New Jersey Beef and Sausage Ragu Pasta Hearty New Jersey-Style Beef & Italian Sausage Ragu with Rigatoni Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef 1/2 lb sweet Italian sausage, casings removed 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 (14 oz) can tomato sauce 2 tbsp tomato paste 1/2 tsp sugar 1 tsp dried oregano 1 tsp dried basil Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped 12 oz rigatoni or ziti pasta Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: In a large Dutch oven or deep skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and red pepper flakes, cook for 1 minute. Add ground beef and sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 8–10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and tomato paste. Add sugar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Meanwhile, cook rigatoni according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining. Stir fresh parsley into the ragu. Add pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. Use reserved pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve topped with grated Parmesan and fresh basil. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 640 kcal | Servings: 4–6 servings #newjerseyragu #beefandsausagepasta #comfortfoodclassic #homemaderagu #italianamericanrecipe #rigatonirecipe #pastanight #sundaydinner #heartymeal #raguinspired #meatsauceperfection #familydinnerideas #pastaeats #italiandinner #saucygoodness #jerseykitchen #easyitalianmeals #meatloverpasta #redgravyrecipe #pastaloversdelight Nothing says cozy New Jersey dinner like this rich Beef & Sausage Ragu Pasta A meaty, bold red sauce hugging every bite of rigatoni—seriously comforting!

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.

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!

Shrimp and Wild Rice Casserole Creamy Baked Shrimp and Wild Rice Casserole with Mushrooms and Herbs Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice blend 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to taste 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 cup sour cream 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium saucepan, combine wild rice blend and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45–50 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. While rice cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Cook for 5–6 minutes, until soft. Stir in thyme, salt, and pepper. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, sautéed vegetables, shrimp, sour cream, mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan. Stir gently to combine. Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until shrimp are cooked through and top is golden. Garnish with parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #shrimprecipes #wildricecasserole #seafoodbake #comfortfooddinner #easycasserole #bakedshrimpdish #weeknightmeals #homemadecasserole #creamyshrimp #glutenfreedinner #mushroomcasserole #shrimpandrice #familydinnerideas #cheesycasserole #shrimpcomfortfood #easyshrimpbake #ovenbakedrecipes #savorycasserole #heartymeals #makeaheadmeal This creamy Shrimp and Wild Rice Casserole is packed with juicy shrimp, earthy mushrooms, and herby flavor! Cozy, hearty, and easy to prep ahead!