Spicy Pumpkin Soup Velvety Spiced Pumpkin Soup with a Kick of Chili and Warm Aromatics Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4–1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste) 3 cups pumpkin purée (canned or roasted fresh) 3 cups vegetable broth 1 cup coconut milk Salt and black pepper, to taste Optional: pumpkin seeds, fresh parsley, or a swirl of cream for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, and chili flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the pumpkin purée and mix well to coat with the spices. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes. Stir in the coconut milk and simmer for another 5 minutes. Use an immersion blender (or transfer in batches to a blender) to purée the soup until smooth and velvety. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with pumpkin seeds, herbs, or a swirl of cream if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #pumpkinsoup #fallrecipes #spicysoups #comfortfoodseason #veganfriendly #cozymeals #pumpkinseason #easyfallmeals #coconutmilkrecipes #blendedsoup #homemadesoup #autumncomfort #soupseason #onepotmeal #spicygoodness #pumpkinflavors #healthycomfortfood #warmingdishes #vegetarianrecipes #quickmeals Warm up with this bold and velvety Spicy Pumpkin Soup A perfect balance of creamy, cozy, and just the right heat for chilly days.

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 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! 🍤🌿