First way: Yummy. Second way: Delicious. Third way: Delectable. Fourth way: Tasty. Fifth way: Scrumptious. Sixth way: Finger-licking good. Seventh way: Flavorful. Eighth way: Delish. Pumpkin seeds EIGHT ways. Things got a bit out of control. I thought about doing a pepita series (similar to my hot fudge series) but decided to give you all eight at once. I have so many great things to share with you that I don’t want to use up a whole week just talking about pumpkin seeds....

Queso means “cheese” in Spanish and Queso Blanco (“blanco” means white) and Queso Fresco belong to the fresh cheese varieties. Last year, I started to experiment different cheese varieties this Queso was one among them. Dips and sauces with queso cheese are very popular, but I did not try until recently. Cheese plays a significant role in the quesadilla, and vaandu recently started preferring this queso over the other cheese for the quesadilla....

“Quinoa” is the magic word of the season….You must have heard about it from friends, family, stores, media or somewhere or the other…… Although it recently came into limelight however quinoa has been around since 3000yrs back. It is a species of the ‘grain-like crop’ grown primerly for it’s seed (Chenopodium) and is closely related to beetroots, spinach n more. It’s also “Gluten Free” hence great for vegans, lactose intolerant n more....

Ragda Pattice or Ragada Pattice or Ragda patties is a popular street food of Maharashtra and Gujarat. As I mentioned yesterday, it is one way of serving aloo tikki or recipe with aloo tikki as the base. Ragda means the white peas curry or the vatana curry, and pattice is a potato cutlet. Basically, it’s potato cutlet topped with the yummy ragda curry. I tasted this recipe in one of the popular chaat food restaurants here in the bay area and liked it very much....

Not to brag or anything (she said, smugly patting herself on the back), but I have really come a long way. From a self-proclaimed hater of all things red velvet to perfecting the ultimate red velvet cake, red velvet cupcakes, and now red velvet cookie recipe. And these really are the ultimate red velvet cookies! Not only do they have plush, perfectly-hued, pillowy-soft interiors and a subtle red velvet tang, I’ve also managed to capture the essence of red velvet cake’s best friend: cream cheese frosting....

Why this salad? The combination of roasted chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and the flavorful green chutney dressing creates a delightful balance of textures and flavors in this salad. The roasted chickpeas add a satisfying crunch, while the vegetables provide a refreshing and colorful base. The green chutney dressing, made with a blend of fresh herbs, avocado, lime juice, and spices, brings a tangy and zesty kick that ties all the components together....

This Rosemary Cumin Infused Roasted Potato (No Bake) is an easy side dish. Made on stovetop and can be served with any entree. It’s Glutenfree & Vegan is one of my favorite on rainy days along with hot tea/coffee. It’s so tasty n tangy that it just leaves you craving it more n more….. The “cumin powder” was accidentally used by me one of the days when I made it in a hurry however it went along so well & actually tasted great with rosemary....

Ingredients for Quinoa Kheer (Saffron Quinoa Pudding): I’ve been craving dessert for some time now and wanted to have something healthy yet delicious and this ‘Quinoa Kheer’ fits right in. It’s been almost a month that we had something rich and sweet considering the new year resolutions, this kheer was a perfect match. It’s creamy, rich in flavors, and super easy to make … infact it can be made 1-2 days in advance too as it becomes even more flavorful as the quinoa absorbs all the rich flavors....

How long it takes: 25 minutes Equipment you’ll need: skillet or slow cooker Servings: 8 Can you blame them? With meaty ground pork sausage, spicy Rotel tomatoes, and cream cheese, all cooked until the flavors meld and the cheese melts, this dip is the dictionary definition of irresistible. Like pizza sliders and BBQ chicken nachos, sausage dip is the kind of recipe that will go on frequent repeat during football season and the holidays!...

Butternut squash can be quite a daunting vegetable to tackle, but only until you make the first cut. Once you go past the hard exterior, the squash reveals itself in all its glory - the beautiful orange color, promise of good taste and health! Although an autumnal vegetable, these days butternut squash is available in the supermarkets all through the year, unlike pumpkin which makes its yearly appearance during autumn!...

This recipe is an adaptation to Chili con carne, often simply referred to as “chili”. Chili is a wholehearted and flavorful dish that originates from Tex-Mex cuisine but is popular throughout the United States. The name “chili con carne” translates to “chili with meat” in Spanish, which accurately describes the dish. It typically consists of some sort of meat (protein), chili peppers, tomatoes, beans, aromatics, spices and seasonings. Why Soybean chili?...

[wpurp-searchable-recipe]Sri Lankan Curry Powder RecipeCinnamon Stick - piece, Cloves, Curry Leaves, Corainder seeds, Fennel seeds, Cumin seeds, Raw Rice (I used jasmine rice), Fenugreek seeds, Cardamom, Peppercorns, Dry red chilies, Mustard seeds, Turmeric, Dry roast the rice until golden color, remove onto a plate.; Add the other spices one after the other and roast until fragrant and the seeds turn 1~2 shades darker – make sure not to brun them....

When you can literally count the summer days on your fingertips, you need to throw a big bash for your loved ones and sip the best of summer flavors in these Strawberry Basil Mule with everyone. So apart from this Strawberry Basil Mule (using Smirnoff Vodka), we are also adding these fun-colorful Smirnoff Ice Party 12 Pack (Convenient cocktail-inspired premium malt drinks) to our BBQ. The Smirnoff Ice Party 12 Pack has four fun flavors (fruity & fizzy) that are perfect for everyone and every occasion....

Anything pizza-inspired is bound to be a winner. Zucchini pizza bites? Yes. Pizza burgers? Of course! Pizza baked pasta? Oh heck yeah! These stuffed pizza bites are also impossible to resist. How long it takes: 15 minutes of hands-on time, 30 minutes to bake Equipment you’ll need: Baking dish and brush Servings: 16 pizza bites They’re a great snack for parties (you’ll want to double the recipe because they will be devoured), but I’m more likely to make a batch for an easy, kid-friendly weeknight dinner....

Today’s recipe is a Samoan banana-tapioca soup called Suafa’i. Overripe bananas are cooked down along with coconut milk and tapioca. It is supposed to be a soup but I cooked it down to a pudding consistency. This dish is not really photogenic, so I added some chocolate chips to make it a little appetizing in the photos 🙂 Skip the chocolate if you want a more traditional Samoan dessert....

I am starting a brand new week of blogging today. This week I am combining Blogging marathon and Bake-a-thon events. I didn’t realize what I was getting into when I signed up for both of them. Last week was literally a circus trying to cook, click and post (AND there was Bread Bakers too). Today I have an absolutely delicious Swedish Almond Coffeecake recipe that is very scrumptious and addictive....

One significant advantage of living in the Bay Area is that you can find all the ingredients required for any Indian cuisine. You can see them either in South or East Bay for sure. The other thing is the number of Indian restaurants. :-) I think I have mentioned this before there are two branches of Aachi’s Aappakadai on the same street and both will be crowded during the weekends....

The temperatures are rising every day and we are looking at easy yet delicious meal for the entire family. This Tandoori Tofu Pizza or Tofu Pizza (as many would like to call it) checks both the need plus it can be made in the oven, air fryer, or stovetop. Yup, this makes it extremely doable as on any given day as most of the things are easily available in everyone’s house....

Mango Matcha Chia Pudding Super Easy & Perfect for Healthy Dessert As it was a Memorial Day long weekend, which meant BBQ parties, lots of drink, saucy food and after all heavy food, I was so looking forward to a light n quick breakfast. Hence, these Vegan Mango Matcha Chia Pudding Recipe were just the perfect choice for a great healthy start. They need absolutely no cooking and can be made in 5 minutes once your chia seeds are all poofed up....

Moussaka is a popular Middle Eastern dish that is traditionally made with eggplant and/ or potato. There are many local and regional variations. Greek version of this dish is a casserole layered and made with spiced meat, eggplant and creamy bechamel topping. It is similar to a shepherd’s pie. Whereas this Lebanese version, aka Maghmour, is more like a stew. This dish is made with eggplant and chickpeas. It is 100% vegan - making it perfect for vegetarians like me....