Looking for an easy and elegant way to dinner? Think scallops! This tender, buttery mollusk has a sweet, mild flavor that pleases just about anyone. They’re perfect for impressing guests at a dinner party, or for a romantic dinner for two. Scallops can be a little tricky to perfect, so you’ve got to have a great recipe. So here are our top scallop recipes! Along with recipes from this website, we’ve included selections from expert recipe writers Lindsay Ostrom of Pinch of Yum, Holly Nilsson of Spend with Pennies, and Jessica Merchant of How Sweet Eats....

If you’ve tried our famous 2 ingredient brownies before, you’ll love using the same ingredients to make a chocolate cake. Now, we love all kinds of chocolate cake, as evidenced by our low carb, vegan, and even flourless versions. However, when the cravings strike and we need something simple, nothing beats this two ingredient version. Recipe highlights As someone with a raging sweet tooth, this 2 ingredient chocolate cake recipe ticks all the boxes....

What’s better than a glass of wine? Wine cocktails! Grab a bottle of wine for some of the best mixed drinks out there. It doesn’t matter if it’s red, white, rosé: or even champagne! There are tasty ways to mix up each varietal into a flavorful, refreshing drink. Here are all the best wine cocktail recipes to try! There’s the New York Sour, a classic whiskey sour topped with a layer of red wine....

Love coffee and looking for a treat? Try one of these decadent, delicious coffee desserts! Coffee is one of our favorite things in the world, so turning it into an after-dinner treat is a no-brainer! Try Italian classics like affogato and tiramisu, or coffee-flavored spins on cakes, cookies, cheesecake and crème brulee. These coffee and desserts recipes include top treats from this website and selections from recipe developers around the web....

Got raspberries on hand? With its luminous pink-red hue, this zingy fruit is one of the tastiest berries around. But the berries are so delicate and tender, you’ll want to use them within a few days. That’s where these raspberry recipes come in! There are so many great ways to use this berry: and not just in desserts! Pick from drinks, cocktails, salad dressing, and more. This list includes top recipes from this website and a few of our favorite recipe developers....

Dreading another boring brown bag? Here at A Couple Cooks we’re always looking for lunchtime inspiration. So escape the midday rut with these top cold lunch ideas! From vibrant bowls to protein-packed wraps, light and satisfying salads to colorful sandwiches, this collection offers something for every taste bud and dietary preference. Even better, they all keep or transport well (see the specific recipe posts for storage and make ahead instructions)....

Summer is all about gathering: potlucks, cookouts, and simple relaxed patio parties. There’s a magic in the air when vibrant heirloom tomatoes and massive bags of corn on the cob appear in the farmers markets. So what to do with all this beautiful summer produce? When tomatoes, corn, blackberries, blueberries, eggplant, cucumbers, peppers and zucchini abound: make these summer side dishes! Each of the recipes below are a tried and true recipe that Alex and I have made time and time again....

Here’s a secret. Here at A Couple Cooks, we can eat mostly plant based on the regular because of this: we’re good at snacking. Yes, staying full can be an issue when you’re eating a vegan or plant based diet! So one key: find a repertoire of healthy and delicious snacks to tide you over! As cookbook authors of a vegetarian and vegan cookbook and cooking experts, here’s our best list of vegan snacks!...

Brownies and cookies are two of my favorite kinds of desserts, so why not combine the two to create the ultimate hybrid dessert? If you’ve never tried a brownie cookie before, the texture is like the crinkly tops of fudge brownies. They are delicate to bite into and melt in your mouth. The center is super fudgy and honestly, I may like these better than actual brownies! The best brownie cookies These flourless brownie cookies are a dream come true for all my lazy brownie lovers....

Love healthier cookies? Try my almond butter cookies, flourless cookies, and keto peanut butter cookies next. If ever I have a jar of cashew butter lying around, there is a 100% chance I’ll be making my famous cashew butter cookies. These cookies are a hit in my house and among my friends who have peanut allergies. They come together quickly, don’t need any chill time, and, most importantly, taste incredible!...

Here’s a baking trick every home cook needs…3 ingredient peanut butter cookies! Sometimes baking takes lots of ingredients, time, and mess…but not here! This genius combination of three ingredients makes for the most peanut butter-y, chewy, sweet and salty flourless cookies you’ll have. Really. It seems unbelievable, but it makes this recipe perfect for whipping up on moments notice and ideal for baking with kids. Alex and I took one bite and the flavor tasted larger than life!...

Love lamb recipes? Try my lamb kabobs, air fryer lamb chops, lamb lollipops and lamb burgers next. Straight from my mom’s kitchen, this lamb ragu is truly one of the best and the ultimate comfort food. The meat melts in your mouth, and you’ll be surprised at how hands-off it is for such an elegant dish! Why I love this recipe It’s loaded with flavor. The Instant Pot ensures that the meat absorbs all of the spices, broth, and vegetables to make a super-tasty ragu....

Love pumpkin desserts? Try my healthy pumpkin pie, pumpkin blondies, and pumpkin cookie dough next. No bake desserts are a big deal in my house, as they should be. I mean, to be able to whip up a decadent dessert without spending hours in the kitchen, how cool is that? Honestly, it almost feels like cheating. Come Fall, it’s all about the seasonal stuff, and my pumpkin fudge takes center stage....

Need midday inspiration? Sometimes lunchtime gets the better of us. But guess what? There are lots of ways to make lunchtime exciting: starting with these best easy lunch ideas! The recipe below are one of two things: easy to put together on the spot, or easy to meal prep in advance. You’ll find our favorite sandwiches, roll ups and wraps, make ahead salads, dips, make ahead soups, lunch bowls, healthy treats and more!...

Craving more keto pumpkin recipes? Try my keto pumpkin bread, keto pumpkin pie, and keto pumpkin bars next. Confession- Pumpkin is NOT a seasonal food in my household, and a big reason for that are my keto pumpkin muffins. I reckon my family enjoy these muffins more than any other baked good because they are easy, use pantry staple ingredients, and are actually good-for-you! Why I love this recipe 6 Ingredients!...

Beer isn’t just for drinking straight up: you can also mix it into drinks of all kinds! Sure, you might first think of wine cocktails when it comes to mixed drinks, like sangria or spritzer. But there are lots of classic beer mixed drinks that are just as tasty and refreshing…if not more! Here are our top beer cocktails to try! There’s classic Mexican cocktails like the Chelada and Michelada, known as a cervesa preparada in Spanish....

Frequently asked questions Poke is a Hawaiian food that’s become increasingly popular here in the mainland US. As two cookbook authors, we’ve put our spin onto this classic and we love this way to make it. Here’s what you need to know about how to make ahi poke at home! Also try our Poke Bowl Recipe or Vegan Poke. You can make poke out of any raw fish, like raw salmon or octopus....

Love cooking lean protein in the air fryer? Try my air fryer chicken breast, air fryer pork tenderloin, air fryer steak, and air fryer cod next. As much as I love to roast a boneless turkey breast, cooking it in the air fryer takes much less time and yields almost identical results. It’s been quite the holiday-time game changer, making the festive season much more stress-free and delicious. Why I love this recipe Extra juicy and tender....

Love peanut butter cookies? Try my keto peanut butter cookies, crispy peanut butter cookies, and coconut flour peanut butter cookies next. It’s no secret I love my almond flour recipes, especially in cookies. Since peanut butter cookies are my family’s favorite, I experimented with using my favorite flour to make them. For being made with no grains or flour, you’d never be able to tell. These cookies have a rich, smooth peanut butter flavor, and the almond flour adds an extra layer of nuttiness....

Whether it’s lunch, dinner or snack, burgers in all sizes are designed to satisfy your taste buds with their flavorful layers. Honestly, a good veggie burger is a haven of flavorful ingredients. And I must say, this delectable fast food favorite made with aloo tikki (spiced mashed potatoes) is a true showstopper. So, let’s talk about homemade burgers that are better than store bought with custom touches that wow....