Quick & Easy Recipes

Blueberry Dutch Baby

Blueberry Dutch Baby — a delicious all-in-one skillet breakfast and new favourite weekend treat. This Dutch Baby, is made with a batter of flour,...

Brussels Sprout Apple Salad with Dijon Dressing

This Brussels sprout apple salad is a simple, light and delicious side dish. A combination of shaved Brussels sprouts, sweet-tart apple, green onion, toasted...

Grilled Char: Whole Grilled Fish

Grilled char is one of my absolute favourite types of fish to enjoy whole. And the beauty of cooking whole fish is that it's...

Spaghetti alla Carbonara

Spaghetti alla Carbonara is a classic Italian pasta dish that’s creamy, rich, and bursting with flavour. My traditional carbonara recipe stays true to the...

Pasta with Chanterelle Mushrooms, Pink Peppercorns & Mascarpone

A quick and easy pasta dish -- pasta with wild chanterelle mushrooms. Pink peppercorns, white wine mascarpone turn it into something delectable! If you are...

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Hazelnuts and Pomegranate

So how do you transform these cute little cabbages into something amazing? -- Roast them! I love roasted Brussels sprouts! And I particularly love...

Lentil Puttanesca Pasta

Lentil Puttanesca is a bold, flavour-packed twist on the Italian classic — hearty, satisfying, and ready in no time. This quick tomato-based pasta sauce...

Braised Mushrooms and White Beans

This one-pan recipe for braised mushrooms and white beans is light, creamy and simply delicious. The combination of sautéed mushrooms, garlic, winter greens, cannellini...

Wild Garlic and Cheddar Scones

Wild garlic and cheddar scones are the perfect way to enjoy springs abundance of wild garlic. Scones are one of my favourite comfort food...

Black Bean Corn Salad

This black bean corn salad is so flavorful and refreshing! A classic Southwestern combo of black beans, corn, tomato, red pepper, avocado and cilantro...

Soft Chocolate Chip Cookies

If there is a "Hall of Fame" for cookies, then my Aunt Heather’s 30-year-old recipe for soft chocolate chippers would have definitely found a...

German Ham and Egg Noodles (Schinkennudeln)

This is a super quick, super simple classic kid-centric German recipe. One that only requires scrounging a few staples together. Noodles. Eggs. Ham. It’s...

Mediterranean Pasta Salad

This Mediterranean Pasta Salad recipe is light and fresh, it’s loaded with summer’s favourite produce, olives, capers, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a...

Green Bean Salad with Walnuts, Dates and Roquefort

Green Bean Salad with Walnuts, Dates and Roquefort – what a delicious combo!! Toasted walnuts and blue cheese are a classic combo, but add...

Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint Dressing 

Today, I’ve got a dish that’s as easy as it is beautiful – Fresh and Easy Watermelon Salad with Feta, Strawberries and Tomatoes. Featuring...

German Sausage Salad (Wurstsalat)

A German Sausage Salad is a true delicacy. With my easy recipe, you'll have a delicious salad on the table in just 15 minutes—just...

Fresh Fava Bean Dip – Green Hummus

This fresh fava bean dip is made with just 8 ingredients. Simple! I guess you could say it's a delicious alternative to the chickpea...

Savory Scones with Feta, Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Herbs

This recipe for savory scones with feta, sun-dried tomatoes and herbs is makes for a great snack or something to savor with soup for...

Kohlrabi Apple Salad with Honey-Dijon Dressing

This Kohlrabi Apple Salad recipe was ignited by my French friend Magali who continues to inspire me. It's based on a salad she makes...

Mediterranean Gnocchi Bake

This Mediterranean Gnocchi Bake is the perfect twist on a classic pasta bake. Inspired by the vibrant flavours of Pasta Puttanesca, it brings together...

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Quick and easy recipes for effortlessly delicious meals in 30-35 minutes (or less!)

Most of these recipes can be prepared in less than 30 minutes. Even the ones esimated to take 35 minutes (I estimate extra time for chopping since some of us are quicker than others). All of the these quick recipes are made with fresh ingredients, and prepared by scratch. That means there are no shortcuts using a microwave and no frozen pizza involved. So whether you are stretched for time, or the weather is too nice to spend time in the kitchen, here you will find lots of recipes that are tasty and healthy and even ones that will satisfy the whole family.

Fresh ingredients are the key to simple and tasty meals

The secret to a simple and tasty meal is fresh, high-quality ingredients. If you shop right, then you can easily conjure up many delicious dishes in a short amount of time. Which is why I love my weekly farmers market. That’s Elle Republic’s claim. It’s possible to eat delicious and healthy food without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. So let yourself be inspired and get started. Whether salads, stews, soups or curries. The choice is vast. I have put together recipes for you from many different countries around the world and interpreted new ones. There’s nothing wrong with combining Asian and Mediterranean food. Or Germany meets Jamaica. Everything is possible as long as it tastes good and, in this case, is done quickly. You’ll also find quick and easy recipe ideas for breakfast and snacks.  Have fun with these simple, healthy and tasty ideas!