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Aloo Chaat

Aloo Chaat

Happy Diwali!  Diwali is the festival of lights that symbolizes the victory of light over dark and good over evil.  Diwali is also the last day of the lunar year.  Houses glow with lights and candles.  Fireworks go off and lanterns are lit at night.  

Samosa Puffs

Samosa Puffs

Want homemade Samosas? But think they are too time consuming? These quick and simple Samosa Puffs have the authentic spicy filling with a unique flaky crust. For the 5 days of Diwali, I am sharing 5 of my favorite Indian inspired recipes.  Try out these 

Masala Chai Muffins

Masala Chai Muffins

Masala chai literally means spiced black tea.  Cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, mint, and cloves are some spices used to flavor masala chai.  These fusion masala chai muffins are perfect for any brunch or dinner party. Diwali is the festival of lights and marks the end of 

Brie and Fig Stuffed French Toast

Brie and Fig Stuffed French Toast

The savory brie combined with the sweet figs create a decadent breakfast dish. This Brie and Fig jam stuffed French Toast is a delicious breakfast.  The rich and creamy goat brie cheese I found at Trader Joe’s compliments the sweet fig jam on cinnamon bread.  I 

One Pot Black Bean Tortilla Soup

One Pot Black Bean Tortilla Soup

It is finally soup season, so here is one of my favorite soups.  I make this black bean tortilla soup at least a few times in the winter.  This vegan soup is full of protein, fiber, spices, and comfort!  Sometimes, to make it a little 

One Pot Panang Curry

One Pot Panang Curry

This week’s meal prep was this one pot panang curry soup full of vegetables and tofu. The recipe for the curry is below. To make the soup, add some coconut water to thin out the curry or use reduced fat coconut milk.  The Maesri panang 

4 Day Yellowstone Itinerary

4 Day Yellowstone Itinerary

Yellowstone is home to so many hot springs, geysers, mudpots and other hydrothermal features.  These natural wonders are a must see for all ages!  Use this outlined itinerary as a guide to see the best of Yellowstone in 4 days! When to go? The summer 

Chocolate Banana Bread

Chocolate Banana Bread

I got bananas from the grocery store last week to make banana bread.   Usually, you want brown ripe bananas that are too sweet to eat.  However, mine were just a little over ripe with a few brown spots.  Instead of adding extra sugar, I usually