Tomato and Rice Soup Hearty Tomato and Rice Soup with Herbs and Garlic Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 carrot, diced 1 celery stalk, diced 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes 4 cups vegetable broth 3/4 cup white rice (or brown rice) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley or basil for garnish Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Directions: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for 5–6 minutes until vegetables are softened. Add garlic, oregano, basil, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Add the rice, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan, if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tomatoricesoup #souprecipes #comfortfood #vegetariansoup #easydinners #riceinbroth #heartymeals #souplover #tomatolovers #homecooking #herbalsoup #weeknightrecipes #souprecipeideas #veggiesoup #souphacks #plantbasedsoups #familydinners #ricebasedsoup #soupseason #simpleingredients A warm bowl of Tomato and Rice Soup is all you need on a chilly day. Comforting, herby, and hearty with just the right balance of flavors.

Tkemali Chicken Thighs Pan-Seared Chicken Thighs Glazed in Homemade Tkemali Sauce Ingredients: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup green or red tkemali (Georgian sour plum sauce) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon coriander 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish Lemon wedges, for serving Directions: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and coriander. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5–6 minutes until golden and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for 3–4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low. Remove excess fat if needed, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the tkemali sauce and gently coat the chicken. Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the meat, until chicken is fully cooked and tender. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges and rice or roasted vegetables. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 385 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #georgiancuisine #tkemali #chickenthighs #easychickenrecipes #georgiansauce #sourplumsauce #chickendinner #comfortfood #weeknightdinner #homecooking #savoryglaze #pansearedchicken #georgianflavors #plumsauce #authenticflavors #midweekmeals #freshherbs #spiceddinner #worldcuisine #homemadesauce This is not your average chicken dish! These Tkemali-glazed chicken thighs are bold, tangy, and full of Georgian flavor. Perfect for impressing your dinner guests or just treating yourself!

Beef Sausage, Onion, Bell Peppers & Tomatoes over Rice Savory Beef Sausage Stir-Fry with Peppers, Tomatoes & Steamed Rice Ingredients: 1 lb beef sausage links or ground beef sausage, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 2 large tomatoes, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups cooked white or brown rice Optional: chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté the onions and bell peppers until softened, about 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 5–7 minutes until the tomatoes break down into a light sauce. Return the cooked sausage to the pan and stir to coat in the sauce. Simmer everything together for 2–3 minutes. Serve hot over cooked rice and garnish with parsley or green onions if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 460 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beefsausage #pepperstirfry #ricedish #quickdinners #familymeal #easyweeknightmeal #savorysupper #comfortfoodbowl #heartyrecipes #bellpeppers #sausageandrice #tomatoesskillet #garlicflavors #onepanmeals #budgetfriendlydinner #easymeals #meatylovers #simplehomecooking #30minutemeals #weeknightwinner Sautéed sausage, sweet peppers, and tomatoes all over fluffy rice? YES, PLEASE! This meal hits every comfort note.

Peruvian Chicken with Aji Verde Spicy Peruvian Chicken with Creamy Green Sauce Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste For Aji Verde (Peruvian Green Sauce): 1 cup fresh cilantro, packed 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded 1 clove garlic 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt to taste Directions: In a bowl, mix chicken thighs with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the Aji Verde sauce. In a blender, combine cilantro, mayonnaise, sour cream, jalapeño, garlic, lime juice, Parmesan, olive oil, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken thighs for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Serve hot with a generous drizzle of the Aji Verde sauce on top or on the side. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #peruviancuisine #ajiverde #chickendinner #latinrecipes #spicysauce #grilledchicken #creamyherbsauce #easyweeknightmeal #homemadeperuvian #cilantrosauce #jalapenochicken #latinfoodlove #chickenrecipes #saucylovers #southamericanflavors #dinnerideas #quickmeals #flavorpacked #easyhomecooking #chickenskillet Bring the bold flavors of Peru to your kitchen with this Spicy Peruvian Chicken topped with vibrant Aji Verde! A must-try for sauce lovers!

Beef and Teriyaki Glaze Sizzling Teriyaki Glazed Beef with Sweet-Savory Umami Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Salt and pepper to taste 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons mirin (or rice vinegar + 1/2 tsp sugar) 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water 1 teaspoon sesame oil Optional: sesame seeds, chopped green onions, steamed rice for serving Directions: Season the sliced beef lightly with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer and sear quickly for 1–2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, and honey. Bring to a gentle simmer. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir continuously until the sauce thickens, about 1–2 minutes. Return beef to the skillet and toss in the teriyaki glaze until evenly coated. Drizzle with sesame oil. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, over rice or stir-fried veggies. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 385 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #teriyakibeef #japaneseinspired #beefrecipes #teriyakiglaze #easybeefdinner #asianflavors #umamibomb #quickdinners #sweetandsavory #flanksteak #sirloinbeef #glazedsauce #ricebowl #beefstirfry #teriyakibowl #homecooking #mealsinminutes #beefentree #dinnerinspo #saucylove Sweet, savory, and sizzling! This Beef and Teriyaki Glaze is the ultimate 25-minute dinner—juicy slices of beef coated in a sticky umami-rich sauce!