Chicken and Macaroni Bake Creamy Chicken and Macaroni Cheese Bake with a Golden Crust Ingredients: 2 cups cooked elbow macaroni 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie or poached) 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 cups milk 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese ½ cup mozzarella cheese ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon paprika Salt and pepper to taste ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional topping) Chopped parsley for garnish Directions: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour to form a roux and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook until the sauce thickens, about 3–5 minutes. Stir in cheddar, mozzarella, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and cheese is fully melted. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and shredded chicken. Pour the cheese sauce over and mix to coat evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs on top for a crunchy crust. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbling. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #chickenmacaroni #comfortfood #macandcheese #easybake #cheesybake #pastabake #familydinner #homestylecooking #ovenbakedpasta #chickendinner #bakedmacaroni #cheeselovers #mealprepideas #chickencasserole #simplemeals #weeknightdinner #creamybake #cheeseaddict #parmesancrust #bakedgoodness Creamy, cheesy, golden, and comforting! This Chicken and Macaroni Bake is the weeknight dinner your whole family will devour.

Strawberry Peach Bliss Smoothie Creamy Strawberry Peach Sunrise Ingredients: 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled 1 ripe peach, peeled and sliced 1/2 frozen banana 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla) 1/2 cup almond milk (or milk of choice) 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional) 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 3–4 ice cubes Directions: Add all ingredients into a high-speed blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 30–60 seconds. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding honey or maple syrup. Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy immediately. Optional: Garnish with a strawberry slice or a peach wedge. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 1 serving #smoothies #summerdrinks #strawberrysmoothie #peachsmoothie #healthydrinks #refreshingrecipes #easybreakfast #fruitlovers #veggiebased #cleaneating #quickrecipes #naturallysweet #cooldrinks #smoothierecipes #dairyfreeoption #kidfriendly #blenderrecipes #glutenfree #vegetarian #summerrecipes Rise and sip! This Strawberry Peach Bliss Smoothie is your new go-to for summer mornings. Creamy, fruity, and made with love

Mulberry Ice Cream Creamy Mulberry Ice Cream with Vanilla and Honey Ingredients: 2 cups fresh or frozen mulberries (stems removed) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Pinch of salt Optional: Extra mulberries or mint leaves for garnish Directions: In a small saucepan, combine mulberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until berries break down and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds (optional). In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, honey, vanilla, and salt. Stir in mulberry puree. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes). Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling + Churning Time: 6 hours | Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 8 servings #mulberryicecream #homemadeicecream #berrydessert #seasonalfruit #fruiticecream #smallbatchicecream #summerdessert #mulberryseason #vanillaicecream #creamyindulgence #frozentreats #fruitflavoredicecream #icecreamlovers #summerbites #wildberryicecream #honeyvanilla #icecreamparlorvibes #berrysweets #frozensweets #sweetrefreshment Scoop into summer bliss with this homemade Mulberry Ice Cream! Creamy, fruity, and touched with honey — it’s pure indulgence

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