Learn how to make perfect Gulab Jamun at home with an easy, reliable recipe that yields soft, fluffy results every time. These are a family favorite—my husband can’t get enough. gulab jamun recipe | www.foodess.com Why I Love Gulab Jamun Gulab Jamun is one of the best-known Indian desserts: fried dough balls soaked in a … Read more

Bring a taste of the trattoria home with this gourmet Fig Pizza. Layer juicy fresh figs with balsamic-caramelized onions, prosciutto, fontina, and gorgonzola for a rustic, easy-to-prepare pizza that makes a beautiful impression. Fig Pizza I first tried this pizza on a crisp fall night at a downtown trattoria. A seasonal Fig Pizza was on … Read more

Fluffy, cool strawberry cream pie is the quintessential summer dessert. This version is entirely vegan, silky and creamy, and bursting with the flavor of real strawberries. Best of all, it’s a no-bake recipe — perfect for hot days when you don’t want to turn on the oven. This strawberry cream pie and a banana cream … Read more

Are you looking for a quick, festive appetizer for the holidays? These Christmas Cheese Trees take minutes to assemble and look charming on any holiday spread. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they’re the perfect tree-shaped bite for Christmas parties. The holiday season is hectic, so it’s smart to have a couple of no-bake … Read more

This Easy 5 Ingredient Vegan Banana Bread is a simple, tasty option for breakfast or a sweet snack. It truly uses just five common ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. If you enjoy quick breads, you might also like my Blackberry Lemon Bread or Homemade Pancakes From Scratch. For something richer, try the … Read more

I put together this collection because shrimp is one of my favorite ways to make meals that taste fresh while still leaving you comfortably full. These recipes are ideal for busy days since shrimp cooks quickly and adapts to everything from simple weeknight dinners to relaxed weekend meals. If you prefer food that feels light … Read more

Have you ever been ready to pour muffin batter and discovered you’re out of liners? Don’t worry—using a roll of parchment paper, a few common tools, and about 10 minutes, you can make simple tulip-style muffin liners at home. One time I ran into this while making almond poppy seed muffins and ended up improvising … Read more

I’ve made several Asian dishes on this blog, but until now I hadn’t prepared my personal favorite: General Tso’s Chicken. I love it—so much that I decided to recreate the flavors I miss from our favorite takeout spot, Wok ’n Roll, back when we lived in LaPorte, Indiana. After moving east, we truly missed that … Read more

This orange banana smoothie is an excellent choice for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack. Bright, fruity, and naturally sweet, it’s an easy vegan recipe you can enjoy year-round. This frozen fruit smoothie is a deliciously sweet way to start your morning. Oranges are especially nice in winter when they’re in season, adding fresh … Read more

This was a cake I could really sink my teeth into. The brief was simple: a sewing-themed celebration cake that could travel from St Helens to Scotland. That journey influenced the design choices—I avoided fragile, bulky toppers such as a full-sized sewing machine—but it didn’t limit creativity. Working within a sewing motif gave me plenty … Read more