Try With Me: Chicken Katsu
Chicken Katsu is something I’ve always wanted to try. I love trying new foods but this was always something I wasn’t able to because there aren’t any halal Japanese chicken katsu options near me. So, I decided instead of moping about it I could just make it myself! And, wow, am I glad…
Soy Chili Garlic Broccoli
Broccoli is definitely one of those vegetables that is hard to ruin. On its own with just some salt and pepper it can taste delicious. The simplicity of broccoli makes it the perfect vegetable to use as blank canvas for some of my favorite flavors. This Soy Chili Garlic Broccoli is spicy, slightly…
Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting
I used to be so intimidated by the idea of making my own frosting, mostly because it seemed like something only real, professional bakers do. Plus, after a few failed attempts in my youth I had it in my mind that it just couldn’t be done! However, I soon realized that it’s just…
Rustic Blueberry Galette
As the days become a little shorter and a little cooler we can feel Fall encouraging us to cozy up under a blanket with a steaming mug of chai and with what better accompaniment than this Rustic Blueberry Galette! A Rustic Galette is essentially a free form pie which is oh, so very…
Orange Lemonade Refresher
When it comes to refreshing summer drinks you can’t really beat lemonade but what if I told you…you could! Okay, okay that’s a bold statement but sometimes you might want something a little different but just as refreshing and this Orange Lemonade Refresher is just the thing. Slightly sweetened and with freshly squeezed…
Garden to Table: Homemade Tomato Sauce
Every summer our neighbor very kindly gives us the most amazing, robust garden fresh tomatoes and they are honestly better than anything I’ve had from a grocery store. After a few bags of tomatoes we quickly realized we had more than we could possibly handle for own soups, salaans, and salads so I…
Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Chicken Salad Sandwiches are great if you want a quick, delicious lunch. Everyone has their own version and of course, mine has just a little hint of spice. I used to make these all the time growing up and the recipe has stuck with me ever since. Probably because it’s so quick and…
Baked Sriracha Mac n’ Cheese
Macaroni and Cheese is delicious and that’s just a fact. It’s great for any meal of the day, hot or cold, fresh or as leftovers, but there’s no doubt making it from scratch and baking it is one if the best ways. So here I am, just sharing my version of Baked Sriracha…
Spicy Seasoned Shepherds Pie
Shepherds Pie is by no means a traditional Pakistani meal so I didn’t grow up eating it like many other people around me but that didn’t stop me from making it. Any time I don’t get to try a food because it’s not readily available as a halal option I decide to just…
Keema Fettuccine
Like most every dish I grew up eating at home there was always a Pakistani influence. Even when we made traditional American food like burgers or pizza my mom would add her own spices to make it her taste and that’s pretty much what happened whenever we had pasta. If we wanted meat…