Love veggie-packed soups? Try my Tuscan white bean soup, cream of asparagus soup, high protein soup, and pumpkin curry soup next. Friends, if you find a soup that the whole family enjoys, make it on repeat. In my household, both adults and the little ones can’t get enough of my cauliflower soup recipe. I love how easy it is to make, and the littles love how creamy and comforting flavors....

Looking for a way to use Crown Royal whiskey? Try the Royal Flush drink! This fun cocktail pairs sweet tart cranberry with the vanilla, brown sugar and oaky notes of Crown Royal. Add fruity peach schnapps, and it’s an intriguing way to drink your whiskey! We’ve mixed up this cocktail so it’s interesting and sophisticated, not overly sweet. Here’s how to make it! What’s a Royal Flush drink? The Royal Flush drink is a cocktail made with Crown Royal whiskey, cranberry juice, and peach schnapps....

Tips for a salt air margarita Salt air is a layer of salty foam on the top of the margarita, and it provides just the right amount of saltiness with each tangy margarita sip. It’s a creation by Chef Jose Andres for his restaurant, and of course we were smitten. The best part? Margaritas with salt air. It was so much fun that we had to recreate the salt air margarita for you!...

Is there anything more delicious than vibrant noodles on a busy weeknight? It’s definitely the ultimate way to create a meal using seasonal ingredients. I absolutely love this easy, fool-proof, veggie-packed noodles. This schezwan noodles recipe is meatless, but it’s loaded with plenty of flavor from schezwan sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, beautiful veggies and udon noodles. The right amount of nutrition to keep you satisfied. The recipe is vegan friendly, but you could always stir in some cooked shrimp (prawns), chicken, or even beef....

Shrimp, butter, garlic, lemon, and white wine: what could be better? Yes, it’s the Italian American shrimp scampi, a classic that’s been stealing hearts and minds for decades. There’s no right way to make a scampi: it’s a thing of elusive beauty that’s up to the chef to define. But we think this version is pretty stellar: juicy, garlicky shrimp swimming in a rich, tangy butter sauce. Sop it up with crusty bread, or pour it over pasta: either way, it’s divine....

I decided on this recipe with just one thing in mind – autumn and the cooler winter days ahead. You know, slow cooker recipes and soups are always a win-win during the cooler months. Even the slightest chill in the air reminds me of my slow cooker. So guys, it’s time to get your slow cookers out, and whip up something comforting and delicious. This cozy soup literally gets that slow cooker flavor magic as the chicken is cooked slow and low for hours....

There’s just something about smoked salmon anything for breakfast or brunch that feels luxurious. Here’s a fun idea that takes minutes to whip up but feels elegant: Smoked Salmon Omelette! The flavor is unreal: smoky, buttery salmon against tender eggs, a burst of salty feta and fresh herbaceous chives. It looks stunning but takes just minutes to make. Whip a few up for a lazy brunch with strawberry smoothies or coffee smoothies on the side!...

Embark on a culinary journey through the rich flavors and aromatic spices of India with the creation of sooji halwa, a classic dessert beloved for its sweet simplicity and indulgent texture. Each step in the process—from mixing the sooji with milk to infusing the syrup with fragrant cardamom and saffron—unveils a symphony of flavors and textures, resulting in a delectable treat that delights the senses and warms the heart. Let’s explore the art of making sooji halwa in seven meticulous steps, each one essential in achieving the perfect balance of sweetness and spice....

Love cooking with turkey? Try my baked turkey tenderloin, roasted boneless turkey breast, turkey wings, and turkey drumsticks next. Thanks to my spatchcock turkey recipe, our Thanksgiving and holiday dinners have become an absolute breeze. If you are new to this method, Spatchcocking or butterflying refers to preparing a whole chicken or turkey for cooking by removing the backbone and then flattening it to create a flat surface and butterfly-like shape....

Manjula, I have made this palak countless times, but today I substituted rai for methi and maida for besan, and recipe turned out delicious as always. Thank you! Really nice recipe! I substituted 3 cups almond milk, and one cup almond yogurt for the milk to made as a vegan dish – It is so satisfyingly creamy! Thank you Manjula for the recipes, and your cooking advice! I will make this for my son who is vegan, thank you Excellent recipe Manjula aunty....

Alex and I are normally low maintenance breakfast people (read: peanut butter toast). But every now and then we’re up for a special weekend breakfast. And, we’re always looking for new and delicious ideas for breakfasts–especially vegan breakfast ideas since we like to stretch ourselves to think outside of eggs and bacon. These sweet potato hash browns are so, so simple and so delicious. They’re our new favorite way to cook sweet potatoes because you don’t even have to have good knife skills!...

Hey, nacho lovers! Looking for a plant-based spin on the classic comfort food? Here at A Couple Cooks we’re huge fans of this Tex Mex favorite. There’s our sheet pan nachos (the best ever), or grilled nachos, made on the grill in a cast iron skillet. And our Greek nachos that use pita chips as a base. There’s even tater tot nachos, made with our homemade tater tots! But our new favorite?...

Recipes by vegetable Not looking for mixed vegetables? You can make sauteed vegetables by cooking just one type of vegetable at a time. So why not do a total makeover? These sauteed vegetables are beautifully colored, bursting with flavor and crisp tender in texture: the perfect easy and healthy side dish! Alex and I have made this recipe for our family over and over and it’s always a hit. To sauté you’ll need a good skillet and a fat to use for cooking, typically either olive oil or butter....

Paired with our homemade peanut sauce, they are sure to impress your family and friends. In this guide, we’ll walk you through each step of the process, providing clear instructions, helpful tips, and suggestions for variations. Let’s get started! Step-by-Step Instructions: Preparing the Sauce To start, let’s prepare the flavorful peanut sauce that will elevate your Kathi Rolls to the next level. Begin by removing the seeds from the red chili and soaking them in two tablespoons of hot water for a few minutes....

I’m pretty sure you know this already – I love quick and easy appetizer and snack ideas. And I’m always on the hunt for new ones. Now, who doesn’t love Chinese spring rolls? Obviously, it’s an amazing starter to kick start any party as well as a delicious snack perfect for any time of the day. And that just means I’ve to share this all-time favorite recipe with you. Say hello to the Indianized version of the world favorite spring rolls....

I’ve been seeing homemade pita bread recipes go past my radar for a few months, but hadn’t been paying too much attention until last week. Meanwhile, I’d been trying to hone in on my own whole grain bread recipe. In a fortuitous turn of events, we had the inspiration to use the one for the other. And just like that, a star was born. Although my dough wasn’t quite right for loaf bread, it was perfect for pitas....

I use this dip inside a roti, cut in to half and wrap in foil. My daughter’s lunch is all packed and ready to go! J I will also try, sounds good Hello should i leave the yogurt outside to drain or inside the fridge? thank u Dhamu, in the fridge will work I like this recipe. Can I keep it in freeze for 2/3 days? Nayema, you can not freeze them but you can refrigerate for 1-2 days....

Around the end of summer, we’ve noticed you start to hear complaints about zucchini – that there’s too much of it to go around! If you’ve ever grown zucchini, you know that it’s generally pretty prolific. Due to our limited garden space, we didn’t grow zucchini this year since we knew it would be easy enough to pick up at our farmers market. But, due to all the zucchini abundance, we’ve been pondering new and interesting ways to use it....

Love easy shrimp recipes? Try my sauteed shrimp, shrimp bowls, and honey walnut shrimp next. If you took a look at my blackened shrimp recipe and thought the shrimp was burnt, think again! Blackened shrimp gets its signature color from the seasoning mix of cumin, peppers, and dried thyme. It achieves a smoky and umami flavor that no one can resist! Honestly, my family craves this at least once a week!...

And now…the homemade bread recipes you should know! Here are a few of our favorite bread recipes, with varying skill levels! The easiest is our homemade sandwich loaf and no knead bread, and the most advanced is our sourdough bread. Where necessary, we’ve got videos to help you through the process. Whatever recipe you choose, we guarantee: you’ll want to make this bread again and again. It’s got a little whole wheat flour, oats, and seeds on the top for added nutrients and flavor....