Are you looking to save time on meal prep? This post explains how to use ONE ingredient and turn it into FIVE different dinners throughout the week. This method has been my go-to for years and it saves a tremendous amount of time. Be sure to download the free single ingredient menu plan for all the recipes and a shopping list to get started.
How to Make the Perfect Soft-Boiled Egg Every Time
What is the best trick to make soft-boiled eggs perfect every time? It’s a question that has puzzled cooks for generations. For me, soft-boiled eggs are tied to childhood memories: they were a Sunday tradition in our home. Sundays felt special — shaped by strong Catholic traditions in Poland and by the effort to … Read more
Chicken, Cashew & Vegetable Stir-Fry with Oyster-Honey Noodles
This chicken and cashew stir-fry is one of our favourite quick dinners. The flavour balances sweet and salty — oyster sauce brings depth while honey adds that gentle sweetness. It’s a flexible mid-week meal: use whatever vegetables you have on hand and adjust the sauce to suit your taste. In the photo I left out … Read more
14 Perfect Gifts for Cheese Lovers: Ideas They’ll Actually Use
Get cheesy! From artisan cheese collections to a perfect fondue pot for entertaining, cheese board styling inspiration, and more — this handpicked shopping guide has great gifts for the cheese lover in your life. This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn a commission (at no additional cost to you) from qualifying … Read more
Bacon-Wrapped Halloumi with Fresh Oregano — 3 Ingredients
This simple three-ingredient recipe — halloumi, bacon, and fresh oregano — proves that minimal components can yield a spectacular appetizer. These bacon-wrapped halloumi bites are savory, low-carb, and easy to prepare. They work equally well baked or grilled, and make great snacks or party finger food. Tips for making the Bacon-Wrapped Halloumi Cheese with Fresh … Read more
Quick Skillet Ground Beef Fajitas with Peppers and Onions
Looking for a quick, easy, and satisfying dinner? Try these sizzling ground beef fajitas—ready from stovetop to table in about 30 minutes. What Are Ground Beef Fajitas Ground beef fajitas combine the bold flavors of fajitas with the convenience of ground beef. Seasoned with a flavorful fajita spice mix and tossed with tender-crisp bell peppers … Read more
Monday Menu 177: Ravioli Casserole with Garlic Butter Steak
Monday Menu delivers everything you need for two complete family dinners, plus dessert, a snack, and an easy breakfast. This week, focus on quick, delicious meals with an Easy White Ravioli Casserole and a Quick Skillet Steak that make weeknight cooking simple and satisfying. This Week’s Secret To Success This week’s menu emphasizes speed and … Read more
Gluten-Free Baked Fish and Chips Recipe for Crispy Results
Make your own gluten free oven baked fish and chips with this simple, tasty recipe—much healthier than a typical fish and chip shop meal. These gluten-free oven baked fish and chips are a special treat at home, while still being far healthier than what you’d buy at a chippy. The meal is quick and easy … Read more
Blueberry Yogurt Oat Muffins — Moist Breakfast Muffin Recipe
With a stir of a spoon and just four ingredients, you’ll be ready to put these Yogurt Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins in the oven before it’s even preheated! Keep in touch! Subscribe to receive Melanie Makes recipes direct to your inbox. Original content posted February 2015. Updated May 2019. Muffins have a way of rescuing a … Read more
Chewy Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Recipe for Crispy Edges
These chocolate oatmeal cookies are a delicious hybrid of brownie and cookie—soft and chewy with slightly crisp edges, and utterly irresistible. It has been quite a week here. Between the daylight savings time shift disrupting my baby’s routine and a stomach bug that wiped out three days, I was ready for something comforting. The bug … Read more