Elizabeth Banks, the 50-year-old Hunger Games star, recently shared her love for food and cooking. She revealed that she finds inspiration for recipes on Instagram and has been trying out various dishes from the platform. Banks, who has two sons with her husband Max Handelman, even hired a male nanny and has been sharing her favorite recipes with him to help him get started in the kitchen.
She emphasized the simplicity of cooking by recommending easy five-ingredient meals from Trader Joe's. Banks expressed her passion for cooking and mentioned that she is a skilled cook herself. She also shared some of her favorite recipe accounts with PEOPLE, including one that featured a delicious gnocchi dish.
Earlier this month, Banks celebrated her 50th birthday in a fun and lighthearted manner. She posted a playful video on Instagram where she was seen enjoying herself in a golden catsuit, striking humorous poses and making funny faces. The actress received warm birthday wishes from her celebrity friends, including Julianne Moore and Katie Couric.
In a previous interview, Banks discussed her focus on maintaining a healthy lifestyle. She highlighted the importance of holistic beauty routines, which involve less drinking, more sleep, and increased hydration. She acknowledged the changes that come with age and the need to take better care of her skin and overall well-being.