Baked Ziti with Mozzarella Cheesy Baked Ziti with Melted Mozzarella and Rich Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ziti pasta 2 cups marinara sauce (homemade or store-bought) 1 lb (450g) ground beef or Italian sausage 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook ziti pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add ground beef or Italian sausage, season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked pasta, meat sauce, and ricotta cheese. Mix well. Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella cheese and some Parmesan. Layer the remaining pasta mixture on top, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly with golden spots. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #bakedziti #italiancomfortfood #cheesypasta #mozarellapasta #homemadeitalian #comfortfoodrecipes #pastaovenbake #heartymeals #familydinner #easydinnerrecipes #italianrecipes #pastaandcheese #weeknightdinner #ricottacheese #groundbeefrecipes #italiandish #tomatosauce #pastafood #cheeselover #homecooking Indulge in this classic Baked Ziti with Mozzarella—layers of cheesy goodness and rich meat sauce baked to bubbly perfection! Perfect for family dinners!

Get ready to indulge in these crispy, cheesy Mozzarella Cheese Sticks! Perfect for snacking or as an appetizer. #CheeseLovers #SnackTime #MozzarellaSticks #Yum #EasyRecipes Ingredients: - 6 Mozzarella Sticks - 1/2 cup grated dry Parmesan cheese - 1 1/2 cups fried pork rinds - 1 tsp Italian seasoning blend - 1 egg - 2 tsps water Directions: 1. Start by cutting the mozzarella sticks in half crosswise. Set those cheesy pieces aside and let them chill for a minute. 2. In a small shallow dish or pan, whisk together the egg and water until well combined. 3. Time to add some crunch! Crush the fried pork rinds using a rolling pin or a blender until you have about 1/2 cup of crispy crumbs. 4. In another shallow baking pan, mix together the Parmesan cheese, crushed pork rinds, and Italian seasoning. This is where the magic happens! 5. Take each mozzarella stick and dip it first into the egg wash, making sure it’s well coated. Then roll it in the crunchy crumb mixture. For extra crispy goodness, repeat the dipping process once more. 6. Place your coated mozzarella sticks on a dish or pan that fits in the freezer and pop them in there for about two hours. (Trust me, the freezing makes them super cheesy and melty when baked!) 7. After the two-hour wait, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper or grease it slightly. 8. Carefully take the frozen mozzarella sticks out of the freezer and arrange them on the prepared pan. If you want to make them extra crispy, give them a light spray of olive oil (totally optional, but delicious!). 9. Bake those cheesy delights for 6-8 minutes—or until the coating is golden brown and the cheese inside is nice and warm. 10. Serve immediately with warm marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy your perfectly crispy, gooey mozzarella sticks! Nutrition Facts (per serving): - Serving size: 3 Mozzarella Sticks - Calories: 320 - Total Fat: 22g - Saturated Fat: 8g - Protein: 20g - Carbohydrates: 5g Happy snacking!

Spicy Beef and Cheese Pasta Fiery Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake with Chili Kick Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne or rigatoni) 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup beef broth or water 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, and cumin, and cook for another minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors. Add the cooked pasta to the beef sauce and mix well. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 495 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #spicybeefpasta #cheesypastabake #comfortfoodrecipes #bakedpasta #pastaandcheese #beefandpasta #chilipasta #fierybites #easyweeknightmeals #spicycomfortfood #familydinnerideas #groundbeefrecipes #pastaovenbake #cheeselovers #easybakedmeals #heartyfood #mozzarellapasta #boldflavors #quickovenmeals #cheesycomfort Craving comfort food with a spicy twist? This Spicy Beef and Cheese Pasta Bake delivers BIG flavor and gooey cheese in every bite!

Looking for a delicious keto-friendly meal that’s super easy to whip up? This Keto Ham and Cheese Bake is your new go-to for satisfying comfort food! Ingredients: - 2 cups diced cooked ham - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - 4 large eggs - 1/2 cup heavy cream - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon salt - 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional) Directions: 1. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Give a 9x9-inch baking dish a little greasing love. 2. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the diced ham, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and those vibrant green onions if you’re using them. Mix it all together until well combined. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until silky smooth. 4. Pour this creamy egg mixture right over the ham and cheese goodness in your baking dish. Gently stir to combine everything nicely. 5. Pop it into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is a gorgeous golden brown and the center looks perfectly set. 6. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing up and serving. Enjoy the cheesy goodness! Nutrition Facts (per serving): - Servings per recipe: 6 - Calories: 317 - Fat: 24g - Protein: 22g - Carbohydrates: 2g - Fiber: 0g - Net Carbs: 2g Serving size: 1 piece. Dig into this heavenly bake that brings all the flavors together without the carbs! Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Enjoy! #KetoRecipe #ComfortFood #LowCarb #HealthyEats #CheeseLover

Broccoli Chicken Divan Creamy Baked Broccoli Chicken Divan with Cheddar Crust Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced 4 cups fresh broccoli florets 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping) Cooking spray or butter for greasing Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Steam broccoli florets for 3–4 minutes until just tender but still bright green. Drain and set aside. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until slightly thickened, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in mozzarella and half of the cheddar until melted and smooth. Spread steamed broccoli evenly in the baking dish. Layer the cooked chicken over the broccoli. Pour the cheese sauce evenly over the chicken and broccoli. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and optional breadcrumbs on top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 430 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #chickendivan #broccolibake #comfortfoodrecipes #easycasserole #cheesyrecipes #bakedchicken #chickenandbroccoli #weeknightmeals #familydinners #creamycasserole #homemadecasserole #dinnerideas #quickbakes #cheeselovers #classiccomfortfood #ovenbake #heartycasserole #cozydinner #wholesomemeals #cheddarchicken This Broccoli Chicken Divan is creamy, cheesy, and pure comfort in a casserole dish! Ready in under an hour and perfect for cozy weeknights.