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Quick and Easy Recipes

Life is too short to spend hours in the kitchen, especially when delicious meals can be prepared quickly and easily. In today's fast-paced world, people need food that is not only tasty but also convenient and quick to make. This collection of quick and easy recipes has been compiled with exactly that in mind - simple yet flavorful dishes that can be whipped up in no time.

Breakfast Favorites​

Quick Scrambled Eggs​

  • 2 eggs
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Optional: chopped herbs, shredded cheese, or diced ham for added flavor

Scramble the eggs with a fork and cook in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add chopped herbs, shredded cheese, or diced ham on top.

Avocado Toast​

  • 2 slices whole grain bread
  • 1 ripe avocado, mashed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: cherry tomatoes, spinach leaves, or red pepper flakes for added flavor

Spread the mashed avocado on toasted bread. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. If desired, add cherry tomatoes, spinach leaves, or red pepper flakes on top.

Overnight Oats​

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Optional: sliced banana, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut for added flavor

Mix all the ingredients together in a jar or container. Refrigerate overnight and enjoy in the morning.

Lunch and Dinner Ideas​

One-Pot Pasta​

  • 8 ounces pasta (such as spaghetti or linguine)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • Optional: ground beef, chicken breast, or shrimp for added protein

Cook the pasta according to package instructions. In a separate pot, heat the marinara sauce with olive oil and diced onion. Combine the cooked pasta and sauce mixture.

Tacos​

  • 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey, chicken, or beans)
  • 8-10 taco shells
  • Optional: shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, lettuce leaves, and sour cream for added flavor

Cook the ground beef with taco seasoning. Warm up the taco shells according to package instructions. Assemble the tacos with desired toppings.

Chicken Stir-Fry​

  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Optional: broccoli florets, sliced bell peppers, and soy sauce for added flavor

Cook the chicken in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add diced vegetables (such as broccoli or bell peppers) if desired. Stir-fry until cooked through.

Snack Time Favorites​

Fresh Fruit Salad​

  • 1 cup mixed fruit (such as strawberries, blueberries, grapes)
  • Optional: whipped cream or yogurt for added flavor

Mix all the fruits together in a bowl. If desired, add a dollop of whipped cream or a spoonful of yogurt on top.

Hummus and Veggies​

  • 1/2 cup hummus
  • Optional: carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and pita chips for added crunch

Serve store-bought or homemade hummus with desired vegetables and snacks.