Even someone who enjoys cooking gets tired of cooking.
So, learn the shortcuts and be ready to roll out a meal for the time it takes for water to boil.
Shortcut #1 Always have your favorite grain or pasta in the pantry, and your favorite beans. Bulgur and cous-cous take minutes to put on the table. (Do not purchase packages with flavorings added. Add your own cumin and cloves for a middle-eastern flavor, hot chilies and cilantro for a Mexican flavor, hot chilies and ginger for a Chinese flavor.)
Shortcut #2 Use any vegetables/fruit at hand, chop, dice, and combine with lemon and olive oil for a quick topping. Use your favorite spice to give character to the dish, and to create a Newness about it.
Shortcut #3 Serve on different plates or in a different mode. Wraps, tortillas, focaccia or in a bowl with chopsticks.
Shortcut #4 Double the recipe and you have lunch the next day.
What do you prepare when you don't have time, or energy for cooking?
I know that feeling well. Sometimes I just do not feel like setting foot in the kitchen. Nigel is getting good at pasta dishes and curries on those days :)) Diane
ReplyDeleteI do most of the cooking throughout the week, but my husband, who enjoys cooking more than I, takes it whenever he has time. If I poop out during the week he is quick to swoop in and make wonders out of leftovers. So my go to meal is my go to man.
ReplyDeleteI always have grilled shrimp and chicken in my freezer. I grill extra on the weekends for use in salads and quick week night meals. But if I'm really tired, I usually order a carry out from my favorite neighborhood restaurant. :)
ReplyDeletelately, rotisserie chickens and chicken sausages from the market have been my quickie, tired of cooking meals, + a big salad or steamed vegis...
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