Beef and Parsley Dumplings Hearty Beef Stew with Fluffy Parsley Dumplings Ingredients: For the Beef Stew: 1.5 lbs (700g) stewing beef, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 4 cups beef broth 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried) Salt and black pepper to taste For the Parsley Dumplings: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 cup milk Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender. To make dumplings, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until the mix resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in parsley, then milk, just until combined. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering stew (they will expand). Cover tightly and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid. Uncover and cook for another 5 minutes to firm up the dumplings. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beefstew #parsleydumplings #comfortfood #heartymeals #slowcooking #homemadefood #winterrecipes #onepotmeal #savorydishes #beefrecipes #dumplings #stewrecipes #freshparsley #easycomfortfood #fallrecipes #slowcookedbeef #rusticcooking #stovetopmeals #beefanddumplings #soulfood Cozy up with this rich and savory Beef Stew with Parsley Dumplings — tender beef, herby dumplings, and all the comfort you need in one pot!

Cincinnati Chili Spiced Cincinnati Chili Over Spaghetti with Cheddar & Onions Ingredients: 2 lbs ground beef 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups beef broth 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground allspice 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1 bay leaf 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 1 lb cooked spaghetti 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup diced onion 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed (optional) Directions: In a large pot over medium heat, add ground beef and break it up thoroughly with a spoon, but do not brown it. Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Stir in beef broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire, and all spices, including cocoa powder, cinnamon, allspice, and bay leaf. Bring to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Let it cook uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper to taste. For traditional "5-way" Cincinnati Chili, layer as follows: 1-way: Just the chili 2-way: Chili over spaghetti 3-way: Chili, spaghetti, and shredded cheddar 4-way: Add onions OR beans 5-way: Add both onions AND beans Serve hot and enjoy with oyster crackers if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes Kcal: 460 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cincinnatichili #5waychili #midwesternrecipes #comfortfood #spaghettichili #regionalfood #classicchili #heartymeals #familydinner #chilicravings #beefrecipes #americanchili #iconicdishes #cheddarcheese #groundbeef #cocoaandspice #homemadechili #weeknightdinner #cozyfood #chilioverpasta Ever tried chili over spaghetti? Cincinnati Chili is a flavor bomb with warming spices like cinnamon and cocoa—give your taste buds a treat tonight!

Beef and Cabbage Rolls Classic Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Savory Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 large head of green cabbage 1 lb ground beef 1/2 cup uncooked white rice 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 egg, beaten 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 2 cups tomato sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Directions: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Core the cabbage and gently separate 12–14 whole leaves. Blanch leaves in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until pliable. Drain and cool. In a bowl, mix ground beef, uncooked rice, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Lay out a cabbage leaf, place 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture in the center, fold in sides, and roll up tightly. Repeat with remaining leaves. In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, brown sugar, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Place a few leftover cabbage leaves at the bottom of a large baking dish. Arrange rolls seam-side down. Pour tomato sauce mixture over rolls. Cover tightly with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour, or until cooked through and tender. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #stuffedcabbage #beefcabbagerolls #comfortfood #cabbagerecipes #homestylemeals #cabbagerolls #savorybeef #traditionalcooking #bakedbeefrolls #familydinners #rusticdishes #homemadecomfort #classicrecipes #heartycooking #groundbeefrecipes #cabbagelove #rolledcabbage #dinnerideas #mealprep #tomatosauce Classic comfort food done right! These Beef and Cabbage Rolls are stuffed with seasoned beef and rice, all smothered in a rich tomato sauce. So satisfying!

Beef and Herb Butter Seared Beef with Garlic Herb Compound Butter Ingredients: 1 lb ribeye, sirloin, or filet mignon steak (choose your favorite cut) Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil For the Herb Butter: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1 teaspoon garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest Pinch of sea salt Directions: In a small bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, parsley, rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, and sea salt. Transfer onto a sheet of parchment paper and roll into a log. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. Season steaks generously with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over high heat until just smoking. Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes per side (or to desired doneness). Let rest for 5 minutes. Slice a round of the chilled herb butter and place it on top of each hot steak just before serving. Let it melt over the beef and infuse it with rich flavor. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes (plus 30 minutes chill time for butter) Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 2 servings #compoundbutter #herbbutter #steakdinner #beefrecipes #garlicherbbutter #steaknight #castironskillet #flavoredbutter #butterlover #freshherbs #ribeyeperfection #quicksteak #homesteakhouse #simplegourmet #easybeefdish #herbygoodness #dinnerdeluxe #steakupgrade #sizzleandserve #weekendsteak Elevate your steak game with this luscious Garlic Herb Butter melting over perfectly seared beef. Pure steakhouse vibes at home!

Beef and Zucchini Pancakes Savory Beef and Zucchini Pancakes with Crispy Edges Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground beef 1 medium zucchini, grated 2 eggs 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free) 2 green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil Neutral oil for frying Directions: Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, zucchini, eggs, flour, green onions, garlic, salt, pepper, chili flakes, soy sauce, and sesame oil until fully combined. Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan, flattening slightly with a spatula to form small pancakes. Cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with dipping sauce such as soy-vinegar or chili-garlic sauce. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 290 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 pancakes #beefrecipes #zucchinipancakes #savorypancakes #lowcarbrecipes #proteinmeals #familydinner #easyrecipes #healthycomfortfood #quickdinner #pancakerecipes #glutenoptional #hiddenveggies #mealprep #dinnerideas #beefideas #zucchinirecipes #foodblogger #panfried #crispyedges #foodie Craving something crispy, savory, and protein-packed? These Beef and Zucchini Pancakes are the perfect combo of flavor and crunch!