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This Substack, 'What To Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking,' delivers a weekly complete-meal recipe that is easy, quick, and utilizes minimal dishes. Recipes range from comfort foods and seasonal specialties to health-conscious meals, featuring diverse cuisines and ingredients, while also offering practical cooking tips, meal planning, and pantry stocking advice.

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coconut curry lentil veggie stew

4206 implied HN points • 06 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking
  1. Coconut curry lentil veggie stew is a nutritious and flavorful winter dish.
  2. Using legumes like red lentils provides health benefits such as antioxidants and fiber.
  3. There are substitution options available for those who don't like lentils in the stew.

rosemary garlic pork shoulder with sweet potato puree

3144 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Meal Prep Ingredients Cuisine
  1. The recipe for rosemary garlic pork shoulder with sweet potato puree takes longer than an hour to cook, but the active cooking time is only about 15 to 20 minutes.
  2. The dish involves slow roasting pork shoulder and sweet potatoes together, creating a savory and delightful meal.
  3. The recipe includes a simple herby sauce to balance the richness of the pork and provides detailed instructions to make the cooking process easy.

(almost) one-pan garlic butter roasted chicken and crispy potatoes

2279 implied HN points • 04 Feb 24
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Ingredients Meal Prep Food culture Cooking tips
  1. The recipe features a delicious one-pan garlic butter roasted chicken with crispy potatoes and romesco sauce.
  2. Leftovers of this dish can be kept for up to 3 days in the fridge and can be used creatively in salads or bowls.
  3. Options are provided for variations like using different types of potatoes, nuts, or even making the dish dairy-free or gluten-free.
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one-pot cheesy pumpkin pasta

3871 implied HN points • 08 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Ingredients Cooking tips Meal Ideas
  1. The recipe shared is a one-pot cheesy pumpkin pasta, perfect for fall comfort food.
  2. The author shares her love for savory pumpkin dishes and provides alternatives for those who don't enjoy pumpkin.
  3. There are tips for variations, such as using canned butternut squash, adding meat or greens, and making the dish dairy- or gluten-free.

creamy turkey chili

2967 implied HN points • 29 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Traditions
  1. Creamy white turkey chili is a Halloween tradition
  2. Military towns like Coronado, CA, have a welcoming community
  3. Chili on Halloween can be a fun tradition for welcoming guests

a really simple meal plan v.2

4343 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking tips
  1. The meal plan includes recipes for Jerk Chicken with Coconut Rice and Strawberry Salsa, Sunshine Pasta, Chicken Flautas & Roasted Corn Salad, Roasted Asparagus Farrotto, and Sesame-Ginger Grilled Steak with Cucumber Pepper Avocado Salad.
  2. The meal plan provides detailed instructions for preparing the meals, including tips for leftover usage and variations to suit different preferences.
  3. A PDF grocery list is included for easy shopping and organization based on grocery aisle.

sheet-pan spiced chicken

3282 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Cooking Meal Ideas
  1. Sheet-pan spiced chicken recipe is flavorful and easy to make
  2. Leftover spiced chicken can be used in salads, quesadillas, flautas, and bowls
  3. The sheet-pan spiced chicken recipe can be customized with variations like pesto chicken, spiced cauliflower, or harissa chicken

super caesar

2790 implied HN points • 01 Oct 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Nutrition Ingredients Cooking tips
  1. Reducing coffee intake can help in reducing anxiety levels.
  2. Including fermented foods in your diet can improve gut health and mental well-being.
  3. Eating leafy greens, seafood, and healthy fats can support brain health and reduce anxiety.

hella green pasta

3498 implied HN points • 19 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Cooking Recipes Ingredients Meal Prep
  1. The hella green pasta is basically a salad, packed with healthy ingredients like kale, spinach, and garlic.
  2. The recipe emphasizes using high-quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor in the creamy pasta sauce.
  3. The leftover sauce can be versatile, used in various dishes or frozen for future meals, making it a great meal-prep option.

good soup

3066 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Ingredients Cooking tips
  1. The soup recipe is packed with nutritious ingredients like veggies, lentils, and sausage, with a flavorful broth.
  2. Top the soup with a generous amount of Parmesan for a perfect balance of salty and fatty flavors.
  3. Consider using Better Than Bouillon for an easy and flavorful broth, along with harissa for a spicy kick.

thai chicken chop

2849 implied HN points • 05 Feb 23
  1. The Thai chicken chop recipe includes a variety of flavors and textures for a delicious salad
  2. You can customize the recipe to make it appealing for kids or those who don't like salads
  3. Tips are provided for meal prep, ingredient substitutions, and variations in the recipe

my item by item pantry list

2240 implied HN points • 02 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Ingredients Condiments Dairy
  1. Stocking a well-stocked pantry can save time and money when cooking.
  2. Essential spices for a versatile kitchen include kosher salt, black pepper, and curry powder.
  3. Having staple condiments like mayo, dijon mustard, and soy sauce can enhance various dishes.

no-stir mushroom risotto

1847 implied HN points • 05 Mar 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Ingredients Meal Ideas
  1. Risotto can be made without constant stirring by using the oven method.
  2. Using brown rice instead of arborio rice adds fiber and nutrients to the risotto.
  3. Adding walnut chili crunch on top gives the risotto a special flavorful crunch.