Homemade Mug Cake with chocolate and blueberries on a board | Photo: Getty Images
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Let's face it, cooking isn't easy. Here are a few quick and convenient microwave recipes for you to try!

Whether you're a college student on a budget or a working professional with limited time, a microwave is the best thing to have in your kitchen. Its quick and easy nature allows for the most convenient type of meal prep, and unlike the oven or even the stove, a microwave is much simpler to master. Here are a few recipes that you may want to check out next time you're too busy (or lazy) to turn on the gas range. 

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1. Appetiser: Microwave Sweet Potato

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Sweet potatoes are incredibly healthy and make a great alternative to regular potatoes. If you're looking for a guiltless snack or appetiser, consider microwaving them. It's easy and very versatile, you can even choose to add more ingredients to your liking. Basil and Bubbly's recipe will guide you through every step to ensure perfect potatoes every time. 

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2. Appetiser: Bacon Wrapped Pineapple

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If you're a fan of pineapples on pizza, then give this recipe a try. All you need are a handful of ingredients including (as you may have guessed) bacon and pineapple slices. It achieves easy equilibrium with the sweetness of fruit and the savoury saltiness of cured meat—perfect for cocktail party appetisers that won't leave you feeling too tired. 

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3. Soup: Potato Soup

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Hearty soups are some of the best things to enjoy during a rainy day. If you're too tired to whip out the pots and pans, do it in a mug! This rich and creamy potato soup incorporates cheddar cheese, bacon, and sour cream; but since it takes advantage of the microwave method, it's much easier to cook and clean up after. Best enjoyed under the blankets in bed. 

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4. Breakfast: Omelette in a Mug

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Picture this: you've woken up late, and now you're in a rush. You need a quick breakfast, but what? If there are eggs in the fridge, you know what to do. This three-minute omelette in a mug is almost like a frittata, with ham, bell pepper, and spinach leaves all thrown in to create a fluffy breakfast idea that's great to jumpstart the day with. Throw in other ingredients to your liking before powering your way to work or school. 

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5. Main: Eggplant Curry

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Curry is one of the most flavourful foods out there; fortunately, you can enjoy it with the help of a microwave. Though it may sound daunting, trust that this healthy meal will be easy to prepare with just the click of a button! 

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6. Main: Mac & Cheese

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Mac & cheese is a no-fail recipe that will get anyone excited. Try this microwave macaroni that incorporates all the cheese you want. Mix it up every time you make it with the addition of meat, salsa, vegetables, or even tofu!  

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7. Main: Cheesy Vegetable Hotpot

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A vegetarian option for those looking to eat clean. This cheesy vegetable hotpot cooks like a casserole and incorporates potatoes, mushrooms, and vegetables. It carries most of the energy you need in a day including carbohydrates and much-needed nutrients; all you need are a handful of ingredients, and a microwave to boot. 

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8. Dessert: Cinnamon Apples

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There's a misconception out there that microwave food is always unhealthy; but that's not the case at all especially for this recipe. Cinnamon apples are a great way to welcome in the "-ber" months, all you need to make it are five ingredients. It's a guilt-free indulgence that will remind you of cosy nights and Christmas mornings. 

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9. Dessert: Oreo Mug Cake

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A classic mug cake is a great way to end a meal. This easy Oreo cake will take you back to your childhood and remind you of all the sweet (and possibly chocolatey) memories of your younger years.

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