Author: Lily

Are there emotional benefits you derive from cooking? Most people feel that cooking is just a necessary physical activity that must be done at home to ensure that the family always has food to eat. But is cooking all about that? When asked about the emotional benefits of cooking, one participant in a study states that cooking eliminates harmful psychological effects caused by constantly being fixed on television and mobile phones. This is just one of the many emotional benefits you can derive from cooking. In this article, we will look at the emotional benefits of cooking and how you…

This spin on Indian chilli cheese toast is absolutely decadent and delicious. It’s sort of like an Indian-inspired jalapeño popper cheese toast! Each toast has 10-15gm Protein, and ready in 15 minutes! This is another recipe in my series of amazing, hearty summer sandwiches inspired by popular Indian sandwiches. I’m reimagining those sandwiches or components from those sandwiches. The goal is to create sandwiches with lots of texture and flavor while also making them hearty, high in protein and fiber, easy to make, and perfect for an easy summer lunch. These toasts boast 10 to 16 rams of protein and…

This easy keto ice cream sandwich recipe is a low carb, gluten free, sugar free ice cream recipe with no bake keto cookie dough that tastes amazing! It’s a guilt-free dessert using high-quality ingredients and is super satisfying! Keto Ice Cream Sandwiches There is nothing better on a hot summer day than biting into a thick, creamy ice cream sandwich. Traditional ice cream sandwiches are loaded with added sugars, refined flour, and enough sugar to send blood sugar soaring. Thankfully, making a homemade keto ice cream sandwich is much easier than you might think. This easy no bake keto ice…

Air Fryer Gluten-Free Eggplant Parmesan is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and topped with marinara and melty mozzarella—without deep-frying. Eggplant slices are coated in gluten-free panko, air-fried until golden, then finished with sauce and cheese for an easy vegetarian dinner. Serve this gluten-free eggplant parmesan over gluten-free pasta, with a simple salad, or on its own as a cozy meatless main dish. It is also easy to make dairy-free or vegan with a few simple swaps. Quick Answer To make gluten-free eggplant parmesan in the air fryer, slice the eggplant into ¼-inch rounds, dip the slices in…

This is the ultimate 24 hour quick pickled cucumbers. Crisp, tangy, and perfectly crunchy just like my mama’s pickled cucumbers. Jump to: Homemade Pickled Cucumbers Pickles have the magic to elevate breakfast, lunch, and dinner to a new level, and this recipe delivers maximum flavor and crunch in record time. Using whole Persian cucumbers and soaking them beforehand, like my mom, helps maintain an incredible crunch. The base brine is perfectly balanced, yet the flavor is highly customizable. Ingredients Cucumber varieties: While Persian cucumbers are traditional in the Middle East and ideal due to their thin skins and small seeds,…

For many years now I’ve preached about the benefits of safe sun exposure. The keyword here is safe! And while it has a lot of benefits, sometimes on occasion, I’ll pull out the homemade sunscreen. Many of you have asked for a lip sunscreen with SPF, so I finally got to work in the kitchen and came up with one.  Why You Should Not (and Should) Use Lip Sunscreen I’m not usually a fan of sunscreen for several reasons. We need the sun to make the hormone vitamin D, have a strong immune system, regulate hormones, and so much more.…

Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: Chef Josh Dalton and his team open their newest restaurant, Amara, on Friday, July 10 in the former Milestone 229 space along the Scioto Mile. The restaurant draws on a variety of Mediterranean inspirations for the food and drink. Dalton also owns Speck Italian Eatery, Veritas, and Rosebud’s, and he’s working on Rosalita’s in downtown Columbus. Louisville-based Jeff’s Donuts opened their first central Ohio location at 5717 N. Hamilton Rd. yesterday. Jeff’s has a half dozen locations around Louisville, plus one in Lexington. They’re open 24/7 with a full assortment of yeast-raised…

This veggie wrap with hummus is fresh, creamy, crunchy, and loaded with colorful veggies. Made with simple ingredients in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or an easy no-cook dinner. This veggie wrap with hummus is one of those meals I make when I want something fresh, satisfying, and quick and easy. It’s perfect for a no-cook meal or an easy lunch. And the secret? Hummus. Lots of hummus. My husband Adam (known as the “Sandwich King” to my Instagram followers 😆) always says a sandwich sauce is key, and there is no easier sandwich sauce…

Everybody wants to have to body of an athlete. Well, why not? They are fit and attractive. They achieve their great body because they are exercising to meet the demands of the sport they engage in. The various sports that they engage in are the fundamental factor in determining their fitness and body. You can’t expect a female swimmer to have the same body as a female weightlifter. While it is not entirely possible to have an athlete’s body, you can use the exercises they engage in to achieve weight loss. The best sports for weight loss are those that burn more calories…

This crispy curry tofu sandwich has amazing, sweet-and-savory garam masala caramelized onions, curry leaf chilli oil glaze and a creamy yogurt sauce with swirls of chili oil. It’s sort of an Indian-inspired hot honey situation, and it’s so delicious! This summer I am bringing you sandwiches inspired by popular Indian sandwiches. This one is a crispy spicy Chikin sandwich made vegan with crispy tofu that is coated in a curry leaf chili oil glaze, topped with garam masala caramelized onions (these are soooooo good) and paired with a herby cooling yogurt sauce. This sandwich packs so much flavor and texture.…