Kala Chana

Looking back, it’s easy to see why our mom made this dish often. It is a super filling and healthy vegetarian dinner that’s quick to prepare! If you’ve never had kala chana, they are also known as black chickpeas. They are denser and nuttier than the more well known garbanzo beans. While they do soften…

Cilantro Lime Chicken

Hi friends it’s Palak here! My husband Neil has always been big into grilling and smoking meats, and this recipe is a result of one of his experiments. The marinade only uses a few ingredients and you likely already have them on hand. Although it only uses a few ingredients it packs a robust flavor…

Chole Chana

If you have an Instant Pot you probably fall into one of two camps.  You love it, and exchange stories of how you can make dishes in just minutes or you’re overwhelmed by learning how to use it and have stuffed it in the back of your already overflowing pantry.  Lisa and I are in…

Spaghetti & Meatballs

We love express meals that are packed with flavor! This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and works great for a weeknight meal. If you ditch the pasta, the meatballs can work as an appetizer – just serve with toasted baguette slices and you have a quick and hearty starter! Healthy Options: You can…

Potato Prosciutto Pizza

We first tried this pizza at a friend’s house and immediately fell in love with how well all the flavors come together. If you’re not a fan of some of the ingredients aka blue cheese, neither are we usually, but the salty-ness of it adds a lot! This recipe is definitely a labor of love…

Vodka Sauce Penne

You’ll never buy a jar of vodka sauce again! This simple recipe is always a crowd pleaser and pairs perfectly with your favorite glass of red wine. Ok we know what you’re thinking, it sounds so extra to make your own vodka sauce but trust us it is TOTALLY worth it! Fun Story:  We were roomies…