5 tasty and easy ideas to break away from the usual weekly menu
There are weeks when it is not so much cooking that is difficult, but deciding what to do each day. Thinking about the menu a little in advance helps a lot more than it seems: it makes shopping easier, avoids always repeating the same thing and makes meals come out with more tranquility and less improvisation.
In addition, when the recipes are well distributed, the week is more enjoyable. One day you want something quick, another a more complete meal, another a lighter dish and, if you can, you should also leave room for something a little more special. It's not a question of being organized like clockwork, but of having good ideas at hand to make the day-to-day easier.
These five suggestions are designed to do just that: to help you give variety to your weekly menu, organize your meals a little better and cook in spring with more enthusiasm and fewer doubts.
Folded grilled eggs with mozzarella, honey and a touch of spice
These spicy honey eggs are one of those viral recipes that are a pleasure to try. They have it all at once: a sweet spot, a spicy touch, melted cheese, golden edges and that richness that makes one bite beg for another. The eggs are cooked over melted mozzarella, carefully folded and topped with honey and a touch of chili for a mixture that is as simple as it is eye-catching. You can put them on a good slice of toasted bread, it is a quick breakfast, brunch or dinner that accompanied by a little green is 10. One of those recipes that circulate through networks and, this time, they deserve the fame.
Looking for a change from the classic fried egg ? This sweet-and-savory version is simple yet surprising. The eggs are gently cooked in a base of honey and spiced oil , then the mozzarella melts gently to coat the whole... When tasted,...
Potato cake
This savory pie is a good way to get more out of something as basic as mashed potatoes. Instead of leaving it as a simple side dish, here it becomes a more complete dish, more interesting and also more satiating, one of those that solve a meal. You can play with the filling according to what you have at home, add another cheese, change the spicy touch or take advantage of vegetables left in the fridge. The base is simple and grateful; the rest is up to you.
Spinach and ricotta malfatti
Malfatti means something like "badly made" or "badly formed", which doesn't exactly sound reassuring the first time you try them. And yet, therein lies much of the charm of this traditional Italian dish. Since it's not a particularly technical recipe and doesn't require every piece to turn out perfectly, it fits nicely into a weeknight meal. In addition, here spinach is not relegated to a simple sauté or hidden in a filling: it becomes the base for soft, tasty bites with that homemade touch that always appeals whether it's Monday or Wednesday.
If you've ever wanted to make homemade pasta but the idea of kneading intimidates you, malfatti are the answer you've been waiting for. These little Italian bites, similar to gnocchis , are a real no-fuss treat. Their name literally means "badly...
Brazilian salad salpicão
There are salads that are limited to accompanying, and others, like this Brazilian salad called salpicão, that seem to have been conceived to become the standard bearers of the main course. Here everything plays in favor: the shredded chicken provides protein, the fresh vegetables add lightness and the acid point of the apple introduces an unexpected contrast, between sweet and lively, which makes it addictive. The creaminess envelops everything without being heavy. Then, each bite offers a little surprise: sometimes raisins appear, sometimes a touch of citrus... different nuances are revealed in each bite. The result is a very suggestive mix of textures and flavors, in a vibrant, fresh and lively salad.
Come with us to Brazil and discover a new culinary specialty: Salpicão! A richly flavored salad that's easy to make at home. Fresh vegetables, spicy meat, apples for a touch of sweetness and a creamy sauce to spice things up. And for a crunchy touch,...
Risotto with green asparagus and parmesan cheese
This risotto has something of spring served in spoonfuls. The green asparagus are not here as a garnish: they set the pace of the dish with that vegetal, clean and slightly earthy flavor that calls for calm to appreciate it. The rice, mellow and enveloping, acts as a canvas where the Parmesan leaves its saline and deep imprint, rounding out every nuance without stealing the limelight.
And although risotto has a reputation for being a laborious dish, the reality is much kinder: it can be ready in little more than 20 minutes. Just add the broth little by little and pay attention during that time to get that characteristic texture that makes it a particularly appetizing rice.
A comforting and spring recipe that will delight the taste buds of the whole family. Super easy to make, we offer you a new risotto this time with green asparagus. Very crunchy, they will go perfectly with the creamy parmesan. Try the experience with...
Patricia González
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