Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Inspired by Alabama Comfort Food Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute. Add chopped roasted red peppers and smoked paprika. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Return the blended sauce to the skillet over low heat. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked sausage and drained pasta into the sauce. Toss until everything is well-coated and heated through. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 510 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #comfortfood #pastalovers #roastedredpepper #sausagepasta #southernrecipes #homemadepasta #creamyredpepperpasta #easyweeknightdinner #familymealideas #pastarecipe #alabamastyle #quickdinnerrecipes #cheesypasta #spicypasta #italiansausage #pastadinner #cozyeats #flavorfulrecipes #heartymeals #basilandparmesan Creamy, spicy, and loaded with flavor – this Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta is a dinner dream come true 🍝🔥🌿

Missouri Beef and Mushroom Pasta Savory Beef and Mushroom Cream Pasta Inspired by Missouri Comfort Cooking Ingredients: 12 oz egg noodles or fettuccine 1 lb ground beef (or thinly sliced beef strips) 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp dried thyme 1/2 cup beef broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: Cook the noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove beef and set aside. Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté onions for 3 minutes, then add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add mushrooms and cook until softened and browned, about 5 minutes. Return beef to the pan. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, thyme, and beef broth. Simmer for 3–4 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese until combined. Add cooked noodles and toss to coat evenly in sauce. Season with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 560 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #beefrecipes #comfortfood #mushroompasta #homemadepasta #midwesternrecipes #groundbeefideas #heartymeals #beefandmushrooms #easyweeknightdinner #pastadish #familyfriendlydinners #mofoodie #creamybeefsauce #savorysupper #pastaloversunite #beefstroganoffvibes #quickdinners #satisfyingmeals #eggnoodles #easyrecipes This Missouri Beef and Mushroom Pasta is creamy, hearty, and full of Midwestern flavor! 🍝🍄🔥 Perfect for cozy nights in.

Chicken Chow Mein Classic Chicken Chow Mein with Crispy Noodles and Stir-Fried Veggies Ingredients: 8 oz chow mein noodles or thin egg noodles 2 tablespoons sesame oil (divided) 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated 1/2 onion, sliced 1 cup shredded cabbage 1 cup julienned carrots 1/2 cup sliced bell pepper 2 green onions, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse under cold water, and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Set aside. In a bowl, mix sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and a pinch of pepper. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes. In a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Sauté the marinated chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, onion, cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until vegetables are just tender. Add the cooked noodles and return chicken to the pan. Stir in the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin sauce. Toss everything together until well coated and heated through. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenchowmein #asiannoodles #noodlerecipe #stirfrychicken #homecookedmeals #easyweeknightdinner #quickmeals #wokrecipes #noodlelovers #comfortfood #asiankitchen #takeoutfakeout #flavorpacked #homemadechinese #noodlebowl #chickenstirfry #dinnerrecipes #familymeals #savorysauces #crispynoodles 🥡 Skip the takeout! Make this flavor-packed Chicken Chow Mein at home in just 30 minutes 🍜🔥

Creamy Tuscan Chicken Succulent Chicken Breasts in a Rich Tuscan Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cups fresh baby spinach 1 tablespoon butter Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Stir in Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese until sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes. Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tuscanchicken #creamychicken #italianfood #comfortfood #sun-driedtomatoes #garliclover #spinachrecipes #easyweeknightdinner #onepanmeal #parmesancheese #richsauce #foodie #italianrecipes #chickendinner #familymeals #homemadeflavors #flavorfuldishes #quickdinners #creamyrecipes #mealprepideas Creamy Tuscan Chicken is a luscious, flavorful dish that brings restaurant-quality Italian flavors right to your table. Creamy sauce, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach make every bite unforgettable! 🍗🍅🌿