COLOSSAL CHEESE STICK & PEPPERONI CARNAGE SUB Ingredients: 6 mozzarella cheese sticks, fried 1 cup sliced pepperoni 1 large sub roll, toasted ½ cup marinara sauce Optional: fresh basil or oregano Instructions: 1⃣ Layer fried cheese sticks and pepperoni inside toasted sub roll. 2⃣ Spoon marinara sauce over, add herbs if desired. 3⃣ Serve hot & melty for ultimate cheesy carnage! Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 25 min | Serves: 2-3

Georgian Chakapuli with Trout – Herbed Fish Stew While traditionally made with lamb, this fresh Georgian variation uses trout cooked with tarragon, green plums (or lemon), and white wine for a fragrant and tangy stew. Ingredients (Serves 2–3): * 2 whole trout (cleaned) or 500g trout fillets * 1 onion, sliced * 1 bunch fresh tarragon (or 1 tsp dried) * 100ml dry white wine * 2–3 green plums (or 1 tbsp lemon juice) * 2 cloves garlic, minced * Salt, pepper Instructions: 1. In a pot, layer onions, garlic, and herbs. Place trout on top. 2. Add wine, plums (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper. 3. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes until fish is tender. 4. Garnish with extra herbs and serve with bread or rice. Georgian Tip: Traditionally cooked in a clay pot and served with cornbread (mchadi) or ghomi (cornmeal porridge).

Shrimp and Wild Rice Casserole Creamy Baked Shrimp and Wild Rice Casserole with Mushrooms and Herbs Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice blend 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium saucepan, combine wild rice blend and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45–50 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. While rice cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook for 5–6 minutes, until soft. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, shrimp, sour cream, mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan. Stir gently to combine. Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through and top is golden. Garnish with parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #shrimprecipes #wildricecasserole #seafoodbake #comfortfooddinner #easycasserole #bakedshrimpdish #weeknightmeals #homemadecasserole #creamyshrimp #glutenfreedinner #mushroomcasserole #shrimpandrice #familydinnerideas #cheesycasserole #shrimpcomfortfood #easyshrimpbake #ovenbakedrecipes #savorycasserole #heartymeals #makeaheadmeal This creamy Shrimp and Wild Rice Casserole is packed with juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms, and herby flavor! Cozy, hearty, and easy to prep ahead!

Steamed Cabbage Simple Steamed Cabbage with Butter and Herbs Ingredients: 1 medium green cabbage, cored and cut into wedges 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional) Directions: Fill a large pot with 1–2 inches of water and fit it with a steamer basket. Bring the water to a boil. Place cabbage wedges in the steamer basket. Cover with a lid. Steam the cabbage for 8–10 minutes, or until tender but still slightly crisp. Transfer the cabbage to a serving dish. Drizzle with olive oil or add butter. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice before serving if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 60 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #steamedcabbage #healthyvegetables #simpleveggies #easyrecipes #quickside #lowcalorierecipes #cabbagelove #vegetabledish #vegetarianrecipes #glutenfreerecipes #steamedveggies #cleanrecipes #lightmeals #herbandbutter #wholesomefood #simplecooking #veganfriendly #easyplantbased #minimalingredients #weeknightcooking Keep it light and fresh with this Simple Steamed Cabbage! Perfect as a side dish or healthy meal base. Add a touch of butter and lemon juice for the win!

Spicy Tomato Chickpea Shakshuka Fiery Chickpea Shakshuka with Spicy Tomato Sauce and Herbs Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1/2 cup spicy tomato sauce (store-bought or homemade) 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Salt and pepper, to taste 4 large eggs Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Crusty bread, for serving Directions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 4–5 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and red bell pepper; cook for another 3 minutes. Add paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in crushed tomatoes and spicy tomato sauce. Stir to combine. Bring to a simmer. Add chickpeas and season with salt and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use a spoon to create small wells in the sauce and gently crack the eggs into the wells. Cover the skillet and cook until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped herbs. Serve hot with crusty bread. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #vegetarian #shakshuka #chickpeas #spicyfood #healthyrecipes #quickmeals #easyrecipes #comfortfood #highprotein #meatlessmeals #middleeasternfood #brunchideas #tomatosauce #eggrecipes #plantbased #spicytomatosauce #herbcooking #weeknightdinner #flavorfulmeals #saucyandspicy Wake up your tastebuds with this Fiery Chickpea Shakshuka! Spicy, savory, and ready in 35 minutes—perfect for brunch or dinner!