Kosovo Chicken Soup with Root Vegetables Hearty Balkan Chicken Soup with Carrots, Parsnips, and Potatoes Ingredients: 1.5 lbs bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks 8 cups water 2 carrots, sliced 2 parsnips, sliced 2 medium potatoes, diced 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 celery stalk, chopped 1 bay leaf 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Optional: 1/4 cup orzo or rice Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant and translucent. Add chicken pieces and brown lightly on all sides, about 4–5 minutes. Pour in water, add bay leaf, and bring to a boil. Skim off any foam that rises to the top. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and celery. Cover and simmer for 45–50 minutes, or until chicken is tender and vegetables are soft. Remove chicken, shred meat, and return to the pot. (Discard bones and skin.) If using orzo or rice, add now and simmer for an additional 10–12 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or traditional Balkan cornbread. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #kosovorecipes #balkansoup #chickensoup #rootvegetablerecipes #heartychickensoup #traditionalbalkanfood #kosovancuisine #homemadesoup #comfortfoodseason #rusticsoup #chickenandvegetables #healthysoup #parsniprecipes #familydinnerideas #soupweather #easydinnerrecipes #souprecipeideas #slowsimmered #chickenrootsoup #flavorfulbroth Cozy up with a steaming bowl of Kosovo Chicken Soup with Root Vegetables – tender chicken, nourishing root veggies, and an aromatic broth that warms you to the core.

Meatloaf Seasoning Homemade Savory Meatloaf Seasoning Blend Ingredients: 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional for warmth) Directions: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Mix well until evenly blended. Store in an airtight container or spice jar for up to 6 months. Use 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons per pound of ground meat in your meatloaf recipe. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes Kcal: 10 kcal per tablespoon | Servings: Makes about 6 tablespoons #meatloafseasoning #homemadespiceblend #easyseasoningmix #meatloafflavor #diyspiceblend #savoryseasoning #comfortfoodseasoning #homestylecooking #mealprepideas #groundbeefseasoning #familyrecipes #classicmeatloaf #allpurposeblend #pantryfriendly #quickseasoningmix #beefrecipes #spiceitup #dinnersimplified #flavorboost #easymeatloaf No more bland meatloaf! 🧂 Make your own savory seasoning blend with pantry spices and bring bold flavor to every bite. 🍽️

Shrimp and Walnut Stuffing Savory Shrimp and Toasted Walnut Holiday Stuffing Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped 1 cup walnuts, roughly chopped 4 cups cubed day-old bread (sourdough or French bread works well) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 stalks celery, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried thyme) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1 1/2 cups seafood or chicken broth 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4–5 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant. Set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and celery for 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until just pink. Remove from heat. In a large bowl, combine the bread cubes, cooked shrimp mixture, toasted walnuts, parsley, thyme, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Drizzle in the broth and melted butter, mixing gently until the bread is moist but not soggy. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden brown on top. Serve warm as a side dish or stuffing option. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 310 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #stuffingrecipes #shrimpstuffing #holidaydishes #seafoodstuffing #thanksgivingsides #festiveflavors #shrimpandwalnuts #savorybakes #stuffingideas #holidaytable #gourmetstuffing #homemadeholidays #comfortfoods #shrimpbakes #easyholidayrecipes #coastalcuisine #seafoodtwist #shrimpseason #walnutrecipe #festiveside 🦐✨ Give your holiday table a gourmet twist with this Shrimp and Walnut Stuffing! Toasty, savory, and full of rich coastal flavor. 🍞🌿

Shrimp and Tomatillo Stew Zesty Shrimp Stew with Roasted Tomatillos and Chilies Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 lb fresh tomatillos, husked and rinsed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeño or serrano pepper, seeded and chopped (optional for heat) 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 2 cups low-sodium chicken or seafood broth Juice of 1 lime 1 tablespoon olive oil (for shrimp) Directions: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place tomatillos on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes, turning once, until blistered and soft. Transfer roasted tomatillos to a blender or food processor with half the cilantro, jalapeño, and 1/2 cup broth. Blend until smooth. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cumin, and cook 1 minute more. Pour in the tomatillo mixture and remaining broth. Stir in paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes. In a separate skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Cook shrimp 2–3 minutes per side until just pink and opaque. Add shrimp to the stew and simmer for 2–3 more minutes. Stir in lime juice and remaining cilantro. Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or crusty bread. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #shrimpstew #tomatillorecipes #mexicaninspired #seafooddinner #spicyshrimpstew #stewseason #homemadestew #easyshrimpdishes #tomatillostew #glutenfreerecipes #cilantrolime #freshshrimp #soupygoodness #comfortfoodseason #shrimpmeal #latinflavors #tomatillodishes #herbystew #weeknightmeal #shrimpandgreenchile 🔥 Bold, zesty, and packed with flavor — this Shrimp and Tomatillo Stew is what your dinner dreams are made of! 🍤🌿