Quick 10 Minutes Recipes: No-Fuss Recipes If You Only Have 10 Minutes or Less to Spare in the Kitchen

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Quick 10 Minutes Recipes No-Fuss Recipes If You Only Have 10 Minutes or Less to Spare in the Kitchen

By Heston Brown

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Table of Contents Introduction Recipes Southern Catfish with Pecans Hot Salsa Burgers Citrus Scallops Walleye with Honey Crab Boats Vegetable and Sausage Griddle Spinach and Apple Salad Beef Taco Pan Fresh Tomato Linguine Smoked Chicken and Gouda Sandwiches Salad with Grilled Chicken and Blueberry Vinaigrette Meaty Tostadas Grilled Eggplant with Lime and Sesame Seeds Curried Chicken Salad with Peaches Parmesan Tilapia Salsa Rice Pizza Pies Tuna Melts Chipotle-Orange Scallops

Turkey and Cranberry Bagels Ramen Slaw Black Bean Quinoa Bowl Easy Hummus English Muffins with Peanut Butter and Chia Berry Jam Pesto and Cheese Grilled Sandwiches Kale and Avocado Omelet Pizza Quesadillas Fast Shrimp Scampi Avocado and Tomato Sandwiches Spinach and White Bean Salmon Beet and Nectarine Salad Cheese and Broccoli Omelet Crumb Topping Conclusion About the Author Author's Afterthoughts

Introduction

When preparing meals, you want them to look and taste great. However, the actual preparation and cooking can be challenging. This is especially true if you are working, you arrive home and tired, or you have other tasks to do. You might have planned to prepare meals for 30 minutes, but you end with only 10 minutes because of traffic or other delays. You are not alone since a lot of people relate to this. All the recipes you will find in this book are very fast to prepare. You also have an easy time completing the dishes because most of the ingredients are most likely in your pantry or fridge. If not, you can easily get them in your local grocery.

Recipes

Southern Catfish with Pecans

This catfish recipe can be your next favorite meal. It is yummy, fast, and simple. You can have it with a salad, biscuits, and fruits. Prep Time: 25 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4 catfish fillets ⅓ cup of finely chopped pecans 1 tsp Cajun seasoning ½ tsp dried thyme 2 tsp lemon juice 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese 1 tbsp dried parsley flakes 1 tbsp dry bread crumbs

Procedure: 1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. 2. Mix the lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and oil in a small bowl. 3. Mix the bread crumbs, 1 tbsp of the oil mixture, cheese, and pecans in a separate bowl. 4. Put the catfish fillets in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan and spread the excess oil mixture. 5. Pour the pecan mixture on the fillets and bake them for 10 to 15 minutes or until the fish can be easily flaked using a fork.

Hot Salsa Burgers

If you have always wanted to make your own burgers at home, this is your chance! You can create these juicy, yummy, and spicy burgers with just a few seasonings. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef ½ cup of salsa 4 split and toasted Kaiser Rolls 1 tsp Creole seasoning ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp pepper Procedure:

1. Mix the salsa, Creole seasoning, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and pepper in a large bowl. 2. Add the beef and gently but thoroughly mix. Shape the beef mixture into half-inch thick patties. 3. Grill the patties with a cover on medium heat or broil 4 inches away from heat for 4 to 5 minutes on every side or until your thermometer reads 160 degrees. 4. Serve on Kaiser Rolls.

Citrus Scallops

If you often serve seafood to your family, this scallop recipe with orange and lemon juice is ideal and refreshing. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. sea scallops 4 peeled and sectioned medium navel oranges 2 tbsp lime juice ½ tsp grated lime zest 1 julienned medium green or sweet red pepper 1 minced garlic clove 2 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp minced fresh cilantro 4 chopped green onions ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Hot cooked pasta or rice ½ tsp salt Procedure: 1. Sauté the onions, pepper, and garlic with oil in a large pan for a minute. 2. Put the salt, pepper flakes, and scallops and cook them for 4 minutes. 3. Add the lime zest and juice and cook for another minute. Then, lower the heat. 4. Put the cilantro and orange sections and cook for 2 minutes more or until the scallops become opaque. 5. Serve with hot pasta or rice.

Walleye with Honey

Does your family enjoy fish? This dish is great because it is a simple and fast way to prepare and cook fresh walleye. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 6 Ingredients: 1 to ½ lb. walleye fillets 2 tsp honey 1 large egg 2 cups of crushed Ritz crackers ½ tsp salt A ⅓-½ cup of canola oil Lemon wedges, minced fresh parsley (optional)

Procedure: 1. Beat the egg and add the honey in a shallow bowl. 2. Mix salt and crackers in a shallow dish. 3. Coat the fillets in the egg mixture and the cracker mixture well. 4. Using a heavy skillet or cast-iron, cook the coated fillets on medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes on every side or until the fish becomes golden and can be easily flaked using a fork. 5. Put some parsley on the top. You can also add lemon wedges if you want.

Crab Boats

You can have this dish with rice, tortilla chips, or beans. Crab boats are great if you plan to go to a picnic or party. You can serve them deliciously hot or cold. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 8 Ingredients: 2 cans of drained lump crabmeat 5 peeled and halved medium ripe avocados 2 tbsp lemon juice 1/2 cup of mayonnaise ¼ tsp pepper 1 tbsp drained capers 2 tbsp minced chives 1 seeded and minced Serrano pepper 4 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

1 cup of shredded jack cheese ½ tsp paprika Lemon wedges Procedure: 1. Preheat the broiler. 2. Using a fork, lightly mash 2 avocado halves in a large bowl. Add the lemon juice and mayonnaise and mix well. 3. Add the crab, chives, capers, pepper, and 3 tbsp of cilantro. Place the mixture in the extra avocado halves. 4. Place the avocado halves in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Put some paprika and cheese on top. 5. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until the cheese melts. 6. Spread the excess cilantro and serve with the lemon wedges.

Vegetable and Sausage Griddle

Your family will enjoy this hearty meal because of the different vegetables it has. The sausage and vegetable skillet has been a family favorite for years. It contains a variety of vegetables and cooking time is minimal. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. fresh Italian sausage links 2 cups of cubed yellow summer squash 3 cups of chopped tomatoes ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper 2 tbsp canola oil 1 cup of chopped green onions 3 to 4 minced garlic cloves 4 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Procedure: 1. Cook sausage in a large skillet with oil on medium heat until your thermometer reads 160 degrees and drain. 2. Once cool enough, cut the sausage into half-inch pieces. 3. Put the sausage pieces in the skillet again. 4. Add the onions and tomatoes and cook them for 3 minutes. 5. Put the garlic and cook for a minute longer. 6. Mix the Worcestershire sauce, cayenne pepper, and tomatoes until heated well.

Spinach and Apple Salad

You do not need to worry about the spinach and apples losing their texture because this salad recipe has a light, tangy, and sweet dressing. It is best served with bread. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 10 Ingredients: 6 diced bacon strips 9 cups of fresh baby spinach 2 thinly sliced unpeeled large red apples 3 tbsp brown sugar 1 chopped medium red onion ¼ cup of cider vinegar Procedure: 1. Cook the bacon strips in a large pan until they become crispy. Remove and

drain them on paper towels. Set aside 2 tbsp of the drippings. 2. Add the brown sugar, drippings, and vinegar to the same pan. Wait for it to boil and stir the sugar until it dissolves. Let it cool a bit. 3. Add the bacon, apples, spinach, and onion to a serving bowl and coat them with the dressing. Serve immediately.

Beef Taco Pan

If you have a busy day, you can save effort and money with this quick taco dish. The ingredients are convenient, so your family will not wait for a long time to enjoy this. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 6 Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef 1 bottle taco sauce 1 can of drained whole kernel corn

10 corn tortillas (cut into 1-inch bites) 1 ¼ cups of shredded cheddar cheese Hot pepper sauce (optional) Procedure: 1. Cook the onion and beef on medium heat in a large pan until the pink color in the meat disappears. Once done, drain the meat. 2. Put the tortillas, corn, a cup of cheese, and taco sauce until well-heated. 3. Put the excess cheese on top and serve with pepper sauce if you want.

Fresh Tomato Linguine

This garlic and basil pasta dish is ideal in late summer when tomatoes are the freshest. You can have it with a salad or add some diced chicken. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 6 Ingredients: 3 chopped medium tomatoes 8 oz uncooked linguine

6 sliced green onions 3 tbsp butter ¼ cup of minced fresh basil or 4 tsp dried basil 1 tsp salt ½ tsp pepper ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese 2 minced garlic cloves Procedure: 1. Prepare the linguine following the package instructions. 2. Put all the ingredients in a large bowl except the butter. Let them cook for 4 to 5 minutes. 3. Drain the linguine and put the butter. 4. After draining, transfer the paste into a bowl and mix well in the tomato mixture. Garnish if desired.

Smoked Chicken and Gouda Sandwiches

The rich smoky and garlic flavor of these sandwiches makes them very delicious. What makes them even better is the combination of cheese, garlic, and herbs. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken 8 slices of toasted country white bread ¼ cup of garlic-herb mayonnaise 4 slices of smoked Gouda cheese ¼ tsp salt ⅛ tsp pepper 2 thinly sliced small peaches or medium plums Procedure:

1. Preheat the broiler. 2. Put 2 tbsp of mayonnaise on 4 slices of toasted bread and put them on a baking sheet with foil. 3. Place the chicken on the bread and put salt and pepper. Then, put the peaches and cheese on top. 4. Broil 3 to 4 inches on the heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until the cheese melts. 5. Put the excess mayonnaise on the other 4 toasted bread slices and place them over the broiled toasted bread slices.

Salad with Grilled Chicken and Blueberry Vinaigrette

Adding chicken to a salad makes a refreshing meal. The blueberry vinaigrette levels up this quick salad dish. It is great when served with a fresh baguette and a cold minty glass of lemonade. Prep Time: 30 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 2 boneless and skinless chicken breast halves 1 minced garlic clove ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 1 tbsp olive oil For the vinaigrette: ¼ cup of blueberry preserves

¼ cup of olive oil 2 tbsp maple syrup 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar ⅛ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground mustard A dash of pepper For the salad: 1 pack of ready-to-eat salad greens ½ cup of canned mandarin oranges 1 cup of crumbled goat cheese 1 cup of fresh blueberries Procedure: 1. Coat the chicken with salt, pepper, oil, and garlic. Cover it and chill it for 30 minutes. 2. Add all the ingredients for the vinaigrette and mix them in a small bowl. Cover and put it in the refrigerator. 3. Grill the chicken with a cover on medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until your thermometer reads 165 degrees. 4. After grilling, set the chicken aside for 5 minutes before you slice. 5. Put the greens, chicken, blueberries, and oranges on a plate. 6. Stir the vinaigrette again and pour on the salad. Put some cheese on top.

Meaty Tostadas

If you are craving something a little spicy, you can serve this beefy tostadas dish in your next dinner. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 6 Ingredients: 1 lb. 90% lean ground beef

6 tortilla shells 3 tsp chipotle sauce ½ cup of chili sauce 1 cup of chopped sweet red pepper ¼ tsp salt ½ cup of sour cream 1 tsp taco seasoning ¼ tsp pepper 1 ½ cups of guacamole 3 cups of shredded lettuce 1 ½ cups of shredded Mexican cheese blend Procedure: 1. Cook the beef and red pepper in a large pan on medium heat until the meat is not pink; drain. 2. Add the taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili sauce until well-heated. 3. Mix the chipotle sauce and sour cream in a small bowl. 4. Put lettuce, beef mixture, guacamole, cheese, and chipotle cream on each tortilla.

Grilled Eggplant with Lime and Sesame Seeds

This recipe is a perfect blend of Greek and Asian cuisine. The eggplants make it Greek and the seasonings make it Asian. Prep Time: 20 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 medium eggplant (cut into half-inch slices lengthwise) 3 tbsp lime juice 1 ½ tsp less-sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp sesame oil 1 minced garlic clove ½ tsp grated fresh gingerroot or ¼ tsp ground ginger ½ tsp salt ⅛ tsp pepper ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes 2 tsp honey

Thinly sliced green onion and sesame seeds Procedure: 1. Combine the lime juice, sesame oil, soy sauce, garlic, ginger root, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. 2. Brush the mixture on each side of the eggplant slices. 3. Grill with a cover on medium heat for 4 to 6 minutes or until the eggplant slices become tender. 4. Place the eggplant slices on a plate. 5. Add honey and pepper flakes in the excess mixture and pour over the eggplant. 6. Top off with green onions and sesame seeds.

Curried Chicken Salad with Peaches

This dish is a good way to surprise your family during the busy weeknights. Simple and healthy, you can easily make this dish even if you do not cook often. Your family and friends will surely ask for more when you serve it over salad greens or lettuce. Alternatively, you can fill a roti or tortilla wrap to make a sandwich. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 4

Ingredients: 2 cups of cubed cooked chicken breasts 2 sliced medium peaches ½ cup of fat-free mayonnaise ½ cup of chopped walnuts 1 tsp curry powder 1 pack of spring mix salad greens ¼ cup of raisins Procedure: 1. Combine curry powder and mayonnaise and coat the chicken, raisins, and walnuts. 2. Place the chicken mixture and peaches on the salad greens.

Parmesan Tilapia

Ever tried the Parmesan Tilapia dish? If not, you will be surprised at how rich the flavor of tilapia will be when you add Parmesan cheese. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4 tilapia fillets ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese ¼ tsp dried basil 2 tbsp mayonnaise 3 tbsp softened butter ¼ tsp pepper ⅛ tsp onion powder ⅛ tsp celery salt 4 lemon wedges

Procedure: 1. Mix the parmesan cheese, butter, mayonnaise, dried basil, pepper, onion powder, and celery salt in a small bowl, 2. Place the fillets in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan coated with oil. Put the cheese mixture on the fillets. 3. Broil 4 inches from heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until the toppings become slightly brown and the fish can be easily flaked with a fork. If you want the fillet to be browner, you can rotate the pan halfway. 4. Serve with lemon wedges.

Salsa Rice

Looking for a side dish to prepare for your family? The salsa dish is simple, quick, and effortless, requiring no dicing or slicing. For this delicious Mexican rice recipe, you can adjust the level of spiciness with the type of salsa you choose. Plus, it is very easy to make and does not require a lot of ingredients. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 5 Ingredients: 2 cups of uncooked instant rice 1 ½ cups of chunky salsa 1 to 1 ½ cups of shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese 1 ½ cups of water Procedure:

1. Let the salsa and water boil in a saucepan. 2. Add the rice and take off from the heat. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes. 3. Add the cheese, cover, and let it rest for 30 seconds or until the cheese melts.

Pizza Pies

If you enjoy toasties so much, you will like the pizza version. Not only is this dish delicious but it is also fast to make. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 1 Ingredients: 2 slices of white bread 1 tbsp pizza sauce 1 tbsp softened butter 4 slices of pepperoni 4 tbsp shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1 tbsp chopped green pepper (optional) Procedure: 1. Put butter on the bread slices.

2. Place one bread slice in the sandwich iron with the buttered side facing down. 3. Spread the pizza sauce and put 2 tbsp of cheese, pepperoni, and green pepper if you want. 4. Put the excess cheese and the other bread slice with the buttered side facing up. 5. Close the iron and cook on a hot campfire for 3 to 6 minutes or until the bread becomes golden brown and the cheese melts. Turn the iron from time to time.

Tuna Melts

Did you know that you can change mayonnaise to smooth balsamic vinaigrette? Everyone in your family will enjoy this quick dish. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 pouch of light tuna in water 4 split wheat hamburger buns 8 slices of low-fat Swiss cheese 8 slices of tomato 2 tbsp low-fat creamy balsamic vinaigrette 1 coarsely chopped hard-boiled egg 1 tbsp stone-ground mustard (optional) Procedure:

1. Combine the egg, vinaigrette, tuna, and mustard if you want. 2. Put the hamburger buns on an ungreased baking sheet with the cut side facing up. 3. Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until the buns become golden brown. 4. Put the tuna mixture on the buns and top with cheese and tomato. 5. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes more or until the cheese melts.

Chipotle-Orange Scallops

These tender and spicy scallops are great when you chill with your family and friends. It is a great meal to warm-up conversations. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: ¾ lb. sea scallops ¼ cup of orange juice ¼ tsp ground chipotle pepper ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp paprika 2 tsp butter 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onion Hot cooked linguine (optional) Procedure:

1. Put the paprika and ⅛ tsp of salt on the scallops. 2. Melt butter in a nonstick pan with cooking spray on medium heat. 3. Add the scallops and cook each side for 3 to 4 minutes or until they become opaque and firm. 4. Put the excess salt and orange juice in the pan and allow it to boil. Take off from heat and mix chipotle pepper. 5. Put on hot linguine if you want and sprinkle the green onion.

Turkey and Cranberry Bagels

Do you have any leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or deli meat in your refrigerator? Then, you can make these yummy bagels by playing around with different chutneys and cranberry sauces. Turkey and cranberry are an excellent combination and you can enjoy it at any time of the year. In addition, this simple and quick dish can be enjoyed with all types of cranberry sauces. You just need to be creative! Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 8 oz thinly sliced cooked turkey ½ cup of whole-berry cranberry sauce 4 split and toasted bagels 8 slices of provolone cheese Procedure:

1. Preheat the broiler. 2. Place the bagel halves on a baking sheet and put the turkey slices and cheese. 3. Broil 4 to 6 inches from heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until the cheese melts. 4. Put the cranberry sauce.

Ramen Slaw

There are many different ways to make ramen slaw. This recipe is worth considering when you have very few minutes to spare since no cooking is needed. This dish is proof that delicious meals do not need to be complicated. Prep Time: 10minutes Serving Size: 8 Ingredients: For the honey soy vinaigrette dressing: 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil 2 tbsp honey ⅓ cup of plain rice vinegar ⅔ cup of avocado, vegetable, or canola oil 1 tbsp soy sauce

For the slaw: 2 packs of uncooked ramen noodles (discard the seasoning mix) 1 bag of coleslaw mix (discard the dressing if there is any) 1 cup of thinly sliced almonds 4 stalks of sliced green onions Procedure: 1. Put the oil, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, and soy sauce in a jar and screw the lid tightly. 2. Shake well to mix and put aside. 3. Crush the ramen noodles inside the pack. 4. Put the slaw mix, ramen pieces, green onions, and almonds in a large bowl. 5. Add the dressing and coat everything.

Black Bean Quinoa Bowl

If you do not like the greasiness of taco salad, you should try making this quinoa bowl recipe. You can fill it up with fresh cilantro, avocado, and pico de gallo. Then, top it off with hummus dressing. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 1 Ingredients: ¾ cup of rinsed canned black beans ⅔ cup of cooked quinoa 3 tbsp pico de gallo ¼ cup of hummus ¼ diced medium avocado 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 1 tbsp lime juice Procedure:

1. Mix the quinoa and beans in a bowl. 2. Combine the lime juice and hummus in a small bowl. You can adjust the consistency of the mixture by adding water. 3. Add the hummus mixture to the bean mixture. 4. Put avocado, cilantro, and pico de gallo on top.

Easy Hummus

This garlic hummus is very easy since you just need to add the ingredients to a processor. You can serve this creamy dip with pita chips, crudités, or veggie chips. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 8 Ingredients: 1 can of no-salt chickpeas 1 garlic clove ¼ cup of lemon juice ¼ cup of extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup of tahini ½ tsp salt

½ tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin Procedure: 1. Drain the chickpeas and set aside ¼ cup of the liquid. 2. Put the chickpeas and the liquid that was set aside in the food processor. 3. Add the oil, garlic, cumin, salt, lemon juice, tahini, and chili powder. 4. Mush everything in the processor for 2 to 3 minutes or until the consistency becomes very creamy.

English Muffins with Peanut Butter and Chia Berry Jam

Do you want to enjoy a scrumptious breakfast but have only a few minutes? Well, you can make this possible with this English muffin with peanut butter and chia berry jam recipe. These breakfast muffins are healthy because of the chia seeds. Additionally, the omega makes these muffins healthy for the heart. Plus, this dish is customizable and you can opt for bread rather than the English muffin, different nut butter, or other toppings seeds rather than chia seeds. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 1 Ingredients: 1 toasted whole-wheat English muffin ½ cup of unsweetened mixed frozen berries

2 tsp natural peanut butter 2 tsp chia seeds Procedure: 1. Put the berries in a medium microwave-safe bowl and microwave them for 30 seconds. Mix and microwave for another 30 seconds. 2. Add the chia seeds. 3. Put peanut butter on the English muffin and place the chia mixture on top.

Pesto and Cheese Grilled Sandwiches

Do you want to level up your everyday grilled cheese sandwiches? You can try making this recipe and serve it with soup to make your meal more comforting. You will also love these sandwiches if you are a fan of pesto since the cheese gives them an amazing nutty basil flavor. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 8 slices of walnut-raisin bread 8 slices of provolone and mozzarella cheese blend

3 to 4 tbsp prepared pesto ¼ cup of softened butter 8 slices of tomato Procedure: 1. Put pesto on the 4 bread slices. Put tomato and cheese and cover with the remaining bread slices. Butter the outside of the sandwiches. 2. Toast the sandwiches in a large pan on medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes on every side or until the bread becomes golden brown and the cheese melts.

Kale and Avocado Omelet

If you are on a diet, this omelet recipe is a must-try since the ingredients will curb your hunger for a longer period. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 1 Ingredients: 2 large eggs 1 cup of chopped kale 1 pinch of salt 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro 1 tbsp lime juice 1 tsp low-fat milk 1 pinch of crushed red pepper 1 tsp unsalted sunflower seeds ¼ sliced avocado

Procedure: 1. Beat the eggs, salt, and milk in a small bowl. 2. Heat a teaspoon of oil in a small nonstick pan on medium heat. 3. Cook the egg mixture for 1 to 2 minutes or until the bottom is ready and the center is watery. 4. Flip the omelet and cook for another 30 seconds or until set. Then, put it on a plate. 5. Coat the kale with the excess oil, cilantro, sunflower seeds, lime juice, salt, and crushed red pepper. 6. Put the kale salad over the omelet and top with avocado.

Pizza Quesadillas

These quesadillas are different from the Mexican version. The recipe uses cheese, Italian meat, and seasoning. It is great with a green salad. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 12 slices of pepperoni 1 cup of meatless spaghetti sauce 4 flour tortillas 2 tsp softened butter 8 thin slices of hard salami 1 cup of shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese ¼ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese ½ tsp dried oregano Procedure:

1. Cook the spaghetti sauce in a small saucepan on medium-low heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until well-heated. 2. Put butter on one side of the tortillas and put mozzarella cheese on the sides without butter for 2 tortillas. 3. Put pepperoni and salami on top and sprinkle with oregano and Parmesan cheese. 4. Place the excess tortillas with the buttered side facing up. 5. Cook on the griddle on medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes on every side or until the cheese melts. 6. Slice into wedges and serve with warm spaghetti sauce.

Fast Shrimp Scampi

The butter and garlic flavors of this quick shrimp dish make it delicious. You can serve it as your main meal or as an appetizer. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb. peeled and deveined uncooked shrimp ⅛ to ¼ tsp cayenne pepper 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp white wine or chicken broth 1 minced large garlic clove ½ tsp salt 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley

5 tsp lemon juice Procedure: 1. Put the garlic, cayenne, and butter in a 9-inch microwave-safe pie plate. Cover it and microwave it on high for around a minute or until the butter melts. 2. Add the lemon juice, parsley, salt, and wine. 3. Toss and coat the shrimp. 4. Cover and microwave on high for 2 ½ to 3 ½ minutes or till the shrimp become pink. 5. Mix it and serve.

Avocado and Tomato Sandwiches

All the vegetarians out there will enjoy these fast, healthy, and tasty sandwiches. This sandwich features smashed avocado and sliced tomato placed between 2 slices of bread. It is perfect for those who are after a hearthealthy sandwich and a great alternative to the BLT sandwich. You can carry the sandwiches for lunch or enjoy them for breakfast. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 2 Ingredients: ½ peeled and mashed medium ripe avocado 1 sliced medium tomato 4 toasted whole-wheat bread slices ¼ cup of hummus 2 tbsp finely chopped shallot Procedure:

1. Put the avocado on 2 toasted bread slices and add the shallot and tomato on top. 2. Spread the hummus on the excess toasted bread slices and put these on top of the avocado toasts facing down on the top of the tomato.

Spinach and White Bean Salmon

If you are craving a Southern dish, you will enjoy this salmon dish with spinach and garlic-tasting beans. Prep Time: 15 minutes Serving Size: 4 Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets

1 pack fresh spinach 1 tsp seafood seasoning 5 tsp olive oil 1 can of rinsed and drained cannellini beans 1 minced garlic clove ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper Lemon wedges Procedure: 1. Preheat the broiler 2. Using 2 tsp of oil to rub the salmon fillets. Put some seafood seasoning and place them on the broiler pan rack with grease. 3. Broil 5 to 6 inches from heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until the fish can be easily flaked using a fork. 4. Heat the excess oil in a large pan on medium heat. Put the garlic and cook it for 15 to 30 seconds or until it becomes fragrant. 5. Mix salt, pepper, and beans and coat the beans with garlic oil. 6. Cook the spinach until it wilts. 7. Serve the salmon fillets with the spinach mixture and lemon wedges.

Beet and Nectarine Salad

You can make your mixed greens more interesting by adding feta cheese, beets, and nectarines. It may seem odd, but the blend of these ingredients will make it your next favorite salad. This is especially a perfect salad recipe if you want to entertain your family or guests with a sweet and tangy salad. While the combination of ingredients seems strange, you will definitely make this salad one of your favorites after trying it. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 8 Ingredients:

2 packs of spring mixed salad greens 1 can of drained silenced beets 2 sliced medium nectarines ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese ½ cup of balsamic vinaigrette Procedure: 1. Coat the mixed salad greens and nectarines using the vinaigrette. 2. Put cheese and beets on top and serve immediately.

Cheese and Broccoli Omelet

This vibrant omelet dish is great if your kids are not used to eating vegetables. You can chop the spinach and broccoli so that they can cook faster and can be easily eaten by kids. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 1 Ingredients: 1 large egg 2 tbsp shredded Monterey Jack cheese ½ cup of finely chopped broccoli ½ cup of finely chopped spinach 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil ⅛ tsp salt 1 tbsp low-fat milk 1 tbsp finely chopped chives 1 tbsp low-fat sour cream

Procedure: 1. Heat oil in a small non-stick pan on medium heat. 2. Next, add the spinach and broccoli. Cook and occasionally stir for 2 to 4 minutes or until they become tender and bright green. 3. Whisk the milk and egg in a small bowl. Stir the mixture in the pan and mix with the vegetables. 4. Cook by tilting the pan and allowing the egg to move below the edges until the egg creates an even and thin layer, 5. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes or until it becomes a bit wet. Once it starts to brown, lower the heat. 6. Put cheese and salt. Then, roll into an omelet using a spatula. 7. Top it with chives and sour cream before serving.

Crumb Topping

If you can’t resist crumb cake, then you will be pleased to know that crumb topping is fast and convenient to make. You can enjoy this more with vanilla ice cream, thick custard, or cream. Crumb topping can also be used on top of muffins, pies, bread, fruit dessert, and coffee cakes. Prep Time: 10 minutes Serving Size: 1 Ingredients: ⅓ cup of whole-wheat or all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups of old-fashioned rolled oats ½ cup of brown sugar

¾ cup of chopped pecans or almonds 5 tbsp canola oil ¾ tsp ground cinnamon Procedure: 1. Mix the nuts, brown sugar, oats, cinnamon, and flour in a medium bowl. Stir everything until well-blended. 2. Put over the dry ingredients and combine until the topping is moistened evenly. Place on top of bread, cakes, and fruit desserts before baking.

Conclusion Finally, you can make delicious meals even when you are pressed for time. You do not need to spend many hours in the kitchen to make a fantastic meal. Therefore, we highly recommend you try all these recipes that will surely be enjoyed by your family.

About the Author Heston Brown is an accomplished chef and successful e-book author from Palo Alto California. After studying cooking at The New England Culinary Institute, Heston stopped briefly in Chicago where he was offered head chef at some of the city’s most prestigious restaurants. Brown decide that he missed the rolling hills and sunny weather of California and moved back to his home state to open up his own catering company and give private cooking classes. Heston lives in California with his beautiful wife of 18 years and his two daughters who also have aspirations to follow in their father’s footsteps and pursue careers in the culinary arts. Brown is well known for his delicious fish and chicken dishes and teaches these recipes as well as many others to his students. When Heston gave up his successful chef position in Chicago and moved back to California, a friend suggested he use the internet to share his recipes with the world and so he did! To date, Heston Brown has written over 1000 e-books that contain recipes, cooking tips, business strategies for catering companies and a self-help book he wrote from personal experience. He claims his wife has been his inspiration throughout many of his endeavours and continues to be his partner in business as well as life. His greatest joy is having all three women in his life in the kitchen with him cooking their favourite meal while his favourite jazz music plays in the background.

Author's Afterthoughts

Thank you to all the readers who invested time and money into my book! I cherish every one of you and hope you took the same pleasure in reading it as I did in writing it. Out of all of the books out there, you chose mine and for that I am truly grateful. It makes the effort worth it when I know my readers are enjoying my work from beginning to end. Please take a few minutes to write an Amazon review so that others can benefit from your opinions and insight. Your review will help countless other readers make an informed choice Thank you so much, Heston Brown