Got a bottle of peach schnapps on hand? Did you buy a bottle for a Fuzzy Navel and not sure what else to do with it. (Guilty as charged.) Don’t worry: there are plenty of ways to use it in cocktails to bring a juicy peach flavor. Peach schnapps is a type of schnapps made by adding peach flavoring to a clear grain spirit. It was introduced in 1984 by DeKuyper, and quickly became the top selling schnapps in America....

This stunning upside down orange cake recipe is from the cookbook Season by Nik Sharma, and the moment we saw it Alex and I were intrigued. The design of the jewel-toned oranges against the yellow cornmeal was too striking to pass up. We baked the cake, took 1 million photos of it, and then finally, tasted it. It was the most moist, flavorful orange cake we’ve ever had. Season is a cookbook featuring a fusion of Indian and American cuisine from author Nik Sharma’s two cultures....

Let’s talk about a traditional dish from Kerala today – Varutharacha sambar or sambar with fried coconut. It is actually an incredibly tastier version of the original sambar. Now, do you know that sambar is not actually a traditional dish of South India? It originated in the northern parts of India, Maharashtra to be exact. When it reached South India, we added an extra ingredient to this delicious curry. Asafoetida....

Love cooking with veal? Try veal milanese, braised veal shanks, veal cutlets, and veal chops. When my family wants the full Italian-American experience, I’ll whip up this easy veal parmesan recipe. Seriously, this is BETTER than any restaurant…and it’s easier too. Why I love this recipe Taste and texture heaven. The crispy bread crumb coating, tender and juicy veal, and layers of tomato sauce and cheese make your taste buds sing!...

Fluffy, dreamy mashed potatoes are pretty darn hard to achieve without the help of cream, butter and cheese. Here at A Couple Cooks, we have hundreds of vegan recipes. So don’t worry: we’ve managed to master the vegan spin on this classic for you! These vegan mashed potatoes are light, fluffy, and satisfying and at the same time 100% plant based. Here’s how to make them! First off: choose Yukon gold potatoes....

This vegan shepherd’s pie is like wearing a fuzzy sweater while drinking mulled cider: cozy comfort food to the max! Imagine: a creamy gravy filled with tender vegetables, lentils and scented with fennel and sage. It’s topped with a fluffy layer of Yukon gold potatoes and fresh rosemary, then layered in a baking dish and baked until golden. “Wow” is all we can say about this one! It’s perfect for impressing guests…or just yourself....

When it comes to vegetarian dinners, various combinations of beans, tomatoes, peppers, and cheese never seem to get old in our house! We’ve recently upped our game and started trying to cook dried beans. While it requires a little advanced planning, we found the sacrifice is worth the flavor. Why we love this recipe: We love these vegetarian tamale pies as a new way to experience Latin flavors outside of a quesadilla....

I just tried this method, and my yogurt stayed very liquid. What could I have done wrong? I used a store bulgarian style yogurt as a starter. Paige, so far I did not have good luck using store bought yogurt in USA as a starter Someone told me to beat the curd starter well , before adding milk to it. About 1 tsp of curd ( well whisked) + 1 litre of Luke warm ( not hot nor at room temperature) ....

Need more recipes with Greek yogurt? Try my protein pancakes, Greek yogurt banana muffins, yogurt cookies, and Greek yogurt brownies next. I’m a sweets-for-breakfast guy–in case you can’t tell. If I can satiate my sweet tooth AND squeeze some protein into my breakfast, I’m all in. That’s where this yogurt muffin recipe comes in. It’s every bit as light and fluffy as old fashioned muffins, just with a healthy dollop of yogurt for some protein, probiotics, and a tangy twist....

Here’s one of the tastiest smoothies you’ll find: a Strawberry Mango Smoothie! It’s got a creamy and luscious texture and the perfect fruity flavor. Mango is ideal for smoothies because of its bright sweetness. Combine that with berries and banana, and you won’t be able to stop drinking it! This smoothie also features Greek yogurt to pack in protein and probiotics. This one was a favorite at our house: the way the flavors combine is perfect for a healthy afternoon snack....

Following the Mediterranean diet and need some lunchtime inspiration? As married cookbook authors and recipe experts, Alex and I have been specializing in this way of eating for over a decade, focusing on whole grains, olive oil, and lots of fruits and vegetables. Luckily, it’s incredibly delicious—and we’ve never felt better! We are always looking for lunch inspiration, and we hear that from many of our readers. Today, we’ve put together a list of our favorite Mediterranean diet lunch ideas to help you power through the day....

Love copycat takeout dishes? Try my chicken lettuce wraps, black pepper Angus steak, and black pepper chicken next. As someone who loves Panda Express and PF Chang’s, I’ve recreated many of their classics at home. It’s the honey walnut shrimp, though, that is my kryptonite. If you’ve never tried it, it features crispy breaded shrimp tossed with walnuts and drizzled with the most incredible honey sauce. My version is BETTER than takeout, and the numerous 5-star reviews prove it....

There is no cocktail with so many variations…the martini! The martini is one of the most iconic cocktails of all time. People have been drinking it for a century. The thing is: so many different drinks can be called a martini! Here are the two main categories of martinis: Dry martinis: The original! The classic martini is gin and vermouth: searing and spirit forward. There are several types of martinis that vary the basic components in this category....

Love quick and easy beef recipes? Try my air fryer steak, Mulitas, and chopped cheese. If you love garlic butter steak bites or a steak stir fry, then you’ll love this shaved steak stir fry recipe. It’s my favorite foolproof meal, tossing melt-in-your-mouth meat and crisp veggies in an easy yet flavor-packed stir-fry sauce. Best of all, it comes together in one pan without using any fancy ingredients or complicated techniques!...

Got cranberries on hand? You’re in luck. This sweet tart berry is incredibly versatile: and it’s not just for cranberry sauce. Bake up this berry into quick breads and muffins, blend it into smoothies, or even make it into tasty appetizer recipes like salsa and brie bites. This list features both dried, frozen, and fresh cranberry recipes. Below you’ll see favorites from this website and selections from top recipe developers around the web....

Sweet corn on the cob is best summer treat, and the frozen and canned varieties ensure you can eat this veggie year round. Here’s a list of our favorite fresh and tasty corn recipes! There are so many ways to make it taste incredible: grilled, Mexican street corn, salad, soup…and even ice cream! We’ve gathered some top recipes from our website and a few more from our favorite recipe developers around the web....

And now, our top 25 high protein vegetarian meals! Frequently asked questions Over the decade of writing this food blog specializing in vegetarian and vegan meals, we’ve found so many tricks to making filling high protein vegan and vegetarian recipes. Here’s a list of our top high protein vegetarian meals that our family loves! Each one has been tested by a real family (us!) and they are listed with protein amounts....

Looking for vegan Christmas dinner recipes to wow your friends and family? Alex and I started eating a mostly whole food plant based diet years ago. And the hardest part of it was not the weeknight meals: it was the holidays! Most of our friends and family were stumped with how to cook for people who ate tons of vegetables. Fast forward to today, and there’s a lot more understanding around what eating plant based looks like....

If you love banana bread and want a way to have it for breakfast, banana bread cookies are your answer. They are a cross between my breakfast cookies and oatmeal breakfast cookies but with more banana flavor and fewer ingredients! Why you’ll love this banana bread cookies recipe 3 Ingredients. Oats, bananas, and peanut butter! Perfect texture. These cookies are soft, and chewy, and if you use gluten-free old-fashioned oats, and have a texture similar to thick banana bread....

There’s no question that juicy yellow mangoes are summer’s favorite fruits. And the best part? They taste amazing in so many sweet dishes from simple grilled mangoes to lip-smacking ice creams. So, if you’re a mango lover like me, I have an amazingly delicious recipe to share with you today. This mango burfi or fudge is made with three main ingredients – fresh mangoes, milk powder and condensed milk. Here, the bright sweet flavor of the fudge is enhanced with a light touch of ground cardamom and ghee....