Better Homes & Gardens 5-Ingredient, 30-Minute Recipes

Homemade meals don't have to be complicated or time-consuming. With just 5 ingredients, a few pantry staples, and 30 minutes or less, you can create delicious and easy dishes your whole family will enjoy. Choose from a variety of hearty main dishes, quick appetizers, comforting soups, ice cream treats, and more. These flavorful recipes offer a simple and wholesome approach to cooking and eating. Enjoy the simplicity and goodness with every meal you create.

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Pantry Basics • TO MAKE THE RECIPES IN THIS BOOK, WE DIDN’T COUNT THESE PANTRY STAPLES TOWARD OUR FIVE-INGREDIENT LIMIT, SINCE YOU LIKELY ALREADY HAVE THEM IN YOUR KITCHEN. BUT IF NOT, IT’S TIME TO STOCK UP.

First Up, Breakfast • GIVE BREAKFAST THE RESPECT IT DESERVES. EVEN WHEN YOU’RE SHORT ON TIME, THESE FRESH AND FLAVORFUL OPTIONS COME TOGETHER QUICKLY TO START YOUR DAY RIGHT.

Blends on Demand • THERE’S A LOT TO LOVE ABOUT SMOOTHIE JOINTS AND THEIR DRIVE-THROUGH SPEED. BUT IF YOU KEEP THE INGREDIENTS ON HAND, IT’S JUST AS EASY (AND LESS EXPENSIVE!) TO MAKE YOUR OWN. THESE COPYCAT BLENDS ARE SPOT ON.

Apps From the Air Fryer • NEED AN APPETIZER TO GET THE PARTY STARTED? YOUR AIR FRYER HAS YOU COVERED. WE PULLED TOGETHER A COLLECTION OF OUR FAVORITE SNACKS AND MUNCHIES YOUR GUESTS WILL LOVE.

Chicken in a Skillet • WINNER, WINNER, IT’S CHICKEN-IN-A-SKILLET DINNER! QUICK-COOKING CUTS PAIR UP WITH VEGGIES, HERBS, AND SAUCES FOR FAMILY-APPROVED STOVE-TOP SUPPERS.

Pasta, Stat! • A POTFUL OF PASTA IS THE MOST VERSATILE OF WEEKNIGHT INGREDIENTS—A BLANK CANVAS WAITING TO BECOME A DINNER MASTERPIECE. TOSS IN VEGGIES, PROTEIN, AND SAUCE TO CUSTOMIZE FOR ANY OCCASION.

Hand It Over • IT’S TIME FOR A SANDWICH REVOLUTION, AND THESE SEVEN HANDHELDS ARE LEADING THE CHARGE. WHETHER SERVED IN BUNS, BREAD, TORTILLAS, OR LETTUCE, THE FLAVORFUL FILLINGS PROVE A SANDWICH DOESN’T REQUIRE A LONG INGREDIENTS LIST.

Chicken Strip Change-Up • KEEP MEALTIME SIMPLE BY STARTING WITH HUMBLE FROZEN CHICKEN TENDERS. PREPARE STRIPS ACCORDING TO PACKAGE DIRECTIONS, THEN CHOOSE HOW TO USE THEM.

Catch of the Day • TONIGHT’S SIMPLIFIED DINNER IS SERVED UP WITH A SURFSIDE THEME. JUST A FEW BIG, BOLD INGREDIENTS ADD POPS OF FLAVOR TO SALMON, HALIBUT, AND OTHER FRESH SEAFOOD FINDS.

Smash It! • A MASH-UP BETWEEN TACOS AND SMASH BURGERS BRINGS YOU A NEW WAY TO LOVE EATING (AND MAKING) DINNER AGAIN. ONCE YOU MASTER THE CONCEPT, THE FLAVOR POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS!

Agua Fresca • SPANISH FOR “FRESH WATER,” AGUA FRESCA IS PLAIN WATER BOOSTED WITH FRESH FRUITS, VEGGIES, AND/OR HERBS. THESE HYDRATING DRINKS WILL QUENCH YOUR THIRST WHILE KEEPING ADDED SUGARS IN CHECK.

Sizzlin’ Steaks • BEEF IS ON THE MENU TONIGHT. PICK YOUR STEAK—RIBEYE, SIRLOIN, OR FLANK—AND GET PREPPING. THESE PROTEIN-RICH MAINS ARE COOKED TO PERFECTION AND OH, SO SATISFYING.

Salad Kit Fix-Ups • TOSS A FEW EXTRAS WITH THE COMPONENTS OF A PURCHASED SALAD KIT FOR A DELICIOUSLY FRESH AND FILLING MEAL. THE KITS COME WITH DRESSING, GREENS, AND TOPPINGS, SO ALL YOU NEED IS PROTEIN AND A FEW SPECIAL TOUCHES TO FINISH IT OFF.

Fresh on the Side • BUILD OFF COLORFUL FINDS FROM THE FARMERS MARKET TO CREATE THESE NEW SALAD BLENDS. SERVE THEM ON THE SIDE WITH ROASTED OR GRILLED MEATS OR POULTRY, OR TOP THEM WITH PROTEIN TO MAKE A MAIN DISH.

Stove-Top Simmers • HOT AND BUBBLY SOUPS COME TOGETHER FAST WITH A FEW SHORTCUTS AND A CAN OF BROTH. NEED MORE THAN TWO SERVINGS? JUST DOUBLE THE BATCH TO DOUBLE THE DELICIOUSNESS.

Cake Mix Cookies • STIR TOGETHER CAKE MIX, FROZEN WHIPPED TOPPING, AND YOUR FAVORITE ADD-INS FOR SIMPLY DELICIOUS COOKIES. THE FLAVOR-COMBO OPTIONS ARE ENDLESS!

Ice Cream Social • THEY’RE FROZEN AND FABULOUS! THIS ROUNDUP OF SIMPLIFIED SWEETS AND TREATS IS DESIGNED TO SATISFY, ONE FROSTY BITE...