ingredients: 1/2 cup oats, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1 cup milk, 1 tbsp honey, 1 banana
instructions: cook oats in milk for 5 minutes, stir in cinnamon and honey, top with banana slices
i eat oatmeal every morning before school: you can either cook it in milk or water but it tastes a lot creamier with milk
ingredients: 8 oz rice noodles, 4 cups beef broth, 3 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger, 2 star anise, 8 oz beef slices, fresh herbs
instructions: simmer broth with spices for 30 minutes, cook noodles for 5 minutes, add beef for 2 minutes, combine and serve with herbs
this is a little tough to write because i have been craving pho for a while!
ingredients: 2 eggs, 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 clove garlic, 2 tbsp chili oil, 1 tbsp butter, 1 tsp paprika, fresh dill
instructions: poach eggs for 3-4 minutes, mix yogurt with minced garlic, top with eggs and drizzle chili butter, garnish with dill
my dad usually makes this for me, and i always sneak in extra chili oil! he thinks its too salty
ingredients: 2 tbsp miso paste, 4 oz tofu, 1/4 cup seaweed, 2 green onions, 3 cups dashi broth
instructions: heat dashi for 5 minutes, stir in miso paste, add cubed tofu and seaweed, simmer 3 minutes, top with sliced green onion
miso soup is great as an appetizer, tbh i usually use a packet so i had to research this
ingredients: 2 slices bread, 1 avocado, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp chili flakes, 1/4 tsp salt
instructions: toast bread for 3 minutes, mash avocado with lemon and salt, spread on toast and sprinkle chili flakes
avocado toast is very popular online for some reason! just kidding there is a reason. it is very good!
ingredients: 4 eggs, 2 cups diced tomato, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp cumin
instructions: cook onion and garlic for 5 minutes, add spices and tomato, simmer 10 minutes, crack eggs on top, cover and cook 8 minutes until set
i am a tatte hater - why does it have a french aesthetic if its mediterranean food? - but i do love tatte shakshuka
ingredients: 2 cups cooked rice, 2 cups mixed vegetables, 6 oz beef, 1 egg, 2 tbsp gochujang
instructions: cook ingredients separately (vegetables 5 min, beef 7 min), layer over rice, fry egg for 3 minutes, top with egg and gochujang
i love bibimbap but i hate mixing it - i like to eat each ingredient separately
ingredients: 8 oz pasta, 2 cups basil, 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1/4 cup pine nuts, 1/2 cup parmesan
instructions: blend basil, garlic, nuts, oil, cheese into pesto for 1 minute, toss with pasta cooked for 10 minutes
i usually use walnuts instead of pine nuts because they are cheaper and i dont really taste a difference
ingredients: 1 cup lentils, 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, 1 onion, 1 can tomato, 1 tsp cumin, 6 cups water
instructions: sauté veggies for 5 minutes, add spices and lentils, cover with water, simmer 30 minutes until soft
this is slightly different than the daal my mom makes (hers is better but idk the recipe)
ingredients: 2 cups chickpeas, 1 cucumber, 2 tomatoes, 1/4 red onion, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil
instructions: mix all chopped ingredients with lemon juice and olive oil
plain chickpeas do not compare to hummus. but this salad does
ingredients: 2 bananas, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup oats, 1/2 tsp cinnamon
instructions: blend all ingredients for 30 seconds, cook on skillet 3 minutes per side until golden
these pancakes are a great healthy alternative to traditional ones
ingredients: 2 cups spinach, 1 banana, 1 apple, 1 cup almond milk
instructions: blend all ingredients for 1 minute until smooth
very suspicious name! not a suspicious taste...
ingredients: 8 oz noodles, 4 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp butter, 2 green onions
instructions: cook noodles for 8 minutes, sauté minced garlic in butter for 2 minutes, add soy sauce, toss noodles, top with sliced green onion
i love garlic so much that i sometimes add extra cloves
ingredients: 14 oz tofu, 2 cups broccoli, 1 bell pepper, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp sesame oil
instructions: sauté cubed tofu for 5 minutes until golden, add vegetables and sauce, stir fry 7 minutes until tender
i usually press the tofu for 30 minutes before cooking to get rid of excess water
ingredients: 1 lb chicken, 2 cups diced tomato, 1/2 cup cream, 4 tbsp butter, 2 tsp garam masala, 3 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger
instructions: cook chicken in spices for 10 minutes, simmer in omato and cream for 20 minutes, finish with butter
i usually make this with rice and naan on the side
ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, 3 cups mixed roasted vegetables, 1 cup chickpeas, 1/4 cup tahini sauce, 2 cups water
instructions: cook quinoa in water for 15 minutes, roast vegetables at 400°f for 25 minutes, assemble with sauce on top
i like to use whatever vegetables i have in the fridge for this recipe
ingredients: 8 oz pasta, 2 cups sliced mushrooms, 3 cloves garlic, 1 cup cream, 1/2 cup parmesan, 1 tsp thyme
instructions: sauté mushrooms and garlic for 5 minutes, add cream and cheese, simmer 5 minutes, mix with pasta cooked 10 minutes
i love mushrooms so much that i sometimes add extra
ingredients: 3 tbsp green curry paste, 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk, 1 lb chicken or tofu, 2 cups mixed vegetables, 1/4 cup basil
instructions: cook paste in 1 tbsp oil for 2 minutes, add coconut milk and protein, simmer with vegetables for 15 minutes
i usually serve this with jasmine rice
ingredients: 2 cups black beans, 8 corn tortillas, 1 avocado, 1/2 cup salsa, 1 lime
instructions: warm beans for 5 minutes and tortillas for 30 seconds each, fill and top with sliced avocado and salsa
i love adding a squeeze of lime juice on top for extra flavor
ingredients: 2 english muffins, 4 eggs, 4 slices ham, 1 cup hollandaise sauce
instructions: poach eggs for 4 minutes, toast muffins for 3 minutes, assemble with ham and sauce on top
i learned how to make it so i could have an extra egg recipe for this...
ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp paprika
instructions: slice potatoes into sticks, toss in oil and spices, bake at 425°f for 25-30 minutes until crisp
i usually make these as a side for dinner
ingredients: 2 zucchini, 1 egg, 1/4 cup flour, 2 cloves garlic, 2 green onions
instructions: grate zucchini, squeeze out moisture, mix with ingredients, pan fry in 2 tbsp oil for 3 minutes per side
these are a great way to use up extra zucchini (jk who has extra zucchini?) nerd.
ingredients: 4 bell peppers, 1 cup cooked rice, 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 diced onion
instructions: mix filling, stuff into halved peppers, bake at 375°f for 35-40 minutes until soft
i usually top with cheese and bake for an extra 5 minutes
ingredients: 4 slices bread, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, maple syrup
instructions: dip bread in whisked egg mix, fry in butter for 3 minutes per side until golden, serve with syrup
so so sweet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ingredients: 3 tomatoes, 1 cucumber, 1/4 red onion, 4 oz feta, 1/2 cup olives, 3 tbsp olive oil
instructions: chop ingredients, toss with olive oil and 1 tsp oregano
i usually add a little more feta because i love cheese
ingredients: 6 falafel balls, 2 pita breads, 1 tomato, 1 cup lettuce, 1/4 cup tahini sauce
instructions: warm pita for 30 seconds, add fillings, drizzle 2 tbsp sauce and wrap
i usually make my own falafel but i used store-bought for this recipe
ingredients: 8 oz soba noodles, 1 carrot, 1 cucumber, 2 tbsp sesame seeds, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil
instructions: cook noodles for 5 minutes, rinse with cold water, toss with julienned veggies and dressing
i love the texture of soba noodles - they are a little chewy
ingredients: 2 large tortillas, 4 eggs, 1/2 cup shredded cheese, 1/2 cup beans, 1/4 cup salsa
instructions: scramble eggs for 3 minutes, fill tortilla with all ingredients, roll up tightly
i usually add avocado slices for extra creaminess
ingredients: 1 head cauliflower, 8 taco shells, 1 lime, 1 avocado, 1 cup slaw
instructions: roast cauliflower florets at 425°f for 25 minutes, assemble tacos with toppings
i love the crunch of roasted cauliflower in these tacos
ingredients: 3 cups cooked rice, 1 lb diced chicken, 2 eggs, 1 cup frozen peas, 3 tbsp soy sauce
instructions: cook chicken for 7 minutes, scramble egg for 2 minutes, stir-fry everything together for 5 minutes
i usually use day-old rice for the best texture
ingredients: 1 lb carrots, 2 inches ginger, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic, 4 cups broth
instructions: sauté ingredients for 5 minutes, simmer in broth for 20 minutes, blend until smooth
i love the warmth of ginger in this soup
ingredients: 1 cup mango chunks, 1 cup yogurt, 1/2 cup milk, 2 tbsp honey, 1/4 tsp cardamom
instructions: blend all ingredients for 1 minute until smooth
this is a refreshing drink, especially in the summer
ingredients: 8 rice paper sheets, 12 shrimp, 2 cups lettuce, 4 oz vermicelli, fresh herbs
instructions: soak paper in warm water for 10 seconds, fill with ingredients, roll tightly
i usually serve these with a peanut dipping sauce
ingredients: 8 oz pasta, 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup cream, 2 cloves garlic, 6 sage leaves
instructions: make sauce from puree and cream, simmer 5 minutes, toss with pasta cooked 10 minutes
no it tastes a whole lot better than it sounds (even if it sounds good to you, it tastes even better)
ingredients: 1 cup rice, 1 tsp turmeric, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 onion, 2 cups broth
instructions: sauté onion and garlic for 3 minutes, add turmeric and rice, cook in broth for 18 minutes
i love the color of turmeric rice - it makes any meal look fancy
ingredients: 4 tbsp flour, 2 tbsp cocoa, 3 tbsp sugar, 3 tbsp milk, 2 tbsp oil, 1/4 tsp baking powder
instructions: mix all in mug, microwave on high for 90 seconds
this is a great quick dessert when you need a chocolate fix
ingredients: 1 lb spinach, 8 oz feta, 10 phyllo sheets, 2 eggs, 1 diced onion, 1/4 cup melted butter
instructions: mix filling, layer in buttered phyllo, bake at 375°f for 40 minutes until golden
this is a great vegetarian option for parties
ingredients: 2 roasted beets, 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, 1/4 cup tahini, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic
instructions: roast beets at 400°f for 45 minutes, blend all ingredients for 2 minutes until smooth
the color of this hummus makes it perfect for entertaining - friends, family, yourself (nerd).
ingredients: 4 apples, 1 cup oats, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter
instructions: layer sliced apples in baking dish, top with oat mixture, bake at 350°f for 35 minutes until golden
i usually serve this with a scoop of vanilla ice cream
ingredients: 1 bunch kale, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt
instructions: tear kale into pieces, toss in oil and salt, bake at 300°f for 20 minutes until crisp
these are a great healthy snack alternative to regular chips. i hate kale but i like these
ingredients: 1 lb beef, 2 cups sliced mushrooms, 1 onion, 1 cup sour cream, 2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp flour
instructions: cook beef and onion for 8 minutes, add mushrooms for 5 minutes, make sauce, stir in sour cream, simmer 10 minutes, serve with noodles
stroganovs of russia anyone? but this is beef so stop you cannibal.
ingredients: 8 oz rice noodles, 3 tbsp tamarind paste, 8 oz shrimp or tofu, 1/4 cup peanuts, 1 cup bean sprouts, 1 lime
instructions: soak noodles for 30 minutes, stir-fry protein for 5 minutes, add sauce and noodles, cook 3 minutes, top with peanuts and lime
i usually add extra lime juice for more tanginess
ingredients: 1 eggplant, 2 zucchini, 2 bell peppers, 4 tomatoes, 1 onion, 4 cloves garlic, herbs
instructions: slice vegetables, layer or mix, bake at 375°f for 45 minutes or simmer 30 minutes until tender
this is a great way to use up extra vegetables in the fridge
ingredients: 1 lb white fish, 8 taco shells, 2 cups cabbage slaw, 1 lime, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1/2 cup sauce
instructions: cook fish for 4 minutes per side, warm shells for 30 seconds, assemble tacos with slaw and sauce
i usually use a creamy sauce with a little spice for these tacos
ingredients: 2 packs ramen noodles, 6 cups broth, 8 oz pork or tofu, 2 scallions, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp soy sauce
instructions: prepare broth and simmer 15 minutes, cook noodles 3 minutes, add toppings, pour broth, serve hot
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ingredients: 2 lb butternut squash, 1 onion, 3 cloves garlic, 4 cups broth, 1/2 cup cream, 1/4 tsp nutmeg
instructions: roast squash at 400°f for 40 minutes or boil 20 minutes, sauté onion and garlic 5 minutes, blend, add cream and spices
butter-nut? butter-who? butter-me? butter you?
ingredients: 4 beets, 4 oz goat cheese, 1/2 cup walnuts, 4 cups greens, 1/4 cup vinaigrette
instructions: roast beets at 400°f for 50 minutes, slice, combine with cheese, nuts and dressing
i love the sweetness of roasted beets in this salad
ingredients: 1.5 lb lamb, 1 cup yogurt, 1/2 cup ground almonds, 2 tbsp garam masala, 1 onion, 4 cloves garlic, 1 inch ginger
instructions: brown lamb for 8 minutes, cook onion and spices 5 minutes, add yogurt and nuts, simmer 40 minutes
i usually serve this with basmati rice and naan
ingredients: 1.5 cups rice, 8 oz sausage, 8 oz chicken, 8 oz shrimp, 1 bell pepper, 2 tomatoes, 2 tbsp cajun spice, 3 cups broth
instructions: sauté meats and veggies for 10 minutes, add rice and liquid, cook 25 minutes until rice is done
i usually add extra cajun spice for more heat. nerd.
ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles, 1 lb ground meat, 3 cups tomato sauce, 2 cups ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella, 1 cup parmesan
instructions: layer meat sauce and cheeses between noodles in 9x13 pan, bake at 375°f for 45 minutes until bubbly
i usually let it rest for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing
ingredients: 2 cups sushi rice, 4 nori sheets, 8 oz fish or vegetables , 2 tbsp rice vinegar, soy sauce
instructions: cook rice 20 minutes, cool and mix with vinegar, spread on nori, add fillings, roll tightly, slice into 8 pieces
i usually serve with pickled ginger and wasabi on the side
ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 2 cans (15 oz) beans, 2 cups diced tomato, 1 onion, 2 tbsp chili powder, 3 cloves garlic
instructions: sauté beef and onion for 8 minutes, add beans and spices , simmer 30 minutes until thick
i top with shredded cheese and sour cream
ingredients: 2 cups cream, 1/2 cup sugar (plus 4 tbsp for topping), 5 egg yolks, 1 tsp vanilla
instructions: heat cream to 170°f, whisk with yolks and sugar, bake at 325°f in water bath for 40 minutes, chill 4 hours, caramelize 1 tbsp sugar on top with torch
i make this for special occasions because it takes a while
ingredients: 2 cups rice, 1/4 tsp saffron, 1 lb mixed seafood or chicken, 1 cup peas, 1 bell pepper, 4 cups broth
instructions: sauté ingredients for 5 minutes, add broth and rice, cook without stirring 20 minutes, add seafood, cook 5 more minutes
i use a mix of shrimp, mussels and chicken for this dish
ingredients: 2 oz vermicelli, 2 cups milk, 1/4 cup rose syrup, 2 tbsp basil seeds, 2 scoops ice cream
instructions: cook vermicelli for 5 minutes, soak basil seeds 10 minutes, prepare milk mix, layer with syrup and seeds, top with ice cream
this is a popular dessert in india and pakistan - i love the floral flavor of rose syrup
ingredients: 1 lb gyro meat, 4 pita breads, 1 cup tzatziki, 2 tomatoes, 1 onion, 2 cups lettuce
instructions: cook meat for 15 minutes, carve into slices, serve on warmed pita with toppings
i usually add extra tzatziki because i love the tangy flavor
ingredients: 8 oz shrimp or chicken, 2 stalks lemongrass, 2 limes, 2 thai chilies, 1 cup sliced mushrooms, 4 cups broth
instructions: boil broth with aromatics for 10 minutes, add protein and mushrooms, cook 5 minutes, finish with lime juice and chili
tom yum! for real
ingredients: 1.5 cups flour, 1 cup milk, 2 eggs, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 tbsp sugar, 2 tbsp melted butter
instructions: mix batter, cook 1/4 cup portions on griddle for 2-3 minutes per side until golden both sides
this is ur pretty standard recipe website recipe. can't believe it took me so long to get pancake on here!
ingredients: 12 large mushrooms, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 cup grated cheese, 2 tbsp herbs
instructions: remove stems, fill caps with mixture, bake at 375°f for 20 minutes until golden
these are a great appetizer for parties
ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, 8 taco shells, 2 cups shredded lettuce, 2 diced tomatoes, 1 cup shredded cheese
instructions: cook beef for 8 minutes with 1 tbsp taco seasoning, warm shells for 1 minute, assemble with toppings
i usually add a dollop of sour cream on top for extra creaminess
ingredients: 12 lasagna noodles, 2 cups spinach, 2 cups ricotta, 2 cups tomato sauce, 1 cup mozzarella
instructions: cook noodles 10 minutes, roll up with filling, place in baking dish, top with sauce and cheese, bake at 375°f for 30 minutes
these are a great vegetarian alternative to traditional lasagna
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