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Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup

A warm bowl of creamy soup filled with mushrooms, carrots, and wild rice, perfect for a cozy autumn day.

Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup – It’s funny – some recipes just creep up on you and suddenly become part of your life. This wild rice soup? Total fall staple for me now, but I still remember the first time I made it. I’d just gotten back from one of those long, chilly walks where […]

Easy Banana Fritters

Golden, fluffy fritters with a light dusting of powdered sugar, showing a soft center.

Easy Banana Fritters – You know those cozy mornings when you’re just not in a rush? The ones where you actually have a moment to sip your coffee and let breakfast linger? That’s where these banana fritters come in. I started making these on those lazy weekend mornings, inspired by how my mom would save […]

Indian Chana Masala

Thick and creamy chickpea curry topped with fresh herbs and ready to enjoy.

Indian Chana Masala – Funny enough, the first time I tried chana masala wasn’t at an Indian restaurant or even from a recipe book – it was at a friend’s house on a rainy evening. I still remember the way the kitchen smelled, filled with spices I couldn’t yet name but instantly wanted to know. […]

Onion Bhajis Recipe

A plate of warm, crispy onion bites paired with a tangy yogurt dipping sauce.

Onion Bhajis – I have this memory of the first time I tried onion bhajis, and honestly, it still makes me smile. I was at this tiny Indian restaurant, one of those places you stumble upon with low expectations, only to leave thinking, “Why haven’t I been coming here my whole life?” The waiter brought […]

Indian Fish Pakora

Crispy, golden-brown fish fritters served with a side of tangy dipping sauces.

Indian Fish Pakora – Have you ever tried a snack that just brings you back to a specific place or memory? For me, that’s Indian Fish Pakora. The first time I had it was on a chilly afternoon, at this little street stall in Delhi. You could smell the spices even before you saw the […]

Indian Samosas Recipe

A plate of freshly fried samosas with flaky, crunchy pastry and a side of chutney.

Indian Samosas – I’ll never forget the first time I tried samosas. I was at my friend’s house for Diwali, and there was a huge basket of these golden, crispy triangles. Just looking at them made me hungry, but I was kind of intimidated, too—like, could I ever make something this good at home? I […]

Indian Beef Curry

Slow-cooked beef in a rich and spicy curry, served alongside fluffy rice.

Indian Beef Curry – You ever have one of those nights where you want something really cozy? For me, that’s usually when I end up making this Indian Beef Curry. I remember the first time I cooked it – I was craving something hearty, warm, and just a little different from the usual. I figured, […]