BEHEMOTH MEATBALL & RICOTTA DEEP DISH Ingredients: 2 cups pizza dough 1 ½ cups sliced or halved meatballs (beef or pork) 1 cup shredded mozzarella ¾ cup dollops of ricotta cheese 1 cup marinara sauce 1 clove garlic, minced Optional: fresh basil or oregano Instructions: 1⃣ Press dough into deep dish pan. 2⃣ Spread marinara sauce, layer meatballs, mozzarella, and garlic. 3⃣ Dollop ricotta across the top. 4⃣ Bake until crust is golden & cheese is melted and bubbly. 5⃣ Garnish with fresh basil and serve hearty, cheesy indulgence! Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 45 min | Serves: 6

Tomato and Basil Soup Creamy Roasted Tomato and Fresh Basil Soup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, halved 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon sugar Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan option) 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish Optional: grated Parmesan or vegan cheese for topping Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place halved tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 30–35 minutes until slightly charred and softened. In a large pot, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add roasted tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes. Stir in sugar and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and add fresh basil. Blend the soup using an immersion blender (or carefully transfer to a blender in batches) until smooth. Return the soup to low heat and stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for 5 minutes more. Serve hot, garnished with more basil and optional grated cheese. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #tomatosoup #souprecipe #comfortfood #vegetariansoup #basilrecipes #homemadetomatosoup #roastedtomatoes #easyrecipes #fallrecipes #winterwarmers #healthycomfortfood #creamysoup #glutenfree #dairyoptional #souplovers #simplemeals #plantbased #herbsoup #tomatoandbasil #veganadaptable Nothing beats the cozy comfort of a bowl of Tomato and Basil Soup Creamy, fragrant, and absolutely heartwarming!

COLOSSAL FOUR-CHEESE & SAUSAGE DEEP DISH Ingredients: 2 cups pizza dough 1 ½ cups cooked Italian sausage, crumbled ½ cup mozzarella ½ cup provolone ½ cup ricotta (dolloped) ¼ cup Parmesan 1 clove garlic, minced Optional: red pepper flakes & basil Instructions: 1⃣ Press dough into deep dish pan. 2⃣ Layer sausage, garlic, and all four cheeses. 3⃣ Bake until crust is golden & cheese is bubbling. 4⃣ Top with red pepper flakes & basil for a kick. 5⃣ Serve molten, meaty, and insanely cheesy! Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min | Total: 45 min | Serves: 6

Looking for a comforting dish without the carbs? This Low-Carb Chicken Lasagna Bake is a creamy, cheesy delight that’s super simple to whip up! Ingredients: - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken - 1 cup ricotta cheese - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free) - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1 large egg - 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon onion powder - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh basil for garnish (optional) Directions: 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until it's well combined. 3. Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. 4. Layer half of the chicken mixture over the marinara sauce, spreading it evenly across the dish. 5. Add another layer of marinara sauce on top of that chicken layer. 6. Repeat the layers with the remaining chicken mixture and marinara sauce. 7. Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top. 8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. 9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. 10. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if you like. Nutrition Facts (per serving): - Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish - Calories: 320 - Protein: 36g - Fat: 16g - Carbs: 9g - Fiber: 1g Get ready to dig into this delicious dish that’s perfect for cozy nights in. Enjoy! #LowCarb #ChickenLasagna #HealthyEating #ComfortFood #EasyRecipes

If you're craving pizza but sticking to your keto diet, this Keto Pizza Casserole is your new best friend! It's quick to whip up and packed with mouthwatering flavors. **Ingredients:** - 1 pound ground beef - 1 medium onion, diced - 1 green bell pepper, diced - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes - 1 teaspoon dried oregano - 1 teaspoon dried basil - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese **Directions:** 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's nicely browned. If there’s excess fat, don’t forget to drain it! 3. Toss in the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté everything until the veggies are tender, which should take about 5-7 minutes. 4. Now, stir in the crushed tomatoes along with oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Let this delicious mixture simmer for about 5 minutes. 5. Carefully transfer the meat and veggie blend to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. 6. Generously top with shredded mozzarella cheese, then arrange those pepperoni slices on top for that classic pizza flavor. 7. Finish it off by sprinkling the grated Parmesan cheese over the entire casserole. 8. Bake in your preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is gloriously bubbly and golden brown. 9. Once done, let it cool for a couple of minutes before diving in! **Nutritional Values (per serving):** - Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole - Calories: 360 - Total Fat: 25g - Carbohydrates: 4g - Protein: 30g Get ready to indulge in a hearty, satisfying meal that’s perfect for keto lovers! #KetoFriendly #PizzaCasserole #LowCarbRecipes #Yum #HealthyEating