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.

Crispy Bang Bang Salmon Bites Crispy Salmon Bites Drizzled with Creamy Bang Bang Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 cup buttermilk 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup panko breadcrumbs 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and black pepper to taste Vegetable oil, for frying For the Bang Bang Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 2 tbsp sweet chili sauce 1 tbsp sriracha (adjust to heat preference) 1 tsp honey 1 tsp rice vinegar Directions: In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar. Set aside. Marinate salmon pieces in buttermilk for at least 20 minutes. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge marinated salmon in the flour mixture, then coat with panko breadcrumbs. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry salmon bites in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Drizzle or dip with Bang Bang sauce before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #crispyrecipes #salmonlovers #seafoodrecipes #homemadegoodness #bangbangsauce #quickdinners #weeknightmeals #easyfriedfood #salmonrecipes #asianinspired #spicyfoodie #comfortfoodfix #seafoodsnacks #pescatarianmeals #flavorpacked #pankocrust #deepfriedperfection #foodiefaves #dinnerideas #saucybites 🔥 Crispy, saucy, and downright irresistible — these Bang Bang Salmon Bites are the flavor bomb you’ve been waiting for! 🍣💥🍽️

Italian Pot Roast Slow-Cooked Italian Herb Pot Roast with Rich Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 3 to 4 lbs beef chuck roast Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, sliced 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups crushed tomatoes 1 cup beef broth 1/2 cup dry red wine (optional) 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried basil 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 bay leaves 3 large carrots, cut into chunks 3 celery stalks, cut into chunks Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Season the beef roast generously with salt and pepper on all sides. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear the roast on all sides until deeply browned, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove roast and set aside. In the same pot, add onions and garlic and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, red wine (if using), oregano, basil, rosemary, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer. Return the roast to the pot, nestling it into the sauce. Add carrots and celery around the roast. Cover the pot and place it in the oven. Cook for 3 to 3½ hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours 30 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #italianpotroast #potroast #slowcookedbeef #comfortfood #italianrecipes #beefroast #homemadefood #slowcooking #heartymeals #dinnerideas #familymeals #rusticcooking #beefrecipes #soulfood #italianflavors #easyrecipes #onepotmeals #comfortmeals #weeknightdinner #foodie Enjoy the rich, comforting flavors of this Italian Pot Roast slow-cooked to tender perfection in a fragrant tomato and herb sauce. A perfect family dinner! 🍖🍅🌿

Marsala Wine Beef Stew Rich and Savory Marsala Wine Braised Beef Stew Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1½-inch cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 8 oz mushrooms, sliced 1 cup Marsala wine 3 cups beef broth 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme) 2 bay leaves 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening) Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Season beef cubes generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, about 4-5 minutes per batch, then remove and set aside. In the same pot, add onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms, cooking another 5-7 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour in Marsala wine to deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let the wine reduce by half, about 5 minutes. Return beef to the pot and add beef broth, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Let stew cook gently for 2 to 2½ hours, or until beef is fork-tender. If desired, whisk flour with a little water to create a slurry and stir into the stew to thicken the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #marsalawine #beefstew #slowcookedbeef #comfortfood #heartymeals #winebraisedbeef #homemadecooking #beefrecipes #slowcookerrecipes #familymeals #dinnerideas #rusticcooking #wintermeals #foodie #soulfood #easyrecipes #onepotmeals #slowcooking #heartyrecipes #deliciousdinner Indulge in the rich flavors of this Marsala Wine Beef Stew — tender beef braised to perfection in a savory Marsala wine sauce with hearty veggies. Comfort food at its finest! 🍷🥩🍲

Cornflake Chicken Crispy Baked Cornflake-Crusted Chicken Tenders Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders 2 cups cornflakes, crushed 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon paprika 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Cooking spray or olive oil for greasing Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Place crushed cornflakes in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each chicken piece first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with crushed cornflakes. Press gently to adhere. Place the coated chicken pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Spray lightly with cooking spray or drizzle a little olive oil over them to promote crispiness. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden and crispy. Turn halfway through cooking for even browning. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #cornflakechicken #crispychicken #bakedchicken #easyrecipes #familyfriendly #chickendinner #crispytenders #ovenbaked #comfortfood #kidfriendlymeals #weeknightdinner #homemadechicken #foodie #quickmeals #chickenrecipes #healthycomfortfood #dinnertime #crispycrust #mealprepideas #simplecooking Crunchy, crispy, and oh-so-delicious! These Cornflake Chicken tenders bake up perfectly golden and juicy — a family favorite that’s easy and quick to make! 🍗✨🥣