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 🍝🔥🌿

Tuscan Chicken Soup Hearty Tuscan-Inspired Chicken and Vegetable Soup Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 3 celery stalks, sliced 1 zucchini, diced 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes 6 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped 1/2 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni) Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish Grated Parmesan cheese for serving Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Add carrots, celery, and zucchini; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Stir in oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts whole to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return shredded chicken to the pot. Stir in pasta and cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes. Add chopped spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 #tuscansoup #chickensouprecipe #italiancomfortfood #heartymeals #homemadesoup #vegetablepacked #easyitalianrecipes #souprecipes #chickenandpasta #winterwarmer #healthysoup #italianflavors #weeknightdinner #mealprepideas #souplovers #spinachrecipes #comfortfood #slowcookedflavor #homemadehealing #delicioussoups Cozy up with a bowl of Tuscan Chicken Soup! 🍲 Hearty veggies, tender chicken, and a touch of Italian herbs make this the ultimate comfort food. 🍅🍗🌿

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.

Healthy Ranch Chicken Salad Fresh and Flavorful Healthy Ranch Chicken Salad with Crisp Veggies Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced 2 cups mixed salad greens (romaine, spinach, arugula) 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup cucumber, diced 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/4 cup low-fat ranch dressing (or homemade ranch dressing) 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 1 teaspoon dried dill 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper, to taste Optional: 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese or crispy bacon bits Directions: In a large bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, Greek yogurt, dried dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Add the cooked chicken to the dressing and toss until well coated. In a serving bowl or plate, layer the salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and shredded carrots. Top with the ranch-coated chicken mixture. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese or bacon bits if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for flavors to meld. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 #healthychicken #ranchsalad #chickensalad #lowcaloriediet #healthyeating #proteinpacked #easyrecipes #saladrecipe #freshingredients #mealprepideas #lightlunch #homemade #healthyrecipes #dinnerideas #glutenfree #cleanrecipes #weightlossmeals #quickmeals #dairyfriendly #weeknightdinner Craving a fresh and healthy meal? Try this Healthy Ranch Chicken Salad — packed with crisp veggies and creamy ranch flavor for a guilt-free delight! 🥗🍗🌿

Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella Cheese Juicy Balsamic-Glazed Chicken Breast Topped with Melted Mozzarella Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour half of the balsamic mixture over them. Turn to coat evenly. Bake chicken for 20 minutes. Remove from oven, spoon the remaining balsamic mixture over the chicken, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Return to oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 #balsamicchicken #bakedchicken #mozzarellacheese #easychickenrecipe #glutenfree #healthymeals #lowcarb #weeknightdinner #italianflavors #chickenbreast #homecooking #comfortfood #familymeals #proteinpacked #quickmeals #mealprep #cheesychicken #flavorfulrecipes #ovenbaked #italianrecipe This Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Mozzarella is everything you need for a quick, flavorful dinner! Juicy chicken glazed in tangy balsamic and topped with melty cheese — pure comfort food! 🧄🍗🧀