Recipes For Healthy & Cheap Meals

[Tsar]

@Pixel--Dude

What are the grams of the bag of cashews that you use and the liters of the pot that you use cook the soup?

Do you make enough for one meal or do you make it so there's leftovers?

Also, what is Lurpak Butter?

I assume natural yogurt means plain yogurt without anything added to it?

Are you a vegetarian or is the soup by chance vegetarian because meat is an expensive ingredient?

[Voyager1]

Beef and Beet Borscht



Ingredients
1 (1 inch thick) slice
Bone-In Beef Shank
3 quarts Water
1 Onion (chopped)
1 cup Carrots (chopped)
½ cup Celery (chopped)
1 Bay Leaf
3 cups Beets (diced peeled)
2 cups Cabbage (chopped)
¼ cup White Vinegar (or to taste)
add Salt And Ground Black Pepper
1 cup Sour Cream (for garnish)
2 tablespoons Fresh Dill (chopped, for garnish)

Step 1
Cook beef shank in a large soup pot over high heat until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Add water, onion, carrots, celery, and bay leaf; bring to a simmer and cook until meat is tender and falling off the bone, about 4 hours. Strain broth and discard solids.

Step 2
Combine beef broth, beets, and cabbage in the same pot; cook, stirring occasionally, until beets are tender, about 30 minutes. Reduce heat to low; add vinegar, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3
Serve soup in bowls garnished with sour cream and dill.

[michael.gaines]

Air fried potatoes are a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried potatoes, as they use significantly less oil while still producing crispy and delicious results. Here's a simple and tasty recipe for air-fried potatoes:

Ingredients:

4 medium-sized potatoes (russet, Yukon gold, or your preferred variety)
2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for added flavor)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
Fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions:
1. Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. You can peel the potatoes if you prefer, but leaving the skin on adds extra nutrients and texture.
2. Cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces. You can make them into thin strips (fries) or chunky wedges, depending on your preference.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the potato pieces with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss the potatoes until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.
4. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a few minutes.
5. Once the air fryer is preheated, place the seasoned potato pieces in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the basket; you may need to cook them in batches if your air fryer is small.
6. Cook the potatoes in the air fryer for about 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket or tossing the potatoes halfway through to ensure even cooking.
7. Check the potatoes for crispiness and doneness. If they need more time, continue cooking for a few more minutes until they reach your desired level of crispiness.
8. Once the potatoes are ready, transfer them to a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.

[Voyager1]

Fried Egg Sandwich

Lightly oil your non-stick pan and turn to medium heat. Crack on two eggs, do not scramble. Cook them till they are just hard. Do not overcook. I usually flip mine over.

Toast two slices of bread lightly brown. Apply generous amounts of real butter. This is a key step. The more butter the better your sandwich will taste.

Place on your eggs. Add salt and pepper to taste. Slice in half. Enjoy.

This recipe sounds simple but it really is good.