How long it takes: 30 minutes Equipment you’ll need: fine mesh strainer, saucepan, small skillet Servings: 6 Have you ever tried coconut rice? If you haven’t, don’t delay. You’re going to immediately wonder why you’ve waited so long. I could eat it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Snacks, too. Garnished with toasted bits of unsweetened coconut, coconut rice is mildly sweet and rich tasting, but not like a dessert. However, add juicy sliced mangos or fresh pineapple, and coconut rice could definitely be a dessert....

How long it takes: 5 minutes Equipment you’ll need: just a glass! Servings: one, but it’s easy to make more If you love G & Ts, you’re going to want to give this variation a try, and if you’ve never had a gin and tonic, let me introduce you. It may be the beginning of a happy relationship. As always, drink responsibly! Refreshing Cranberry Gin and Tonic Not too sweet....

How long it takes: 3 to 4 hours on High, or 6 to 8 hours on Low. Equipment you’ll need: skillet, slow cooker Servings: makes 9 cups of sauce There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of adding a little bit of this, a little bit of that to the pan and then letting that spaghetti sauce simmer, simmer, simmer while the house fills up with the smell of an Italian restaurant and everyone is just eagerly anticipating dinnertime because they’ve been captivated by that wonderful smell of sauce cooking all....

As much as I like gravy curries, I like dry curries too, and this aloo gobi tops the list. I love aloo gobi with the humble dal chawal (lentil curry and rice) or with roti. It pairs well with both rice and roti, and that’s how I served it this time. Do I need an air fryer for this recipe? From the title, you all would have guessed I made this aloo gobi in the air fryer....

If you love my super popular biscuit recipe, you’re going to love this equally delicious but much quicker easy drop biscuit recipe! While I love the flavor and texture of traditional homemade biscuits, I don’t always have the time or energy to prepare and laminate a dough. Drop biscuits are an easier, faster alternative, and while they don’t have the same flaky layers, they are still just as flavorful and satisfying....

Quick & Easy Oreo Crust Recipe This Oreo crust recipe is a quick and easy kitchen staple used in so many of my desserts like chocolate cheesecake, peanut butter pie, and peppermint bark cheesecake. It uses just 2 ingredients and takes minutes to prepare, plus it tastes SO much better than those pre-packaged cookie crusts from the store (I can never fit all of my pie filling into them anyway!). The beauty of this recipe is that it can be used for pretty much any type of dessert that calls for an Oreo crust....

This simple yet addictive dip is different from hummus. It is perfect for those moments when you need a speedy snack or unexpected guests drop by. In just a few minutes, you can whip up this rich and satisfying dip that will leave everyone asking for the recipe. With its creamy texture and savory taste, this dip is sure to become a favorite. What is kidney bean dip? Kidney bean dip is a delicious and nutritious spread that is made from kidney beans....

This is a simple, easy and medium-size cake recipe that caters especially to a lot of my friends who don’t eat eggs or are always looking for recipes that would use overripe bananas. This cake can be stored in the fridge for up to a week. I’m using walnuts in it however you may completely omit this ingredient or use any dry fruit of choice or chocolate. Eggless Banana Walnut Cake Ingredients: 3/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour 2 Tbsp Whole Wheat Flour – Optional 1 Large Ripe Banana’s – Cut into medium pieces 1/4 Cup chopped Walnuts – You can use any other nut of choice 2 Tbsp Plain Yogurt 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 1 Tsp Vanilla Essence – You may use banana essence or omit this step 5 Tbsp Sugar 1/2 Tsp Baking Powder 1/4 Tsp Baking Soda Pinch of Salt 5-6 Chocolate Chip for decoration – Optional...

Custard powder (cornstarch) is the substitute for egg in this recipe. The final result is very similar to traditional custard French toast, puffy, slightly sweet and absolutely delicious. Serve with maple syrup and fresh fruit for an amazing breakfast. About the Recipe What is not to love about French toast? It is sweetened eggy bread that is just perfect for breakfast. I love it made with egg like in this savory Indian style bread omelette or even with no eggs....

Condensed milk and oil in the recipe make this cake tender and flavorful. Studded with tutti frutti and chopped nuts, this is an simple yet elegant cake to serve with tea. It is sure to impress little ones and adults alike. About the Recipe I love baking simple cakes or tea cakes that do not need any frosting of icing. Like this yummy pumpkin cake. They are perfect for snacking at any time of the day....

Preparing the crust and the pumpkin puree is the hardest part in the pumpkin pie. Once you have them both then it’s just the assembling part. I started making these Biscuits crust for cheese cakes and followed the same for this pie recipe too. (Err I haven’t posted my cheesecake yet.)I have tried making crust with both Parle-G and Good Day. Both turned out pretty well. Also whenever I make soup I reserve some for the pie if not I got for the store bought puree....

How long it takes: 45 minutes Equipment you’ll need: 9 x 13 inch pan, large skillet, sharp knife Servings: 4 Fajitas are always a hit! Even though my husband is a traditionalist and doesn’t always like it when I mess around with his favorites (sheet pan shrimp fajitas or easy steak fajitas), he’s a fan of fajita stuffed chicken and I think you will be, too! Another one of our favorites is chicken fajita stuffed spaghetti squash....

How long it takes: less than a half hour, including prep time Equipment you’ll need: electric mixer, mixing bowls, baking sheets, wire rack Servings: 28 cookies So I set out to make my own—and I added colorful sprinkles to the mix, because why not? Funfetti cookies are everything you love about classic sugar cookies and, just for fun, they’re flecked with a rainbow of sprinkles! These sugar cookies are sweet (without being cloying), fabulously buttery, and they’ve got extra vanilla for a boost of flavor....

A simple cucumber yogurt sauce adds tang to the sandwich. Serve the mushrooms inside a pita pocket or fold into half-moons. Or even as an open face sandwich with fork and knife. However you serve, this Greek sandwich is sure to please anyone!! About the recipe I LOVE mushrooms in any shape or form. The husband is not a big fan of their texture or taste. So I rarely cook them, but recently both the kids have taken a liking to them....

Gujarat is a state in the North-Western coast of India. It is known locally as Jewel of the West. Gujarat is the home of many many freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi, Sardar Vallabhai Patel, successful entreprenuers like Dhirubhai Ambani (Reliance Industries), Azim Premji (Wipro Limited) and Jamsetji Tata. Gujarat played an important role in the economic history of India. Cuisine: Gujarat is primarily a vegetarian cuisine due to the influence of Jain vegetarianism and traditional Hinduism....

Even though this recipe is lower in fat than your traditional banana bread, it’s still unbelievably moist, delicious, and above all, easy to make! It’s a healthier version of my mom’s recipe, without the copious amounts of butter. Instead, this recipe uses applesauce and just a touch of oil to bring irresistible moisture to the bread. Why You’ll Love This Quick Bread Recipe Who doesn’t love sinking their teeth into a slice of soft, tender homemade banana bread?...

Crisp golden cheddar cheese crackers are wholesomely addictively delicious. They are surprisingly easy to make (it’s actually kind of fun!). You probably have everything you need in your pantry and refrigerator: sharp Cheddar cheese, butter, flour, ground mustard, salt, and water. How long it takes: about an hour (that includes chilling time) Equipment you’ll need: food processor, baking sheet, parchment paper Servings: Makes 15 dozen small crackers Did you know that the best combination in the world (okay, maybe “the world” is a bit of an exaggeration) is Cheez-Its and Diet Coke?...

We are a family of garlic lovers! I mean, what is not to like about garlic, right?! It is wonderfully aromatic and lends its warmth and goodness like a true friend. We do have quite a few recipes using garlic that we love as a family and then we have our individual favorites such as this garlic butter mushroom fry which is my older daughter, M’s, go-to Sunday breakfast! I, of course, cannot imagine not having a bottle of this homemade ginger garlic paste in my fridge!...

Ready in 5 Minutes If you happen to have a little butter, a little honey, and a little salt on hand then you’re just 5 minutes away from one of my favorite quick & easy recipes. Homemade honey butter is incredibly simple to make and it elevates anything you add it to. Perfect for smearing on everything from homemade bread or biscuits to cornbread, or crepes, it adds a lovely, richly flavored sweetness to anything you pair it with....

It came as quite a shock to me that people abroad consider Naan as the staple food for Indians. I will lose some marbles if one more person tells me that Naan bread is a staple dish for us Indians. Don’t get me wrong. Naans taste great and go amazingly with certain dishes. But they shouldn’t represent Indian foods. Essentially because naans are made in LARGE hot clay ovens or tandoors only found in restaurants....