Beef Birria Tacos Juicy Beef Birria Tacos with Consomé for Dipping Ingredients: For the Birria: 3 lbs beef chuck roast or short ribs, cut into chunks 3 dried guajillo chiles 2 dried ancho chiles 2 dried pasilla chiles 1 tbsp oil 1 medium onion, quartered 5 garlic cloves 1 large tomato, quartered 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp ground cloves 1 bay leaf Salt and pepper to taste 4 cups beef broth For the Tacos: 12 small corn tortillas 1 1/2 cups shredded Oaxaca or mozzarella cheese Chopped white onion, for garnish Chopped cilantro, for garnish Lime wedges, for serving Directions: Toast the dried chiles in a dry pan for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Remove stems and seeds, then soak in hot water for 15 minutes. In a large pot, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and tomato until softened. Transfer to a blender. Add soaked chiles, vinegar, cumin, oregano, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and pepper to the blender. Blend until smooth. Return the beef to the pot. Pour the sauce over the meat. Add bay leaf and beef broth. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low for 3 hours, or until beef is fall-apart tender. Remove beef, shred it, and return to the pot. Reserve the broth (consomé) for dipping. To assemble tacos: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Dip each tortilla in the consomé, place in the pan, and top with cheese and shredded beef. Fold and crisp each side for 2–3 minutes until golden. Serve tacos with onion, cilantro, and lime, plus a bowl of consomé for dipping. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours | Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #birriatacos #tacotuesday #beeftacos #mexicanfood #authenticbirria #tacorecipe #homemadetacos #slowcookedbeef #cheesytacos #dippingtacos #birriaconsome #mexicancomfortfood #foodieapproved #streetfoodstyle #beefbirria #crispycheesytacos #spicybirria #slowcookingrecipes #dinnerideas #latinflavors These Beef Birria Tacos are next-level delicious Fall-apart tender meat, crispy cheese crust, and that rich consomé dip… your taste buds are in for a ride!

Chicken and Broccoli Pesto Pasta Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Pasta with Homemade Basil Pesto Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 3 cups broccoli florets 8 oz penne or farfalle pasta 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cloves garlic, minced Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add broccoli florets to the pot. Drain and set aside. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Lower heat to medium and add pesto, cream, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet and stir in the cooked pasta and broccoli. Add Parmesan and lemon juice. Toss everything to coat in the sauce. Serve warm, topped with fresh basil and additional Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpesto #broccolipasta #pastarecipe #easyweeknightmeals #comfortfood #pestorecipes #greenpasta #healthycomfortfood #quickdinner #homemadepesto #chickenandbroccoli #pastadinner #onepotpasta #creamybasil #dinnerideas #pastaaddict #flavorfulmeals #familyfriendlydinner #pestochickenpasta #easypastadish This Chicken and Broccoli Pesto Pasta is pure dinner joy! Tender chicken, bright broccoli, and creamy pesto sauce wrapped around perfectly cooked pasta

Grilled Garlic and Herb Shrimp Zesty Grilled Shrimp with Garlic-Herb Marinade Ingredients: 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon lemon zest ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Lemon wedges for serving Directions: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the shrimp to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (up to 1 hour) to marinate. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread shrimp onto skewers (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes beforehand). Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they turn pink and opaque. Remove from the grill and serve with lemon wedges. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Marinate Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 6 minutes | Total Time: 36 minutes Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #grilledshrimp #seafoodrecipes #shrimpdinner #garlicshrimp #herbmarinade #easygrilling #lemonshrimp #pescatarianrecipes #summerrecipes #quickdinnerideas #healthyshrimp #seafoodlover #grillingseason #lowcarbdinner #shrimpkebabs #glutenfreerecipes #bbqrecipes #lightmeals #proteinpacked #freshingredients Fire up the grill! These Grilled Garlic and Herb Shrimp skewers are packed with flavor and ready in minutes. Perfect for summer nights!

Beef and Cabbage Rolls Classic Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Savory Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 large head of green cabbage 1 lb ground beef 1/2 cup uncooked white rice 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 2 cups tomato sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Directions: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Core the cabbage and gently separate 12–14 whole leaves. Blanch leaves in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pliable. Drain and cool. In a bowl, mix ground beef, uncooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Lay out a cabbage leaf, place 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture in the center, fold in sides, and roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining leaves. In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Place a few leftover cabbage leaves at the bottom of a large baking dish. Arrange rolls seam-side down. Pour tomato sauce mixture over rolls. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour, or until cooked through and tender. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #stuffedcabbage #beefcabbagerolls #comfortfood #cabbagerecipes #homestylemeals #cabbagerolls #savorybeef #traditionalcooking #bakedbeefrolls #familydinners #rusticdishes #homemadecomfort #classicrecipes #heartycooking #groundbeefrecipes #cabbagelove #rolledcabbage #dinnerideas #mealprep #tomatosauce Classic comfort food done right! These Beef and Cabbage Rolls are stuffed with seasoned beef and rice, all smothered in a rich tomato sauce. So satisfying!

Looking for a hearty dish that’s packed with flavor? This Sausage and Peppers with Cabbage is the perfect cozy meal for any night! Ingredients: - 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice) - 1 medium onion, sliced - 1 red bell pepper, sliced - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced - 3 cups green cabbage, shredded - 3 tablespoons olive oil - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: 1. Start by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Pour in the olive oil and let it get nice and hot. 2. Next, take the Italian sausage out of its casing and crumble it into the skillet. Cook it up for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s wonderfully browned and cooked through. 3. Add the sliced onion and bell peppers to your sausage. Sauté everything for about 5 minutes, until the veggies have softened and are starting to smell amazing. 4. Toss in the minced garlic and Italian seasoning, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until that irresistible aroma fills your kitchen. 5. Now, add the shredded cabbage to the skillet. Season with a little salt and pepper, then let everything cook for about 5-7 minutes more, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is nice and tender. 6. Once everything is cooked through, remove it from the heat and finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley before serving. Nutrition Facts (per serving): - Serving Size: 1 cup - Calories: 350 - Protein: 18g - Fat: 24g - Carbohydrates: 18g - Fiber: 5g Enjoy this delicious dish that brings warmth and comfort to your table! #SausageAndPeppers #CozyMeals #HealthyEating #ComfortFood #DinnerIdeas