Recipe Collection
Julia Child
“People who love to eat are always the best people.”
Cooking Philosophy
My Approach
- Simple ingredients — Quality over complexity
- Meal prep — Cook once, eat all week
- Healthy balance — Nutrition matters
- Cultural exploration — Try cuisines from around the world
Quick Recipes
15-Minute Garlic Shrimp
Servings: 2 | Time: 15 min | Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients:
- 300g shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat
- Season shrimp with salt and pepper
- Cook shrimp 2 minutes per side until pink
- Add garlic, cook 30 seconds until fragrant
- Deglaze with white wine
- Garnish with parsley and lemon
Pro Tip
Don’t overcook the shrimp! They’re done as soon as they turn pink and curl.
One-Pot Pasta Primavera
Servings: 4 | Time: 25 min | Difficulty: Easy
## Ingredients
- 400g spaghetti
- 2 cups mixed vegetables
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- Parmesan cheese
## Instructions
1. Cook pasta al dente
2. Sauté vegetables until tender-crisp
3. Add garlic, cook 1 minute
4. Toss pasta with vegetables
5. Add broth, season, and serveSee Healthy Habits for more on nutrition.
Meal Prep Guide
Sunday Prep
Spend 2 hours on Sunday, eat well all week.
| Day | Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | Overnight oats | Chicken salad | Stir-fry |
| Tue | Smoothie bowl | Leftovers | Pasta |
| Wed | Egg muffins | Grain bowl | Soup |
| Thu | Yogurt parfait | Leftovers | Tacos |
| Fri | Toast & avocado | Leftovers | Pizza |
International Recipes
Japanese: Miso Ramen
Authentic Recipe
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 3 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Ramen noodles
- Toppings: soft-boiled egg, nori, green onions
Mexican: Chicken Tacos
Quick Version
- 500g chicken breast
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 cup salsa
- Tortillas
- Toppings: avocado, cilantro, lime
Baking Basics
Baking is Science
Unlike cooking, baking requires precise measurements.
| Ingredient | Function | Substitute |
|---|---|---|
| Flour | Structure | Almond flour |
| Sugar | Sweetness | Honey, maple syrup |
| Butter | Fat, flavor | Coconut oil |
| Eggs | Binding | Flax eggs |
Common Baking Mistakes
- Using cold ingredients
- Overmixing batter
- Opening the oven door too early
- Not measuring precisely
Cooking Tips
Kitchen Wisdom
- Taste as you go
- Season in layers
- Don’t crowd the pan
- Let meat rest after cooking
- Save pasta water for sauces
See Also
- Healthy Habits — Nutrition principles
- Travel Journal — Food while traveling
- Smart Home Automation — Smart kitchen gadgets