Making egg salad and need to know how long to boil the eggs? It’s not a simple answer, because the eggs don’t actively boil in the water. As soon as the pot of water comes to a boil, turn off the heat! That’s the key to perfectly cooked hard boiled eggs that make for one mean egg salad. Keep reading for a chart showing the timing for different sizes of eggs!...

Wondering how to cut eggplant but not sure the best way? Cutting eggplant is very simple; you can slice it into rounds or dice it. We use these methods in many eggplant recipes, like pasta all Norma or eggplant Parmesan. Grab your knife and let’s get started with this step by step guide! How to cut eggplant step by step Step 4: Stand the eggplant up and cut thin slices lengthwise....

More coffee drinks Love coffee? Us too! Here are a few espresso drinks to master: A few years ago, we started nerding out on how to make all the coffee drinks we love. After hundreds of experiments, we found this—you can make a coffee-shop style cappuccino in the comfort of your own home! This post is part of our Barista Series where we teach you all the tricks to making homemade coffee drinks....

Craving more Asian-style beef recipes? Try my shaved steak, beef bulgogi, and black pepper Angus steak next. We love stir fries in my house because, well, they’re easy. I can throw in whatever random vegetables and protein I have in my fridge, whip together a sauce, and have dinner on the table in minutes. My Hunan beef recipe is no exception. Similar to Szechuan beef (or Szechuan chicken), I stir fry beef and veggies in a savory, aromatic sauce until the meat melts in your mouth and the veggies have the perfect crunch....

This post was created in partnership with Village Farms. All opinions are our own. This sandwich is so irresistible, with one bite it will become part of your kitchen repertoire. Meet this Italian eggplant sandwich! Inspired by a little sandwich shop from a trip to Italy, this mighty sandwich has all the best Mediterranean flavors. Tender grilled or roasted eggplant, creamy fresh mozzarella, basil pesto, and a unique flavor maker: olive spread....

Craving more keto desserts? Try keto peach cobbler, keto cherry pie, and keto apple pie next. I love the flavor of blueberries, and they’re one of my favorite fruits to turn into low carb desserts (hello, keto blueberry cheesecake), so I figured, why not give my famous blueberry cobbler a low-carb makeover? Why I love this recipe 3 grams of net carbs per slice. But you’d never be able to tell by how decadent it tastes....

Keto Fruit Dip When it comes to keto appetizers, my favorite recipes to make are a spinach artichoke dip, crackers, and this keto fruit dip. Growing up, whenever my mom had guests over, she’d prepare a plethora of dishes. She followed the traditional dining protocols, of having several appetizers, at least two entrees, plenty of side dishes, and a dessert or two. While she is a talented chef in all regards, her appetizers were her standouts....

It’s no secret that keto pumpkin desserts are some of my favorites. We’ve made a keto pumpkin pie and some keto pumpkin bread. With fall in full swing, we also love making low carb pumpkin bars. Now, these bars may look incredibly fancy but I promise you, they are SO easy to make and literally take five minutes to put together. Why this recipe works No oil, grains, or dairy are needed, but you’d never tell....

Got a bulb of kohlrabi and not sure what to do with it? This unique vegetable looks a little like an alien, and if you’re like us: you were stumped on how to use it the first time. Here’s a perfect way to highlight the crunchy, raw texture of this veggie: Kohlrabi Slaw! It’s bright, crunchy and zingy paired with tart apple, sweet carrot and a Mediterranean-style vinegary dressing. It’s our favorite way to use it: bar none....

This labneh dip with pomegrante recipe is sponsored by California Olive Ranch. All opinions are our own. If you’re looking for a simple party appetizer, we’ve got your back. This dip is Alex’s brainchild; thickened Greek yogurt (called labneh or labneh cheese), sprinkled with pomegranate seeds, bright yellow olive oil, and sage. Thickening the yogurt overnight makes it creamier and even more tangy. Contrasted with the sweet burst of the pomegranate seeds and fruity olive oil, it’s a winner in our book....

Hope you all had a very lovely weekend. Well, I’d a very busy one, and guess what I was doing. Yes, whipping up some incredible dishes in my kitchen. I should say, the weekend proved to be a smashing success. And that means, I’ve a few recipes in my draft folder, waiting just for you! To make the lamb korma, start by frying up some chopped onions and spices. It’s just like you’d make a classic curry....

Here’s a quick and simple pasta recipe that’s the perfect shortcut for weeknights: Lemon Ricotta Pasta! Mixing ricotta cheese with olive oil, Parmesan and a little pasta water makes a makeshift white sauce that’s ideal for coating on long noodles (who knew!). This quick weeknight trick has become a staple over here: the zing of the lemon zest makes it absolutely irresistible not to keep slurping down noodles. Ingredients in lemon ricotta pasta Ricotta is a creamy Italian cheese with a mild flavor that’s famous for its use in lasagna: but it’s ideal for long noodles, too....

Craving the refreshing, zingy flavor of lemon? Try this easy lemon smoothie recipe! This frosty, pale yellow puree holds a secret: a super citrusy, sweet tart flavor owed to a load of lemon zest and juice. Whiz it up with frozen fruit and milk in a blender, and it’s one of the tastiest, most satisfying smoothies around! Here are a few tips to this fun lemon drink. Ingredients in this lemon smoothie Lemon is a unique flavor for a smoothie recipe: it’s more common to see berry flavors like a strawberry smoothie or bright green smoothies....

If you love ceviche and Pollo a la Brasa, prepare your palate for the culinary sensation of Peruvian lomo saltado! I first tried it at our local Peruvian restaurant because I was told it’s their version of ‘Steak and Fries’, but it is so much more! Of course, me being me, I had to recreate it at home, and my family now claims it’s one of their favorites. What is Lomo Saltado?...

Whether you cook for your family or friends, food whipped up with love always brings the best eating experience. Sometimes it’s all about the delicious food, while at other times the moments you spent enjoying the food is just wonderful. I believe that the whole experience of cooking and enjoying food becomes unforgettable when you have good company. The truth is delicious food doesn’t require you to spend hours in the kitchen....

Got your hands on some oyster mushrooms? Let’s get cooking! This edible fungus is not nearly as common as the white button mushroom: but it should be! This variety has a mild, savory flavor and a delicate texture that works in all sorts of recipes. Here at A Couple Cooks we’ve been cooking through all the types of mushrooms, so we were excited to see this variety on the shelf in our standard grocery store....

Pasta e ceci is a traditional Italian “pasta and chickpea soup,” and how we’ve gone this long without making it on the regular is beyond me! Alex and I have devoted years to learning Italian classics, honing the perfect margherita pizza and cacio e pepe. So we’re thrilled to unveil this recipe! This stew is full of big Italian flavors: intense vibrant tomato, leafy Tuscan kale, and a creamy broth made with Parmesan rind....

Here’s a tasty recipe that makes any dinnertime special: Pasta Pomodoro! This classic Italian recipe is all about simplicity. The luxurious, slow-cooked tomato sauce is based on a handful of quality ingredients with big flavor. Pour the tangy sauce over long or short noodles, add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, and it tastes like pure gold. It works as a weeknight meal, a dinner party to impress, or a date night in....

Ever crave a skillet of perfectly browned fried potatoes? It’s easy to wing this recipe and make it on the fly. But why not codify the method so it works every time? Introducing the perfect fried potatoes! These thin potato rounds are browned in a skillet until they’re crispy and golden. The seasoning is perfect: just the right amount of smoky, salty, and savory. They work as breakfast potatoes, or an easy side dish for dinner....

Making quiche? Great, we’ve got the pastry covered. Here’s the perfect Quiche Crust recipe to use when baking up a quiche of any flavor! Here’s the thing about quiche though: it’s notorious for coming out with a soggy bottom. (We can just feel the Great British Baking Show judges disapproving stares!) It’s a common problem because quiche is a custard pie: a type of pie with a liquid filling that can soak through the crust if you’re not careful....