Creamy Shujir (Semolina) Halwa

Creamy Shujir (Semolina) Halwa

Creamy Shujir (Semolina) Halwa This classic Bengali dessert has a special place in my heart. Wanna know the secret ingredient? It’s nostalgia. Each bite is a reminder of my childhood, my roots, and growing up surrounded by all the wonderful Bengali cooking of my mom 

Scallion Cream Cheese Rollups

Scallion Cream Cheese Rollups

About Scallion Cream Cheese Rollups I was going through a major scallion cream cheese obsession when I came up with this recipe. It’s amazing on a bagel, but what else could I do with it? Spread it on a pancake? Nah. Fold it into my 

Spinach & Feta Tarte Soleil

Spinach & Feta Tarte Soleil

Spinach & Feta Tarte Soleil: Appetizer Goals This Spinach & Feta Tarte Soleil is the perfect party appetizer. Although it tastes best fresh out of the oven (what doesn’t?) it is perfectly fine at room temperature too. It looks stunning and is fun for guests 

Chicken Jalfrezi (Desi Chinese Style)

Chicken Jalfrezi (Desi Chinese Style)

What is Jalfrezi? Jalfrezi is a Bengali/Indian curry that is distinct from other curries because of its thick, dry, tomato-based gravy. It was influenced by the Chinese cooking technique of stir frying, so this dish comes together faster than a typical South Asian braised curry. 

Butter Chicken Baked Pasta

Butter Chicken Baked Pasta

About Butter Chicken Baked Pasta Butter chicken is basically royalty in South Asian cuisine. You already know that the rich, creamy sauce is delicious, but have you tried pairing it with pasta? And then throwing in some cheese too? So basically, it’s butter chicken, but