🍗 Oven-Fried Chicken Wings (Crispy & Easy)Ingredients (Serves 3–4)2 lb (900 g) chicken wings (drumettes + flats)1 tbsp baking powder (NOT baking soda)1 tsp salt1 tsp paprika1 tsp garlic powder½ tsp black pepper½ tsp onion powderOptional: ½ tsp cayenne or chili powder (for heat)Optional glaze/sauce: BBQ, buffalo, honey garlic🔥 InstructionsDry the wings really wellPat wings … Read more
🧀🥩 Cheesy Beef TaquitosCrunchy outside, melty inside—let’s make ‘em!Ingredients (makes ~10–12 taquitos)1 lb (450 g) ground beef1 tsp oil1/2 small onion, finely diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 tsp chili powder1/2 tsp cumin1/2 tsp paprikaSalt & pepper, to taste1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)10–12 small tortillas (corn = crunchier, flour = softer)Toothpicks (optional, … Read more
Cheesy Chili Biscuit Bake (Like the Pic)🛒 IngredientsChili filling1 lb (450g) ground beef (or turkey)1 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes1 cup tomato sauce (or crushed tomatoes)1–2 tbsp chili powder1 tsp cumin½ tsp paprikaSalt & pepper to tasteOptional: a little hot sauce or cayenne … Read more
🌶️ Stuffed Bell Peppers (easy + tasty)Here’s a simple, classic recipe you can make for dinner—customizable for meat or veggie lovers:🛒 Ingredients (serves 4)4 large bell peppers (any color)1 tbsp olive oil1 small onion, diced2 cloves garlic, minced1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)225 g (½ lb) ground beef or turkey (or lentils/mushrooms for veggie)1 … Read more
🥚 Spinach & Feta Egg Muffins (Makes 10–12)Ingredients8 large eggs1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped (or frozen, thawed & squeezed dry)½ cup feta cheese, crumbled¼ cup milk (or cream for richer)¼ cup onion, finely diced (optional)1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)Salt & black pepper, to tasteOlive oil or cooking spray for the panOptional add-ins (pick … Read more
🥘 Hearty Beef Stew (serves 4–6)Ingredients2 lb (900 g) beef chuck, cut into big chunksSalt & black pepper2 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced3 tbsp tomato paste2 tbsp flour (for thickening)4 cups beef broth (or stock)1 cup red wine (optional; swap extra broth if skipping)3 carrots, thickly sliced3 potatoes, cubed2 celery stalks, … Read more
Beef & Barley Soup (Hearty & Cozy)Ingredients (4–6 servings)1 lb (450 g) beef chuck or stew meat, cut into bite-size chunks1 tbsp olive oil1 medium onion, diced2 carrots, sliced2 celery stalks, sliced3 cloves garlic, minced1 tbsp tomato paste1 tsp dried thyme1 tsp dried rosemary (or Italian seasoning)½ tsp black pepper1 cup pearl barley6–7 cups beef … Read more
🍵 Clove & Honey Warm Drink (Comfort Tea)Good for: cozy evenings, soothing your throat, warming upYou’ll need:1 cup hot water2–3 whole cloves1 teaspoon honeyOptional: a squeeze of lemonHow to make it:Add cloves to hot water.Let it steep for 5–7 minutes.Remove cloves, stir in honey.Add lemon if you like a fresh taste.🍚 Clove-Spiced Rice (Super Simple)Good … Read more
🍝 Classic Beef SpaghettiIngredients250–500g ground beef1 onion (chopped)2 cloves garlic (minced)1 can tomato sauce (or crushed tomatoes)1 tsp salt, ½ tsp black pepper1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoningSpaghetti pastaOptional: chili flakes, sugar (tiny pinch), cheeseHow to makeBoil spaghetti in salted water.Fry onion in oil until soft, add garlic.Add ground beef, cook until browned.Add tomato … Read more
🍲 Beans & Cornbread (Depression-era staple)Why people swore by it:Super cheap, super filling, and you could feed a whole family with a pot of beans.Ingredients (basic version)1 lb dried pinto beans (or any dried beans)WaterSalt & pepperOptional: onion, garlic, bay leaf, a little oilCornbread (boxed mix or homemade)How to make itSoak beans overnight (or quick-boil … Read more