That bottle of Sriracha you already have on hand is perfect for using in a spicy aioli, ideal for covering just about anything with tangy-sweet garlicky heat. Here’s how it’s done! Circa the 1990’s in the US, people have been using the term aioli to refer to any flavored mayonnaise (possibly to sound fancier, who knows!). The difference? Mayo is made with canola oil and no garlic. Many flavored aiolis you’ll find at the store or at restaurants are made using mayonnaise: which is the case with this Sriracha mayo....

Here’s the ideal way to beat the summer heat: meet Spiked Lemonade! This zingy cocktail mixes fresh homemade lemonade with vodka to make a boozy, sweet tart sip. The icing on the cake? Limoncello! This lemon liqueur takes the drink over the top, if you have it on hand. It tastes almost like sipping on Lemonhead candy! It adds such big flavor, you might want to grab a bottle, too....

Loving strawberry desserts? Try my strawberry cheesecake, strawberry brownies, and strawberry ice cream next! When strawberry season arrives, my family begs me to make my infamous berry crisp, and how could I say no? Featuring juicy strawberries tossed in sugar, they’re baked under a warm, sweet, and buttery oat topping. The combination of flavors and textures is incredible, and all that’s missing is a big scoop of vanilla ice cream....

Do you love the delicious combo of meat and vegetables in a curry? In my opinion, whether you’re making a stir fry, a salad, or a one pan bake, fresh veggies are an essential to amp up the nutrition. Moreover, these vibrant goodies definitely make the dish more appealing. Chicken Pumpkin Curry This recipe is a time saver, when you want to make a quick dinner without compromising on nutrition and flavor....

What’s better than cucumber in a drink? Something about the flavor is a little spa like, beautifully cool and vegetal. We love cucumber in our water, cucumber juice, and even cucumber smoothies. But we hadn’t tried cucumber in our cocktails…until now. Try this Cucumber Margarita! It’s got a delightfully crisp, cool flavor and the way it melds with lime and tequila is pretty darn perfect. This spin is a fun flavor that will have you ooo’ing and ahh’ing from first sip....

Why you’ll love this tofu marinade recipe Tofu is, unfortunately, known for being flavorless or even boring. Nonsense! It’s essentially a sponge that soaks in all the flavors you throw at it, including this easy 4-ingredient tofu marinade. Marinating tofu in this simple sauce infuses every bite with tangy, salty, umami, and savory flavors. After it’s soaked in the flavors, the tofu is ready to be cooked, then used in stir fry, noodle dishes, salad wraps, and so much more....

Got a great piece of ahi tuna? Let’s make tuna tartare! Pairing the bold flavors of soy sauce, lime and toasted sesame oil makes magic with this sushi-grade fish. It’s the ideal spread for crackers or toasts. This classic recipe came on the scene in the 1980s as a spin-off on the French beef-based version, but today it has various incarnations. Here’s our favorite way to make it into an easy appetizer recipe that will wow everyone....

Be it sweet or savory, I love pancakes. The ‘basic pancake recipe ‘ on the blog is my go-to recipe for quick and easy sweet pancakes. I know, they’re just the perfect weekend brunch idea. But today, let’s talk about this savory Indian style pancakes that also happens to be nutrient-rich and gluten free. You’ll need to start the preparations a day ahead, but it’s the perfect breakfast that everyone will love....

Cottage cheese is a low-calorie cheese that’s very high in protein: so it’s a great healthy cheese to add to your diet. Here’s a fun way to eat it: as Whipped Cottage Cheese! It makes this ingredient even more versatile, and it’s especially fun if the lumpy texture is undesirable to you. Whip it up and it’s a tasty spread for toast or dip for entertaining! Whipping it gives it a fluffy texture that’s like an entirely different substance....

Not sure what to serve with lasagna to make it a meal? We’re here to help! Here at A Couple Cooks, Alex and I have spent years honing the craft of constructing a meal with the right sides. It’s not easy! You’ve got to complement and contrast the main dish with just the right flavors, colors, and ingredients. Even more important: it’s got to be easy enough to make while making the main event....

Got thyme and not sure how to use it? Thyme is a versatile herb with an earthy flavor. You’ll find it in many major world cuisines, including Mediterranean, French, Middle Eastern, and Italian. Thyme can be used fresh or dried, and works well in soups, roasted vegetables, pasta, sauces, pizzas and more! We love garnishing a recipe with a few sprigs of thyme: it looks lovely and adds a fresh herbaceous flavor....

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. I’ve never been someone who skips breakfast, regardless of what diet I follow. Since starting a lower-calorie diet, some of my meals have changed, but I’ve still been enjoying cereal and other low calorie favorites (like low calorie cookies and low calorie banana bread) on a regular basis. Can you eat cereal on a low calorie diet?...

More Italian recipes Inspired by Italian-style meals? Here are a few more recipe collections you might enjoy: This list contains some traditional Italian side dishes made in the authentic Italian way, and then some Italian American recipes like garlic bread and salad with Italian dressing. So whether you’re going for a traditional vibe or a good old Italian American lasagna dinner—we’ve got something for you! Go for 20 Great Italian Dinner Recipes Try 15 Great Italian Appetizers Browse our 25 Easy Italian Recipes Opt for 10 Italian Soup Recipes...

There are lots of fruit juices that make great cocktails. But there’s nothing like the tropical flavor of pineapple juice to add nuance to mixed drinks! After making 200+ cocktail recipes, we’ve come to appreciate the fruity funkiness that only pineapple juice can add to a drink. There are many exciting ways to use this ingredient in drinks! Sure, you can go straightforward with the classic pairing of tequila and lime for a Pineapple Margarita....

When it comes to sweet treats, there’s nothing like the simple goodness of strawberries. Their bright flavor has inspired classic desserts from pies to crisps to cheesecake: and it’s hard to find someone who will refuse them. So ripe for the season, here’s a list of top strawberry desserts to try! They range from humble berry crisps to classy shortcakes and beautiful pound cakes. Alongside recipes from this website, we’re featuring selections from two baking experts: Jocelyn Delk Adams of Grandbaby Cakes and Imma Adamu from Immaculate Bites....

Looking for the best Instant Pot recipes around? We’ve got you covered! Here at A Couple Cooks we’ve been using our pressure cooker for years. While at first we were dubious on its merits, consider us true converts. It doesn’t cook things instantly, but it’s most often easier to put together (and sometimes quicker too!). To us, best Instant Pot recipes combine great flavors and healthy ingredients to make meals fast and easy....

When I’m watching my weight or hoping to shed a few pounds, I’m always on the hunt for new low calorie recipes to cook. Of course, it’s sometimes a task easier said than done, and we get stuck in a routine of making the same dishes on repeat. Luckily, it doesn’t have to be that way. Whether you’re vegan, keto, or gluten-free, plenty of options make losing weight easy. To make sense of all the recipes we’ve created, I compiled an extensive list of my (and your) favorite low calorie meals....

Looking for egg recipes? You’re in luck. Because eggs work as an easy meal any time of the day. That’s right: you can whip up a scramble or omelette for breakfast, or opt for egg tacos or shakshuka for dinner. Make up a batch of boiled eggs for easy lunches throughout the week, or whip up a 5-minute breakfast sandwich anytime you need a snack. Yes, there’s really no time of the day that an egg doesn’t shine!...

Are you overwhelmed by what healthy food to cook but don’t know where to start? Alex and I were there when we first got married! But over the last 10 plus years, we’ve invested a huge amount of time and energy into a system of eating healthy meals that actually works. Since then, we’ve become authors of the cookbook Pretty Simple Cooking, named one of the best healthy cookbooks of 2018 and best vegetarian cookbooks....

Love Latin American breads? Try my gorditas, sopes, and pupusas next. The only reason I managed to keep myself well fed the 6 months I traveled Venezuela is thanks to all the arepas I ate! These affordable, South American fried corn cakes are deliciously savory and available literally everywhere. I loved them so much, I requested my Venezuelan host family share thier authentic yet simple recipe with me to share with you!...