Chicken Fried Chicken Sandwich By Samira Kazan published January 22, 2024 For the best chicken sandwich, you don’t have to sprint to a fast food restaurant or splurge on street food. My fried chicken sandwich recipe is delicious, juicy, and packed with flavor – all made in the comfort of your kitchen! For my homemade chicken sandwich, I’ve stuck to a pretty traditional method of marinating and frying. I’ve also opted to use chicken breast over other boneless cuts of meat....

Recipes › Desserts Hazelnut Truffles (Vegan Ferrero Rocher) By Samira Kazan updated April 25, 2025 These hazelnut truffles contain a few ingredients and are naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan, yet make for a delicious, healthier vegan Ferrero Rocher-inspired snack! Best of all, these simple no-bake bites only take minutes of hands-on prep! I’m not sure about you lot, but Ferrero Rocher always reminds me of Christmas. Probably because I always find myself nibbling through a box during the festive period (and only sharing if I must!...

Recipes › Desserts Homemade Mounds Bars By Samira Kazan updated March 08, 2024 With just six ingredients you can make homemade mounds bars – a chewy, sweet coconut bar dipped in rich dark chocolate. Perfect for satisfying your candy cravings! With its sweet and soft coconut filling and delicious dark chocolate shell, this Mounds bar copycat is a healthier alternative to a classic. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, these candy bars are easy to put together and perfect for a quick sweet treat without any of the nasties....

Seafood Honey‑Garlic Air Fryer Salmon Bites By Samira Kazan published October 03, 2025 Meet my fast, glossy take on Air fryer salmon bites . Juicy centers, lightly crisp edges, and a honey-garlic-chili glaze that clings to every cube. I season the salmon with a quick paprika, garlic, and thyme rub, air fry at 400°F, then simmer a simple honey and soy sauce glaze with chili flakes and lemon. The bites get a shiny coat right before serving, and I love serving them over jasmine rice with grilled broccoli (or my grilled broccolini for a slightly fancier twist) and a handful of scallions on top....

Lifestyle How To Clean A Microwave With Lemon (Clean Microwave Hack) By Samira Kazan updated June 22, 2022 How to clean a microwave with lemon – no harsh chemicals required! Clean and deodorize your microwave with just water, lemon (or vinegar), and optionally baking soda – no heavy scrubbing, and under 10 minutes to squeaky-clean microwave using this clean microwave hack! When it comes to cleaning kitchen appliances, the microwave is often ignored entirely....

Recipes › DIYs How to Make Fermented Garlic Honey By Samira Kazan updated April 22, 2022 How to make fermented garlic honey ; a tasty condiment with cold and flu combatting abilities, and an impressive shelf-life; perfect for enjoying for years to come! Best of all, all you need is two ingredients and a sterilized jar! Whether you want to consider this as fermented garlic honey or honey fermented garlic, the process and dish are the same....

Recipes › DIYs How To Make Mozzarella Cheese By Samira Kazan updated January 20, 2026 How to make mozzarella cheese at home with just 4 ingredients (plus water) and a bit of patience. This homemade mozzarella cheese is stretchy, smooth, and so much better than store-bought. Plus, read the notes for some troubleshooting top tips! I’ve done things a bit topsy-turvy with this post, in that I already posted my vegan mozzarella post months ago (usually, it’s the other way around)....

Ingredient Guides How To Make Vanilla Extract By Samira Kazan updated April 17, 2024 Make your own homemade vanilla extract with just two ingredients and five minutes of prep time—perfect for giving as gifts or using for all your home baking needs. Homemade vanilla extract is so easy to make, and considering how expensive it can be at the grocery store, you’ll want to save this recipe for the future! Using either vodka or glycerin with some vanilla pods, this simple DIY vanilla extract can transform a recipe and make a great homemade gift around the holidays....

Recipes › Mains Juicy Homemade Reuben Sandwich Recipe By Samira Kazan updated March 07, 2025 A staple of any deli worth its salt, this Reuben sandwich recipe uses classic ingredients to create an easy corned beef sandwich for on the go – without having to rush to the nearest delicatessen. As much as we might want to, we don’t always have the time to visit the famous Katz Delicatessen in New York City for an authentic rye sandwich....

Recipes › Breakfast Muesli Recipe (Vegan Protein Breakfast) By Samira Kazan updated May 23, 2022 This homemade muesli recipe is a delicious vegan protein breakfast cereal. With a combination of nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, this muesli cereal is incredibly versatile, as well as being gluten-free, sugar-free, and 100% vegan. Using raw, unprocessed ingredients, this homemade muesli recipe is a naturally vegan protein breakfast option (although it can be served with dairy if preferred)....

Recipes › Mains Slow Cooker Short Ribs: Tender and Delicious By Samira Kazan updated October 15, 2024 Succulent, fall-off-the-bone tender beef in a rich, hearty gravy – these slow cooker short ribs are so easy to make and the perfect warming midweek dish. Short ribs are incredibly underrated. Not only do they have plenty of juicy, marbled meat on them, but they’re so easy to turn into a delicious dinner. And for the best flavor, there’s no better way to cook beef short ribs than in the slow cooker....

Recipes The Best Candied Lemon Slices By Samira Kazan updated August 23, 2024 Candied lemon slices are a truly sweet treat. All you need are three simple ingredients to create the best candied lemon slices recipe ever! Making an edible garnish is tasty and fun! If you’ve never candied fruit before, you’re in for a treat. Forget about those hard lemon drops that you used to buy at the store, and make your own delicious lemon flavor to savor and enjoy....

Recipes › Mains Bang Bang Shrimp By Samira Kazan updated August 13, 2024 Perfectly crispy and tossed in a delicious sweet and spicy sauce, this bang bang shrimp is easy to make and certain to impress even the pickiest of eaters. What is Bang Bang Shrimp Ingredients How to make Bang Bang Shrimp How to store What goes with Bang Bang Shrimp Other delicious shrimp recipes Bang Bang Shrimp Recipe What is Bang Bang Shrimp Made up of crispy fried tender shrimp and tossed in a thick and creamy sauce, Bang Bang shrimp was created at Bonefish Grill in Florida....

Recipes Desiccated Coconut Recipe By Samira Kazan published April 04, 2025 Make desiccated coconut easily at home and add rich tropical flavor and texture to baked goods, coconut balls, and more. Whether sweetened or unsweetened, this fresh and versatile ingredient will enhance your favorite recipes. I love how versatile coconuts are! With just one mature coconut, you can make so many homemade goodies like coconut oil , homemade coconut milk , coconut yogurt , coconut cream , and coconut butter ....

Recipes › Mains Easy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs By Samira Kazan published December 25, 2023 These air fryer chicken thighs are succulent and juicy with a flavor-packed coating. Quick, simple, and delicious, these thighs will be a family favorite. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to juicy perfection, air fryer chicken thighs have minimal prep time. With the air fryer’s convenience, they will also be ready in no time. Plus, this is a versatile dish – ideal for quick weeknight meals or a delicious addition to salads, wraps, or sandwiches!...

Recipes Easy Grilled Onions By Samira Kazan updated July 08, 2024 Wonderfully tender and surprisingly sweet, these are the best grilled onions for cookouts, BBQ, or just as an extraordinary side dish for weekday dinners. Onions are probably one of the most versatile vegetables out there (alongside everyone’s favorite, the potato) and this grilled onions recipe makes great use of the onion – without any of the faff! The outside caramelizes while the inner rings still provide a bit of a crunch....

Recipes › DIYs Easy Vanilla Buttercream Frosting By Samira Kazan published March 12, 2021 How to make perfectly fluffy, whipped vanilla buttercream frosting at home every single time! All you need is 3 base ingredients and either a stand mixer or handheld mixer! If there are certain basics that anyone interested in baking should get to grips with, then vanilla buttercream frosting is one of those. In fact, this easy buttercream frosting is perfect for adapting to all kinds of flavors, but vanilla is the classic choice, of course....

Recipes › Drinks Fresh Mint Tea By Samira Kazan updated July 18, 2024 How to make fresh mint tea with mint leaves, lemon, and honey (vegan optional) in under 10 minutes. It can be served warm or iced for either a soothing or bright and refreshing caffeine-free herbal tea. This honey citrus mint tea is also super versatile – keep reading for all my favorite variations! We’re in the thick of “sniffles and sore throat” season (aka cold/flu season)....

Recipes › Mains Ground Beef and Potatoes Recipe (Quick One Pan Meal) By Samira Kazan published September 16, 2025 Need a quick dinner with minimal cleanup? This ground beef and potatoes recipe comes together in one pan with ingredients you probably already have. It’s made with ground beef, potatoes, onion, and a few pantry spices, then topped with a little sharp cheddar for extra comfort. I love how quick and satisfying it is — perfect for busy nights when no one wants to wash extra dishes....

Recipes Homemade Almond Butter Recipe By Samira Kazan updated January 17, 2024 With just two ingredients, you can make your own homemade almond butter – the perfect almond spread that’s naturally gluten-free, vegan, and free from refined sugar. Almond nut butter is a paste made from blitzed toasted almonds. Alongside the traditional peanut butter , roasted almond butter is one of the most popular spreads. It’s a healthy snack that’s delicious, super thick, creamy, and can be used in a myriad of ways....