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These prawns with paprika, garlic, and white wine are one of those recipes that can be made in very little time and are always tempting. They have lots of flavor, an intense but balanced sauce, and that slightly spicy touch that makes it hard to resist dipping in bread.

There are recipes worth always having on hand, and for me this fried rice with egg, sun-dried tomatoes, and black olives is one of them. It comes together in just a few minutes, allows for countless variations, and is perfect for using up that leftover cooked rice from the day before.

Eggs Florentine are a classic French dish in which spinach takes centre stage. Whenever you see a recipe described as “Florentine”, it will contain spinach, which is undoubtedly the perfect bed on which to arrange eggs, fish or chicken before adding a generous layer of Mornay sauce, a delicious béchamel enriched with cheese.

The creamy chickpea recipe with spices and coconut milk (Balti-style) that I bring you today is a dish as aromatic and flavorful as it is quick to prepare. I assure you that you won't take even half an hour to cook it, and eating it is a true pleasure. This chickpea curry "Balti-style" is one of my favorite stews, because it saves me on days when I have little time to cook, but it's also a perfect recipe for more leisurely lunches or dinners, when I can enjoy all its nuances at my own pace.

These sautéed prawns with fresh ginger and black pepper are an ideal dish for impressing guests at home. You can serve them as a starter or as a main course, accompanied by fried rice or a green salad to balance the aromatic, spicy notes of the ginger and pepper. Whether you use fresh or frozen prawns, or king prawns, the result is full of flavour and has an Indian-inspired touch that I personally love.

Although the name of the recipe may make you think I grabbed the first thing I had in the fridge for this dish, I assure you this wok-fried rice with pineapple and apple is absolutely amazing. The contrast between the sweetness of the fruit and the spicy kick of the chili oil is very interesting, and the result is fabulous. The rice turns out fluffy, and the eggs add a slightly creamy texture that balances the dish.

Provençal tomatoes are one of my favourite side dishes, especially in summer, when tomatoes are at their very best. When eaten raw, they are fleshy, full of flavour and have the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. That is precisely why, when cooked this way, they make an ideal accompaniment to any dish, whether it is a grilled steak, roast chicken, steamed fish or simply a couple of fried eggs.

Quick, simple, and guaranteed to be a success, this Thai-style salmon egg recipe with casserole is a perfect option for any weekday meal. Once you see how easy it is to make, how little effort it takes to prepare, and how delicious it turns out, I’m sure it will earn a permanent place in your recipe collection. 

This beetroot spaghetti salad with mozzarella and parsley pesto is a fresh, colorful, and contrast-filled summer dish. The creaminess of the mozzarella, the natural sweetness of the beetroot, the crunchy touch of the walnuts, and the aromatic intensity of the pesto come together to create a light, eye-catching, and well-balanced dish. The combination of textures and flavors is a real success. An original recipe that is easy to prepare, perfect for any occasion. 

There are recipes that just always work, and this chorizo and mozzarella omelet is one of them. Few ingredients, ten minutes, and that magical moment when the mozzarella melts over the golden chorizo… seriously, even the smell it leaves in the kitchen already promises a lot. It’s one of those omelets you crave for lunch, dinner, or to add to a sandwich. Delicious!

Traditional meatloaf has the charm of those comforting, hearty recipes that make a home feel like home. It is a dish that takes time, but once it is brought to the table, it makes time stand still and leaves everyone silent as they eagerly wait for their slice on the plate.

There are dishes that have it all, like this classic French ratatouille. Warm, flavorful, aromatic, nutritious, and perfect for enjoying the best seasonal vegetables, this ratatouille is an ode to traditional cooking, the kind that goes from the garden to the table. A colorful dish, with a very elegant presentation, ideal for celebrating life and enjoying at home in good company.