Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Fettuccine Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 2 cups broccoli florets 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup whole milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water. Drain pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and milk, bringing to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta and broccoli. Toss to coat everything in the Alfredo sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenalfredo #broccolipasta #creamypasta #italianrecipes #comfortfood #easyweeknightdinner #chickenrecipes #pastalover #homemadealfredo #dinnerideas #familymeals #italianfood #garlicbuttersauce #pastaideas #heartymeals #freshparsley #deliciousdinner #creamyalfredo #healthycomfortfood #foodie Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken and fresh broccoli—this Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is a weeknight winner!

Roasted Garlic and Zucchini Pasta Creamy Roasted Garlic and Tender Zucchini Pasta Delight Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti or your favorite pasta 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons 1 whole bulb of garlic 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Juice of half a lemon Directions: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until soft and golden. While garlic roasts, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water before draining. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add zucchini slices, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Once garlic is cool enough to handle, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a bowl and mash into a smooth paste. Add the roasted garlic paste to the skillet with zucchini. Toss in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese. Add lemon juice and red pepper flakes, if using. Slowly add reserved pasta water a little at a time to create a silky sauce, tossing until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #roastedgarlicpasta #zucchinipasta #italianrecipes #pastarecipe #vegetarianmeal #comfortfood #easyweeknightdinner #garliclover #healthyrecipes #simplemeals #freshingredients #italiancuisine #homecooking #pastaideas #summerrecipes #freshbasil #parmesancheese #garlicflavor #veggiepasta #deliciousdinner Craving comfort food with a fresh twist? Try this Roasted Garlic and Zucchini Pasta—creamy, flavorful, and easy to make any night of the week!

Beef and Sweet Potato Mash Savory Ground Beef with Garlic-Herb Sweet Potato Mash Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup milk (or more, as needed) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Optional: sautéed spinach or peas for serving Directions: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add sweet potato cubes. Cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Season with paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and reduce heat to low. Mash sweet potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper. To serve, divide the mashed sweet potatoes between plates. Top with savory ground beef mixture and garnish with chopped parsley. Add greens like sautéed spinach if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 430 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #beefandsweetpotato #comfortfoodrecipes #groundbeefmeals #sweetpotatomash #easyweeknightdinner #savorydinner #healthybowl #cleancomfortfood #homestylemeals #beefandmash #familyfriendlyrecipe #glutenfreedinner #balancedmeals #sweetpotatorecipes #highproteinlowfat #dinnerunder30minutes #heartyandhealthy #mealprepideas #cozymeals #veggiefriendlydinner Say hello to comfort in a bowl! This Beef and Sweet Potato Mash is savory, cozy, and totally weeknight-approved.

Beef and Potato Pierogi Casserole Cheesy Layered Beef & Pierogi Bake with Caramelized Onions Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste 1 (16 oz) package frozen potato and cheese pierogies 1 cup sour cream 1/2 cup beef broth 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions (for garnish) Butter or oil spray (for greasing) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil spray. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add sliced onions and cook until golden and caramelized, about 10–12 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, cook ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Add garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook another 2 minutes. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream and beef broth until smooth. Arrange half the pierogies in the bottom of the baking dish. Spread half the beef mixture over the pierogies, then spoon over some of the sour cream mixture. Repeat layers with remaining pierogies, beef, and sour cream sauce. Top with caramelized onions and sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly across the top. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until golden and bubbly. Garnish with chives or green onions and serve warm. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #pierogicasserole #beefbake #comfortfoodrecipes #potatopie #cheesybake #heartymeals #familydinnerideas #midwestcooking #easycasserole #homestylecooking #pierogilove #groundbeefrecipe #freezerfriendly #onionandbeef #polishinspired #pierogibake #layeredcasserole #easyweeknightdinners #cheesycomfort #savorypierogi This Beef and Potato Pierogi Casserole is what cozy dinners are made of! Layers of cheesy pierogies, savory beef, and golden onions—pure comfort.

Spicy Beef and Cheese Pasta Fiery Cheesy Beef Pasta Bake with Chili Kick Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne or rigatoni) 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup beef broth or water 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, paprika, and cumin, and cook for another minute. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors. Add the cooked pasta to the beef sauce and mix well. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 495 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #spicybeefpasta #cheesypastabake #comfortfoodrecipes #bakedpasta #pastaandcheese #beefandpasta #chilipasta #fierybites #easyweeknightmeals #spicycomfortfood #familydinnerideas #groundbeefrecipes #pastaovenbake #cheeselovers #easybakedmeals #heartyfood #mozzarellapasta #boldflavors #quickovenmeals #cheesycomfort Craving comfort food with a spicy twist? This Spicy Beef and Cheese Pasta Bake delivers BIG flavor and gooey cheese in every bite!