Cocina Now

Think eggs are just for breakfast? Think again. They’re the Swiss Army knife of the kitchen—cheap, protein-packed, and borderline magical in their versatility. But here’s the problem: we treat them like a sidekick when they’ve got main character energy.

Scrambled. Fried. Boiled. That’s it, right? Nope. You’ve barely scratched the shell (pun absolutely intended). The average home cook is stuck in an egg rut, mostly because they don’t know what eggs can really do when pushed to their limits.

This post is here to change that. We’re not just cracking eggs—we’re cracking open five recipes that stretch their potential across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Forget the usual. These are meals that taste like effort but don’t actually require much. And yes, they’re beginner-friendly. Unless you're afraid of whisking. In which case, we need to talk.

1. Breakfast: Savory Egg Oatmeal with Parmesan & Greens

Let’s be honest—sweet oatmeal is overrated. It’s basically dessert in disguise. But savory oatmeal? Game changer. Add an egg and it becomes something else entirely: warm, creamy, and ridiculously filling.

What You’ll Need:

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup water or broth (yes, broth is better)
• 1 egg (poached or soft-boiled)
• 1 tbsp grated Parmesan
• A handful of spinach or kale
• Salt, pepper, red chili flakes

Why It Works:

The oats act like risotto. The egg yolk melts in. Parmesan adds umami. And those wilted greens? They make you feel like you’ve got your life together—even if you're still in pajamas at 11:17 a.m.

2. Brunch: Egg-Stuffed Bell Peppers with Feta & Herbs

Quiche is great—if you have time, cream, and a crust that doesn’t fall apart. But what if you could get the same feel without the drama?

What You’ll Need:

• 2 large bell peppers 
• 4 eggs
• Crumbled feta
• Fresh dill or parsley
• Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• Olive oil, salt, black pepper

Why It Works:

Bake the peppers with eggs cracked directly inside. Feta brings saltiness. Tomatoes blister and get sweet. The whole thing is basically a self-contained, crustless breakfast boat. It looks fancy—but it’s just five ingredients and an oven.

3. Lunch: Soy-Sesame Marinated Soft-Boiled Eggs on Rice Bowl

Ever had those jammy, soy-marinated eggs in ramen? They’re addictive. But here’s a secret: you don’t need ramen to eat them. Throw ‘em on a rice bowl with some crunchy toppings, and you’ve got a 15-minute lunch that hits every note.

What You’ll Need:

• 2 soft-boiled eggs (boil for 6.5 minutes, chill in ice water)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce + 1 tsp sesame oil + 1 tsp rice vinegar (for marinade)
• 1 cup steamed rice
• Shredded carrots, cucumber slices, nori strips, sesame seeds

Why It Works:

The eggs absorb flavor and become tasty bombs. Pair them with a warm rice base and raw veggies for crunch. You can meal-prep the eggs days in advance and feel like a culinary genius with minimal effort. Lazy lunch win.

4. Dinner: Shakshuka—but with a Smoky Pakistani Twist

Shakshuka’s been trending forever. But the North African original gets a bold upgrade when you add desi-style spices. Think of it as shakshuka meets karahi—and yes, it slaps.

What You’ll Need:

• 3 eggs
• 1 chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp red chili powder, pinch turmeric
• Fresh coriander and green chili to garnish

Why It Works:

The spices add heat and depth to the tomato base. Crack in the eggs and let them gently cook in the sauce. Serve with roti or crusty bread, and you’ve got a dish that’s somewhere between comfort food and soul therapy.

5. Dinner (Yes, Again): Egg Fried Rice with a Twist of Lime

Egg fried rice sounds basic. But here’s where things get interesting: it’s all about technique, not ingredients. And a splash of lime? Total flavor unlock.

What You’ll Need:

• 2 cups cold cooked rice (day-old works best)
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 1/2 cup mixed vegetables 
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• Lime juice + zest, scallions for garnish

Why It Works:

Cold rice keeps things non-mushy. The eggs cook fast and coat the grains. Lime cuts the oil and brings brightness. You don’t need MSG. You just need high heat and confidence.

Think your morning smoothie is a good mood in a cup? Think again. That overpriced blend of kale and regret might be doing more harm than good. Here’s the real kicker: what we eat within the first hour of waking up sets the tone for our entire day—not just physically, but emotionally too.

But instead of fueling ourselves with joy, we often reach for things that promise health but deliver zero satisfaction. Granola bars that taste like cardboard. Sad bowls of yogurt pretending to be dessert. Or worse—skipping breakfast altogether, then wondering why you’re yelling at emails by 10 a.m.

This article isn’t about six-packs or cholesterol levels. It’s about feeling damn good—mentally, emotionally, and yes, tastefully. We’ll break down five breakfast recipes that don’t just feed you, they love you back. No fake health halos. No sad desk breakfasts. Just real food that makes you smile before the coffee even kicks in.

1. The Happiness Pancake Stack

Let’s get real. That “whole grain” cereal is just a crunchy sugar bomb in disguise. Meanwhile, pancakes—yes, those golden discs of carb heaven—get unfairly demonized. But here’s the plot twist: homemade pancakes with the right tweaks can actually be nourishing and mood-lifting.

• Key Ingredients: Oats, bananas, eggs, and cinnamon. No white flour. No fake syrup.
• How They Work: Bananas are loaded with vitamin B6—critical for serotonin production. Translation: your breakfast is chemically wired to make you happier.

Pro tip: Add in a handful of dark chocolate chips. Why? Because joy should not be compromised. Ever.

Reality check: These pancakes take 10 minutes. You spend longer doom-scrolling. Just sayin’.

2. Scrambled Eggs That Actually Respect You

Scrambled eggs are often an afterthought. Overcooked. Under-seasoned. Stiff like your office chair. But soft-scrambled eggs done right? They’re basically silk on a fork. And here’s where the mood magic kicks in—eggs are a complete protein, packed with choline, which fuels your brain and memory first thing in the morning.

• Key Ingredients: Farm eggs, a splash of milk or cream, butter (yes, real butter), and salt. Nothing else. Don’t get fancy.
• The Trick: Low heat, constant stirring. It’s a dance, not a race.

Let’s be honest: If your eggs are rubbery, you don’t need a new recipe. You need patience. And maybe therapy. (Just kidding)

3. Overnight Oats That Don’t Taste Like Wet Cement

Overnight oats are supposed to be a quick win. But most of the time, they taste like soggy guilt. Why? Because you’re following influencer recipes that care more about aesthetics than taste. Let’s fix that.

Here's how to prepare overnight oats that will make you want to wake up:

• Base: Rolled oats + full-fat milk or a creamy plant-based option.
• Flavor: Peanut butter, sliced apples, cinnamon, and chia seeds.
• Sweetness: Maple syrup or honey—not stevia. You’re not a robot.

Bonus move? Warm it up in the morning. The texture goes from meh to magic. And your brain? It thinks you made an effort. (Spoiler: You didn’t.)

4. Avocado Toast That Won’t Leave You Hangry

Avocado toast is everywhere—but let’s face it, most of it sucks. Limp bread. Sad slices. No flavor balance. If your version leaves you hungry 30 minutes later, you’re doing it wrong.

• Bread: Use a dense sourdough or rye. Not that soft supermarket loaf that folds under pressure.
• Toppings: Mash the avocado with lemon juice, olive oil, chili flakes, and salt. Add a poached egg if you want to feel fancy—or full.
• Why It Works: Healthy fats + fiber + protein = stable blood sugar. Which = less hanger. Which = fewer passive-aggressive texts.

Optional but encouraged: Sprinkle sesame or pumpkin seeds for crunch. Also makes it look like you have your life together.

5. The Mood-Lifting Breakfast Burrito Nobody Makes (But Should)

This isn’t your drive-thru burrito with mystery eggs and sadness. This is the homemade, freezer-friendly, flavor-packed breakfast burrito that hits all the right emotional notes: warm, filling, savory, and customizable.

• Fillings: Scrambled eggs, black beans, sautéed peppers, avocado, shredded cheddar, hot sauce. (Yes, it’s a lot. So is your personality.)
• Wrap: Whole wheat or spinach tortilla. Or regular. Live your life.
• Storage: Make a batch, freeze them, reheat in a skillet or oven. Never the microwave. Just… no.

Why this works: Balanced macros. Big flavors. Zero stress. Plus, you’ll feel like a meal-prep god even if everything else is falling apart.

Think pasta is just carbs and cheese? That steaming bowl of linguine is actually saying something—about your day, your stress levels, maybe even your childhood. From angry arrabbiata to a creamy Alfredo that feels like a hug, every pasta dish has a vibe. And guess what? You’re probably craving it for a reason.

In this guide, we’ll cook our way through 5 pasta dishes designed for 5 very specific moods. No, this isn’t just about taste—it’s about emotional damage, edible therapy, and some hard truths about why you’re always boiling water at 11 p.m.

Spoiler: It’s not the pasta. It’s your unresolved feelings about leftovers.

1. You’re Mad? Good. Make Angry Pasta

Dish: Penne all’Arrabbiata

Let’s not sugarcoat this—you’re pissed. Maybe your boss emailed “just circling back” one too many times. Maybe your neighbor’s car alarm is still going off. Either way, you need a release. And that’s where Penne all’Arrabbiata comes in.

This Roman classic isn’t subtle. It’s spicy, garlicky, and redder than your last therapy session. The heat from the crushed red chili flakes hits your tongue like a slap—and honestly, that’s the point.

• Key Mood Ingredient: Chili flakes (the more emotional damage, the more you sprinkle)
• Surprising Fact: "Arrabbiata" means "angry" in Italian. Coincidence? Nope.

Pro tip: Don’t drown it in cheese. Anger deserves clarity, not comfort.

2. Feeling Lonely? Drown It in Cream

Dish: Fettuccine Alfredo

Okay, let’s be honest—this is the “eating alone while watching Friends reruns” pasta. And that’s okay. We’ve all been there.

Fettuccine Alfredo is the perfect comfort food. Cream, butter, and Parmigiano-Reggiano come together like a comforting blanket on a stormy night. The sauce doesn't just coat the pasta; it envelops it.

But here's the catch: in Italy, "Alfredo" is almost non-existent. In Rome, spaghetti is just served with cheese and butter. No heavy cream. No buckets of sauce.

• Key Mood Ingredient: Butter. Lots of it. Like, your arteries should protest.
• Plot twist: The original version was meant to be bland—to soothe the stomach of a sick wife. You know, healing vibes.

Want it extra indulgent? Add grilled chicken. Or don’t. You’re already overthinking everything else in life.

3. You’re Broke but Bougie

Dish: Cacio e Pepe

Just three ingredients. Pasta, Pecorino Romano, and black pepper. That’s it. Yet somehow, Cacio e Pepe tastes like it came from a Michelin-starred kitchen—if the chef was your Italian grandma with zero chill.

This dish is humble, cheap, and insanely elegant. It’s for the nights when you want to feel expensive but have exactly $3.27 in your bank account. It’s also a masterclass in technique—melt the cheese wrong, and you’ll end up with clumps that look like regrets.

• Key Mood Ingredient: Freshly cracked black pepper. Don’t even think about using that pre-ground dust.
• Why it slaps: The emulsification of starchy pasta water and cheese creates a creamy sauce with zero cream. Culinary sorcery, basically.

Don’t forget: Use bronze-cut pasta. The rougher texture grabs onto the sauce like your last Tinder date clung to red flags.

4. Too Tired to Feel Anything? Go Tomato-Basil

Dish: Spaghetti Pomodoro

You’re not mad. Not sad. Just... flat. Like soda left out overnight. That’s where Spaghetti Pomodoro saves the day.

It's the clean slate of pasta. Low-maintenance, easy, and emotionally inert. Fresh tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil are like a mental palate cleanser. This is the dish you cook when you're too exhausted to care but don't want to stoop to instant noodles (just).

• Key Mood Ingredient: Fresh basil. Even if you don’t taste it, it smells like hope.
• Underrated move: Add pasta water at the end. It puts everything together. Similar like closure—but in sauce form.

Reality check: If you’re making this three nights in a row, it’s time to look deeper. The pasta isn’t the problem. Your burnout is.

5. Feeling Flirty or Reckless? Do Pesto

Dish: Trofie al Pesto Genovese

Pesto is chaotic good. It’s green, bold, oily, and refuses to be tamed. Perfect for days when you feel like texting your ex, booking a flight, or—worse—mixing prints.

The basil-based sauce originated in Genoa, where they use mortar and pestle to crush fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parm. It’s labor-intensive and messy. Which makes sense—flirtation usually is.

• Key Mood Ingredient: Garlic. Because even seduction deserves spice.
• Pro move: Skip store-bought. Make your own and feel like a culinary seductress.

Pesto stains everything it touches—clothes, Tupperware, lives. But that’s kind of the point. It’s bold. It’s risky. And it never says sorry.

We’re not just talking about tossing cocoa powder in milk and calling it a day. Nah, that’s kid stuff. I’m talking bold, rich, soul-warming recipes that turn a cold winter night into a cozy little memory. And guess what? They’re surprisingly easy. No pastry degree required. Just a pot, a spoon, and maybe a good Netflix queue.

In this post, you’ll meet five hot chocolate recipes that break the mold: one that sneaks in peanut butter (don’t knock it till you sip it), one with a spicy twist (hello, cayenne), and even one for your dairy-free friend who pretends oat milk tastes better than it does. There’s something for everyone—and no, not one of these came from a powdered packet.

The Danger Lurking in Your Pantry (Spoiler: It’s Pre-Mixed Cocoa)

Let’s be real—most store-bought cocoa mixes are little sugar bombs with barely any actual chocolate. You know it, I know it. They rely on artificial flavors, unnecessary thickeners, and enough corn syrup solids to host a science fair. Worse? They give hot chocolate a bad name.

If you’ve ever sipped one and thought, “This is fine,” your standards have been mug-napped. Time to raise the bar.

Recipe #1: The French Connection (Parisian Hot Chocolate)

Why It’s Not Just "Fancy Cocoa"

This is the kind of hot chocolate that makes you question whether you’ve been lied to your whole life. Rich, dark, and nearly as thick as pudding, it’s what French cafés serve unapologetically in tiny cups. One sip, and you get it.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 200g bittersweet chocolate
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
• Pinch of sea salt

Method:

Warm the milk and cream to a steaming but not boiling temperature. Remove from the heat source and add in the chocolate to melt it. Add sugar and salt. Continue whisking until thick and glossy. Serve guiltily in small cups.

Recipe #2: The Firestarter (Mexican Spiced Hot Chocolate)

Because Plain Cocoa Is for Cowards

Ever wanted your cocoa to punch back? This one’s for you. Cinnamon, chili, and vanilla swirl together in a mug that wakes you up more than espresso ever could. It’s bold, spicy, and unapologetically hot—literally.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk (whole or oat)
• ⅓ cup dark cocoa powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you’re wild)
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method:

In a saucepan over medium heat, combine all of the ingredients. Don't step away; this stuff burns quickly. Pour into your favorite mug once it has heated up and thickened slightly. If you're feeling soft, top with whipped cream.

Recipe #3: Nut Job (Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate)

Yes, You Read That Right

Peanut butter and chocolate are the Beyoncé and Jay-Z of the food world. Undeniable chemistry. This combo turns your average cup into a nutty, salty, velvety wonder that tastes like dessert and comfort all at once.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Method:

Warm the milk to a warm temperature. Whisk the peanut butter, sugar, salt, and cocoa together until it is all mixed. Add vanilla last. It can be served thin or thick. Either way, it will have the flavor of a Reese's went to high school.

Recipe #4: The Vegan Lie Detector (Oat Milk Mocha Hot Chocolate)

Plant-Based Doesn’t Mean Flavor-Free

Here’s where most vegan hot chocolates go wrong: they taste like brown water. This one doesn't. With strong brewed coffee (or espresso), dark chocolate, and creamy oat milk, it’s so good it might make you switch teams.

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups oat milk
• ½ cup strong coffee
• ¼ cup chopped dark vegan chocolate
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or more if sweet-toothed)
• Pinch of cinnamon

Method:

Warm up the oat milk slowly and add the chocolate, coffee, and maple syrup. Stir well until it is glossy. Add cinnamon on top. Watch out—it might make non-vegans feel happier.

Recipe #5: The Lazy Genius (One-Minute Microwave Hot Chocolate)

Because We All Have Netflix Paused

No judgment—sometimes you just want something warm and sweet without dirtying a single pot. This microwave hack uses real ingredients and zero shortcuts. Except, you know, the microwave.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup milk (any kind)
• 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
• Dash of vanilla

Method:

In a microwave-safe cup, mix sugar, cocoa, and two tablespoons of milk together to form a paste. Add chocolate chips and the other milk. 60 to 90 seconds in the microwave. Stir like it's your dying breath. Drink after adding vanilla. No soap, no traumas.

In this no-fluff guide, we're skipping the usual "carrot sticks and hummus" nonsense. Instead, you’ll find 13 creative, kid-approved snack ideas that are cheap, cheerful, and sneakily nutritious. We’re talking real food, minimal mess, and no more “Mom, we’re out of snacks again!” every 4 hours.

The Snack Trap You Didn’t Know You Were In

Why Most Store-Bought Snacks Aren’t Really “For Kids”

Flip over any bright, cartoon-covered snack package and you’ll spot it—25+ grams of sugar, unpronounceable preservatives, and a serving size meant for a chipmunk. These so-called “kids’ snacks” are marketing traps that rely on one thing: your exhaustion. They taste good, but the crash is real. Sugar highs lead to tantrums. Then come the dentist bills. Fun times, right?

Plot twist: homemade snacks don’t have to be fancy or time-consuming. With a few base ingredients (think oats, bananas, eggs), you can whip up a week’s worth of goodies during one Netflix episode.

13 Healthy Holiday Snacks That Don’t Suck

1. Banana Oat Cookies (3 Ingredients, 0 Guilt)

Add a handful of raisins or dark chocolate chips, one cup of rolled oats, and two mashed ripe bananas. Bake for 15 minutes at 180°C. Boom. Your kids can eat these soft cookies for breakfast or after going sledding. Also, they freeze well.

2 Chickpea Crunchies

After draining, pat dry the canned chickpeas. Add the olive oil, cumin, and garlic powder. Roast at 200°C for 30 to 40 minutes, or until crispy. They are quite addictive and high in protein.

3. Carrot Cake Bites

Grate 1 cup carrots, add 1/2 cup oats, 1/4 cup shredded coconut, and a bit of cinnamon. Roll into balls, chill. Tastes like dessert, acts like a multivitamin. Kids won't know they're eating vegetables. Suckers.

4. DIY Fruit Roll-Ups (Without the Dye Disaster)

Blend 2 cups strawberries and 1 tbsp honey. Spread thin on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 90°C for 3–4 hours (yes, hours—do it while you clean or nap). Peel and cut into strips. Way cooler than plastic-wrapped sugar belts.

5. Greek Yogurt “Ice Cream” Cups

Mix plain Greek yogurt with mashed banana or berries. Pour into cupcake liners and freeze. Kids think it’s dessert. Joke’s on them—it’s probiotics.

6. Popcorn Trail Mix

Air-pop popcorn, toss in dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and wholegrain cereal. Portion into snack bags for grab-n-go fuel. Add a pinch of cinnamon for fun. Skip the M&Ms unless you’re bribing.

7. Egg Muffin Cups

Whisk eggs with chopped spinach, bell peppers, and cheese. Pour into muffin tins and bake at 175°C for 15 mins. They’re portable, freezable, and sneakily healthy. Call them "Power Puffs" to win cool points.

8. Apple Nachos

Slice apples thin, drizzle with peanut butter, sprinkle granola and dark choc chips. It looks wild but takes 3 minutes. The trick? Serve it on a cool plate and call it “nachos.” Presentation sells.

9. DIY Veggie Chips

Thinly slice sweet potato, beetroot, or zucchini. Toss with olive oil and bake until crispy. Warning: may be eaten before you finish plating. That’s a win, honestly.

10. Mini Quesadilla Wedges

Fill a whole-wheat tortilla with cheese and mashed beans, fold, grill, and cut into triangles. Serve with salsa. Store in fridge for up to 3 days—if they last that long.

11. Avocado Banana Smoothie Pops

Blend avocado, banana, milk (or plant-based), and honey. Pour into molds. Freeze. Creamy, sneaky, and rich in potassium. Smoothies that don’t spill? Genius.

12. Zucchini Muffins (aka Dessert Disguises)

Use whole-wheat flour, grated zucchini, banana, cinnamon, and a dash of maple syrup. Bake until golden. Your kids will ask, “What’s in this?” Lie if you must.

13. Rice Cake Pizzas

Add sliced cucumbers and hummus or cream cheese and chopped strawberries on top of simple rice cakes. Use emoji faces to decorate. This is snack time masquerading as painting class.

The Real Reason Homemade Beats Packaged

Kids Don’t Need Fancy—They Need Familiar

Here’s the thing: kids aren’t looking for gourmet. They want snacks that taste good, look fun, and don’t feel like punishment. Most parents fail by going full quinoa-nirvana on day one. That’s not the move.

Instead, use what your kids already love—bananas, cheese, oats—and remix them. Familiar textures, fun shapes, and sometimes just giving it a cool name (looking at you, “Superhero Bites”) makes all the difference.

But What About Time?

Look—we all get lazy, especially during the holidays. That’s why most of these snacks either freeze well or can be batch-made. Want a cheat? Assign kids snack prep duty once a week. Call it “Snack Lab” and wear aprons. Suddenly it’s not a chore—it’s an experiment.

Wait, It Gets Worse: The Cost of Lazy Snacking

Let’s say you spend just ₨500 per week on store-bought snacks per child. Over a 6-week holiday? That’s ₨3,000 gone on glorified sugar. Homemade? You could make triple the volume, often with leftovers you’d toss anyway.

Oh, and those wrappers? They don’t disappear. You’re also adding plastic waste with every grab-and-go pouch. Homemade wins on taste, money, and moral superiority. (Not that you’re keeping score... but you are.)

There's nothing like having friends over for dinner, right? If you're tired of always serving the same thing, we've put together some different recipes for your dinner with friends.

Our selection includes some unique dinner dishes that will make your mouth water just thinking about them. let's go!

1. Guacamole

If you're a fan of the famous tortilla chips and enjoy mixing sweet and savory, guacamole is one of the unique dinner options you'll love. You can even opt for tortilla chips—like Doritos—in different flavors to vary the dip.

See how quick and easy it is to prepare this Mexican dish that will transform your evening with friends into a feast of flavors:

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 avocado
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 1 onion
• Coriander to taste
• 1 lemon to make the juice
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation method

1. Peel the avocado and cut it in half. Discard the pit and cut the fruit into cubes. Set aside in a bowl.
2. Chop Tomatoes.
3. Then chop the coriander leaves and onion.
4. Mix the tomato, onion and cilantro.
5. Add the two tablespoons of olive oil.
6. Stir everything and add salt and black pepper to taste.

2. Tacos

Another Mexican dish that will surprise your friends: these tacos are super crunchy, and the original recipe includes ground beef. But this is a super versatile dish, and you can opt for a vegetarian filling too, how about that?

Preparation time: 45 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups pre-cooked cornmeal
• 2 cups of ice water (480 ml)
• 1 tablespoon butter (optional)
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 250g ground beef
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 chopped green pepper
• 1 medium red onion, chopped
• 3 crushed garlic cloves
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation method

1. Place the water and butter in a bowl and mix everything with your hands.
2. Gradually add the flour and salt and knead, still with your hands, until combined, for a few minutes.
3. Then, shape it into a ball and refrigerate for ten minutes.
4. When removing from the fridge, knead a little more and make smaller balls.
5. Place them on a cutting board with plastic wrap so they don't stick together, and crush the ball.
6. Remove the plastic wrap from the top and use a round container to cut the dough into round shapes.
7. Grill the dough balls in an ungreased nonstick skillet. When the dough is golden brown on each side, remove from the skillet.
8. Use a blender or food processor to make the filling creamier or add a sauce of your choice.

Tip: How about using the guacamole you learned here as a side dish? It's delicious!

3. Yakisoba

This Japanese favorite is a crowd-pleaser, as it's nothing more than a mix of noodles, soy sauce, and vegetables. You can even add seafood, beef, pork, or chicken to complement the dish.

You can find a variety of recipes out there, including various types of vegetables, so feel free to add your favorites. Traditional yakisoba is eaten with chopsticks, but you can use a fork if you feel more comfortable.

Preparation time: 35 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 500g of yakisoba noodles
• 1 jar of soy sauce
• 300g of chicken, shrimp or rump
• 200g of broccoli
• 120g of diced carrots
• 100g diced chayote
• 120g of zucchini, chopped into cubes
• 60g of sliced leeks
• 1 red onion
• Olive oil or butter for sautéing
• Oregano, salt and pepper to taste

Preparation method

1. Cook the pasta while the vegetables are sautéed in olive oil or butter. Some vegetables take longer to soften than others, so it's best to sauté one ingredient at a time.
2. Start with the carrots: sprinkle a little oregano on top, followed by the zucchini and chayote, also with a little oregano, and broccoli.
3. Sauté until the vegetables are tender. Test with a fork.
4. Sauté the onion in butter or olive oil and add the leek when the onion is golden.
5. Once the vegetables are ready (remember you can add other vegetables to this recipe), it's time to grill the meat, chicken, or shrimp.
6. Season the meat of your choice with salt and pepper and cut it into lengthwise strips (except for the shrimp).
7. Drain the pasta and combine all the prepared ingredients in a bowl.
8. Serve hot.

04. Gyros

How about surprising your friends with this delicious Greek fast food? Gyros consists of pita bread and various fillings, the most common being beef, pork, or chicken with tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. See how easy it is to make this traditional pork recipe!

Preparation time: 40 minutes

Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 clove of sliced garlic
• ½ onion, sliced into strips
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon of oregano
• Thyme and rosemary to taste
• ½ tablespoon of honey
• 1 cucumber
• 2 cloves of garlic
• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 200g of natural yogurt
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• Ground salt and pepper to taste
• 4 pita breads
• 1 sliced onion
• 1 sliced tomato
• French fries (optional)
• Lettuce

Preparation method

1. Place the meat strips, garlic, onion, olive oil, vinegar and herbs in a bowl and mix using your hands or two tongs.
2. Add honey and cover the bowl. Refrigerate overnight, or at least two hours, to marinate.
3. Heat a nonstick pan and add the marinade and meat to the pan and grill for one minute without stirring.
4. Then, turn the meat until it is golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.
5. In a food processor, pulse the garlic and olive oil until the garlic is finely chopped to create the sauce.
6. Set aside the cucumber after grating it and adding salt.
7. Put the cucumber, yogurt, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a food processor.
8. Mix and refrigerate.

As reported on the Medical News Today page , high blood pressure or hypertension can increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease.

Mothers with this condition are advised to increase their intake of green leafy vegetables, nuts, and fruit.

Meanwhile, managing blood sugar (blood glucose) is also important for people with diabetes. Some of the best foods for people with diabetes are high-protein and low-sugar options.

05 Food Recipes for Hypertension and Diabetes Sufferers

To help you get healthy and safe food, here are some recipes you can follow:

1. Chicken and vegetable soup recipe

Here's how to make vegetable chicken soup that you can try at home:

Material:

• 1200 ml chicken stock (without salt)
• 200 grams of skinless chicken, diced
• 50 grams of carrots, diced
• 50 grams of potatoes, diced
• 40 grams of diced tomatoes
• 40 grams of green beans, diced
• 3 tbsp sliced spring onions
• 1 tbsp chopped celery leaves
• 1/2 tbsp cooking oil

Spice:

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 cloves of shallots, finely sliced
• 3 tbsp chopped onion
• 1 tbsp fried shallots
• 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground pepper

How to make:

1. Pour in the stock and bring to a boil. Add the chicken pieces, carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, green beans, and spring onions.
2. Just before serving, add the chopped celery and fried shallots. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Serve warm.

2. Red bean soup recipe

Material:

• 1400 ml plain chicken stock
• 60 grams of fresh red beans
• 60 grams of beef meatballs, cut into four parts
• 100 grams of cauliflower, cut into pieces
• 60 grams of carrots, diced
• 1 spring onion, cut obliquely

Spice:

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 3 cloves of shallots, finely sliced
• 1/2 tsp ground pepper
• 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp fried shallots

How to make:

1. Bring the chicken stock to a boil. Add all the spices and stir until evenly distributed. Add the red beans, meatballs, carrots, and cauliflower.
2. Cook until all ingredients are cooked. Just before lifting, add the sliced spring onions, cook briefly, and remove from heat.

3. Sesame green salad recipe

Material:

• 100 grams of Japanese soybeans, boiled and removed from the skin
• 4 large stalks of celery, sliced diagonally
• Romaine lettuce to taste
• 1 tbsp white sesame seeds, toasted

Sauce ingredients:

• 10 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tsp granulated sugar

How to make:

1. Sauce: Pour all ingredients into a bowl and stir until well combined. Adjust the sauce flavor to taste.
2. Prepare a serving dish, arrange the lettuce leaves, celery stalks, and peanuts. Then, pour over the sauce, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and toast.

4. Cumin seasoned tomato salad recipe

Material:

• 4 pieces of cabbage, finely sliced
• 4 tomatoes, finely sliced
• 200 grams of young coconut flesh, finely sliced

Sauce ingredients:

• 200 ml of squeezed orange juice
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tsp coconut oil or olive oil
• 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/4 tsp cloves

How to make:

1. Sauce: Put all the ingredients together and mix them together.
2. Mix all ingredients with the sauce, stir until evenly mixed, store in the refrigerator until served.

5. Oaty Heci Recipe

Material:

• 100 grams of whole grain (ready to use)
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper to taste
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 chicken eggs
• 2 tablespoons low-fat milk, dissolved in 300 ml warm water
• 2 stalks of celery, finely sliced
• 2 stalks of spring onions, finely sliced
• 200 grams of shrimp, peeled and finely chopped
• 200 grams of cooking oil

How to make:

1. Combine the whole grains, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic. Pour in the eggs and stir until evenly combined.
2. Pour in the milk little by little until the mixture is smooth.
3. Add the bean sprouts, celery, spring onions, and shrimp in succession. Stir until evenly distributed.
4. Heat the oil, dip a ladle into the hot oil, scoop out a ladleful of batter, and dip it back into the hot oil.
5. Remove the heci from the ladle, continue frying until the heci is perfectly cooked.
6. Remove and drain. Then, serve.

A wonderful way to wrap up the day is with a family dinner. It could be a time for you and your spouse to spend quality time together or with the rest of the family.

Additionally, you can also invite your little one to help prepare dinner. This way, you can introduce your little one to a variety of ingredients. This can also be a way to get your little one more excited about eating, Mom.

A delicious, simple, and practical dinner recipe could be your choice for dinner with your family.

So, moms, are you looking for dinner ideas? You can find inspiration here! Here are 9 inexpensive and simple dinner menus, complete with recipes. Let's take a look!

1. Capcay soup recipe to be made into a simple dinner menu

This is a recipe for capcay sauce.

Material:

• 1 carrot, thinly sliced diagonally
• 15 peas
• 10 green beans, sliced diagonally
• 15 young corns
• 10 stalks of caisim
• 100 grams of cauliflower
• 50 grams of wood ear mushrooms, soak in hot water, drain
• 2 sausages, cut into pieces
• 3 beef meatballs, sliced
• 3 fish balls, sliced
• 2 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 stalks of spring onions, cut into 3 cm pieces

Spice:

• 2 teaspoons ground pepper
• 2 cm ginger, bruised
• 750 ml chicken stock
• 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
• Salt to taste
• 1 ripe red tomato, cut into pieces
• 4 cloves of garlic
• 4 shallots
• 50 ml vegetable oil for sautéing

How to make:

1. Separate vegetables that wilt easily from vegetables that are difficult to wilt, cut them into pieces, wash them, drain them.
2. Add the garlic and shallots and sauté until aromatic. Add the eggs, sausage, meatballs, tomatoes, and ginger. Until the eggs are dry, stir them.
3. Stir over low heat until half of the veggies have wilted, then add the broth and the hard-to-wilt vegetables. Stir thoroughly after adding the oyster sauce, sugar, and salt.

2. Stir-fried long bean beef recipe for dinner with the family

Here is a recipe for stir-fried snow peas.

Material:

• 300 grams of tenderloin, thinly sliced
• 150 grams of long beans, trimmed
• 1/2 onion, roughly chopped
• 2 cm ginger, roughly chopped
• 3 red chilies, thinly sliced diagonally
• 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground pepper
• 150 ml water
• 1 spring onion, cut obliquely
• 1 tablespoon oil, for sautéing

How to make:

1. Add the red chiles, ginger, and onions and cook until aromatic.
2. Insert the tenderloin. Until the color changes, stir. Add the sweet soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and ground pepper.
3. After adding the water, cook until it's done. Cook the snow peas until they are done.
4. Add the spring onions. Stir well. Remove from heat and serve.

3. Recipe for seaweed mushroom tofu vegetables for dinner with husband

Here is the recipe for seaweed mushroom tofu vegetables:

Material:

• 150 grams of white tofu, cut into medium cubes
• 50 grams of seaweed, washed and drained
• 100 grams fresh mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 400 ml stock (from boiling chicken 4 times)
• 1 tomato, cut into 4
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil for sautéing

Softened seasoning:

• 1 tablespoon chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon chopped ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce

How to make:

1. Add the chopped ginger and garlic to a small saucepan with heated oil and cook until fragrant.
2. Pour the broth into a saucepan and set the heat until it boils. The tofu, tomatoes, mushrooms, seaweed, and soy sauce are added. 
3. Serve warm as an appetizer.

4. Stir-fried broccoli and tofu recipe for tonight's simple dinner

Here is a recipe for stir-fried broccoli and tofu.

Material:

• 200 grams of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 tablespoon onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
• 100 grams of tofu, cut into cubes
• 100 ml broth
• Salt to taste
• Pepper powder to taste
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• One teaspoon of cornstarch, diluted with a small amount of water
• 50 grams of cherry tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil for sautéing

How to make:

1. Cook the onion and garlic in hot oil until they are soft and fragrant. Add the tofu after adding the stock.
2. Add the broccoli to the stir-fry and thicken with the cornstarch mixture. Add the cherry tomatoes, stir until evenly combined, and remove from heat.
3. Serve.

There's no secret to making a strawberry drink. In any case, we recommend chopping or even mashing the fruit—using a wooden or plastic muddler like the ones we use to make caipirinhas—and be careful not to combine it with other fruits that don't pair well with it.

In this article, we've put together 06 recipes for alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, some lighter and others more elaborate, for you to discover and try at home, with family or friends.

And don't think that the only possible combination in the bar world is strawberries with vodka or sake! You'll also see other alternatives that work well together. Keep reading.

06 strawberry drink recipes

In the following topics, you will find recipes for preparations with and without alcohol, with condensed milk, with sparkling water and lemon soda, with gin and sake and much more.

While you're choosing your favorite, you can call the grocery store and order some trays of fresh strawberries!

1. Strawberry drink with sparkling water (strawberry mojito with or without alcohol)

An excellent recipe that uses strawberries and sparkling water is the non-traditional mojito recipe we discussed earlier! The coolest thing about this recipe is that it can be made with or without rum—the alcoholic beverage that forms the mojito's base.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 large cup

Ingredients

• 10 cleaned and chopped strawberries
• 1 squeezed lemon
• 5 or 6 mint leaves
• 200 ml sparkling water
• Sugar or sweetener to taste
• Ice

Preparation method

1. Mash the strawberries.
2. Add sugar or sweetener.
3. Add the lemon juice.
4. Add ice and stir well.
5. Add the mint leaves to the mixture after gently rubbing them with your fingertips to release their scent.
6. Stir a little more and serve.

Want a boozy mojito? When you add the lime juice, add 50 to 60 ml of rum!

2. Strawberry drink with condensed milk

Another option that is delicious with or without alcohol: the unparalleled strawberry smoothie!

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Yield: 1 large cup

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups chopped strawberries
• ½ cup condensed milk
• 4 cups of guarana soda or vodka
• Sugar or sweetener to taste
• Ice

Preparation method

1. Blend all ingredients in a blender without adding ice, sugar, or sweetener.
2. Add ice and sweeten. Blend a little longer, but leave some ice cubes intact.

Then, just serve. You can try swapping guarana soda for lemon soda and see what you think. Speaking of soda, how about a really nice frozen treat with it?

3. Strawberry drink with sprite

Another simple blender recipe. Take note!

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 10 washed and chopped strawberries
• 1 squeezed lemon
• 200 ml lemon soda
• Sugar or sweetener to taste
• Ice

Preparation method

There are no step-by-step instructions here. Just blend everything and serve! Some people prefer it filtered, while others prefer it chunky. It's up to you!

This drink is popular as a non-alcoholic strawberry drink and has become so popular among children that it is often prepared by parents at children's parties and gatherings or picnics , but it can also be made with vodka, sake or even gin.

And speaking of children's parties and drinks with lemon soda...

4. Mango and strawberry drink

Remember the pairing suggestions you saw at the beginning of this article? Here's another perfect match for both kids and adults, in non-alcoholic and alcoholic versions, respectively.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Yield : 4 medium cups

Ingredients

• ½ peeled and chopped mango
• One cup of fresh or frozen strawberries, cleaned and chopped
• ½ cup orange juice
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 1 L of lemon-lime soda of your choice or sparkling water

Preparation method

1. In a blender, blend all the ingredients except the soda or sparkling water.
2. Serve the mixture in a glass, with ice, filling it halfway.
3. Pour the remaining water or soda into the glass and mix gently.
4. Serve.

Honey is a natural sweetener that, in addition to being used in sugar-free desserts , is a great substitute for the ingredient in the preparation of drinks.

Other than that, if you want to turn the preparation into an alcoholic drink, you don't need to remove anything from the mixture, just reduce the amount of soda added a little and add 60 ml of vodka or 80 ml of sake.

Now, let's move on to 100% alcoholic drinks.

5. Strawberry Caipirinha

Straightforward and straightforward, with no complicated preparation, the "root" caipirinha can be made with strawberries instead of lemon, but it needs to have cachaça.

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 6 washed and chopped strawberries
• 60 ml of cachaça
• Sugar or sweetener to taste
• Ice

Preparation method

1. In a glass, combine the strawberries and sugar or sweetener, then pound with a pestle.
2. Add ice to the glass.
3. Add the cachaça over the crushed and sweetened strawberries and ice and stir well until everything is combined.

Finish with basil, if desired, and taste. Add more ice if needed.

6. Easy Strawberry Drink

Another option that combines strawberries and condensed milk, but this time it's made with that ready-made drink you find on supermarket shelves, usually by looking for the brand name and the "ice" characteristic. It's super quick to prepare!

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 large cup

Ingredients

• 6 washed and chopped strawberries
• 100 ml condensed milk
• One tiny bottle of your preferred "ice"
• Ice

Preparation method

1. In the glass in which you will serve or consume the drink, mash the strawberries together with the condensed milk to make the job even easier and faster.
2. Add ice and top up with “ice”.

Ready. No need to sweeten.