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How To: Make pedas

Pedas are very popular Indian sweets (mithai)and are often served during Diwali. Traditionally, it is made with milk that is cooked and cooked and cooked...till it thickens. It has a smooth and silky texture and it just melts in the mouth. Watch and learn how to make this simplified version that is just as tasty.

How To: Make sevia kesari

Sevia kesari, an Indian vermicelli dessert (aka Sukhi Sevia or Eid ki Sevia) is just as delicious as it is easy to make. It is a wonderful twist and healthy alternative to Suji ka Halwa, which uses a lot more ghee. Sevia is a traditional sweet dish prepared in celebration of Eid.

How To: Make kulfi

Hetal and Anuja show you how to make this super simple Indian dessert - Kulfi. A little like ice cream, Kulfi has it's own unique flavor. Try this make ahead recipe the next time you are having a party -- it's a crowd pleaser!

How To: Make banana dosai

Banana Dosai is an Indian pancake with banana and is another Indian festival food. It can be used as a dessert or an appetizer (we think it sounds perfect for breakfast!) and is actually very healthy.

How To: Make semiya paysam

Semiya paysam is a special occassion dessert made from vermicelli/semiya. Chef Sanjay shows you how to make this Indian dessert. If you've never made Indian sweets before, this is a great basic recipe to start with.

How To: Prepare chicken francaise

In this video series, our expert will show you how to make Chicken Francaise. You will get step-by-step instructions for tenderizing the meat, cutting the chicken and making the batter for the chicken. Learn tips for frying the chicken and creating the sauce from lemon juice, chicken broth, butter and flour.

How To: Make spritz cookies

In this video series, our expert will teach you how to make a delicious spritz cookie recipe. You will learn each easy to follow step for mixing the dry and wet ingredients, adding sugar and butter and coloring the cookie dough. Get tips for using and filling a cookie press, as well as advice on decorating and baking this easy cookie recipe.

How To: Make red velvet cake

Get tips from our expert, Jennifer Cail on mixing in each of the ingredients, baking red velvet cake, and making the frosting for this dessert. Finally, learn how to frost each layer of this red velvet cake with expert tips in this free video recipe.

How To: Bake a gingerbread house

In this video series, our expert will show you how to make and decorate a gingerbread house. This fun Christmas or winter time activity allows the whole family to get involved in making dessert. Learn each easy to follow step for rolling out the gingerbread dough, cutting the shapes for a gingerbread house and gingerbread trees, and baking the gingerbread.

How To: Ingredients for Apple Cider Recipe

Expert Brandon Sarkis demonstrates this classic holiday hot drink recipe in easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions. You'll learn what ingredients and supplies you need to make the cider, how to combine the ingredients, including a lemon zest, and how to strain and serve the perfect mug of hot apple cider.