Middle Eastern ingredient isn’t really molasses at all, actually. It’s a syrup you can use to drizzle over meat, fish, vegetables, salads, or dips, and it adds a zing that’s absolutely irresistible. It’s can be hard to find pomegranate molasses at the store, so it can be easier to make it at home. It’s also a great way to use up pomegranate juice!...

Love crispy takeout-style chicken? Try my spicy chicken sandwich, oven fried chicken, or hot honey chicken sandwich next. Whenever I’m craving KFC, I like to whip up my homemade recipes, including my famous popcorn chicken recipe. They taste better than the fast food giant and make a fantastic homemade appetizer or game day snack. They cook in minutes and are so darn addictive. As a diehard KFC fan, I can attest these are EVEN better and so simple....

Love cooking pork? Try my grilled pork tenderloin, air fryer ribs, pork steak, and crispy pork belly next. Whenever my family and I try a new Japanese restaurant, I always judge its quality by how good their tonkatsu is. Essentially a Japanese-style deep-fried pork cutlet, it’s like the Japanese version of schnitzel. By choosing a fattier cut of pork, you get a crispy crust and a tender, juicy center. Pair it with a savory, tangy katsu sauce, and you have something truly special....

Ever since making my own powdered sugar substitute, I’ve been using it in keto meringue cookies, healthy puppy chow, and keto lemon bars! You probably noticed more grocery stores are stocking sugar-free baking staples. There are plenty of sugar-free syrups and chocolate chips, but I’ve yet to find a suitable sugar-free powdered sugar. Old me would order it online, but now that I know how easy it is to make at home, it’s a no-brainer to make my own powdered sugar substitute!...

Love high protein main dishes? Try protein pasta, protein mac and cheese, and New York steak. It’s no secret that I love pizza and would eat it daily if possible. Traditional pizzas are high in fat and carbs with low amounts of protein. Luckily, my recipe looks and tastes like any good pizza, but it packs extra protein in the crust AND the topping. Why I love this recipe No yeast is needed....

Hello 2019. Yay, hope you all had a wonderful start to the new year. After a short break from blogging in December, I’m back on work mode to bring you another exciting year of incredibly delicious recipes. November was a super busy month for me as I was planning and presheduling the posts and recipes for December. Well, I think I had a well planned holiday, and I hope you enjoyed all the recipes....

Breads are super convenient, so no wonder they’re a popular choice. They always bring in taste creating the perfect base for breakfast or dinner. Creating bread from scratch may sound daunting, but let me tell you, it’s easier than you think. And the lovely aroma that fills your house is just amazing. Pull apart garlic bread. Let’s make garlic bread from scratch. And let’s add an interesting element to it – the ‘pull apart’ feature....

What’s better than pumpkin bread? Pumpkin banana bread. We’re all about simplicity, so adding another ingredient to pumpkin bread is not our usual our style. But! The ripe banana makes this fall bread incredibly moist, with a nuance in sweetness that makes it impossible not to take another bite. It’s got just the right amount of cozy pumpkin spices, and a light crunchy turbinado sugar topping. We’ll never be making plain old pumpkin bread again!...

However, it takes only 10 minutes to make kale leaves into this side dish you won’t want to stop eating! It’s lightly flavored with garlic and cooked until bright green and tender. Tuscan kale is also called Lacinato kale, dinosaur kale, black kale, or cavolo nero (black cabbage in Italian). It has flat, ruffly leaves that are green black. The flavor is milder and sweeter than curly kale; because of that, it can appeal to people who think they don’t like this veggie!...