Listen, we know you’re the busiest. And we know that at 9 p.m. that tub of grocery-store hummus is calling your name. But you know something? Homemade hummus is so easy to make. And so. Much. Better. Ahead, 11 recipes you should keep in your arsenal and be able to whip up from scratch (at any given moment). You impressive thing, you.
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Published Jan 8, 2018
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Because licking the bowl beats sad grocery-store cookies any day.
Tomato Sauce
Homemade sauce takes 5 minutes and tastes indubitably better than any supermarket jar. Master this marinara for whenever you get a spaghetti urge.
Blueberry Pancakes
Thick, fluffy, sweet, easy…the pancake of your dreams.
Macaroni And Cheese
You’re not in college anymore. So: Bye-bye, Blue Box.
Hummus
Savory snacking done right.
Omelet
The secret to fluffy omelet perfection: Beat the egg mixture with only 25-30 strokes of a fork. Then add whatever fillings your little heart desires.
Photo: Liz Andrew/Styling: Erin McDowell
Granola
Forget the stuff that comes in (and tastes like) a box.
Pizza Dough
Toss together this easy creation and top with marinara sauce, above.
Brownies
To win friends and influence people.
Vinaigrette
Lemon, olive oil, Parmesan and S&P. No excuses.
Roast Chicken
Because you need a one-hour chicken dinner in your repertoire.