5 Quick Fall Recipe Ideas for Home Health Aides
By: Kayla Orange
Working as a Home Health Aide can be very rewarding. However, it can also be challenging to take care of your own personal needs. Naturally, it’s common for Home Health Aides to feel like they don’t have the time or energy for everyday tasks, like cooking.
After a long day of work, the last thing caregivers want to do on their time off is prepare a complicated dinner for themselves and their family. Luckily, they don’t need a long list of fancy ingredients to make a delicious, home-cooked meal! We’ve compiled a list of five alternative recipes that only use five ingredients or less to save time and energy in the kitchen. Get ready to embrace the season’s flavors with these fall-inspired mains, sides, and desserts!
1. Ravioli Lasagna
Hear us out. We know lasagna is likely not the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of simple recipes. And, this casserole tastes like it could have taken hours to make. In reality though, the frozen ravioli in this dish proves to be a huge time-saver, and the entire meal only has three other ingredients.
Link to full recipe and instructions: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ravioli-lasagna/
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 jar (28 oz) spaghetti sauce
1 package (25 ounces) frozen sausage or cheese ravioli
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil, optional
2. Maple Pork Ribs
This recipe utilizes a slow cooker to impart maximum flavor with just 10 minutes of prep time and only five ingredients. These tender ribs are also draped in a luscious maple-mustard sauce to take your dish to the next level.
Link to full recipe and instructions: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/maple-pork-ribs/
Ingredients:
1 pound boneless country-style pork ribs
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 medium onion
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons spicy brown or Dijon mustard
3. Apple Butter
Apple butter is an iconic fall recipe, and for good reason. However, this simple homemade apple butter will make you wonder why you ever bothered with store-bought alternatives. The recipe features classic fall flavors, including cinnamon and ground cloves. You can also customize the thickness of your butter depending on the apples you choose. For a smoother texture, use tender varieties, like McIntosh or Cortland apples.
Link to full recipe and instructions: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pennsylvania-dutch-apple-butter/
Ingredients:
3/4 cup unsweetened apple cider or juice
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
6 medium apples (3 pounds)
4. Pumpkin Whip
In the mood for pumpkin pie? Pumpkin whip may be the perfect quick fix to satisfy your cravings. Despite requiring only 20 minutes of total cooking time, this dessert has a creamy pumpkin taste and golden harvest appearance – perfect for everyday meals and special occasions.
Link to full recipe and instructions: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pumpkin-whip/
Ingredients:
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant butterscotch pudding mix
1-1/2 cups cold milk
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1-1/2 cups whipped topping
Gingersnaps, optional
5. Sweet Potato Biscuits
Bring homemade biscuits to the next level with this modern take on a classic family favorite. As you may have guessed, this recipe includes canned sweet potato for a tasty, fall-inspired twist. Many online reviewers note that these biscuits are perfect for the holidays but simple enough to prepare on even the busiest weeknights.
Link to full recipe and instructions: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/grandma-s-sweet-potato-biscuits/
Ingredients:
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup shortening
1 can (15-3/4 ounces) sweet potatoes
3/4 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt*
*not included in five ingredients
Royal Care Home Health Aides
These recipes are not only perfect for a quick meal after a long day of work, but also are a great bonding activity for caregivers and their patients. Gather the listed ingredients and invite the elder you are caring for to join you in celebrating the beginning of the fall season!
Interested in becoming a Home Health Aide with Royal Care, visit our website www.royalcare.nyc/jobs today for more information.