Truth be told, my memories of salisbury steak revolve around those terrible TV dinners my dad used to get when I was growing up. But like anything else that they turn into one of those dinners, the homemade version is about eleventy billion times better. And this low carb keto salisbury steak recipe with mushroom and onion gravy is no exception. It may look impressive (and it tastes impressive, let me tell you!...

Along with the flavorful marinara and creamy cheese layer, this dish also uses mozzarella and parmesan cheese. That means it’s not vegan-friendly. But that also means you can serve a big helping of cheesy garlic bread on the side! Trust me, this meatless baked ziti makes for one satisfying and comforting vegetarian dinner. Meatless Baked Ziti Saying goodbye to meat doesn’t mean saying goodbye to flavor. Take this meatless baked ziti, for example....

Methi Rice Methi leaves known as fenugreek leaves are fragrant & slightly bitter tasting leafy greens, often used in Indian cooking to make lentil dishes, curries, parathas, snacks and even rice dishes. I love the convenience of making one pot dishes where all the ingredients are almost dumped and cooked to a pilaf/ pulao. But a lot of times I also precook the rice and add it to stir fried veggies and make various kinds of fried rice....

Molten cakes are one of the most popular desserts down in Brazil, where they are called “petit gateau“. Every restaurant serves a version, with chocolate being the obvious choice most of the time. That is, until you try the dulce de leche version! Oh my goodness, you guys. I can’t begin to describe the feeling of cutting through one of these and watching the thick caramel-y goodness flowing out and waiting – no, begging – for you to scoop it out and taste it....

If you’ve been looking for a new salad to liven up your weekly lunch routine, I hope you try this Moroccan-spiced chickpea salad. In addition to being filling and a refreshing change of pace from my standard lunch fare, it gives me a super satisfying healthy meal afterglow. Healthy Meal Afterglow: The affirming feeling of complete adult life domination that follows eating a meal that is both ridiculously delicious and ridiculously good for you....

Chewy Apricot Muesli Bars remind me of my childhood. A very popular brand in Australia (you can probably guess who) had a muesli bar of the same name and I had one in my school lunch everyday. So when I was trying to decide what flavour to make these muesli bars it really was a no brainer! I couldn’t wait to try and recreate it. These bars are perfect for a lunchbox filler, especially if you’re worried about how much sugar is in traditional muesli bars....

No oven needed. Perfect for any occasion. And gone within a few hours. Best of all, each bite is loaded with chunks of Oreo. How to Make No Bake Oreo Cheesecake First we’ll prepare the Oreo cookies. Place 15 cookies in a gallon-size Ziploc bag. Use a rolling pin to smash the cookies. But don’t go too crazy. We still want some nice chunks in there. This will go into the cheesecake filling....

Tired of the same old, boring breakfast? These fun little parfaits are simple and oh so delicious, thanks to an old childhood favorite who is making a comeback! ? Yep! Oreo O’s are back, y’all! And they are better than ever. Oh, who am I kidding? Little Olivia, back in São Paulo (Brazil) had no idea Oreo O’s were a thing. She did get to enjoy lots of delicious food growing up, most made by her blog famous grandma, but chocolatey, crunchy, amazingly delicious Oreo O’s were not part of her childhood....

This is one of my favorite recipes for kids school box. This can also be served to toddlers. I have used basmati rice here since we prefer this for the lunch box. However it can also be made with regular non sticky rice like sona masuri or ponni. To make peanut rice, cooked and cooled rice is required. While the rice cooks, I roast the peanuts and other ingredients. Cool them and powder....

It doesn’t get any easier than this! This dip is so tantalizingly creamy and sweet nobody will be able to resist. For a real show-stopping treat, serve this pumpkin recipe a cute sugar pumpkin. Present it to your guest and it will be all anyone is talking about for weeks. Pumpkin Fluff Dip Pumpkin fluff dip is a sweet and creamy treat that’s bursting with pumpkin goodness. It’s full of pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice which makes it taste just like pumpkin pie, minus the crust....

This recipe is sponsored by Land O’Lakes. Pumpkin is a celebrity flavor whose tenure starts earlier and earlier each year, and for good reason. Its familiar cozy flavor and natural moisture make it a versatile gem in wholesome baking recipes ranging from Healthy Pumpkin Cookies to Healthy Pumpkin Muffins to Pumpkin Sheet Cake with Greek Yogurt Cream Cheese Frosting. Gingerbread, however, is a late bloomer. It’s not until December that I see recipes like these Gingerbread Muffins and my all-time favorite Chocolate Ginger Cookies pop into popularity....

You’ll love this simple, quick and easy pork chop marinade! It takes just a few minutes and imparts a delicious and savory flavor to the pork chops. But what makes this the best pork chop marinade? Let’s see, it takes only a few minutes, it imparts a delicious and savory flavor, and the ingredients are 100% natural (no sugar required!). It’s great to mix up ahead, marinate, and then cook right before serving....

Rajma chawal is a favorite combo in many North Indian households where rajma masala is served with chawal (rice). Some onion & lemon wedges on the side is all you need to enjoy this delicious dish. We Indians eat a lot of legumes regularly as they are the main source of protein and fiber. Skinned lentils, chickpeas, black eyed peas and red kidney beans are some of the most commonly used in curries....

I first made this simple red lentil curry recipe when we moved into our new home and—after two weeks straight of moving-stress-induced takeout dinners—I needed a healthy reset. WELL, here I am again! I’ve spent the last few weeks eating out as often as I’ve eaten in. It’s been delicious and fun and I’m likely to do it again, which is exactly why I need more easy red lentil recipes like this one in my life this week....

In addition to the prospect of spending three days looking at this view, I’m especially excited for Memorial Day weekend, because my newly engaged younger sister and her fiancé are coming to visit us in Milwaukee. I can’t wait to show them around the city, kick it on the pontoon boat, and share a few meals on our back porch. An incurable Type-A personality to the core, I have been known to plan friends’ visits weeks in advance, and even write to-do lists of what I need to accomplish each day leading up to the visit to prepare my home and pantry....

Samosa What is Samosa? Samosa is a deep fried pastry with a spiced filling usually made with potatoes, spices and herbs. Sometimes these are also made with minced meat (keema). Samosa is one of the most commonly eaten snack across India. They are hugely popular and are loved by everyone. Samosas make their appearance everywhere as a street food, party snack, restaurants and even in cafes. They are very special during the month of Ramadan and are eaten as a Iftar snack....

I was all about breakfast sides during my Whole30. Like my crispy breakfast potatoes, which got me through the mornings where I just couldn’t face one more egg! But I did face that egg, because I got to enjoy it with some damn potatoes! And these sautéed green beans with mushrooms and onions - they were usually right there beside the potatoes. I remember seeing a photo of beans and mushrooms together somewhere awhile back and thinking DAMN what an unbeatable combination....

Who doesn’t love dinners that are easy to prep and even easier to clean-up? Meals like these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies and Sheet Pan Chicken with Spicy Potatoes are great to have in your back pocket for busy weeknights. A few months ago, I asked my Instagram followers what they want to see more of here in the blog, and the overwhelming majority replied quick and easy dinner recipes....

Bottle Gourd is called as ghiya or lauki in Hindi, doodhi in Marathi, anapakaya or sorakaya in telugu and sourekai in kannada . Most Indian households use this veggie to prepare their everyday foods. It is widely used to make curry, chutney or even cooked with dal. This healthy veggie is cooling to the body, light on the tummy and is easier for digestion. So it is also given to babies after 10 months....