Dinner

Spaghetti Bolognese

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 1 hr | Serves: 4

Ingredients:

• 400g spaghetti
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 400g ground beef
• 800g canned tomatoes
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
3. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
4. Stir in canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and oregano. Simmer for 40–45 mins.
5. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Serve sauce over spaghetti and garnish with fresh basil.

Grilled Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts or thighs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Rub chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
4. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
5. Serve hot with lemon wedges and your choice of sides.

Vegetable Stir Fry

Ingredients:

• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup snap peas or green beans
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp grated ginger (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add all vegetables and stir-fry for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
4. Drizzle with soy sauce and season with salt and pepper.
5. Toss well and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
6. Serve hot as a side dish or over rice/noodles for a complete meal.