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Cooks Recipes, New York, NY (2025)

04/25/2025

🔥 Roasted Sesame-Chile Cabbage Salad – Crunchy, Spicy, and So Addictive! 🥬🌶️

This isn’t your average salad. It’s bold, it’s roasted, and it’s got a spicy sesame kick that’ll wake up your taste buds and make you forget you’re eating cabbage 😍

🥢 Why You'll Love It:
✔️ Roasty, crispy edges
✔️ Spicy-sweet sesame dressing
✔️ Totally plant-based and heart-healthy
✔️ Meal-prep friendly

🛒 What You’ll Need:
🥬 Green cabbage (cut into thick wedges or large chunks)
🌶️ Sesame oil + chili crisp or chili flakes
🍯 Soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of honey (optional)
🧄 Garlic (always!)
🥄 Toasted sesame seeds + green onions to finish

🔥 How to Make It:
1️⃣ Toss cabbage pieces with sesame oil, garlic, chili flakes (or chili crisp), and roast at 425°F for ~20–25 min until caramelized.
2️⃣ Whisk together a quick dressing: sesame oil + soy sauce + rice vinegar + a drizzle of honey or maple (for balance).
3️⃣ Drizzle over roasted cabbage, then sprinkle sesame seeds + scallions on top. Boom. 💥

💬 Pro tip: Add crispy tofu, a soft-boiled egg, or edamame for a protein boost 💪
Tag a veggie lover who needs this in their life 🌱

04/25/2025

💍 “Marry Me” Chicken Meatballs — Warning: May Cause Sudden Proposals 🍗💘
Legend has it… someone made these meatballs and got engaged before the sauce even thickened.
Are they that good? Yes. Are we saying you’ll get a ring? Also yes. 😏💅
🧄 What You’ll Need (aka: your flavor arsenal):
For the meatballs:

1 lb ground chicken (or turkey, if you're rebellious)

1 egg (binder of love)

¼ cup grated parmesan

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning — just trust your soul

For the “marry me” sauce:

½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped like your ex’s texts)

1 cup heavy cream (don’t sub almond milk, this is not that kind of recipe)

½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, but we like drama)

½ cup grated parmesan

Fresh basil for garnish (and Instagram)

🥄 How to Woo with Food:
1️⃣ Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl. Form into cute little balls — about 1.5 inches. Admire them. Whisper encouragement.
2️⃣ Sear in a hot skillet with a bit of oil until golden on all sides (not fully cooked — they’ll finish in the sauce, just like you in life).
3️⃣ Remove meatballs and set aside. In the same pan, sauté garlic + sun-dried tomatoes until your kitchen smells like a romantic getaway.
4️⃣ Stir in cream, parmesan, pepper flakes, and let it get nice and cozy. Add meatballs back in, simmer 10–12 mins until fully cooked and saucy AF.
5️⃣ Garnish with basil, serve over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or straight from the pan with a fork and zero shame.

✨ Bonus: if no one proposes, that just means more leftovers for you 💁‍♀️

04/24/2025

Here are 4 easy 3-ingredient spring dessert ideas — light, fresh, and perfect for the season when you want something sweet without too much fuss 🍓🍋🌸

🍓 1. Strawberry Coconut Bites
Ingredients:

Fresh strawberries (halved)

Shredded coconut

White chocolate (or yogurt chips), melted

Instructions:
Dip strawberry halves in melted white chocolate, roll in shredded coconut, and chill until set. A bite-sized, juicy treat!

🍋 2. Lemon Whip Mousse
Ingredients:

Lemon curd

Whipped cream

Crushed graham crackers (optional topping)

Instructions:
Fold lemon curd into whipped cream (about 2:1 ratio) until light and fluffy. Spoon into glasses and top with graham crumbs or berries. Light and zingy!

🍑 3. Peach Sorbet
Ingredients:

Frozen peach slices

Honey

Splash of lemon juice

Instructions:
Blend everything until smooth and creamy. Serve immediately or freeze for 1 hour for firmer texture. So refreshing!

🌼 4. Honey Ricotta Toasts with Berries
Ingredients:

Whole milk ricotta

Fresh spring berries (blueberries, raspberries, etc.)

Honey

Instructions:
Spread ricotta on toasted baguette slices, top with berries and a drizzle of honey. Elegant and effortless.

04/24/2025

🌸 4 Fresh & Full Spring Breakfast Ideas You’ll Love! 🍳🥑🍓

Looking for the perfect way to start your spring mornings? Here are 4 vibrant, wholesome, and satisfying breakfast plate combos that celebrate the season’s best flavors. Save this post for your next brunch inspo! 💚

🥚 1. Spring Veggie & Feta Scramble Plate
✨ Scrambled eggs with asparagus, snap peas & cherry tomatoes
✨ Crumbled feta & fresh herbs
✨ Whole grain toast + avocado slices
✨ Optional: a dollop of Greek yogurt on the side

Fresh, protein-packed, and super quick!

🍋 2. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes + Berry Compote
✨ Fluffy pancakes with lemon zest & ricotta
✨ Warm berry compote with strawberries, raspberries & blueberries
✨ Drizzle of maple or honey
✨ Serve with scrambled eggs or turkey sausage for a balanced plate

Bright, sweet, and springy 💕

🐟 3. Smoked Salmon Spring Brunch Plate
✨ Smoked salmon slices
✨ Soft boiled egg (runny perfection!)
✨ Cucumber ribbons, radishes, capers
✨ Toasted bagel with lemon-chive whipped cream cheese

Elegant, fresh, and totally brunch-worthy ✨

🍠 4. Sweet Potato & Spring Greens Hash
✨ Roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed spinach & red onion
✨ Fried egg on top
✨ Optional: bell peppers or goat cheese crumbles
✨ On the side: Greek yogurt with granola & honey

Hearty and energizing with just the right amount of crunch 🌱

04/24/2025

🍍 HUMMINGBIRD CAKE 🍌
A moist, tropical Southern classic with ripe bananas, crushed pineapple, toasted pecans, and luscious cream cheese frosting! Perfect for celebrations or just because. 😍

Ingredients:
✔ 3 cups all-purpose flour
✔ 1 tsp baking soda
✔ 1 tsp cinnamon
✔ ½ tsp salt
✔ 3 eggs, beaten
✔ 1 ½ cups sugar
✔ 1 cup vegetable oil
✔ 2 tsp vanilla extract
✔ 2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3-4 bananas)
✔ 1 (8 oz) can crushed pineapple, undrained
✔ 1 cup chopped pecans, plus extra for garnish

Cream Cheese Frosting:
✔ 8 oz cream cheese, softened
✔ ½ cup butter, softened
✔ 4 cups powdered sugar
✔ 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round pans.
2️⃣ Whisk dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt).
3️⃣ Mix wet ingredients (eggs, sugar, oil, vanilla, bananas, pineapple).
4️⃣ Combine wet & dry, fold in pecans. Pour into pans.
5️⃣ Bake 25-30 mins or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
6️⃣ Frosting: Beat cream cheese & butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar & vanilla. Frost layers and sides, then garnish with pecans!

💡 Tip: For extra decadence, toast the pecans first! This cake gets even better the next day.

04/24/2025

🥦✨ Broccoli Pesto Pasta = the green goddess of weeknight dinners! ✨🥦

Think classic pesto… but with a twist. We’re swapping in broccoli for a fresh, vibrant take that’s creamy, nutritious, and totally crave-worthy. 🍝💚

Here’s what you’ll need:

12 oz pasta of your choice (penne, fusilli, whatever you vibe with)

2 cups broccoli florets (lightly steamed or blanched)

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup toasted almonds or walnuts

2 cloves garlic

Juice of 1/2 lemon

1/3 cup olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste

Optional but delicious: red pepper flakes, cherry tomatoes, or a little extra Parm on top!

To make it:

Cook your pasta and set aside some pasta water.

In a blender or food processor, blend broccoli, nuts, garlic, lemon juice, Parmesan, olive oil, salt & pepper until smooth (add pasta water to get that perfect creamy texture).

Toss the pesto with your pasta. Done. You’re a genius.

It’s cozy, it’s healthy-ish, and it tastes like spring in a bowl. 🌱

04/24/2025

🌯 Beef Burrito Bowl Goodness! 🌯

Taco Tuesday just got a major upgrade (and honestly, it's good any day of the week). This Beef Burrito Bowl is packed with flavor and super easy to make. You’ve got:

🔥 Taco-spiced ground beef
🍠 Roasted sweet potatoes
🌿 Creamy cilantro-lime sauce
🍚 Served over rice (or quinoa if you're fancy)

Here’s the quick recipe:

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

2 tsp taco seasoning

2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt & pepper

2 cups cooked rice

Optional toppings: black beans, corn, avocado, shredded cheese, salsa

Cilantro-Lime Sauce:

1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Juice of 1 lime

1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Pinch of salt

Directions:

Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25 mins.

While that’s going, brown the beef in a skillet with taco seasoning.

Blend or stir together sauce ingredients until creamy.

Assemble bowls: rice, beef, sweet potatoes, drizzle that sauce, and pile on your fave toppings.

That’s it! Healthy-ish, super satisfying, and full of flavor.

04/24/2025

🔥 Spicy Cajun Chicken & Creamy Parmesan Linguine 🍝

Turn up the flavor with this restaurant-worthy dish—juicy Cajun-spiced chicken atop silky parmesan linguine! Ready in 30 minutes and packed with bold, comforting flavors.

🍗 Ingredients (Serves 2):
For the Chicken:

2 boneless chicken breasts

1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

1 tsp paprika

1 tbsp olive oil

For the Pasta:

8 oz linguine

2 tbsp butter

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup grated parmesan

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

Fresh parsley (garnish)

👨‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ Season chicken with Cajun spice and paprika. Sear in olive oil for 6-7 mins per side. Slice.
2️⃣ Cook pasta al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
3️⃣ Make sauce: Sauté garlic in butter, add cream and parmesan. Simmer 3 mins. Toss with pasta.
4️⃣ Serve: Top linguine with sliced chicken. Garnish with parsley and extra parmesan.

🌶️ Kick It Up a Notch!
Extra heat? Add red pepper flakes.

Lighter? Use half-and-half instead of cream.

Veggie boost? Toss in sautéed bell peppers or spinach.

04/24/2025

🌿🍳 Ultimate Power Breakfast Bowl – Eggs, Avocado & Berries! 🥑🍇

Kickstart your day with this protein-packed, nutrient-rich bowl that combines fluffy scrambled eggs, creamy avocado, fresh greens, and antioxidant-loaded berries! Perfect for busy mornings or a leisurely weekend brunch.

✨ What’s Inside:

Fluffy Scrambled Eggs (soft & creamy!)

Sliced Avocado (healthy fats)

Arugula/Spinach (iron boost)

Mixed Berries & Banana (natural sweetness)

Everything Bagel Seasoning (optional crunch)

⏱️ Ready in just 10 minutes!

🥣 Ingredients (1 serving):
For the Eggs:

2 large eggs

1 tbsp milk (or almond milk)

½ tbsp butter or olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste

For the Bowl:

½ avocado, sliced

½ cup arugula/spinach

¼ cup blueberries

¼ cup blackberries

½ banana, sliced

Optional: Everything bagel seasoning, honey drizzle

👩‍🍳 Simple Steps:
1️⃣ Scramble the eggs: Whisk eggs + milk. Cook low & slow in butter until creamy.
2️⃣ Assemble: Place eggs in a bowl, arrange avocado, greens, and fruits around them.
3️⃣ Finish: Sprinkle with seasoning or a honey drizzle for extra flavor!

🌱 Customize It!
Vegan? Swap eggs for tofu scramble.

Low-carb? Skip the banana, add nuts.

Extra protein? Top with smoked salmon or turkey slices.

04/24/2025

🌸 Spring Veggie Pasta 🍝 – Fresh, Light & Bursting with Flavor!

Celebrate spring with this vibrant pasta loaded with crisp asparagus, peas, and a creamy lemon sauce! Ready in 20 minutes and perfect for weeknights. 🌿

🥬 Ingredients (Serves 4):

12 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)

1 cup fresh peas (or frozen)

1 bunch asparagus, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for vegan)

Zest + juice of 1 lemon

1/4 cup parmesan (optional)

2 tbsp olive oil

Salt, pepper & red pepper flakes to taste

👩‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ Cook pasta in salted water. Add peas & asparagus last 2 mins. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
2️⃣ Sauté garlic in olive oil 1 min (don’t burn!).
3️⃣ Add cream, lemon zest/juice, and pasta water. Simmer 2 mins.
4️⃣ Toss with pasta & veggies. Top with parmesan & pepper flakes.

🌱 Seasonal Swaps:
Protein boost: Add grilled shrimp or chickpeas

Gluten-free: Use GF pasta or zucchini noodles

Herb garnish: Top with fresh basil or mint

04/24/2025

🇹🇭 Thai Iced Tea 🧊 – Creamy, Sweet & Irresistible!

Skip the takeout and make this authentic Thai Iced Tea at home! Perfectly spiced, ultra-creamy, and so refreshing – your new summer obsession starts here. 😍

🍵 Ingredients (1 serving):

1 cup hot water

2 tbsp Thai tea leaves (or 1 tea bag)

2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk

1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)

1-2 tbsp evaporated milk (for topping)

Ice

👩‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ Steep tea leaves in hot water for 5 mins. Strain and discard leaves.
2️⃣ Stir in sugar and condensed milk until dissolved. Let cool.
3️⃣ Fill a glass with ice, pour tea over it.
4️⃣ Top with evaporated milk for that classic orange-and-white swirl!

🌟 5 Delicious Variations:
1️⃣ Vegan → Use coconut milk + maple syrup
2️⃣ Bubble Tea → Add tapioca pearls
3️⃣ Coffee Fusion → Mix with 1 shot espresso (”Dirty Thai Tea”)
4️⃣ Spiced → Add a cinnamon stick while steeping
5️⃣ Frappe → Blend with ice for a slushy version

🔥 Spice Lover? Add a dash of cayenne for a Thai-Mexican twist!

04/24/2025

🔥 S’mores Bars 🍫 – All the Gooey Goodness, No Campfire Needed!

Who needs a bonfire when you can have these decadent S’mores Bars ready in minutes? 😍 Perfectly toasted marshmallows, melty chocolate, and a buttery graham cracker crust – this is summer in every bite!

🍪 Ingredients:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

½ cup melted butter

¼ cup sugar

1 ½ cups chocolate chips (milk or dark)

2 cups mini marshmallows

👩‍🍳 Method:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix graham crumbs, butter, and sugar. Press firmly into the pan.
3️⃣ Bake crust for 8-10 mins until golden. Let cool slightly.
4️⃣ Sprinkle chocolate chips over the crust, then top with marshmallows.
5️⃣ Broil for 1-2 mins (watch closely!) until marshmallows are golden.
6️⃣ Cool completely before slicing into squares.

💡 Variations:

Add peanut butter between layers for a twist!

Gluten-free? Use GF graham crackers.

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