Biryani is an Indian rice dish made with fragrant Basmati rice layered with meat or vegetables and flavored with exotic spices like saffron. There are many variations of the dish depending on where it’s from. Traditionally Biryani is cooked in …
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Vegan Southwestern Stuffed Peppers
They often say we eat with our eyes first — and if that’s true, there’s zero shame in going back for seconds or thirds of these stuffed peppers. While you can make seasoned rice from scratch, to cut down on prep …

Fresh Mango and Chickpea Curry with Basmati Rice
From late March to June, India is gripped by a national obsession : mango season. The fact that the fruit is available only for a few months each year makes it even more desirable. Growing up in India, we looked …

Pan Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with an Indian Spiced Tomato Cashew Gravy
If you haven’t noticed, the once shunned, boring Brussels sprouts have gained gastronomic acceptance, and is on the starter menu in most upscale restaurants. Roasted caramelized Brussels sprouts is the most popular method of cooking. Here, I bring you an …

Sun King Brewery’s Pachanga Beer Cheese
This Cinco De Mayo may not be our usual gathering of friends but let’s not let this stop us from celebrating at home with two great recipes using Sun King Brewery’s Pachanga Mexican-style Lager.

Honey Roasted Carrot Hummus & Italian Garlic Carrot Hummus
There are so many great salty snacks available through Green Bean, from lentil chips and cauliflower crackers, to more traditional fare such as sea salt kettle chips and pretzel sticks. But what’s a chip without a dip to pair it …

The Ultimate Guacamole
This delicious recipe will have you saying, HOLY GUACAMOLE! Guacamole is the perfect snack for any occasion and is quick and easy to make. Serve it with chips, tacos and more!