Romanian Green Pea Stew Traditional Romanian Mămăligă Pea Stew Ingredients: 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 cups fresh or frozen green peas 2 medium carrots, diced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth 1 teaspoon sweet paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped 1 tablespoon tomato paste Directions: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in carrots, red bell pepper, and potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes. Add green peas, tomato paste, paprika, and thyme. Stir to combine. Pour in broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in fresh dill before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 180 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #romanianfood #greenpeastew #traditionalrecipe #easterneuropeanfood #comfortfood #vegetablestew #heartymeal #homemade #seasonalrecipe #souprecipes #healthymeals #dillflavor #easyrecipes #plantbased #familyfriendly #pearecipe #countrystyle #slowcooking #veggielovers #homecooking Discover the comforting flavors of Romanian Green Pea Stew, a hearty, vegetable-packed dish with fresh dill and sweet paprika. Perfect for a cozy dinner! 🌿🥕🍲

Strawberry Chocolate Cake Decadent Chocolate Layer Cake with Fresh Strawberries Ingredients: For the cake: 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 cup whole milk 1/2 cup vegetable oil 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 cup boiling water For the strawberry filling: 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice For the chocolate frosting: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3 and 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/4 cup heavy cream 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Pinch of salt Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a large bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until smooth. Stir in boiling water carefully; batter will be thin. Divide batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cakes cool in pans for 10 minutes, then turn out onto wire racks to cool completely. Prepare strawberry filling: 8. Combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to macerate. Prepare frosting: 9. Beat butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and cocoa powder, alternating with heavy cream, until smooth and fluffy. 10. Mix in vanilla extract and salt. Assemble the cake: 11. Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread strawberry filling evenly on top. 12. Add second cake layer on top. Frost the entire cake with chocolate frosting. 13. Decorate with fresh strawberry slices if desired. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 450 kcal per slice (assuming 12 slices) | Servings: 12 servings #chocolatecake #strawberrycake #layercake #dessertrecipe #homemadecake #chocolatefrosting #freshfruitcake #bakinglove #sweettooth #cakeideas #celebrationcake #dessertlover #cakefromscratch #moistcake #fruitandchocolate #desserttime #bakingfun #frostingrecipe #classicdessert #cakeparty Indulge in this luscious Strawberry Chocolate Cake — moist chocolate layers paired with sweet, fresh strawberries and rich chocolate frosting. Perfect for any celebration! 🍓🍫🎂

Mongolian Chicken Sweet & Savory Mongolian Chicken with Garlic Ginger Sauce Ingredients: 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced 1/4 cup cornstarch 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (optional) 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish) Sesame seeds (for garnish) Directions: Toss the sliced chicken in cornstarch until evenly coated. Shake off any excess. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in batches and fry until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add soy sauce, water, brown sugar, vinegar (if using), and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Return the fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Cook for 2–3 more minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is glazed. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 425 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #mongolainchicken #asianinspired #quickdinner #sweetandsavory #garlicgingersauce #easychickenrecipes #takeoutfakeout #wokcooking #homecookedmeal #crispychicken #weeknightdinner #homemademeal #saucyskillet #flavorpacked #familyfavorites #easyasianrecipes #brownsugarsauce #sesameflavors #dinneridea #comfortfoodclassic 🔥 Just made the BEST Mongolian Chicken at home – saucy, crispy, and packed with flavor! 🥢🍗

White Kebab Sauce Creamy Garlic and Herb White Sauce for Kebab Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried parsley or fresh chopped parsley 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Directions: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt and mayonnaise until smooth. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, parsley, and ground cumin. Mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 70 kcal per 2 tablespoons | Servings: 6 servings #whitekebabsauce #garlicsauce #kebabcondiment #yogurtsauce #creamyherbsauce #middleeasternflavors #dipandsauce #homemadesauce #kebabrecipe #easyrecipes #garliclover #flavorboost #mediterraneanfood #yogurtdip #freshherbs This White Kebab Sauce is the perfect creamy, garlicky complement to your grilled kebabs and wraps! Easy to make and bursting with fresh herb flavor. 🥙🧄🥒

Vegetable Soup Hearty Garden Vegetable Soup Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 1 zucchini, diced 1 cup green beans, chopped 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 6 cups vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried basil Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add carrots and celery and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in zucchini, green beans, and diced tomatoes with their juice. Pour in vegetable broth and add thyme and basil. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender. Stir in fresh spinach or kale and cook for an additional 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 110 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #vegetablesoup #healthysoup #gardenfresh #plantbased #veganrecipes #souprecipe #comfortfood #lowcalorie #cleaneating #easyrecipes #veggiesoup #homemade #veganfriendly #glutenfree #dinnerideas #mealprep #soupseason #healthymeals #familyfriendly #heartymeal Warm up with this hearty Vegetable Soup—packed with fresh garden veggies and comforting flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners! 🥕🥒🍅