Happily Cooking

Skip to Recipe Breakfast is one of my most loved meals of the day and especially when I already have a delicious make-ahead meal that takes the stress out of busy mornings. When it comes to healthy breakfast ideas, Healthy Banana Oats Muffins , Blueberry Chia Seed Pudding and Healthy Morning Glory Muffins are a few of my favourites. Granola is a popular breakfast cereal that is loaded with the goodness of rolled oats, seeds and has a generous amount of pecans, almonds, cranberries, and other dried fruits. You will probably find the cereal aisles of the grocery stores with an overwhelming selection of granola in assorted flavors vying for your attention. But unfortunately, most of the brands are loaded with refined sugars, turning the healthy breakfast into something resembling a dessert. Hence, I switched to making granola at home, where I have control over all the ingredients and their proportions. And, I’ve b...

Skip to Recipe It has been a very different summer this year. Heavy showers and thunderstorms have been lashing Germany in recent weeks, and with this kind of weather, I have been incessantly craving spicy food of late. It is no secret that nothing can satisfy my soul as much as a good bowl of thick, creamy curry, especially in this brisk weather. Oven-baked, soft, and juicy meatballs dunked in a hot piping, creamy coconut milk sauce, this Thai dish is sure to have you coming back again and again. This is a winning, vibrant, healthy dinner for any night of the week that can be made with minimal effort! Not only are these Thai-inspired meatballs delicious, but they are also dairy-free and Paleo compliant. If you are fond of Thai flavours, don't forget to check my Thai Basil Chicken and Thai Fish Cakes These meatballs are packed full of ginger, garlic, and red curry paste, and that...

Skip to Recipe Chicken is a favorite in my household for obvious reasons: it is easy, quick, and so versatile. Whenever I run out of ideas of what to make for dinner, chicken is the answer. This week I decided to combine my eternal love of tacos with my love of chicken. You can now make every Tuesday, or any day of the week a fiesta with these Ground Chicken Tacos. They are guaranteed to get everyone in the family, including the little ones, excited for dinner. Corn tortillas that are filled with deliciously seasoned juicy chicken and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, red onions, and chopped cilantro - every bite is a burst of vibrant and robust flavors and textures. And will transport you directly to the streets of Mexico. The ground chicken gets cooked in a homemade taco seasoning, which is a simple combination of chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. You can also use thi...

Skip to Recipe I have just come back from a short vacation from Heidelberg, one of Germany's most charming and picturesque cities. And let me tell you, leaving the clear blue skies, the sunny weather, the romantic old cobbled streets, the mesmerizing nature, and coming home to the daily grind of life is quite a challenge. One-pot meals come to my rescue whenever an endless list of daunting tasks awaits me, and the last thing I want to do is spend a lot of time in the kitchen. This One Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta redefines the meaning of easy cooking. All you need to do is throw everything in, and you’ll have a delicious and fancy meal in less than an hour without leaving behind an overflowing sink of utensils. Tender chicken pieces and pasta simmered in a rich, creamy tomato sauce-this dish is comforting, satisfying, and so delicious that you will want to lick the sauce off your plate. The pasta gets cooked in t...

Skip to Recipe It is the season of ice cream! The long queues waiting impatiently outside the ice cream parlors bear the testimony of our love for it. Almost anyone who has experienced the pangs of cravings looking at them can attest that the icy, creamy, and sugary treat is simply irresistible! Even though sometimes I try to the best of my ability to control my urge, the sweet and sinful dessert calling out my name makes it difficult for me, and eventually, I surrender to the temptation. I had never mustered the courage to make ice cream until recently when I discovered that it can be made easily at home with just a few simple ingredients and without an ice cream maker. Initially, I was dubious about the whole idea, but I was so wrong! This No Churn Eggless Chocolate Ice cream is the easiest, creamiest, and the perfect way to cool yourself down on hot summer days. You will fall in love with this! It is rich, decadent, and a...

Skip to Recipe I am head-over-heels in love with food. The chemistry of turning raw ingredients into something beautiful and delicious gives me a sense of gratification. But nothing is greater than the joy of sharing food with my friends and loved ones. For me, it is an expression of love and affection. And, I am lucky to have found people around me who appreciate me and my cooking. The smiles that I see on their faces fill me with a beaming sense of pride and make my day. The Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings are always loved and are a great hit among my guests. Crispy chicken wings tossed in a refreshing and zesty lemon garlic butter sauce that will have everyone swooning over. And the best part is that they are baked in the oven and not deep-fried, which means that you don't have to count the calories. Baking them takes a longer time, but once you put them in the oven, all you have to do is flip them over once halfway through cooking. Whether it is for game day...

Skip to Recipe The football fever is soaring high with everyone waiting and cheering with bated breath for their favorite team. I, too, have to deal with my football-obsessed husband this time of the year. Every evening, my husband parks himself in front of the TV, giving his full attention to the game. And at times, he is even unreceptive about getting off the couch for dinner. I must admit that I have never been a sports person.Even my repeated attempts to appreciate the game could not uproot my deeply entrenched belief that the game is just too aggressive for my liking. Sometimes I think that only a magic wand can make me fall in love with it. While my husband enjoys his coveted time, I take that time to indulge in my favorite pastime of cooking. What is more enjoyable for a football fan than devouring a juicy burger on the couch while watching the best team battle it out? A juicy chicken burger topped with grilled pineapple, ...