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How to make Finger Millet cookies or Ragi Biscuit - Finger Millet aka Ragi Flour is a wonder food in India and a lot other Asian countries but hardly known in the western countries. It is probably the most underrated “cereal” food. So, I decided I should go into a little more detail about what it brings to the table….literally..:-) I agree to be sent email. High levels of Calcium, Iron, Protein, Fiber, and gluten-free are some of the goodness of Finger Millet and I am sure one of them is sure to make you buy it at your local Whole Foods store....

Salmon is at the top of my list for quick and easy dinners. It helps that it’s healthy and full of good fats and protein too. Pair this good-for-you fish with an air fryer and you have a match made in Heaven. I use my air fryer more than I’d like to admit. But who can blame me? This air fryer salmon recipes comes out incredibly juicy every time and is ready in less than 10 minutes....

There are few things as wonderful as a roast cooking away in the oven and roast beef is always popular. This rump roast is incredibly tender and juicy. Flavored with garlic and fresh rosemary, it’s absolutely delectable. What is a rump roast? Rump, also known as bottom round rump or round tip roast, is a cut of beef from the hind quarters of the cow. It’s a cut of beef that is incredibly flavorful but is relatively lean and can be tough if overcooked....

This gluten-free roti is just as warm and soft as the traditional one that is common in every Indian household, but it is made with quinoa flour and other natural ingredients. I can see that there are several questions popping up in your mind about dietary fiber, binding agent, and protein content that you get from wheat and how it can be substituted when you go gluten-free. I agree to be sent email....

This popular Indo-Chinese street food dish is typically air-fried cauliflower florets tossed in a sticky, sweet, and spicy red chili sauce. I have a great variation of the original Manchurian recipe by air frying the florets instead of deep frying. The result is a unique flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. I agree to be sent email. An air fryer allows you to enjoy your favorite dishes guilt-free, as it uses very little oil compared to deep-fried versions....

Updated May 21, 2019 We’ve been attending and hosting a lot of BBQ’s this summer. I am not complaining, I love eating outside with friends, family, and good food. Josh and I usually eat outside on our patio, even when we don’t have company. It’s hard to stay inside when the weather is so nice. Utah is hot, but luckily it cools down in the evenings:) One of my favorite appetizers to make for summer parties is this Greek Salad Bruschetta....

Ingredients needed The cauliflower itself couldn’t be simpler. All you need is whole heads of cauliflower, olive oil and salt. You can season the cauliflower with spices of your choice like garlic powder, paprika, cumin or Chili Powder. You can also serve the grilled cauliflower with any sauce or just a good squeeze of fresh lemon juice if preferred but the chimichurri adds fantastic flavor to the dish. Whole heads of cauliflower....

Ingredients For the grilled shrimp skewers Shrimp/prawns. I used peeled and deveined large shrimp. Frozen shrimp are perfectly fine to use, allow to thaw completely before marinating. Olive oil. Cajun spice/Cajun seasoning. Salt and black pepper. For the jalapeño cajun butter Butter. Fresh garlic cloves. Fresh jalapeño peppers. Cajun seasoning. Fresh lemon juice. How to grill shrimp skewers Place the peeled shrimp in a large bowl then drizzle over the olive oil and add all the seasonings....

Updated July 13, 2020 Summertime is the best time! Summer is my favorite time of year because I love all of the fresh produce that is available. I can never get enough! I try to eat as many fruits and vegetables as I can every single day so I can enjoy all of the flavors of summer. I love this Summer Vegetable Salad because it is packed with so many summer vegetables....

Caprese salad is a summertime classic, for good reason. Sun-ripened tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella and aromatic basil are flavor soulmates. This grilled Caprese salad is the perfect easy appetizer for Summer as the tomatoes can be grilled on a hot grill and the basil dressing can be thrown together within minutes. Served with crusty bread (throw thick slices on the grill to toast), this is summer feasting at its finest....

I am sometimes more excited for leftover turkey than the actual turkey on the day. There’s just so much you can do with turkey leftovers and I anticipate the day after Thanksgiving/Christmas for months knowing I’m going to be able to continue the feast. Yay for Turkey Day! I usually revert to the good old leftovers sandwich the day after but this year I thought of something lighter, a little healthier but no less delicious....

Updated March 26, 2019 The summer is flying by and that makes me sad, but the summer produce is cheering me right up! I can’t get enough! I am currently obsessed with heirloom tomatoes. I love eating them with a little salt and pepper, but I also enjoy using them in recipes. I recently made an Heirloom Tomato Pesto Galette that screams summer. It is so full of flavor thanks to the heirloom tomatoes....

In a previous post, I mentioned that our daily diet has shifted to mostly plant-based food after my husband started his vegan blog Gastroplant. I still cook with meat and dairy here and there, especially when I develop Chinese recipes for my blog. But so far I’m very happy with the plant-based diet. I feel more energetic and less heavy during the day. And I noticed that I crave fast food much less nowadays....

I used to cook salmon exclusively on the stovetop, because I was obsessed with crispy salmon skin. Lately I’ve been using the oven more often, especially when I want to get dinner on the table as fast as possible. The thing I love about baked salmon is that it is cooked more evenly, and the texture of the fish comes out more consistent. When I cook salmon on the stove, I need to keep it medium rare to get a moist texture....

Published on November 10, 2024 Hostess Gift Guide- Whether it’s a dinner party, holiday party, or long weekend, thank your host or hostess with one of these thoughtful gifts! 2024 Hostess Gift Guide Peppermint Bark– the BEST! Stock up! Geometry Towels– lots of colors and prints to choose from. They are my favorite kitchen towels and dish cloths! Use code TWOPEAS15 for a discount! Oven Mitt & Potholder Set– great quality and festive!...

Using a stovetop pressure cooker is the most common method. I agree to be sent email. Stove top cooking in boiling water or using a slow cooker are other options, but the easiest and most convenient way to cook whole green moong dal is in an Instant Pot. This electric pressure cooker has revolutionized our cooking, making it quick and easy to prepare various dishes. Mung beans, also known as green gram, are a type of legume that has been cultivated for thousands of years in Southeast Asia....

Notes about substitutions of ingredients These ingredient substitutions are just a general guide. Below are a few more tips for if you’re in a pinch: Flours: Bread flour is a high-gluten flour so is not suitable for baking cakes, cookies and muffins. Cake flour is a very finely milled flour and can be used for baking bread in a pinch. The result will just likely be softer and might not rise quite as much....

If you love cooking in your Instant Pot or pressure cooker, you have to check out our Easy Instant Pot Recipes! Ingredients needed Chicken. I used skinless boneless chicken thighs but chicken breasts can be used too. Onion. Fresh garlic cloves. Fresh ginger. Spices. I used turmeric, Garam Masala, smoked paprika, ground coriander and ground cumin. Coconut milk. Chicken broth/chicken stock. Cauliflower. Sweet potatoes. Salt and black pepper. How to make coconut chicken Season the chicken with all of the spices, a good pinch of salt and a crack of black pepper and drizzle with a few tablespoons of olive oil....

Since I published the Sticky Rice Stuffing, I’ve received so much positive feedback and lots of questions on how to cook it in an Instant Pot. After testing it out, I was surprised to find out that the Instant Pot version is so easy and the result turned out just as great. Why this recipe? The Instant Pot Chinese sausage rice is so simple to make that I would totally cook it on a busy weeknight....

Osso Buco is an Italian classic, and with good reason. The tender, fall-off-the bone beef shank cooked in red wine with vegetables and aromatics, is the epitome of comfort food. Cooking the meat in an Instant Pot cuts down on the cooking time considerably without compromising on flavor. Ingredients Needed Beef shin / sliced beef shanks. Traditionally veal shanks are used but as they aren’t always easy to find, using beef shin is a great alternative....