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Looking for an easy keto side dish? Nothing beats these pizza-stuffed mushrooms. Sure, you could also make keto sausage balls, keto mozzarella sticks, or keto alapeño poppers, but these stuffed mushrooms are in a league of their own. They’re basically pizza bites, but instead of piling the toppings on mini crusts, they’re stuffed into plump, perfectly cooked mushrooms. With a few smart swaps, you won’t even notice they’re just 4 grams of net carbs per serving....

Love almond milk and want to use it in your coffee? Here’s how to do it! This non-dairy milk isn’t the clear favorite when it comes to coffee drinks, since its texture and flavor are sometimes lacking. But if you’re an almond milk fan: you can make it work! There are a few different ways to make a killer latte using almond milk: both hot or iced! Here’s what to do....

Here’s a cozy, fun quick bread to make any time of the year: try this Apple Bread recipe! It’s got a moist, tender crumb, and is bursting with tangy fruit, warm spices, and a brown sugar cinnamon swirl. It’s a total crowd pleaser! Everyone loves this spiced bread, and it makes the kitchen smell incredible. We couldn’t stop sneaking bites! Ingredients in this apple bread recipe This apple bread was inspired by a trip to the apple orchard for picking, but since apples are readily available you can make it any time of the year!...

I really love sweet apples in desserts. One of my favorites is this caramel apple rose. Oh well, apples are so versatile, there are umpteen ways to cook with them. This apple kheer (apple payasam or Indian style apple pudding) is an all-rounder which means it’s perfect for both winter and summer. While a warm bowl of pudding keeps you cozy in cooler months, chilled pudding makes for a refreshing treat in summer....

Need a drink that’s refreshing, frosty, and all about tropical flavor? We’ve got one with your name on it: the Bahama Mama! This beachy drink is all about carefree vibes, featuring not one but two types of rum with pineapple juice and lime. An unexpected move gives it a rosy color: grenadine syrup! Drink it straight on the rocks, or our favorite way: blended into an icy slush. Our spin on it is perfectly balanced: not too sweet and silkily sippable....

Looking for easy dinner ideas? Here’s one to add to your regular rotation: try this baked Salmon Pasta recipe! This recipe is bursting with flavor, from tender flakes of salmon, zingy lemon and capers, and mix of Mediterranean-style vegetables. Salty feta cheese crumbles are baked right along with the salmon, and when you mix it all together it’s a true symphony of flavor. This one is a huge hit in our household: our 5 year old especially gobbles it down....

Here’s a unique variety of mushrooms you should grab if you ever see them at the grocery or market: beech mushrooms! The small clusters of fungi look right out of a fairy tale. Turns out, they’re also some of the tastiest around! Sauté them up and the flavor is earthy and savory, with a crunchy pop in each bite. Here at A Couple Cooks, we’ve made it our goal to try all the types of mushrooms we can find at our local grocery....

Love impressive beef recipes? Try my cowboy steak, smoked beef tenderloin, and filet mignon next. Confession time: I was intimidated to make this dish for a while. I always thought it was complex and required tons of practice to get right. Well friends, now that I’ve done it, I can confidently say it’s easier than I thought! It’s even grown to become one of my family’s most requested beef dishes....

Whether served warm or at room temperature, Besan ka Halwa is a delightful dessert that’s perfect for celebrating special occasions such as a party recipe or even festive occasions such as diwali, holi, ganesh chaturthi or janmashtami or simply made to satisfy one’s sweet tooth. Variations of Halwa: Although Besan ka Halwa can be considered to be one of the most savoury and fulfilling desserts amongst all halwas, here we have a list of some halwas that can be savoured and enjoyed all along with friends and family....

Looking for a cocktail to please a chocoholic? Try this chocolate martini recipe! This drink is rich and creamy, basically a dessert in a glass. It stars Irish cream and creme de cacao for maximum flavor, like the liquid version of your favorite chocolate bar. Mix this up as an after dinner drink to impress guests, or anytime you need a sweet treat in cocktail form. You’ll be smitten, we promise!...

Did you know you can make homemade grenadine syrup? If you love cocktails like we do, you’ve probably made drinks with this vibrant red syrup. It stars in many grenadine cocktails and mocktails, and it’s very easy to make at home. Why make your own? Store-bought grenadine is usually made with high fructose corn syrup and additives. This version is all natural, skipping all those preservatives and unnatural sugars. And takes just 15 minutes to make!...

Making a recipe that calls for kosher salt and don’t have it on hand? Kosher salt is a coarse, flat grained edible salt without additives. Cooking with kosher salt instead of table salt is transformative. Why? Two reasons: kosher salt has wider, coarser grains vs table salt. The wider grains salt food in a gentler way than table salt. Kosher salt also has no iodine, which can lend a bitter taste to foods salted with table salt....

Want to swap out the milk in baking because you ran out? Or need a non dairy milk to make the recipe vegan? There are lots of options that make a good milk substitute, including both dairy and non dairy options. As with any substitution, the right answer depends on what you’re making. Here’s the best milk alternatives for various different situations and dietary preferences. Best substitute for milk Note that how these options work depend on the type of cuisine and how the milk is used....

Making a recipe that calls for oregano and don’t have it? Or want to substitute dried oregano for fresh? Oregano is a popular Mediterranean herb that’s most famously used in Italian pizza sauce. You’ll find when you add a pinch to a pizza or pasta sauce, your brain instantly recognizes the flavor. Oregano stars in cuisines like Mediterranean, Italian and Mexican recipes, and is used dried or fresh (though Mexican cuisine always uses the dried version)....

Looking for a substitute for coconut oil? Coconut oil is an oil that comes from the flesh of coconuts. It’s used in cooking, especially in vegan baking as a substitute for butter. It’s also used as a topical treatment for some skin conditions, and in some beauty products. Coconut oil is solid at room temperature, making it’s a great replacement for butter because it has similar properties. If you’re looking for a replacement for coconut oil because of an allergy, the flavor, or just because you don’t have it in your pantry: we’re here to help!...

Introduction to Bhel Puri Chaat Recipe Bhel Puri Chaat is a delightful combination of appetizers and snacks, popular as street food, particularly cherished during summer. This vegan dish, rooted in chaat culture, embodies the essence of Indian street food recipes with its refreshing blend of flavors and textures. In this bhel puri chaat recipe, we’ll explore the delightful world of Indian street food with a crunchy, spicy snack that’s bursting with flavor....

As a child, I used to hate bitter melons (bitter gourds). I found it really hard to establish a good friendship with this super bitter vegetable. However, once I was introduced to this extravagant recipe, my fondness towards this vegetable started to develop slowly. The plus is that the bitterness of melon is hidden behind the flavours of shrimp, tamarind, and toasted coconut. However, you could still taste the bitter melon – minus the bitterness....

Looking for a tasty brunch or simple dinner starring broccoli? Try this Broccoli Quiche recipe! We love a great quiche, and turns out that this green veggie is one of our favorite fillings. This one has a deliciously savory egg custard, studded with tender broccoli, garlic and onion and flavored generously with cheddar cheese. It all results in a stunning savory pie that works beautifully for brunch, lunch or a simple dinner paired with a green salad....

Broccoli Cheese Casserole When it comes to keto comfort food, I love whipping up a lasagna, fluffy biscuits, and this broccoli cheese casserole. Growing up, a broccoli cheese casserole was something my mom often made, usually as a side dish to some salmon or chicken. It was a comforting side dish, especially in the cooler months, and one of the first recipes I had to give a keto and healthy makeover to!...

Soft and pillowy with crispy texture on top – these are the qualities that make an ideal naan. Do you agree? Although this classic is not so popular in India, it’s a restaurant favorite outside the country. So, whenever I’ve free time, I hone my kneading skills to make the perfect homemade naan. And here’s the latest addition to my ever-growing list of naan recipes – bullet naan. A fiery version of naan topped with plenty of jalapeños and coriander (cilantro) leaves....