We are going to Manipur, one of the seven sister states in the North Eastern India. Manipuri cuisine is simple, organic and healthy. Dishes are typically spicy foods that use chili pepper rather than garam masalas. Most of the dishes do not use oil for cooking. The staple diet of Manipur consists of rice, variety of leafy vegetables and fish. Manipuris typically raise vegetables in a kitchen garden and rear fishes in small ponds around their house....

Theme: Healthy Family Dinners Dish: Methi Paneer Dry Curry This recipe is from a Telugu cooking show. Along with fresh methi, dried kasoori methi is also added to the curry to give it a nice earthy flavor. With no masalas to grind, this is a quick and simple dish to make any time.

The next two flatbreads that I am going to share are not stuffed paratha like the previous ones. We mix the vegetables along with the flour and prepare the dough. I am starting with this simple methi paratha, or the fenugreek leaves paratha today. Last year, with my homegrown fenugreek leaves, I had been making methi pulav or methi sambar. This year decided to try something different. Earlier I posted methi matar malai, and now it’s time for the methi paratha....

Imagine sitting poolside sipping on a cool beverage, watching kids splash around in the pool, and snacking on a flavorful dip made with fresh corn, cilantro, cotija, and more. When I served this dip to hubby, he said, “I closed my eyes and I woke up in Tijuana.” Sometimes he’s hilarious! How long it takes: 15 minutes Equipment you’ll need: sharp knife, mixing bowl, measuring utensils Servings: 8 Sounds like a pretty good scenario, right?...

How long it takes: about 30 minutes Equipment you’ll need: large skillet with a lid (or Dutch oven) Servings: 4 Whether it’s food allergies and sensitivities or simply a matter of picky eating, coming up with meal ideas can be exhausting when there are kids in the house. It might even feel like your only option is to serve mac and cheese for dinner every night. (And not good homemade mac and cheese!...

How long it takes: 15 minutes of prep, plus time to chill (4 hours or overnight) Equipment you’ll need: large mixing bowl, pie plate Servings: 8 Millionaire pie is definitely one of those recipes that fits right in at barbecues, family gatherings, and potluck dinners! Millionaire pie is a Southern classic. You may know it as million dollar pie, billionaire’s pie, or Hawaiian pie. Whatever you call it, this dessert pie will make you feel like you hit the jackpot!...

Why You’ll Love These mini pumpkin tarts Last Minute: These no-bake mini pumpkin tarts are a simple solution for any last-minute event. Just like my pumpkin pudding (another last-minute favorite!), this recipe is simple to make, easy to eat, and full of the flavors of fall. Perfection. Easy: To make these mini pumpkin tarts, you need only 5 ingredients, all of which you can keep on hand in your pantry or freezer: canned pumpkin, frozen whipped topping, pumpkin pie spice, a box of instant pudding, and frozen mini pie shells....

The Onam sadya dishes vary region-wise within Kerala. I did not follow any specific region and prepared the ones that my family loves instead. Check out the post for the individual recipes and how I prepared them. Jump to:Onam FestivalOna SadyaOnam Sadya Thali 1st GroupOnam Sadya Thali 2nd GroupOnam Sadya Thali 3rd GroupOnam Sadya Recipe Roundup-Enjoying Onam Sadya Thali? You’ll love these, too: Onam Sadya Thali I always wanted to prepare an elaborate Onam sadya....

I originally made a version of this when I bought beet and dill bratwurst at a local market. The bratwurst was bright pink before I cooked it, but I hodgepodged a meal together with the crumbled sausage and finished it off with fresh lemon, dill, and red pepper flakes. I loved the combinations of the flavors and I knew I had to make a version to share with you guys as soon as I could....

How long it takes: 20 minutes of prep, and about an hour in the oven Equipment you’ll need: a large casserole dish, a saucepan, and a large mixing bowl Servings: 8 Sometimes, though, you want a breakfast that’s a little special. Maybe you have guests coming, or it’s a holiday or birthday, or maybe you just crave a breakfast that’s a little decadent. Enter, overnight French toast casserole! Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole This wholesome French toast casserole is perfect for that special breakfast or brunch....

How long it takes: 35 minutes Equipment you’ll need: just one pan Servings: 6 Features of This Potato Recipe Extra crispy. The secret to crispy roasted potatoes is a high oven temperature and preheating the pan before you add the potatoes. This recipe allows you to preheat the pan with the butter already in it, so you save a step. It’s a win-win. Plenty of cheese. The BEST part about these potatoes?...

I’ve taught you guys how to roast cauliflower before (if you didn’t know), but this time we’re kicking it up a notch. I don’t know about you, but I like to have at least 2 or 3 vegetable sides on Thanksgiving to balance out all the heavy casseroles and potatoes. I’m definitely making sautéed parsnips this year, but this cauliflower might have to make an appearance, as well. It would cook quickly in the oven while the turkey rests and would be great with some Brussels sprouts thrown in too....

I couldn’t let summer slip by without sharing a peach recipe, and this one really takes the cake! See what I did there? 😉 Often known as “Maryland Peach Cake” or “Baltimore Peach Cake”, this dessert is based on an ancient recipe from my grandmother’s recipe box. Legend has it that the original German version was made with onions, but don’t worry, we’re only using bright and juicy peaches today....

Why You’ll Love These (Amazing!) Peach Muffins Full of flavor: We’re taking things up a notch by incorporating browned butter into the muffin batter. It gives the muffins an unparalleled depth of flavor that accents the peaches beautifully. Packed with peaches: You’ll get that fresh, summery flavor in every single bite. It’s so disappointing when fruity muffins are mostly bread and no fruit — not today! Quick and easy: Just 15 minutes of prep before they go in the oven with no fancy tools needed–not even a mixer!...

Can you believe that it is already the last day of Frozen Treat Week? I’ve had so much fun with this theme and want to say a big thank you to Nutmeg Nanny and Katie’s Cucina for hosting. This peanut butter chocolate banana milkshake is a quick and easy treat with classic flavors, a winner in every category. You can keep it pretty simple or fancy it up with some whipped cream and a cherry on top....

I originally published this recipe last year, photos have been updated. Is it a muffin, or is it a cupcake? I wrestled with this question for far too long, particularly while photographing these rich, chocolate beauties with their peanut butter surprises peeking out from soft edges and from beneath still-molten chocolate chips. They’re sweet, they’re chocolaty, and I definitely would not be disappointed to be offered one of these to satiate my sweet tooth after a meal....

A Unique Christmas Cookie Peppermint bark is winter’s version of pumpkin spice; it’s the flavor of the season, found in everything from hot chocolate to candles, and today I’m infusing it into cookies. Not just any cookies, though, these are a festive favorite of mine that I first shared a few years ago and that needed a facelift (but no changes to the original recipe, that was just right). These cookies are soft and chewy, rich without being too decadent, and resplendent in a way that makes them a must-bake for your holiday cookie tray....

An Easy, Flavorful Weeknight Dinner With a crispy-crunchy exterior and a tender juicy center, my pretzel crusted chicken is the flavorful, EASY weeknight chicken that the whole family will love (at least mine sure does!)! It stays nice and crispy, unlike many baked breaded chicken recipes, and it has a beautiful golden brown exterior. This chicken is juicy, tender, and full of flavor. We’ll dip it in a honey mustard egg batter before coating in the crisp and crunchy pretzel pieces....

As I mentioned in my tamarind lassi, I am a big fan of salty and savory lassi recipes, and this cucumber lassi is our summer staple and family favorite. This lassi is healthy and nourishing with the cooling properties of cucumber and the refreshing flavors of the herbs and protein from yogurt and hemp hearts. I am sure your tummy and gut will thank you for this lassi. With sweet lassi, I have to be always mindful of the portions....

I had a little party with some friends recently and I made these roasted grape and ricotta crostini. I wasn’t actually going to share this recipe until I tasted it and had that “holy cow, I need to share this recipe” moment. About these roasted grape crostini Roasted grapes might be one of my favorite things. The flavor of the grapes is just intensified by roasting and the grapes are bursting with juice....