Mushroom and Onion Pasta Savory Mushroom and Caramelized Onion Pasta in a Creamy Herb Sauce Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) fettuccine or pasta of choice 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 large onion, thinly sliced 10 oz (280g) cremini or button mushrooms, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup dry white wine (or vegetable broth) 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried) Salt and black pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden and caramelized. Add mushrooms and cook for another 6–7 minutes until tender and browned. Stir in garlic and thyme and cook for 1 more minute. Pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan, simmering for 2–3 minutes until the sauce is smooth and thickened slightly. Add cooked pasta to the pan and toss to coat in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra cheese if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 460 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #mushroompasta #onionpasta #caramelizedonionrecipe #creamyvegetarianpasta #pastaideas #comfortfoodrecipes #easyitaliandinner #meatlessmeals #herbpasta #savorypasta #pastawithsauce #mushroomandonion #weeknightpasta #garlicmushrooms #richpasta #simpledinnerideas #pastaeveryday #plantbasedcomfort #homemadepasta #easypastadish Nothing beats the cozy flavor of caramelized onions and mushrooms in a creamy pasta sauce — this one’s a new weeknight favorite!

Herbed Buttermilk Chicken Salad Crispy Herbed Chicken Salad with Creamy Buttermilk Dressing Ingredients: For the Salad: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and pepper to taste 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon olive oil 6 cups mixed salad greens 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cucumber, sliced 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, chives) For the Herbed Buttermilk Dressing: 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Salt and black pepper to taste Directions: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and garlic. Stir in the chopped herbs and season with salt and pepper. In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and herbs. Top the salad with sliced chicken and drizzle with herbed buttermilk dressing. Toss lightly to combine or serve dressing on the side. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 325 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #chickensalad #buttermilkchicken #saladrecipe #healthylunch #easymeals #herbedressing #homecooking #cleaneating #glutenfreelunch #freshherbs #lightmeals #greekyogurt #mealprepideas #saladbowl #comfortfood #quickrecipes #simpledinner #farmtotable #lowcarbrecipes #easychicken Say hello to your new favorite summer salad! This Herbed Buttermilk Chicken Salad is fresh, flavorful, and perfect for sunny days.

Chicken and Spinach Alfredo Pasta Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Fresh Spinach and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) fettuccine or penne pasta 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups fresh spinach 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) Chopped parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and nutmeg, if using. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 4–5 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Return chicken to the pan and combine. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix until well coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 590 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenalfredo #spinachpasta #creamypasta #easychickenrecipes #weeknightmeals #comfortfood #parmesanpasta #pastadinner #homecookedmeals #fettuccinealfredo #spinachrecipes #creamyalfredo #simpledinners #garlicpasta #onepanmeals #heartymeals #easycomfortfood #cheesylove #quickpasta #italianinspired Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender chicken and wilted spinach This Chicken and Spinach Alfredo Pasta is comfort food at its best!

Roasted Cauliflower and Pesto Pasta Creamy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or your favorite shape) 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets 3 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh basil leaves for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, until tender and golden brown. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Add roasted cauliflower to the skillet, stir to combine. Reduce heat to low, add cooked pasta, pesto, and lemon juice. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Stir in grated Parmesan and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #roastedcauliflower #pestopasta #vegetarianrecipes #comfortfood #italianflavors #pastalover #easyweeknightdinner #healthyrecipes #basilpesto #veggielove #homecooking #meatlessmonday #freshingredients #lemonflavor #garliclover #plantbasedmeals #simpledinners #roastedveggies #parmesanlove #pastadishes Cozy up with this Roasted Cauliflower and Pesto Pasta Tender, golden cauliflower paired with fresh basil pesto makes every bite a flavor explosion!

Spaghetti with Black Pepper Sauce Creamy Garlic Spaghetti with Cracked Black Pepper Sauce Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (more to taste) 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/4 cup reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional: chopped parsley or basil for garnish Directions: Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, cracked black pepper, and salt. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached. Serve hot, garnished with extra black pepper and fresh herbs if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spaghettirecipe #blackpepperpasta #comfortfood #pastadinner #creamygarlicpasta #easyitalian #homemadepasta #parmesancheese #pastalovers #quickmeals #crackedpepper #weeknightdinner #noodlelove #pastaaddict #easyrecipe #pastanight #spaghettidish #simpledinner #pastaperfection #flavorburst Simple, creamy, and bursting with flavor! 🍝 This Spaghetti with Black Pepper Sauce is your new weeknight go-to! 🧄🧂