Beginner
Easy, Flavorful Recipes to Build Your Confidence
New to the kitchen? No problem! The Beginner Cooks category on Just Maika Cooking is designed to make cooking approachable, fun, and delicious.
With simple steps and easy-to-find ingredients, these recipes are perfect for novice home cooks who want to create impressive meals without stress.
Start with the Sage Chili Pumpkin Chicken Pasta, a creamy and cozy dish that’s packed with autumn-inspired flavors and comes together in no time.
For a hearty, hands-off meal, the Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew is a one-pot wonder that’s both comforting and filling. Or try the Quick Chickpea and Egg Skillet, a protein-packed dish that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Explore these beginner-friendly recipes and start your cooking journey today. Cooking doesn’t have to be intimidating—these recipes make it easy to build your skills while enjoying delicious, satisfying meals!
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How to Make Easy Bacon Potato Leek Chowder | Creamy Comfort
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Spicy Chicken Vegetable Stew with Harissa Tomato Sauce
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Easy Aleppo Pepper Spiced Dill Lentil Chicken Soup
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Air Fryer Butternut Squash Spiced Chickpeas Chicken Soup
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Creamy Cheesy Sage Chili Pumpkin Chicken Pasta
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Vegetarian Smoky Chipotle Chorizo and Bean Stew
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Easy Spicy Calabrian Italian Chicken Sausage Bolognese
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Grilled Pork Chops with Tamarind Habanero Glaze and Coleslaw
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Easy Spicy Turmeric Calabrian Chili Pepper Wet Rub
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Calabrian Pepper Salmon with Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce
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Healthy Spicy Ground Turkey Stuffed Peppers with Salad
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Healthy Haitian-Style Creole Spicy Shrimp Pasta
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How to Make Multigrain Rice | Purple Rice Recipe
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Easy 15-Minute Marinade for Beef Kabobs
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Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew: Hearty Comfort
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Quick Chickpea and Egg Skillet: Easy Mediterranean Meal
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Creole Tomato Sauce Recipe | Easy Spicy Haitian-Inspired
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Habanero Tamarind Glaze | Sweet, Spicy, and Tangy
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Creamy Lemon Greek Yogurt Dressing | Easy 5-Minute
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Quick Parsley Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad
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Green Seasoning Recipe | Epis - Haitian Style
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Quick Spicy Potstickers | Chili Momo Tibetan Style
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Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma | Quick with Beituti
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Easy Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Lasagna
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Fish Pepper Yam Stew | Tilapia, Potatoes, and Corn
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Easy Baked Cheesy Crispy Barbeque Chicken Cutlets
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Quick Vegetable Pearl Couscous Salad with Basil Romesco Sauce
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Baked Cheesy Spicy Tomato Basil Chicken and Broccolini
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Chicken Sausage Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms: Easy and Flavorful Dinner
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Grilled Steak Spicy Chimichurri Baby Potatoes and Broccoli
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Sweet Chili Peanut Chicken Tender salad
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Easy Whipped Garlic Herb Cottage Cheese Spread
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Quick and Spicy Basil Romesco Sauce: Easy, Fresh, and Flavorful
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Spicy Zhug Hummus with Feta – Twist on Classic Hummus
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Easy Air Fryer S'mores Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Easy Healthy Ground Turkey Curry Picadillo Twist
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Quick and Easy Veggie Ramyeon
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Chicken Stir-Fry with Mushrooms, Peppers, and Green Beans in Hoisin Sauce
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Frozen Watermelon Lemonade
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Butternut Squash Chicken Chili
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Strawberry and Banana Shortcake
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Mango Cookies and Cream No-Churn Ice Cream