Salmon Chowder Creamy Salmon Chowder with Potatoes, Corn, and Fresh Dill Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 1 celery stalk, diced 1 large carrot, diced 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups seafood stock (or chicken/vegetable broth) 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 pound cooked salmon (fresh, canned, or smoked), flaked 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill Salt and black pepper, to taste Optional: lemon wedges, extra dill, or chopped chives for garnish Directions: In a large pot, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add potatoes, celery, and carrot. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Slowly whisk in the broth, ensuring the mixture stays smooth. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add corn and continue simmering for 10–12 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Reduce heat and stir in milk, cream, and flaked salmon. Heat through gently—do not boil. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh dill. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes. Serve hot with crusty bread and garnish as desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #salmonchowder #creamyfishsoup #comfortfoodbowl #seafoodlovers #salmonrecipes #heartyandhealthy #fishchowder #homemadechowder #chowderseason #easyweeknightdinner #potatofishsoup #dillandcream #souprecipe #autumncomfort #coastalcooking #soupforthesoul #flavorfulfish #onepotmeals #seafoodcomfort #nourishingdinner Dive into creamy comfort! This Salmon Chowder is hearty, flavorful, and loaded with tender veggies and rich salmon goodness.

Tomato Cucumber Soup Chilled Tomato-Cucumber Gazpacho with Herbs and Lime Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped 1 large cucumber, peeled and chopped 1/4 red onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/4 cup cold water (or more, to adjust consistency) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Optional: a few dashes of hot sauce or red chili flakes Directions: In a blender, combine chopped tomatoes, cucumber, onion, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Add water to reach desired consistency. Season with salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce or chili flakes. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to let the flavors develop. Before serving, stir and taste again for seasoning. Garnish with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil. Serve cold with crusty bread or as a refreshing starter. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Chilling Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 95 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tomatocucumbersoup #chilledsoup #gazpachoinspired #veganlunch #summerrefreshment #coldveggiesoup #lightandsavory #healthymeals #rawsoup #refreshingsummer #veganrecipes #coolcooking #noheatrecipes #glutenfreeeats #freshandraw #soupreboot #herbalicious #mediterraneanvegan #rawveggies #plantpowered Cool down with this Chilled Tomato Cucumber Soup — fresh, tangy, and packed with garden flavor!

Chicken and Macaroni Bake Creamy Chicken and Macaroni Cheese Bake with a Golden Crust Ingredients: 2 cups cooked elbow macaroni 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or poached) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ½ cup mozzarella cheese ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional topping) Chopped parsley for garnish Directions: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3–5 minutes. Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and cheese is fully melted. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and shredded chicken. Pour the cheese sauce over and mix to coat evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy crust. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbling. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #chickenmacaroni #comfortfood #macandcheese #easybake #cheesybake #pastabake #familydinner #homestylecooking #ovenbakedpasta #chickendinner #bakedmacaroni #cheeselovers #mealprepideas #chickencasserole #simplemeals #weeknightdinner #creamybake #cheeseaddict #parmesancrust #bakedgoodness Creamy, cheesy, golden, and comforting! This Chicken and Macaroni Bake is the weeknight dinner your whole family will devour.

Sardine Soup Rustic Mediterranean Sardine Soup with Garlic, Tomato, and Herbs Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 1 large tomato, chopped (or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes) 3 cups vegetable or fish broth 1 can (4 oz) sardines in olive oil (boneless preferred), drained 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro Juice of half a lemon Directions: Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5–7 minutes. Add chopped tomato and cook until it breaks down, about 3 minutes. Pour in the broth, add bay leaf, thyme, and chili flakes (if using). Simmer for 10 minutes. Gently add sardines and cook for another 5 minutes, breaking them slightly into the soup. Remove bay leaf. Season with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. Serve hot with crusty bread or a wedge of lemon. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 3–4 servings #sardinesoup #mediterraneansoup #rusticmeals #cannedfishrecipes #quicklunchideas #souprecipe #sardinelove #easyfishsoup #herbygoodness #budgetfriendlymeals #fishsoupmagic #healthycomfortfood #garlicandtomsoup #oceaninspired #lightlunchideas #easyweeknightmeals #omega3boost #sardinebroth #lemonysoup #onepotmeals Don’t underestimate sardines! This rustic Sardine Soup is a flavor-packed, budget-friendly bowl of coastal comfort.

Coconut Shrimp Crispy Golden Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 large eggs 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Vegetable oil, for frying For the Dipping Sauce: 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce 1 tablespoon orange marmalade 1 teaspoon rice vinegar Directions: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine panko and shredded coconut. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat in the coconut-panko mixture. Press lightly to adhere. Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. For the dipping sauce, whisk together sweet chili sauce, orange marmalade, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Serve the crispy coconut shrimp hot with the dipping sauce on the side. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 330 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #coconutshrimp #seafoodrecipe #crispyshrimp #shrimpstarter #appetizerideas #shrimpfry #coastalflavors #islandfood #homemadeshrimp #tropicaleats #goldenfried #sweetandspicy #pankocrust #shrimprecipes #friedshrimp #shrimpandcoconut #easyseafood #comfortsnack #partyappetizers #fusionfood Crunchy, golden, and dipped in sweet chili sauce — these Coconut Shrimp are your new favorite tropical appetizer!