Busy cook’s best-kept secrets revealed: 27 quick recipes!

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Don’t let a busy schedule keep you from enjoying tasty meals. Our handpicked collection of 27 quick and easy recipes is the perfect solution for those on the go. With minimal prep and cooking time, you can have a wholesome and delicious meal on the table in no time.

Egg Bites.
Egg Bites. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Easy Burrito

Someone stacking veggie burritos.
Veggie Burrito. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Craving something quick with a little bit of Mexican flair? Our Black Bean and Cilantro Rice Burrito is just what the doctor ordered. It’s got all the classic flavors you love, plus a few surprises that will have you coming back for more. So whether you’re in the mood for lunch, dinner, or a midnight snack, this burrito has got you covered.
Grab the Recipe: Easy Burrito

Copycat Chipotle Black Beans

Chipotle black beans cooked and in a serving bowl.
Copycat Chipotle Black Beans. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Ready for some restaurant-quality black beans without leaving your house? These copycat Chipotle black beans are the perfect Friday night dinner addition. And the best part? You can customize them to your liking!
Grab the Recipe: Copycat Chipotle Black Beans

Tortilla Pizza

Tortilla Pizza.
Tortilla Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Calling all pizza lovers! Our Quick Tortilla Pizza is a game-changer. It’s quick, easy, and oh-so-delicious. Plus, it’s customizable, so you can add your favorite toppings and create a pizza that’s uniquely yours. Trust us, once you try this recipe, you’ll never go back to delivery again.
Grab the Recipe: Tortilla Pizza

Mushroom Risotto

Mushroom Risotto.
Mushroom Risotto. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Bursting with flavor, this delicious mushroom risotto will be on your table in 15 minutes.
Grab the Recipe: Mushroom Risotto

Neapolitan Pizza

Neapolitan Pizza.
Neapolitan Pizza. Photo Credits: Splash of Taste.

In as little as 5 minutes, you can be eating this tasty homemade pizza with the best homemade ingredients right in your own kitchen!
Grab the Recipe: Neapolitan Pizza

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

Sweet potato cubes on a plate with a dipping sauce.
Sweet Potato Cubes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

If you’re looking for a new go-to snack, our Quick Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes are about to be your new obsession. They’re crispy, healthy, and oh-so-addictive. And with the magic of the air fryer, they’re ready in no time. So go ahead, pop them in your mouth and enjoy!
Grab the Recipe: Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes

Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla

Air Fryer Cheese Quesadillas.
Air Fryer Cheese Quesadillas. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Attention all cheese lovers! Our Quick Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla is about to become your new obsession. It’s crispy, cheesy, and oh-so-easy to make. Plus, with the convenience of the air fryer, it’s ready in no time. So what are you waiting for? Get your cheese fix now!
Grab the Recipe: Air Fryer Cheese Quesadilla

Air Fryer Egg Bites

Egg Bites.
Egg Bites. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Craving a restaurant-quality breakfast at home? Our air fryer egg bites will transport you to your favorite brunch spot with their velvety texture and mouthwatering flavors. Plus, they’re customizable, allowing you to add your favorite veggies, cheese, and herbs for a personalized touch.
Grab the Recipe: Air Fryer Egg Bites

Pizza bagels

Pizza Bagels.
Pizza Bagels. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Get a quick pizza fix with store cupboard ingredients; these bad boys will be ready in 20 minutes.
Grab the Recipe: Pizza Bagels

Peri Peri Fries

Peri Peri Fries. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste.

Forget French fries; these fries have a fiery kick to them, and once tasted, you won’t want a regular French fry again.
Grab the Recipe: Peri Peri Fries

Copycat Chipotle Rice

Chipotle rice in a bowl with sliced lime and spoons.
Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

You love Chipotle’s cilantro and lime rice, but you don’t always have time to go out and get it. No worries – we’ve got the copycat recipe that will blow your mind. And the best part? It only takes 30 minutes or less to make!
Grab the Recipe: Copycat Chipotle Rice

Marinara Pizza

A cooked and sliced marinara pizza.
Marinara Pizza. Photo credit: Splash Of Taste

Sometimes the best food is the simplest; you’ve got to try this easy recipe.
Grab the Recipe: Marinara Pizza

Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e Pepe.
Cacio e Pepe. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Spaghetti cooked in a cheese and pepper sauce that is oh-so-good!
Grab the Recipe: Cacio e Pepe

Sweetcorn Fritters

Sweetcorn fritters in a stack.
Sweetcorn Fritters. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste.

Crispy, tasty, and loaded with sweetcorn, these fritters make for a delicious quick snack.

Get the Recipe: Sweetcorn Fritters

Baked Goat Cheese

Baked Goat Cheese.
Baked Goat Cheese. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Melted goat cheese with roasted cherry tomatoes is the perfect dish to dunk a slice of crusty bread into.
Grab the Recipe: Baked Goat Cheese

Artichoke Pizza

Artichoke Pizza.
Artichoke Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

If you haven’t tried an artichoke pizza yet, you’re missing out – big time!
Grab the Recipe: Artichoke Pizza

Roasted Baby Potatoes

Roasted Baby Potatoes.
Roasted Baby Potatoes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Whether you choose to eat them as a side or as a delicious snack with your favorite dipping sauce, one thing’s for sure. you’ll be pleased you made them.
Grab the Recipe: Roasted Baby Potatoes

Pesto Corn

Pesto corn on the cob on a serving plate.
Pesto Corn on the Cob. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste.

Did you realize that pesto is insanely good on corn? You have got to try this quick recipe.
Grab the Recipe: Pesto Corn

Penne alla Vodka

Penne alla Vodka.
Penne alla Vodka. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Rich, creamy, and fast! You can choose to leave the vodka out if you prefer.
Grab the Recipe: Penne alla Vodka

Mashed Potato Fritters

A stack of mashed potato fritters.
Mashed Potato Fritters. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Perfect for using up your leftover mashed potato and lip-smackingly tasty!
Grab the Recipe: Mashed Potato Fritters

Flatbread Pizza

Two flatbread pizzas on a tray.
Flatbread Pizza. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste.

What do you do when you crave pizza but don’t have a pizza crust? Make this super quick flatbread pizza, of course!
Grab the Recipe: Flatbread Pizza

Tomato Risotto

Tomato Risotto.
Tomato Risotto. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Popping with a creamy, tomatoey flavor, this tomato risotto is unnervingly easy to make.
Grab the Recipe: Tomato Risotto

Veggie Pizza

Someone taking a slice of veggie pizza.
Veggie Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Loaded with your favorite veggies and a generous helping of cheese, this will be one of your ‘go-to’ quick-fix meals.
Grab the Recipe: Veggie Pizza

Beetroot and Grilled Halloumi Salad

Sliced halloumi cheese, beets and greens in a white ceramic bowl.
Beetroot and Grilled Halloumi Salad. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste.

Salty grilled halloumi cheese with delicious roasted beetroot, topped with a scattering of pine nuts, the perfect quick salad.
Grab the Recipe: Beetroot and Grilled Halloumi Salad

Penne Arrabiata

Penne Arrabiata.
Penne Arrabiata. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Firy arrabiata sauce with perfectly cooked penne pasta makes this quick meal not only super fast but a firm favorite.
Grab the Recipe: Penne Arrabiata

Vegetable Fritters

Vegetable fritters in a stack.

These crispy fritters are a great way to get kids eating hidden veggies – they’re easy to make and even easier to eat!
Grab the Recipe: Vegetable Fritters

Tomato Pizza

Someone slicing a pizza with a pizza cutter.
Tomato Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Fresh sliced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and an insanely tasty pizza sauce make this tomato pizza seem too good to be true!
Grab the Recipe: Tomato Pizza

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