Spend your well-deserved break by cooking in the kitchen with recipes from Bea Alonzo, Erich Gonzales, Bianca King, Judy Ann Santos, and Vilma Santos
Sometimes, spicing things up during a holiday is best done in the kitchen. Chances are, with your everyday hustle and bustle, you don’t have the time to try out a new recipe. But thankfully, the long weekend is coming and you can finally cook for yourself or for your core group.
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A number of celebrities have ventured into cooking as either a pastime, a serious business, or both. With that, here are some dishes you might want to try out for your holiday visit in the kitchen:
Sweet merienda treat
What’s snacktime without the crunch of a wrapped banana laced with some caramelized sugar? In order words, it’s our classic turon! Add a little extra oomph to your turon recipe this long weekend by mixing in some ube and langka to it, just like Bea Alonzo! You can even make a variety for those who prefer a classic option or some elevated element to their turon.
Cheesy pasta craving
For a hearty and scrumptious meal that’s good for any time of the day, try this Penne Al Telefono recipe from Erich Gonzales. The cheesy and tomato goodness is always a good idea, especially when we’re talking about pasta!
Meat-free moment
If abstinence is part of your long weekend routine and you’re cutting back on meat and some carbs, Bianca King’s baked bell pepper recipe is for you. Using different vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, and chickpeas to fill your bell peppers makes your dish more colorful and savory.
Fried to perfection
Preparing a complete meal can mean needing more hands in the kitchen, so call out your family members or friends for this one. Judy Ann Santos’ menchi katsu is her take on this Japanese dish, nailing even the cabbage salad or coleslaw. While you are breading the meat, someone else can prep the side dish for you.
Complete meal-in-one
If you are all about loading yourself and the people you love with a full experience, this recipe of Vilma Santos offers different layers of taste and fun. According to the Star of All Seasons, this recipe of hers is called Meal-In-One. It is an assortment of noodles, corned beef, corn, cream of mushroom, and parmesan cheese. If curiosity is getting the best of you, try it now!
Featured Image from BEA ALONZO (via YouTube)
