Casablanca – Not every day is meant to be spent in the kitchen cooking elaborate meals. Some days call for something simple, quick, and still satisfying without draining your energy.

Whether it’s minimal ingredients, no-fuss steps, or oven-based meals that do the work for you, these easy ideas are perfect for days when cooking feels like too much effort but you still want something homemade.

Ground Beef Sandwich

Ingredients

  • Ground beef
  • Tomato slices
  • Barbecue sauce
  • Salt & pepper
  • Paprika
  • Ground beef spices
  • A pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

  • Season the ground beef with spices and mix well. No need to shape it into anything. 
  • Cook it in a pan with a mix of oil and butter until done, then add a touch of barbecue sauce for extra flavor. 
  • Place it inside a sandwich, add fresh tomato slices, and any extra sauces you like to keep it from feeling dry.
Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • Pasta (boiled or ready-to-use)
  • Cucumber
  • Tomato
  • Carrot
  • Tuna
  • Maize
  • Mayonnaise
  • Olive oil
  • Salt & pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta, then let it cool. 
  • Add chopped cucumber, tomato, carrot, tuna, and maize. 
  • Season with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil, then mix everything with mayonnaise until well combined.
Quick pizza

Ingredients

  • Ready-made pizza dough
  • Tomato sauce
  • Onion
  • Sweet pepper
  • Grated cheese
  • Tuna or ground meat
  • Thyme

Instructions

  • Spread tomato sauce over the dough, then add cheese, tuna or ground meat, onion, and sweet pepper. 
  • Top with more cheese and sprinkle thyme before placing it in the oven until golden and melted.

Et voilà. Bsaha!

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