Relaxed Diner Ideas For A Mid-Week Off

By Devi Poojari

Getting a momentary pause between a crazy week is always welcome. Unwind with some kitchen therapy using some of these simple and relaxed supper ideas.

SPAGHETTI & MEATBALLS

Enjoy the winter chill with some Italian comfort cooking; what better than a warm serving of pasta topped with slow-cooked meatballs and sauce?

BUTTER CHICKEN

If you end up having some chicken in your freezer that needs using up, simply thaw, marinade and throw into a creamy, rich, flavoursome bhuna masala and dig in.

PULLED PORK/LAMB

Any kind of red meat must be cooked with lots of love and care since it takes its own time to come together. But what awaits at the end is melt-in-your-mouth delicious meat to add to everything from sandwiches to quiches.

LETTUCE CUPS

Although this meal might seem more of an assembly work, making lettuce cups involves a lot of peeling, chopping and dicing, which is perfect to do on a day with no agenda.

SEAFOOD BISQUE

Why bother with the hassle of reservations or dressing up or waiting for your turn to be seated at a bistro when you can bring the experience home with a delicious seafood bisque?