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!

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta Zesty Lemon Garlic Shrimp Linguine with Fresh Parsley and Parmesan Ingredients: 8 oz linguine pasta 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Zest of 1 lemon Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth) 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for serving Lemon wedges, for garnish Directions: Cook linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add shrimp in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 1–2 minutes per side until pink and cooked through. Remove shrimp and set aside. In the same skillet, add garlic and red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and white wine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2–3 minutes. Stir in butter and allow to melt completely. Return shrimp to the skillet along with the cooked linguine and toss everything together. Add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen the sauce, if needed. Finish with fresh parsley, Parmesan, and a final squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately with extra Parmesan and lemon wedges. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #shrimp #shrimpdinner #pastanight #easyrecipes #garlicshrimp #seafoodpasta #lemonshrimp #quickdinner #italianinspired #homemadefood #shrimpmeal #comfortfood #weeknightdinner #parmesan #freshparsley #lemonpasta #linguine #garlicbutter #shrimprecipes #simplemeals Bright, zesty, and loaded with flavor! This Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is the perfect weeknight dinner. Quick, fresh, and totally satisfying

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Fettuccine Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 2 cups broccoli florets 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup whole milk 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. In the last 3 minutes of cooking, add the broccoli florets to the boiling pasta water. Drain pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and milk, bringing to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce thickens slightly, about 3-5 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta and broccoli. Toss to coat everything in the Alfredo sauce. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenalfredo #broccolipasta #creamypasta #italianrecipes #comfortfood #easyweeknightdinner #chickenrecipes #pastalover #homemadealfredo #dinnerideas #familymeals #italianfood #garlicbuttersauce #pastaideas #heartymeals #freshparsley #deliciousdinner #creamyalfredo #healthycomfortfood #foodie Creamy, cheesy, and packed with tender chicken and fresh broccoli—this Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo Pasta is a weeknight winner!

Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Creamy Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup whole milk 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped Lemon wedges, for serving Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove shrimp and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer. Gradually whisk in the Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes. Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat in the Alfredo sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired consistency. Return the cooked shrimp to the skillet, mixing gently to combine and warm through. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 650 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #shrimpalfredo #fettuccinealfredo #seafoodpasta #creamyalfredo #garlicshrimp #pastarecipes #comfortfood #italianfood #quickdinner #easyrecipes #familymeals #parmesancheese #pastalovers #homecooking #weeknightmeals #shrimprecipes #dinnerideas #seafoodrecipes #richsauce #freshparsley 🍤🍝 Dive into this creamy Garlic Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo — a perfect blend of tender shrimp and luscious Alfredo sauce that's quick to make and sure to impress! 😍🧄