5 Best Recipes to Spoil Dad On Father’s Day

Classic American Burger

Ingredients:

• 500g ground beef;
• 4 hamburger buns;
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese;
• 4 leaves of lettuce;
• 4 slices of tomato;
• 4 slices of onion;
• Salt and pepper to taste;
• Ketchup and mustard (optional).

Instructions:

1. Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper and form four patties.
3. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
4. Add a slice of cheese on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking.
5. Toast the hamburger buns.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a patty with cheese on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, and a slice of onion.
7. Add ketchup and mustard (optional) and cover with the top half of the bun.
8. Serve immediately.

Shopping list: ground beef, hamburger buns, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, salt, pepper, ketchup, and mustard.

BBQ Ribs

Ingredients:

• 1 rack of pork ribs;
• 1 cup BBQ sauce;
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar;
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika;
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder;
• 1 teaspoon onion powder;
• 1 teaspoon salt.

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C.
2. Season the pork ribs with salt and black pepper.
3. Wrap the ribs with aluminum foil and place in a baking dish.
4. Bake for 3 hours or until the meat is tender.
5. Remove the foil and brush the ribs with BBQ sauce.
6. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce is caramelized and the ribs are golden brown.

Shopping list: pork ribs, salt, black pepper, BBQ sauce, and aluminum foil.

Mac and Cheese

Ingredients:

• 500g elbow macaroni;
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter;
• 4 tablespoons flour;
• 4 cups whole milk;
• 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese;
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder;
• 1 teaspoon onion powder;
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard;
• Salt and pepper to taste:
• Breadcrumbs (optional).

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
2. Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3. In a saucepan, you have to melt the butter over medium heat.
4. Add the flour and whisk until smooth.
5. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly.
6. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, and Dijon mustard and whisk until combined.
7. Add the cheddar cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth.
8. Add the cooked macaroni to the sauce and stir to coat.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
10. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle with breadcrumbs (optional).
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbling.

Shopping list: elbow macaroni, unsalted butter, flour, whole milk, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs (optional).

Chili Con Carne

Ingredients:

• 500g ground beef;
• 1 medium onion, chopped;
• 2 garlic cloves, minced;
• 1 can diced tomatoes;
• 1 can redkidney beans, drained and rinsed;
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped;
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped;
• 2 tablespoons chili powder;
• 1 teaspoon cumin;
• 1 teaspoon paprika;
• Salt and pepper to taste;
• Shredded cheddar cheese (optional).

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until softened.
3. Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), kidney beans, chopped bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
4. Cover and cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese (optional).

Shopping list: ground beef, onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, red kidney beans, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and shredded cheddar cheese (optional).

Apple Pie

Ingredients:

• 2 sheets of puff pastry;
• 6 cups thinly sliced apples;
• 1/2 cup sugar;
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon;
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice;
• 2 tablespoons butter, diced;
• 1 egg, beaten;
• Powdered sugar (optional).

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a bowl, mix the sliced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
4. Pour the apple mixture into the pie dish and dot with diced butter.
5. Roll out the second sheet of puff pastry and cut it into thin strips.
6. Arrange the strips on top of the apple filling to create a lattice pattern.
7. Trim the edges of the pastry and crimp the edges to seal.
8. Apply the beaten egg onto the surface of the pastry using a brush.
9. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the pastry is getting golden brown and crisp.
10. Serve hot or cold, dusted with powdered sugar (optional).

Shopping list: puff pastry, apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, butter, egg, and powdered sugar (optional).

I hope these recipes help make Father’s Day even more special! Enjoy the recipes and the time with your dad!