Although my sisters and I eventually outgrew the prefilled Easter baskets too (harsh realities of our 20s), I certainly believe that, at any age, everyone deserves a little springtime treat. A fresh twist on classic jam thumbprint cookies, which in my family are rolled in crushed walnuts and filled with strawberry jam, lemon thumbprint cookies take the same lightly crispy, buttery shortbread and give it the springtime citrus treatment. In celebration of a new season and the return of sunshine, let’s fill our baskets and pile our plates with bright lemon coconut thumbprint cookies....

Well, lentils, if you were hoping to sit quietly in the pantry, I am afraid I must disappoint you. Now that I’ve experienced just how tasty and filling you are in my salad (and this Crockpot Lentil Soup), I am going to be paying you a lot of attention from this point forward. I made this healthy lentil salad recipe for lunch a few weeks ago, and while I’d hoped it would be above average, I was not expecting it to captivate and satisfy me the way that it did....

Your search for the best keto cheese crackers recipe is over! These low carb cheese crackers are reminiscent of the bright orange crackers you might have grown up eating (hint: keto Cheez-Its, anyone?!). But this version is made with nutritious ingredients and real cheese as the base! Crackers may sound like a lot to make from scratch, but I think you’ll be surprised by how easy this cheddar cheese crackers recipe is!...

Looking for a bright and fresh salad to take to a summer BBQ or even a no-cook meal for those hot nights? Try this Mango Avocado Salad! Filled with chunks of mango, avocado and macadamia nuts, and topped with a light and zesty vinaigrette, it’s sure to be a big hit. This salad really is so easy to pull together. Simply slice your ingredients, shake the dressing together in a jar and toss in a big serving bowl....

Mushroom Masala Curry Mushrooms are not a common veggie in the traditional Indian cuisine yet they are used to prepare so many dishes like mushroom biryani, mushroom pulao, curries & mushroom stir fry. Indian cuisine is by far diverse and each dish is made in numerous ways depending on the region. Most days I cook 3 meals a day. This gives me the chance to experiment a lot with different dishes....

If you’re looking for a dish to balance all the sweets you’re having for Diwali, why not add this savory finger food to the mix? This spicy biscuit is with wheat flour and a hint of spices. Like its sweet sibling (shankarpali) this is crispy, flaky and downright delicious! Savory diamonds, tukdi, nimki, call it what you want, this snack adds a refreshing zing to your snack table on regular days and on special occasions....

I used to SUCK at cooking chicken. At first it frightened me and I flat out refused to cook it. I was convinced I’d give myself food poisoning - it was a weird quirk. Then I went through a “cook the absolute bejebus out of it” phase that lasted a little longer than I care to admit. Dry, tasteless, overcooked chicken is a crime and I was guilty time and time again… But then I started cooking it in the oven....

It’s also a tasty change of pace from Baked Chicken Breast, as well as another satisfying way to cook chicken when Grilled Chicken Breast isn’t an option. Because the chicken breast is well seasoned, this recipe can hold its own as a stand-alone entrée, and it’s versatile enough to dice and add to salads, sandwiches, pasta, and more. How to Make Pan Fried Chicken Breast This simple method for cooking chicken in a pan gives you fast, tasty results....

I spent a month after college traveling through India, a country whose colors, people, and cuisine still captivate my memory and imagination. Paneer tikka masala is one dish I still crave regularly (along with Potato Curry). Since I can’t pop back over to India any time my craving strikes, I have to try and bring the flavors of India to life in my kitchen. I don’t have easy access to a mega-market of Indian spices (or the time to toast and grind the whole spices like in an authentic paneer tikka masala recipe), so this is my adaption....

We didn’t grow up eating parsnips, and the first time I saw one at a farmers market, I thought it was some kind of rare albino carrot. After being informed by the producer that albino carrots were, in fact, a figment of my imagination, I was advised to take some parsnips home and roast them just like Baked French Fries. I took her advice and have been smitten since. Many people overlook this tasty root vegetable, which is a pity because they are delightful and really do deserve a larger place on our plates....

By now, you’ve probably noticed I adore passion fruit. This pie is at the top of the list of my favorite passion fruit recipes, along my Passion Fruit Mousse and Passion Fruit Curd! This passion fruit dessert will steal the show! I. Can’t. Stop. Eating. This. Pie! Please, send help. And by help I mean company, so I have an excuse to eat another slice! After all, I can’t have my guests eating alone....

If you are new to Indian regional cuisines & wondering What is Poha? Poha is flattened rice that is steam cooked with onions, spices and herbs. The word “poha” refers to the flattened rice itself and as well the dish made with it. These flattened rice flakes are also known as parched rice or beaten rice. They are considered to be nutritious & wholesome as they are got by minimally processing paddy....

I spent the better part of middle school fantasizing about my life as a musical (and about a never-ending supply of Brownie Bites). An appropriately directed breeze would blow my hair attractively at all times.Backup dancers would materialize on command.And I’d (obviously) sing duet across from the hunk of the class. As an adult, my musical fantasies now occur in the kitchen and I’m happy to announce the first act: “We go together like rama lama lama pumpkin cheesecake brownies....

Impressively high in protein and fiber and flaunting some serious Mediterranean flavor flair, these powerhouse patties are fresh, filling, and exactly the meal you should make this week. My biggest, erm, beef with most of the quinoa burgers recipes I’ve tried is that they are so inexcusably meh. Even Trader Joe’s quinoa burgers don’t quite meet my expectations. If a recipe makes the sacred claim of being a “burger,” it best live up to the designation: a mighty-flavored, two-handed, can’t-stop-won’t-stop affair....

FavoritePinShare Decadent and delicious Red Velvet Sugar Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are so divine. This is the best of both worlds, a rich colorful treat but with half the time and work of individual cookie. These red velvet sugar cookies are topped with an incredible cream cheese frosting, that makes insanely delicious. Cream cheese is just an amazing ingredient, it makes so many things taste glorious. From Cream Cheese Chicken Taquitos, to Wontons, and Cream Cheese Snickerdoodles, it’s just heavenly....

Yes, this has been a very meaty week at the blog, first with the Skirt Steak Fajitas and now with this scrumptious Slow-Cooked Pulled Brisket that will rock your world! Seriously, who can resist this southern classic? It’s comfort food at its best, in the form of meat that melts in your mouth! I’m telling you, it can’t get any better than that. Especially because it is made in the slow cooker, so it’s extremely convenient and the only thing you will have to do is brown the meat and sauté the onions and garlic before adding them to your crockpot....

After a long baby forced hiatus, I’m back and ready to resume my food journey. When my mom went back to Brazil, I got to experience what motherhood truly is, without her help! And it is unbelievably raw and hard. It really does take a village to raise a child and my village moved to another country! But more on that on a separate post, because today is about delicious food and I do not want to steal these Stout Beer Braised Short Ribs’ thunder!...

Strawberry pie is a timeless classic. A sweet, tart, and fruity strawberry filling is encased in a buttery flaky crust. From the presentation to the flavor to the texture, this pie is pure perfection. Who says you need to wait for summer to get a slice of this culinary work of art, though? Use frozen strawberries and you can enjoy your favorite strawberry pie any day of the year. I bet you’re already drooling, so let’s get started!...

No need to draft a guest list, send out invitations, or stress over all of the impossibly perfect Pinterest ideas that make your thoughtfully planned soiree look like a low-budget PTA trivia night. Instead, throw some waffles on the iron, layer them with fresh juicy strawberries, and smother the whole shebang in fluffy maple whipped cream. These strawberry shortcake waffles take less than half an hour to put together and are perfect for a whole host of occasions such as:...

Growing up, stuffed peppers were one of my favorite meals. Now that I’m an adult, it’s one of my go-to recipes whenever I need something quick, easy, and delicious! Not only are stuffed bell peppers a nostalgic meal, but it’s also on the fancier side! But just because it’s fit for a king doesn’t mean it requires a top chef to make it. This recipe is actually incredibly easy to make!...