Recipes How to Make Home Fries (3 Ways) By Samira Kazan updated May 18, 2023 How to make home fries that are baked, pan-fried, or deep-fried. These crispy diced potatoes are crisp on the outside, tender in the middle, and make perfect breakfast potatoes or a side dish! There’s rarely a wrong time for potatoes. I’m always digging into creamy mashed potatoes , Lebanese batata harra , or a sweet potato breakfast hash , among others....
Recipes › Vegan Japchae Korean Glass Noodles (Veggie Japchae/Chapchae) By Samira Kazan updated November 28, 2023 How to make japchae (chapchae) Korean glass noodles – a simple sweet and savory veggie stir-fry, perfect for serving up as a gluten-free, meat-free side or main! Whenever I am busy with a ton of projects, I love quick and simple meal ideas like Korean vegetable pancakes (buchimgae), chili garlic noodles , kimchi fried rice , and this Japchae Korean glass noodles stir-fry (sometimes also spelled chapchae/chap chae)!...
Lebanese Lebanese Spicy Potatoes (Batata Harra) By Samira Kazan published December 31, 2024 Batata Harra is a flavorful, spicy Lebanese potato dish with garlic and cilantro. It is perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or mezze and is ideal for brunch or dinner. This Lebanese spicy potato recipe (called batata harrah in Arabic) is a staple in my kitchen. It is simple, versatile, and delicious, whether eaten as an appetizer, a side dish, or inside wraps or Lebanese sandwiches....
Recipes › Breakfast Mexican Huevos Rancheros Recipe By Samira Kazan updated June 27, 2025 How to make Mexican huevos rancheros – a hearty Mexican egg breakfast served over a corn tortilla with refried beans and salsa; a wholesome, filling breakfast, brunch, or light meal! Plus, this eggs rancheros recipe is ready in just 10 minutes, naturally gluten-free, meat-free, and can be made vegan! If you want a hearty, savory vegetarian breakfast (or lunch) that’s packed with flavor, protein, and wholesome ingredients – then this Mexican huevos rancheros recipe is for you....
Recipes › Sides Roasted Cauliflower By Samira Kazan published March 17, 2025 Crispy on the edges, tender in the middle—this roasted cauliflower is one of those easy recipes I come back to again and again. It’s golden, perfectly seasoned, and ready in about 30 minutes. Whether you’re serving it as a simple side or dressing it up with dips and sauces, roasted cauliflower is an everyday go-to that never feels boring....
Recipes › DIYs The Best Asian Salad Dressing By Samira Kazan published May 17, 2022 This simple Asian salad dressing recipe with sesame oil and ginger is ready in just 5 minutes and packed with sweet, savory, umami, tangy, nutty flavor. This sesame dressing is perfect for using over Asian salads and slaw, as a marinade, or as a dipping sauce! It is my opinion that if you’re not a fan of salad, you probably just haven’t found the right dressing yet....
Ingredient Guides The Essential Guide to Meal Prep + Meal Prep Ideas By Samira Kazan updated August 06, 2024 Meal prepping can be fantastic for saving time, reducing effort, and helping keep you on track with your dietary goals, especially for those living busy lifestyles and who don’t have the time to spend 20+ minutes in the kitchen every lunch/dinner time. However, meal prep can seem overwhelming and many beginners don’t know how to start meal prepping properly....
Chicken Best Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks By Samira Kazan updated October 15, 2024 These foolproof air fryer chicken drumsticks are crisp outside and wonderfully tender and juicy inside. Ready in practically half the time of baking them, for an easy weeknight dinner! Thanks to their dark meat, chicken drumsticks offer a richer flavor profile, stay moist, and are less prone to drying out. Plus, when cooked in an air fryer, you get the best of both worlds: crispy skin on the outside and tender, juicy meat inside....
Recipes › Mains Chicken Shawarma Recipe By Samira Kazan updated August 29, 2024 You can’t miss the exotic flavors in this Middle Eastern chicken shawarma ! It’s marinated in yogurt, lemon, and spices, then grilled to perfection and added to a delicious wrap. This Lebanese-style chicken shawarma is a low-effort, maximum-flavor, must-know dish for busy lifestyles. It combines chicken with a yogurt marinade packed with Middle Eastern spices. The results are delicious, tender, and juicy every single time – just how my mom makes it!...
Recipes › Drinks Creamy Homemade Hot Chocolate By Samira Kazan updated November 21, 2024 A mug of hot cocoa is the perfect winter treat. Here’s how to make hot chocolate better than any jar or pot you can get at the grocery store – and for a fraction of the price. Making hot chocolate from scratch is one of the easiest ways to make this festive drink. A simple and easy homemade hot chocolate is the best way to warm up on a cold winter’s day....
Recipes › Sides Creamy Mashed Potatoes By Samira Kazan updated July 16, 2024 How to make the BEST creamy mashed potatoes with a few top tips for the ultimate side dish to any meal! They’re velvety, fluffy, rich, and make-ahead friendly! Is there any meal that a heaped serving of mashed potatoes (regular mashed potatoes, mashed sweet potatoes , or mashed purple potatoes ) can’t substantially enhance? If I have anything to say about it, then the answer is no....
Recipes Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlets By Samira Kazan updated November 01, 2023 Make perfectly crispy Italian breaded chicken cutlets in just 20 minutes. They’re juicy and tender in the middle, super crisp outside, and loaded with parmesan and Italian herb flavoring. A delicious, quick & easy protein for busy weeknights! Want to save this recipe? What Are Chicken Cutlets? Ingredients for Breaded Chicken Cutlets How to Make Breaded Chicken Cutlets What to Serve with Chicken Cutlets Storing and Reheating FAQs More Quick and Easy Chicken Recipes Crispy Breaded Chicken Cutlets Recipe What Are Chicken Cutlets?...
Recipes › Snacks Easy 5 Minute Candied Pecans By Samira Kazan updated November 27, 2024 These quick & easy candied pecans are sweet, savory, lightly spiced, and ready with just 5 ingredients in 5 minutes on the stove. A delicious gluten-free, vegan holiday snack and addition to salads, main dishes, and desserts! I first fell in love with candied pecans at a local Christmas market. Then I decided to try my hand at making them at home (along with delicious roasted chestnuts ), and I haven’t looked back since....
Recipes › Mains Easy Crockpot Chicken Pot Pie By Samira Kazan updated October 15, 2024 Make the BEST, easy crockpot chicken pot pie with minimal effort & maximum flavor – a creamy, hearty, comforting, family-favorite meal-prep dinner for busy weeknights! This easy crock pot chicken pot pie is a hearty and comforting meal that the whole family will love. It combines chicken, potatoes, and mixed vegetables in a creamy sauce, and is topped with flaky homemade biscuits ....
Recipes › Desserts Easy Pumpkin Preserves (Candied Pumpkin + Pumpkin Jam) By Samira Kazan updated August 12, 2024 Sweet pumpkin preserves 2-ways – candied pumpkin in syrup and pumpkin jam! All you need is a handful of ingredients to prepare either of these sweet pumpkin recipes – perfect for water bath canning to keep in your pantry for up to a year! Want to save this recipe? How to preserve pumpkin two ways: candied and jam The ingredients Optional add-ins and variations How to make pumpkin preserves (candied pumpkin + pumpkin jam) How to store pumpkin preserves How to serve FAQs Recipe notes and top tips Related recipes and DIYs Pumpkin Preserves (Candied Pumpkin + Pumpkin Jam) Recipe How to preserve pumpkin two ways: candied and jam We’re in the thick of Fall/Autumn right now, and I’m busy taking advantage of pumpkin season with big batches of pumpkin soup , creamy no-bake vegan pumpkin pie , pumpkin hummus (sweet or savory!...
Salads Fresh Watermelon Salad By Samira Kazan published June 30, 2025 I make this watermelon salad on repeat every summer. It’s quick, refreshing, and one of those recipes I throw together without overthinking when watermelon is in season. It’s a simple combo: sweet watermelon, crunchy cucumber, red onion, crumbled feta, and lots of fresh mint. I sometimes add a little fresh oregano as well. It’s completely optional, but if you have some, it adds a lovely, earthy note....
Recipes › Breakfast Healthy Festive Frozen Yogurt Bark Recipe By Samira Kazan updated November 01, 2023 A festive frozen yogurt bark /wreath recipe that kids will love. It can be made using homemade natural yogurt or coconut yogurt, for a Vegan version, and whipped up in 10 minutes then left to freeze. A delicious & healthy snack whenever cravings hit! Christmas is famously known for a time of indulgence, particularly with food....
Condiments Hot Honey By Samira Kazan published December 23, 2024 Homemade hot honey is so easy to make with just three ingredients. Sweet and spicy, it’s perfect to drizzle on pizza, cornbread, biscuits, and so much more! I love everything with a kick, and this hot honey recipe is one of my favorites, along with homemade chili oil and garlic and chili-infused honey . This spicy-sweet condiment combines honey with spicy ingredients like chili peppers or red pepper flakes....
Chicken How Long To Bake Chicken Breast By Samira Kazan published January 25, 2024 This guide on how long to bake chicken breast is super easy. Whether you’re a cooking beginner or just want to nail it, these tips will help you get the perfect baking times for delicious, juicy chicken. Want to save this recipe? How long to bake chicken breast How can I check for doneness? Want that golden brown goodness?...
Pantry How to Make 1-Pot Homemade Vegetable Stock By Samira Kazan updated March 24, 2025 This homemade 1 pot vegetable stock utilises fresh vegetables and/or vegetable scraps to make a delicious homemade vegetable broth that is vegan, gluten-free, salt-free, dairy-free etc. Unfortunately, as a food blogger, I have a LOT of vegetable scraps and nowhere to put them. I live in an area where there isn’t a good food waste system (unfortunately London is a bit behind in this!...
