Cook It Simple

Golden, tender, and packed with garlic herb flavor – a perfect side dish. 🧄🌿
Ingredients:

1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

4 tbsp olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried thyme

½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking sheet.

In a bowl, toss cauliflower with olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Spread on baking sheet in a single layer.

Roast for 20–25 minutes until golden and tender.

Garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan if using. Serve warm.

Warm, tender, and naturally sweet – a simple yet elegant dessert. 🍐🍯
Ingredients:

4 ripe but firm pears, halved and cored

3 tbsp honey

2 tbsp melted butter

1 tsp cinnamon

¼ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for serving (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking dish with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, whisk honey, melted butter, and cinnamon.

Place pear halves cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush generously with the honey mixture.

Sprinkle with walnuts if using. Bake for 20–25 minutes until pears are tender.

Serve warm, plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.

A hearty, colorful bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, and creamy tahini dressing. 🍠🧆
Ingredients:

2 large sweet potatoes, cubed

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

3 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp cumin

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp salt

2 cups cooked quinoa or rice

4 cups fresh spinach

¼ cup tahini

2 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp water

1 garlic clove, minced

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet.

Toss sweet potatoes and chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Spread on baking sheet.

Roast for 20–25 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender and chickpeas are crispy.

In a small bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, water, and garlic until smooth.

Assemble bowls: quinoa, fresh spinach, roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas. Drizzle with tahini dressing. Serve warm.

Juicy, golden chicken thighs in a bright lemon garlic butter sauce – ready in 25 minutes. 🍋🧄🍗
Ingredients:

6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

3 tbsp butter

4 garlic cloves, minced

½ cup chicken broth

Juice and zest of 1 lemon

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

Instructions:

Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large pan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

In the same pan, melt remaining butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Simmer for 3 minutes.

Return chicken to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes until cooked through.

Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm with rice or roasted vegetables.

Flaky, flavorful salmon roasted with garlic and fresh herbs – ready in 20 minutes. 🐟🧄
Ingredients:

4 salmon fillets

3 tbsp olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

1 tsp dried oregano

½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic, dill, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.

Place salmon on baking sheet. Brush generously with the herb mixture.

Top with lemon slices. Bake for 12–15 minutes until salmon flakes easily.

Garnish with extra fresh herbs. Serve warm with rice or roasted vegetables.

A childhood classic turned into a healthy, grab-and-go breakfast. 🥜🍓
Ingredients:

1 cup rolled oats

1 cup milk

½ cup Greek yogurt

2 tbsp peanut butter

2 tbsp strawberry or grape jelly

1 tbsp honey (optional)

Instructions:

In a jar or bowl, combine oats, milk, yogurt, peanut butter, and honey. Stir well.

Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).

Before serving, stir well. Add a little more milk if needed.

Top with a dollop of jelly and swirl it in.

Enjoy cold.

Deep, rich, and caramelized – a savory side dish that steals the show. 🍄🧅
Ingredients:

500g cremini mushrooms, halved

2 red onions, sliced into wedges

3 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp balsamic vinegar

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp pepper

Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet.

In a bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Add mushrooms and onions. Toss to coat. Spread on baking sheet.

Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and caramelized.

Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm alongside roasted meats or over rice.