Baked Pasta with Ricotta and Spinach Cheesy Ricotta‑Spinach Baked Ziti al Forno Ingredients: 14 oz (400 g) ziti or penne rigate 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, finely diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 10 oz (280 g) fresh spinach, roughly chopped 2 cups (500 g) ricotta cheese 1 large egg 1 cup (90 g) shredded mozzarella, divided ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan, divided 2 ½ cups (600 ml) marinara sauce 1 tsp dried oregano ½ tsp dried basil ¼ tsp ground nutmeg Salt & freshly‑ground black pepper, to taste Optional garnish: fresh basil ribbons Directions: Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Lightly grease a 9×13‑inch (23×33 cm) baking dish. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water 2 minutes less than package “al dente” time. Drain; set aside. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium. Sauté onion 4 min until translucent; add garlic and cook 30 sec. Add spinach, season with a pinch of salt, and wilt 2 min. Remove from heat; cool slightly. In a bowl, whisk ricotta, egg, oregano, basil, nutmeg, ¼‑cup Parmesan, ½‑cup mozzarella, salt, and pepper until smooth. Fold in sautéed spinach mixture. Combine cooked pasta with marinara sauce. Spread half of sauced pasta in baking dish. Dollop and gently spread ricotta‑spinach filling over pasta. Top with remaining pasta. Sprinkle remaining ½‑cup mozzarella and ¼‑cup Parmesan on top. Cover loosely with foil. Bake 20 min; uncover and bake 10 min more until cheese is golden and bubbly. Rest 5 min, garnish with basil, and serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 460 kcal | Servings: 6 #bakedpasta #ricotta #spinach #vegetarian #comfortfood #pastabake #weeknightdinner #italianinspired #cheesylovers #zitialforno #mealprep #familyfriendly #freezerfriendly #meatlessmonday #easyrecipes #onepanmeal #cheesebake #heartymeals #midweekmagic #ovenlove Nothing beats the cozy comfort of Cheesy Ricotta‑Spinach Baked Ziti fresh from the oven!

Spicy Meatball and Pepper Pasta Fiery Spicy Meatball and Roasted Pepper Pasta in Zesty Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1/4 cup breadcrumbs 1 egg 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Salt and pepper to taste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 2 cups tomato passata or crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 12 oz (340g) penne or rigatoni pasta Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Grated Parmesan cheese, to serve Directions: In a bowl, mix ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, chili flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Form into small meatballs. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides (about 8–10 minutes). Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers until softened, about 5–6 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, smoked paprika, and passata. Simmer for 10 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Return meatballs to the pan and cook for another 5–7 minutes until fully cooked through. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and toss with the sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and Parmesan. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 560 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #meatballpasta #spicypasta #pepperpasta #heartymeals #weeknightdinners #pastaandmeatballs #easycomfortfood #homemadepasta #chilipasta #zestytomatosauce #dinnerrecipes #italiandinner #spicycomfortfood #pastanight #rusticrecipes #easyfamilydinner #savoryflavors #meatballmadness #pastalovers #onepanmeals Turn up the heat This Spicy Meatball and Pepper Pasta is a bold, satisfying dish with every bite delivering fire and flavor!

Cabbage Roll Soup Hearty Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Soup with Ground Beef and Rice Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chopped green cabbage 1 large carrot, diced 4 cups beef broth 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain white rice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Add diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in chopped cabbage and carrots, cooking for 4–5 minutes until slightly softened. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and stir in the uncooked rice. Simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and vegetables are tender. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cabbagerollsoup #unstuffedcabbageroll #comfortsoup #beefsoup #weeknightdinners #cabbageideas #heartymeals #souprecipe #easyhomemade #fallcooking #winterwarmers #homemadesoup #souplovers #veggieandmeat #familydinner #easycomfortfood #cozyeats #mealprepideas #simpleingredients #classicflavor Turn your favorite comfort dish into a spoonful of cozy! This Cabbage Roll Soup is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for chilly days.

German Potato and Sausage Salad Warm Bavarian Potato Salad with Smoked Sausage and Mustard Vinaigrette Ingredients: 2 lbs baby red or Yukon gold potatoes, halved 1 lb smoked sausage or bratwurst, sliced into rounds 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon honey 1/4 cup vegetable or chicken broth Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley Optional: chopped chives or green onions for garnish Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook for 12–15 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and set aside. While the potatoes cook, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and sauté for 5–6 minutes until browned and heated through. Remove from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add the red onion. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the apple cider vinegar, both mustards, honey, and broth. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes to blend the flavors. Add the cooked potatoes and sausage back into the skillet and toss gently to coat with the warm vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in chopped parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with extra herbs if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #germanpotatosalad #sausagerecipes #bavarianflavors #warmpotatosalad #oktoberfestfood #comfortsalad #mustardvinaigrette #bratwurstlove #heartymeals #easygermanrecipes #smokedsausage #rusticcooking #potatorecipes #quickdinnerideas #authenticgerman #cozycuisine #dinnerrecipes #saladwithsubstance #homestylefood #germaninspired Cozy and full of bold flavor — this German Potato and Sausage Salad is the ultimate warm salad for fall feasting or year-round cravings!

Spicy Beef and Spinach Pasta Fiery Garlic Beef Pasta with Wilted Spinach and Chili Flakes Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) penne pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound (450g) ground beef 1 small onion, finely chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/2 cup beef broth 1/2 cup tomato sauce 4 cups baby spinach, loosely packed 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5–6 minutes. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Add the spinach and stir until just wilted, about 1 minute. Toss in the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan, mixing well to coat. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 510 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spicypasta #beefrecipes #pastaideas #easyweeknightmeals #comfortfood #spicyfoodie #spinachrecipe #garliclover #heartymeals #quickdinner #familydinner #homecooking #italianstyle #onepotmeal #pastalovers #savorydishes #pastaandbeef #herbyflavors #hotandhearty #chiliflakepasta Turn up the heat with this Spicy Beef and Spinach Pasta! Packed with flavor, protein, and the perfect amount of kick!