Here’s one of the most refreshing cocktails out there: a Southside Fizz! A cousin of the Southside Cocktail, this gin cocktail features bright citrus, herbaceous mint, and fizzy soda water. It’s tart and fizzy, perfect for drinks on the patio, a daytime brunch drink, or a wintertime cocktail when you’re dreaming of summer. Alex and I are big fans of citrus cocktails (the Margarita, Paloma, and Lime Daiquiri are all at the top of our list)....

Love veggie-packed casseroles? Try my zucchini casserole, chili relleno casserole, butternut squash casserole, and cauliflower casserole next. I absolutely love fall and all of the amazing comfort foods that come with it! My spaghetti squash casserole recipe is a go-to comfort meal in our household as soon as the cold weather hits. Spaghetti squash gets a bad wrap for being bland and tasteless, but like most foods, it comes down to how to use it....

I’m 5% Spanish. At least, that’s what Ancestry.com told me. As a wannabee Spaniard, learning a tiny piece of my DNA was Iberian made me literally jump out of my chair in excitement. Of course, this detail doesn’t give me street cred to call Spanish food my own. But after studying abroad there and always feeling drawn to the country and language, I’ve got at least enough of a obsession to call myself a Spanish food enthusiast....

Here’s our favorite snack or side dish with a kick: spicy edamame! Eating soy beans in the pod is one of life’s pleasures, pulling the beans out with your teeth with that satisfying pop. (Right?) To take this healthy veggie to the next level: make it spicy. Yes, adding just a little heat makes this totally irresistible! The spice helps you slow down and enjoy these babies, since a bowl of our classic edamame is usually gone in a flash....

Alex and I love how the booze melds seamlessly into the hot cider, making a smooth sip and a cozy finish. It has just the right balance of spices with alcohol—and it makes your kitchen smell like a fall candle (a nice bonus!). High-quality apple cider, preferably from your farmers market or local orchard. We like unfiltered cider for the best flavor and color. If you’re in a time crunch, you can always buy a pre-spiced apple cider and add rum to that....

Can I use yogurt instead of cream? Cream seems too heavy for me. Hello Manjula! Absolutely love all your recipes that I have tried! Can I bake kofta instead of frying? Priya, yes My girlfriend and I are big fans of yours, Manjula. We have made and love lots of your recipes, but this is the first time that we’ve felt compelled to leave a comment. This was absolutely incredible....

What if I don’t have baking soda. Is there a substitute? Can I use oven for the same receipe ? why not enjoy! Hi manjula it worked good .but my double was not doubled. Why was that??? Too good …thanx for this delecious dish Awesome without yeast also. Want to try with Wheat flour hi aunty do you know wheat based bread instead of maida ?love your reciepes…thank you for teaching and sharing reciepes with us Thanks Manjula, I enjoy your receipes....

French toast is a favorite for a special breakfast or brunch. But want to take it to the next level? This stuffed French toast recipe makes an irresistible start to any morning! The maple cream cheese filling is sweet and tangy, with a lusciously creamy body that’s the perfect contrast to the custard-soaked bread. Whip up a few of these for someone special and they’ll be absolutely smitten (trust us!...

I love getting a little creative in the kitchen and using sweet potatoes for something a little extra. If you’ve tried my sweet potato muffins or sweet potato chocolate cake, you’ll understand how amazing vegetables can be in dessert recipes. Sweet potatoes not only enrich this dessert with a healthy dose of essential nutrients and fiber, they also create a wonderfully sweet and creamy base for these blondies. Why you’ll love this recipe It’s incredibly easy....

Ready for the best savory breakfast or brunch recipe? With the oozing egg yolk, spicy tomato sauce, crunchy vegetables, and queso crumbles, these tacos rancheros are next level delicious. Alex and I love to eat them for dinner! Eating them with our hands, we happily spill the gooey filling all over ourselves. This deliciously over the top taco is based on huevos rancheros. Keep reading for how to make this tacos rancheros recipe, and why we made it!...

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Here’s an impressive cocktail that’s as sophisticated as it is stunning: the Japanese Slipper! This bright green drink makes your eye brows raise on first sip. It’s perfectly balanced between sweet and sour, with notes of melon and citrus. Don’t let the electric green color fool you: it’s not overly sweet or artificial tasting. It’s just darn delicious. Alex and I originally bought Midori, a Japanese melon liqueur, to try out the famous Midori Sour....

If you’re not drinking micheladas: well then, you haven’t lived! The michelada is a spicy beer cocktail made with Mexican beer, tomato juice, lime juice and hot sauce. Consider it a sort of combination between a Bloody Mary and a beer margarita. The best part is the glass rim: a mix of Old Bay, chili powder and celery salt brings a salty, savory flair to the front end of this refreshing drink....

There’s just something about the cozy comfort of ginger-scented fried rice that’s nearly impossible for us to turn down. Here’s a rendition that makes it into a vegan meal: try tofu fried rice! Chewy cubes of tofu nestle into fluffy, veggie-packed rice bursting with savory, garlicky flavor. Top it with a drizzle of hot sauce and serve it warm, and it’s absolutely packed with flavor. Here’s how to make this tasty vegan recipe!...

Got a bottle of Aperol and not sure how to use it? The Aperol Spritz may be the most popular way to mix up this bright Italian liqueur, but there are so many other flavorful drinks. Here at A Couple Cooks, we’re home cocktail experts, with 300+ cocktail recipes under our belt. We’ve looked high and low for all the best ways to use this classic amaro, and here are our top 10....

Madeira, Marsala, and Port Beer Once you’ve got a foundation, it’s much more approachable to start mixing up great homemade cocktails. Ready to get started? Base liquors (gin, vodka, whiskey, tequila, rum, brandy) Liqueurs (amaretto, Kahlua, Campari, Baileys, and more) Wines and fortified wines (vermouth, sherry, marsala) Beer Gin Gin is a distilled liquor that gets its flavor from juniper berries. Popular brand names: Tanqueray Gin, London Dry Gin, Old Tom Gin Top cocktails: Gin Fizz, Gin and Tonic, Tom Collins, and Best Gin Cocktails...

A lazy weekend wouldn’t be the same without an incredible nutritious spread. So, if you’re after tasty ideas to upgrade your savory brunch, a luxurious breakfast burger is the way to go. And of course, picking the right elements is vital to make the complex layers of the best burger. This ultimate breakfast burger comes with layers of burger patties, cheese, crispy bacon, tasty hash brown, fried egg, lettuce, avocado aioli, all sandwiched between toasted brioche buns....

Urad Dal Tadka: A Tempting Tempered Lentil Dish Urad Dal Tadka, also known as Urad Dal Ka Tadka or Black Urad Dal Tadka, is a flavorful and comforting lentil dish that hails from North India. This urad dal tadka recipe features split black gram lentils cooked to perfection and tempered with aromatic spices, creating a dish that’s gluten free, healthy, hearty and satisfying. Whether served with steamed rice, roti, or naan bread, urad dal tadka is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving more of its irresistible flavors....

I enjoy baking cakes when I have friends and family over. But when I am by myself, I like to keep things easy and quick. This is when mug cakes come into play. These 1-minute single-serving cakes are just as good as regular cakes and can be customized to fit any diet. This vanilla mug cake recipe features a classic cake flavor. It’s the perfect dessert when you want something sweet with minimal cooking time!...

Preparing Pulav Rice: Embark on a culinary adventure as you delve into the meticulous process of crafting a delightful pulav rice recipe. Begin by heating oil in a saucepan, creating a canvas for the infusion of rich flavors. Ensure the oil is at the optimal temperature by conducting a cumin seed test; the satisfying crackle indicates readiness. Enrich the aromatic foundation by introducing additional cumin seeds and fragrant bay leaves, setting the stage for an enticing pulav rice experience....