NOTE: Don’t feel like you’re supposed to make all these recipes. Choose just one to experiment with each week.
MONDAY
Everyone Happy Nachos
I’m always trying to come up with ideas for family meals to suit all our different dietary requirements. Without having to cook separate meals.
These nachos definitely live up to their name of keeping everyone happy.
I like zucchini version. My Irishman likes ‘both’ – some zucchini and some corn chips. No prizes for guessing the boys prefer corn chips.
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TUESDAY
15-Minute Goulash
I know what you’re thinking…
‘A real Hungarian goulash in 15 minutes? Impossible’.
And if you’re expecting a dish of soft slow cooked meat that’s been simmered for hours. You’re right. That ain’t going to happen in 15 minutes.
BUT if you’re in the mood for something that tastes deeply meaty and savoury with some sweetness from the peppers and the refreshing contrasting tang of sour cream AND you are short on time, you could do much worse than this humble approximation.
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WEDNESDAY
Lebanese Omelette with Almond ‘Hummus’
Recently I’ve discovered a new secret ingredient to lift my omelette game.
Ready for it?
Water.
It’s an idea I got from David Tannis. I love how a few tablespoons of water lightens the omelette.
And makes it less prone to going rubbery if you do over cook it.
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THURSDAY
Supermoist Meat Loaf
I was thinking of ways to keep my meatloaf super succulent. And was reminded of how carrot cake and my zucchini cake had such beautiful texture. Surely the same principle could apply in savoury form.
Long story short, it does. This meatloaf has it all. Deeply flavoured from the beef and the tomato. And so so moist. Even my boys love it.
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FRIDAY
Baked Salmon with Crunchy Nut Crust
Every time I bake fish in the oven like this, I am so happy I did.
It’s so easy.
Just pop some veg in a baking dish. Top with fish. Bake in a hot oven for about 10 minutes.
No need to keep a constant watch on your frying pan.
No fishy smells in the house afterwards.
Easy cleanup too.
The nut crust also deserves a mention. I love how it adds texture, flavour and substance to this simple supper. With minimal effort.
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SWEET TREAT
Heavenly Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
Heavenly doesn’t even really begin to describe it. We’re talking deeply chocolatey and incredibly moist and just sweet enough. But the best part is it’s insanely easy. No whisking egg whites. No melting chocolate. Just weight out everything into a bowl. Mix and bake.
It’s now my go-to cake for everything from afternoon tea to lunch boxes (see the nut-free variation) to big celebrational birthday cakes.
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Here’s the list to copy and paste:
Stonesoup 5-Ingredients Meal Plan – WEEK 40
MONDAY
Everyone Happy Nachos
TUESDAY
15-Minute Goulash
WEDNESDAY
Lebanese Omelette with Almond ‘Hummus’
THURSDAY
Supermoist Meat Loaf
FRIDAY
Baked Salmon with Crunchy Nut Crust
SWEET TREAT
Heavenly Chocolate Olive Oil Cake
NOTE: More 5-Ingredient recipe ideas available on The Stonesoup here.
Love
Jules x