Here you will find 4 easy and delicious recipes to start getting the hang of cooking.

Spaghetti Carbonara:

Ingredients:

• 300 g of spaghetti
• 150 g of pancetta or bacon strips
• 3 eggs
• 100 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves of minced garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the pancetta or bacon over medium heat until golden and crispy. If desired, you can add minced garlic for extra flavor. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it well and set it aside. Do not rinse with cold water, as the starch will help the sauce adhere better.
4. Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the pancetta or bacon and mix well to combine the flavors.
5. Remove the skillet from the heat and quickly pour the egg and cheese mixture over the spaghetti. Stir quickly to allow the eggs to cook with the residual heat from the pasta, forming a creamy sauce. Serve the spaghetti carbonara immediately, sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and enjoy this delicious and comforting Italian recipe. Buon appetito!

Chicken and Vegies Rice:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of rice
• 500 g of chicken breast, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 carrot,
• 1 red bell pepper sliced
• 1 green bell pepper sliced
• 1 cup of peas (fresh or frozen)
• 4 cups of chicken broth or hot water
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin (optional)
• Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken and brown it on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
3. In the same pot, add a little more oil if needed and sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until golden and fragrant.
4. Add the carrot, bell peppers, and peas to the pot and cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are tender. Incorporate the rice into the pot and mix well with the vegetables, cooking for a couple of minutes to allow the rice to absorb the flavors.
5. Return the browned chicken to the pot and pour in the chicken broth or hot water. Season with salt, pepper, and ground cumin if using. Stir well. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
6. Cook on low heat for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed completely.
7. Once the rice is ready, remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
8. Serve the chicken and vegetable rice in individual plates, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and enjoy this delicious homemade meal!

Potato Omelette:

Ingredients:

• 4-5 medium potatoes
• 1 large onion
• 6 eggs Salt to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions:

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin slices. Also, slice the onion thinly.
2. In a large skillet, heat a good amount of olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Add the potatoes and onion to the skillet and fry them until tender but not golden, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the eggs and add salt to taste.
5. Once the potatoes and onion are cooked, drain them well from the excess oil and add them to the bowl with the beaten eggs. Mix everything well so that the potatoes and onion are well coated with the eggs.
6. In the same skillet where you fried the potatoes and onion, add a little more oil if necessary and heat it over medium heat. Pour the mixture of potatoes, onion, and egg into the skillet and spread it evenly with a spatula.
7. Cook the omelette for about 5 minutes on each side or until golden and set on the inside. You can use a large plate to flip the omelette and cook the other side.
8. Once the omelette is cooked on both sides, remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before cutting it into portions and serving.
9. And there you have it! A delicious potato omelette ready to enjoy. You can serve it with a fresh salad or enjoy it on its own. Bon appétit!

Broken Eggs:

Ingredients:

•  4 eggs 2-3 medium potatoes
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Optional: Serrano ham or bacon cut into small pieces
• Optional: Peppers or onions cut into thin strips

Instructions:

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin slices or small pieces, according to your preference. In a large skillet, heat a generous amount of olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the potatoes and fry them until golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This will take about 10-15 minutes.
3. If you’re adding Serrano ham, bacon, or other vegetables, you can add them along with the potatoes to cook together and blend the flavors.
4. Once the potatoes are cooked, remove any excess oil from the skillet and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess grease.
5. In the same skillet, break the eggs carefully one by one and let them cook over medium-low heat until the whites are firm but the yolks are still runny. You can break the yolks with a fork if you prefer them mixed with the potatoes.
6. Once the eggs are cooked to your liking, place the fried potatoes on a large plate or individual plates. Place the fried eggs over the potatoes, being careful not to break the yolks. Season with salt to taste and serve hot, allowing the yolks to mix with the potatoes for a blend of flavors and textures.
7. And that’s it! Now you can enjoy some delicious homemade broken eggs. You can serve them with crispy bread or a fresh salad if desired. Enjoy your meal!