Simple Meals With Jess

 Meal Idea and Recipe | Ital Sweet Potato & Cheese Gratin This savory baked sweet potato gratin is rich, comforting, and layered with flavor. Finished with red, green, and yellow bell peppers, it brings a vibrant island-inspired touch to the table.         Serves: 6 Ingredients:   3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and boiled until tender 2 eggs 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated cheese (plus extra for topping) 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 small onions, grated 1 shallot, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon oil or butter (for sautéing) Topping: 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced Extra grated cheese (optional)   Instructions: 1. Prepare the sweet potatoes Boil sweet potatoes until fork-tender. Drain and mash until smooth. Allow to cool slightly.   2. Sauté aromatics Heat oil or...

Healthy Dinner meal Idea.     Baked chicken Lettuce boiked cabbage Homemade dressing of your choice . . #saladoftheday #dinnerisserved #healthyfood #foodie #salad #diet #simplemealswithjess #yummy #cooking #homemadefood #bakedchicken  

  Salad of the day       Beets Sweet potato(cooked) sweet balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper raw onions Red Bell peppers . . . . . . #saladoftheday #simplemealswithjess #healthyfood #delish #homemadefood

  Caribbean-Inspired Red Beans Chicken, Potatoes, Dumplings, One pot Meal Recipe.     This comforting one-pot meal is built on tender red beans, seasoned chicken, vegetables, round dumplings. It’s filling and flavorful. Serves: 4–6 Ingredients:   Beans 1 cup dried red beans, rinsed (kidney beans or small red beans) Water (for pressure cooking) Soup 1 1/2 lb chicken pieces (thighs/drumsticks are best) 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 teaspoon fresh) 1 tablespoon oil (optional, for sautéing) 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 green bell pepper, chopped or sliced 2 scallions (green onions), chopped (optional but very good) 2 carrots, sliced 2–3 yellow/Irish potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks 4–6 cups water or chicken stock (use enough for a “soupy” texture) Optional: 1/2–1 chicken bouillon cube (only if needed)   Round Dumplings: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 3/4 cup water (appr...

Island-Style Chicken & Rice One Pot       Inspired by the flavors of traditional Caribbean pelau, this one-pot chicken and rice dish is seasoned with thyme, soy sauce, and warm spices, then finished with sweet corn and tender cabbage. It is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for an easy family meal.   Serves: 4–6 Ingredients:   1 1/2–2 lb chicken pieces (thighs or mixed pieces) 2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed 1 small onion, chopped 3–4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced 1/2 green bell pepper, sliced 1 cup corn kernels 2 cups shredded cabbage (added at the end) 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Salt, to taste 1 chicken bouillon cube 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon ketchup 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 1/2–4 cups water or chicken stock   Instructions: 1. Season and brown the chicken Season chicken with salt, black pepper, thyme, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and ketchup. Heat oil in a large heav...