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Wednesday, January 07, 2026

TIP: Easy Meals You Can Make in a Mug

Omelette in a mug

Cooking meals in a mug can be a convenient and fun way to prepare single servings of food quickly and with minimal cleanup. Here are eight easy meals you can make in a mug:

  1. Microwave Mug Omelette: Crack two eggs into a mug, add your choice of diced vegetables, cheese, and seasonings, and whisk together. Microwave for about 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the eggs are cooked through.

  2. Macaroni and Cheese in a Mug: Combine 1/3 cup of macaroni pasta, 1/2 cup of water, and a pinch of salt in a mug. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring every minute, until the pasta is cooked. Stir in 1/4 cup of shredded cheese and a splash of milk until creamy.

  3. Mug Pizza: Spread a spoonful of pizza sauce on the bottom of a mug, then layer with shredded cheese and your favourite pizza toppings, such as pepperoni, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  4. Mug Quiche: Whisk together one egg, a splash of milk, shredded cheese, diced vegetables, and cooked bacon or ham in a mug. Microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until the egg is set and cooked through.

  5. Mug Ramen: Break up a block of instant ramen noodles and place them in a mug with 1-2 cups of water. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked. Stir in the seasoning packet and any additional toppings, such as cooked chicken, vegetables, or a boiled egg.

  6. Mug Lasagna: Layer cooked lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and diced vegetables in a mug. Microwave for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

  7. Mug Brownie: Combine 1/4 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder, a pinch of salt, and a splash of milk in a mug. Microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until the brownie is set and cooked through. Serve with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

  8. Mug Pancakes: Whisk together 1/4 cup of flour, 1/4 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, a pinch of salt, and a splash of vanilla extract in a mug. Microwave for 1-2 minutes, or until the pancake is cooked through. Serve with maple syrup or your favourite toppings.

These mug meals are versatile and can be customized with your favourite ingredients to suit your taste preferences. They're perfect for quick and easy meals at home or on-the-go!

Source: Some or all of the content was generated using an AI language model

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