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.

Chicken with Dijon Mustard and Tarragon Sauce Creamy Dijon Tarragon Chicken in a French-Inspired Sauce Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 shallot, finely chopped 1/2 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup heavy cream 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried tarragon) Salt and pepper to taste Directions: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. In the same skillet, add butter, garlic, and shallot. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant and translucent. Pour in the wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let simmer for 3–4 minutes to reduce slightly. Add chicken broth, cream, Dijon mustard, and tarragon. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes until sauce thickens. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for another 3–4 minutes. Serve warm with a drizzle of sauce over each piece. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: Approximately 420 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickendinner #dijonmustard #frenchchicken #tarragonchicken #easyrecipes #creamychicken #weeknightmeals #comfortfood #skilletchicken #mustardcream #herbsauce #homecooking #easydinners #chickenrecipe #savorysauce #whitewinesauce #gourmetathome #quickdinner #tarragonrecipes #cozymeals This Chicken with Dijon Mustard and Tarragon Sauce is French-inspired elegance in under 40 minutes. Creamy, herby, and full of flavor—perfect for your next cozy dinner.

French Onion Soup Rice Caramelized Onion and Herb Rice Bake Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large yellow onions, thinly sliced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup Arborio or long grain rice 2 cups beef broth 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup grated Gruyère cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly, stirring often, until deeply golden and caramelized—about 25–30 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 more minute until fragrant. Stir in the uncooked rice and toast it for 2–3 minutes with the onion mixture. Add beef broth, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in the Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses until melted and creamy. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #comfortfood #frenchonionrice #homemadegoodness #easyrecipes #cozymeals #dinnerideas #onepotmeals #simpleeats #caramelizedonions #savoryrice #cheesyrice #heartymeals #familyfavorites #onionlovers #beefbrothrecipes #classicflavors #herbrice #gruyerecheese #easyweeknightdinner #pantrymeals Say hello to your new comfort food obsession! 🧅🧀 This French Onion Soup Rice is creamy, cheesy, and packed with rich caramelized flavor in every bite!

Beef and Guinness Stew Hearty Beef and Guinness Stew with Root Vegetables and Herbs Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 parsnips, peeled and sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons flour 1 (14.9 oz) can Guinness stout 2 cups beef broth 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper, then brown them in batches. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and flour, cooking for 1 minute. Slowly pour in the Guinness, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze. Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, carrots, parsnips, thyme, and bay leaves. Return beef to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2–2.5 hours, until the beef is tender and the stew has thickened. Remove bay leaves. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2.5 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #beefandguinness #irishstew #comfortfood #beefstewrecipe #guinnesscooking #winterwarmer #rootvegetables #heartymeals #slowcookedbeef #dutchovenrecipes #sundaydinnerideas #guinnessrecipes #stpaddysdayrecipes #stewseason #soulfood #rusticcooking #beerbraisedbeef #traditionalstew #savorybeef #cozymeals Nothing says cozy like a bowl of rich Beef and Guinness Stew 🍺🥕🥩 A slow-cooked classic that warms you from the inside out.

Chicken with Rice Soup Comforting Chicken and Rice Soup with Herbs and Vegetables Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 carrots, peeled and sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs 6 cups chicken broth 1/2 cup long-grain white rice (or brown rice) 1 bay leaf 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional for brightness) 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes. Add carrots and celery. Cook for another 4–5 minutes until slightly softened. Place chicken breasts or thighs into the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Stir in rice, bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot. Stir in lemon juice, if using. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenandrice #comfortfoodrecipes #souprecipes #homemadesoup #onepotmeals #easychickensoup #healthydinnerideas #cozymeals #familyfriendlyrecipes #simpleingredients #wholesomefood #souprecipeideas #herbalsoups #classiccomfort #mealinabowl #easymealprep #homemadegoodness #ricebasedrecipes #chickensoupheals #heartyandhealthy 🍲 There's nothing quite like a bowl of Chicken and Rice Soup to warm the soul. Hearty, healthy, and full of flavor – perfect for busy nights or sick days! 🥕🌿