Chicken and Basil Pesto Pasta Creamy Chicken and Fresh Basil Pesto Pasta Delight Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional) For the Basil Pesto: 2 cups fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup pine nuts 2 garlic cloves 1/2 cup olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/4 cup of pasta water. Meanwhile, season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside. To make the pesto, combine basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Toss cooked pasta with the pesto, adding reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time to loosen the sauce if needed. Add the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Toss everything gently to combine. Top with toasted pine nuts before serving, if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: Approximately 540 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #basilpesto #pestopasta #chickenpasta #italianrecipes #quickmeals #familydinners #pastalovers #homemadepesto #comfortfood #easydinners #freshbasil #chickenrecipes #simplemeals #pastaideas #midweekmeals #garliclovers #weeknightdinner #foodblogfeed #healthyish #pastanight Creamy, herby, and packed with flavor – this Chicken & Basil Pesto Pasta is the weeknight dinner you’ve been dreaming of

Spicy Szechuan Mayo Fiery Szechuan Chili Mayo with a Creamy Kick Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 tablespoon Szechuan chili crisp (with flakes and oil) 1 teaspoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Optional: 1/8 teaspoon ground Szechuan peppercorns (for extra tingle) Directions: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Szechuan chili crisp, rice vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and sesame oil. Mix until fully smooth and evenly blended. For an added numbing kick, stir in ground Szechuan peppercorns. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Use as a dipping sauce, sandwich spread, or drizzle for grilled meats and roasted veggies. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Chill Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 120 kcal per 2 tbsp | Servings: 6 servings #szechuanmayo #spicymayo #asianfusion #homemadesauce #dippingsauce #chilicrisp #quickrecipes #hotandcreamy #szechuanflavors #mayoaddict #condimentlove #easycondiment #spicysauce #sauceboss #spicyflavor #chilisauce #saucerecipe #boldflavors #asianinspired #mayoideas Turn up the flavor with this Spicy Szechuan Mayo! Creamy, bold, and fiery — the perfect dip or drizzle for everything!

Chef John's Buttermilk Biscuits Flaky, Golden Buttermilk Biscuits from Scratch Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes 3/4 cup cold buttermilk (plus more for brushing) Directions: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add cold butter pieces to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Make a well in the center and pour in the cold buttermilk. Stir just until the dough comes together; do not overmix. Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 3/4-inch thick rectangle. Fold the dough in thirds like a letter, rotate 90°, and gently flatten again. Repeat the fold one more time for extra layers. Pat the dough out one final time and use a round biscuit cutter to cut out biscuits. Do not twist the cutter. Place biscuits close together on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with a little buttermilk. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Serve warm. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 210 kcal | Servings: 8 biscuits #buttermilkbiscuits #southernbiscuits #chefjohnrecipes #homemadebiscuits #flakybiscuits #easybaking #comfortfood #biscuitrecipe #brunchrecipes #breakfastbakes #bakingfromscratch #quickbreads #classicbiscuits #butterygoodness #goldenbiscuits #southernbaking #biscuitsandgravy #homemadecomfort #brunchideas #ovenfresh Just pulled these golden beauties from the oven! Chef John's Buttermilk Biscuits are everything you want—flaky, buttery, and SO good warm with a pat of butter.

Cheeseburger Soup Hearty Cheeseburger Soup with Ground Beef, Cheddar, and Veggies Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 small onion, chopped 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup diced celery 1 teaspoon garlic powder 4 tablespoons butter, divided 4 cups peeled and diced potatoes 3 cups chicken broth 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups whole milk 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 cup sour cream Directions: In a large soup pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain and set aside. In the same pot, add 1 tablespoon butter, then sauté onions, carrots, celery, and garlic powder until tender, about 5 minutes. Add diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. In a small saucepan, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter. Whisk in flour to form a roux. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then gradually add milk, whisking until smooth and thickened. Stir the roux into the soup. Add the cooked beef back to the pot and stir in the shredded cheese until melted. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream. Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra cheese or chopped green onions if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #cheeseburgersoup #heartymeals #comfortsoup #soupseason #groundbeefrecipes #easyweeknightdinner #souprecipe #cheddarsoup #homemadesoup #winterwarmers #dairyrecipes #soupsandstews #familyfriendlymeals #creamsoup #cheesylove #souprecipeoftheday #savorysoups #cheesebasedsoup #potatosoup #warmcomfort This Cheeseburger Soup is everything you love about a classic burger—rich, cheesy, and filling—all in one cozy bowl!

Chicken Broth in a Slow Cooker Slow-Simmered Homemade Chicken Broth in the Crockpot Ingredients: 1 whole chicken carcass (or 2–3 lbs of chicken bones) 2 carrots, roughly chopped 2 celery stalks, roughly chopped 1 onion, quartered 4 cloves garlic, smashed 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon whole peppercorns 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 10 cups water Fresh parsley or thyme (optional) Salt to taste (add after cooking) Directions: Place chicken bones, vegetables, garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns into a large slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and pour in the water to cover all ingredients. Set the slow cooker to LOW and let it cook for 10–12 hours, or up to 24 hours for a richer broth. Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or pot. Discard solids and season the broth with salt to taste. Let broth cool before storing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 hours | Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes Kcal: 35 kcal | Servings: 8 cups #homemadebroth #chickenbroth #slowcookersoup #crockpotbroth #bonebroth #souprecipe #chickenstock #kitchenstaple #fromscratch #slowcooked #mealprepideas #comfortbase #souplovers #slowcookerrecipes #crockpotbasics #nutrientrich #easybroth #noadditives #cleanrecipes #pastinabase Simmering golden magic in my slow cooker today — this Chicken Broth is the ultimate base for all your cozy recipes!