There was a time when I ate at Chinese vegetarian restaurants constantly. I loved those places! Most of them have a full menu that looks like a normal Chinese restaurant menu, but every item is totally meatless. The kung pao tofu was my favorite! Unlike many of the dishes that were made with fried tofu, this dish used baked tofu. It was awesome! Baked tofu is delicious, and perfect with the finely diced and stir-fried veggies and crispy peanuts you find in any Kung Pao dish....

I know… right? She with a food blog hates to cook! OK, so this is a new thing, almost certainly tied to pregnancy and my less-than-predictable cravings and aversions and whatever that “meh” feeling in-between is, but every night when I put away my laptop and shuffle into the kitchen, I’m dreading it. Perhaps it’s that we plan in advance, always shopping for the week’s dinners on Sunday afternoon; by the time that Tuesday rolls around, the Mediterranean fish that sounded oh, oh so healthy on Sunday sounds positively disgusting....

There are so many ways to enjoy lasagna on keto (like classic keto lasagna, simple no noodle lasagna, flavorful cauliflower lasagna, or my personal fave, eggplant lasagna)! Lasagna stuffed peppers are just one more classic way to use this veggie to make Italian night so quick and easy. Are Stuffed Peppers Keto? While some stuffed peppers may be keto friendly, it depends on what the stuffing contains. Some recipes call for rice or other grains that would increase the carb count, so always check ingredients to be certain....

Well, I already learned that I’m a big fan of vegan goulash, despite never having tasted non-vegan goulash in my life. Since starting this blog I’ve made vegan versions of traditional and American goulash. I just learned that goulash has a cousin: paprikash. Paprikash is kind of like goulash, but with a creamy sauce. Of course I had to make a vegan version happen asap! What You’ll Need Raw cashews....

Click here to download your printable non-perishables shopping list! What Is Does Non-Perishable Mean? A non-perishable food is one that doesn’t need to be refrigerated or frozen and that has a long shelf life when compared to other foods. While these items may expire eventually, they are great resources to keep around the house for not only potential emergencies but also for everyday use. Baking Supplies All-purpose flourAlmond flourBaking powderBaking sodaBay leavesBrown sugarCassava flourChickpea flourCocoa powderCoconut sugarGluten-free all-purpose flourA granulated sweetener like Swerve or monk fruitOat flourPowdered sugarTapioca starchVanilla extractWhite sugar...

I have always used prosciutto in sandwiches and pizzas. But crispy prosciutto is a whole new revelation to me. It is crispy, salty, and savory, like crispy bacon but more subtle in flavour and exotic. It adds the necessary crunch to the salad and a whole lot of flavor. Not every salad needs a dressing. Sometimes just seasoning the salad lets the other components shine. EVOO, fresh lemon juice, fresh parmesan, salt, and pepper works as dressing in this recipe....

It might sound like an elaborate recipe but trust me it takes just 30 minutes from start to finish. The usage of aromatics and browning of the sausage add layers of flavor and richness to the sauce. More hearty pasta recipes Cheesy Sausage Pasta Bake It is usually served with chunky meat sauce like ragu, bolognese, etc. Because of its wide ribbon-like shape, it holds heavier sauce well. Pappardelle– fresh or dried, either will work....

Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for arugula pear salad, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Salad: Arugula – This dark leafy green has a velvety texture and mild, peppery flavor that goes well with the other ingredients. If you can’t find arugula, you can use a bag of mixed greens, kale, or any lettuces you like instead....

Pomegranate is my favorite fruit to use in salads. If I have pomegranate in my fridge, I will definitely add a few tablespoons to whichever salad I make. Surprisingly, the tiny red pearls bursting with juices make every salad taste better. But today I am sharing a salad recipe in which pomegranate is one of the main ingredients- Mediterranean style pomegranate salad with feta and walnuts. The delicious combination of juicy pomegranate pearls, creamy feta, crunchy salad leaves, and roasted walnuts is worth trying by every food lover, especially if you like the fresh flavors of Mediterranean food....

Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for my creamy pumpkin soup recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. How To Make Pumpkin Soup I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card. Want to use fresh pumpkin? I’ll be honest, I usually don’t because it’s more time consuming and canned pumpkin is just so easy to get!...

I have recently come back from almost a month-long break in India. It was the best vacation after my marriage as I got almost two weeks time to spend with my parents and one week with my sister (the longest time I got to spend at my parent’s place after marriage). Though I had planned of capturing a lot of recipes from my mother’s kitchen we all were so happily engrossed in reliving the old days that I chose to skip blogging during that time....

Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for oven roasted broccolini, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card. Broccolini – This veggie is in season year round, but its peak season is from October to April. Look for vibrant green stalks with small, tight florets. Trim 1-2 inches from the stems. If pieces are large or uneven in size, slice lengthwise down the stalk....

Today, I’m excited to share my take on creamy red pepper pasta, a dish that’s not only bursting with unique flavors but also incredibly simple to make. This red pepper pasta has all the usual kitchen staple ingredients, with nothing fancy here. While I have followed the classic Mediterranean flavor profile of pasta, this variation stands out with its bold flavors from the red bell pepper. I would never think of adding bell peppers to a pasta-like dish without roasting them....

When you need a change from classic crab salad, creamy chicken salad or simple ham or tuna salad, make this one instead using tender and flaky baked salmon. With fresh veggies you won’t find in your typical creamy salads, every bite offers lots of textures and fresh ingredients to keep you satisfied. It’s perfect for lunch or a light dinner, and takes just half an hour! Ingredients & Substitutions Here I explain the best ingredients for cold salmon salad, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options....

🌶️ What Makes This Recipe So Good Spicy, savory, slightly-sweet gochujang is a staple of authentic Korean cooking. The beautifully-crimson paste is typically a blend of ingredients like Korean chili flakes or powder (known as gochugaru and made from dried red chile peppers), salt, sticky rice, and fermented soybeans. Gochujang has an unbelievable flavor depth that really makes this entire dish the mouth-watering recipe that it is! If this is your introduction to gochujang, well then, you are WELCOME....

What Makes This Recipe So Good You can’t go wrong with cooking lobster tails sous vide! Considering the price tag of this amazingly delicious food, you definitely want to avoid overcooking it. No rubbery lobster ever using the sous vide method, it’ll get perfectly cooked every time. Incredibly tender, buttery, and full of flavor, this is the way to go! This method is very easy! All you’ll need to do is seal the lobster with butter in a food-safe bag, submerge it in the controlled water bath, and let it cook for 1 hour....

We’re entering the season where I don’t feel like doing much of anything. Even cooking. And I love to cook! But we’ve had a few hot days already, and the last thing I want to do is sweat it out over a hot stove on those days. So I’m planning ahead. I’ve never been that big on meal prep, but I can get on board during the hot summer months, especially when it involves burritos....

Strawberry almond milk is a sweet dairy-free spin on a classic kid-friendly recipe. With just 4 ingredients and a few minutes, you can make this milk without all the sugar and additives you’ll find in store-bought versions! What Is Strawberry Almond Milk? Strawberry almond milk combines the natural sweetness of strawberries with creamy almond milk. It tastes similar to conventional strawberry milk, without the dairy, added colors, or artificial flavors!...

Cranberries – You can use fresh cranberries or frozen ones! Cranberries actually have a small amount of natural sugar, which helps the sauce thicken and gel a little, just like you’d expect from a traditional cranberry sauce. If you have extra cranberries left over, use them for my sugar free dried cranberries or stuffed acorn squash. Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – My favorite sweetener for sauces, because it tastes like sugar (no aftertaste), dissolves completely, and won’t crystallize!...

This is one of those absolute staples that’s always lurking about in my fridge. From a quick lunch to a delicious dinner, I slather this on just about everything. Let’s take a closer look at what the fuss is all about shall we? Homemade Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Sure, Basil Pesto is great, but sun dried tomato pesto?! Oh guys. You’re in for a treat. I quite often pair regular pesto with sun dried tomatoes, the flavours complement each other so nicely....