Garlic Butter Rice Fluffy Garlic Butter Rice with Herbs and Golden Flavor Ingredients: 1 cup long grain white rice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional, for garnish) Directions: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, not browned. Stir in the rice and toast it in the garlic butter for 2–3 minutes, coating each grain. Pour in the chicken broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #garlicbutterrice #ricerecipe #easymeals #sideideas #butterygarlic #garliclovers #quickrecipes #comfortfood #dinnerideas #homecooking #familymeals #herbedrice #chickenbrothrice #pantrystaples #ricebowl #garlicflavor #easycomfortfood #savoryrice #homemadesides #weeknightmeals This Garlic Butter Rice is the side dish you'll keep coming back to 🧄🍚 Buttery, garlicky, and done in 25 minutes—what more do you need?

White Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich Gooey White Pizza-Inspired Grilled Cheese with Garlic and Herbs Ingredients: 4 slices sourdough or Italian bread 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 2 tablespoons garlic butter or garlic-infused olive oil 1/2 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup shredded provolone cheese 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish) Directions: In a small bowl, mix ricotta with oregano, a pinch of salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Set aside. Butter one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side, spread garlic butter or brush with garlic olive oil. On two slices (unbuttered side up), layer the ricotta mixture, then top with mozzarella, provolone, and Parmesan. Top with the other slices of bread (buttered side out). Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese is melted. Slice and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh basil. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 18 minutes Kcal: Approximately 480 kcal per sandwich | Servings: 2 sandwiches #whitepizza #grilledcheeselovers #cheesysandwich #comfortfoodrecipes #garlicbread #cheesemelt #sandwichideas #easymeals #whitepizzaflavor #homemadegoodness #cheesepull #quicklunch #mozzarella #grilledcheeseheaven #crispybread #easycomfortfood #sourdoughsandwich #meltycheese #pizzatwist #lunchtimegoals Craving pizza AND grilled cheese? This White Pizza Grilled Cheese Sandwich gives you both! 🔥🧄🧀 So gooey and garlicky you’ll want two.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings Hearty Slow Cooker Chicken and Fluffy Dumplings Stew Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups water 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried parsley Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter, melted Directions: Place chicken, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, chicken broth, water, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper in a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir in milk and melted butter to form a soft dough. Drop spoonfuls of the dough over the hot stew in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 30-40 minutes until dumplings are puffed and cooked through. Serve hot and enjoy! Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 6-7 hours (low) | Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 400 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 6 servings #slowcookerrecipes #chickendumplings #comfortfood #slowcooking #heartymeals #easyrecipes #familydinner #homemadecooking #soupsandstews #dumplings #slowcookerlove #chickenrecipes #homecooking #comfortmeals #mealprep #slowcookercomfort #fallrecipes #wintermeals #easycomfortfood #homecooked 🍲🐔 Cozy up with this Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings recipe — tender chicken, hearty veggies, and fluffy dumplings all slow-cooked to perfection! Perfect comfort food for chilly days! ❄️🥣