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

Lamb and Chickpea Soup Hearty Lamb and Chickpea Stew with Warm Spices Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) lamb shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes 6 cups beef or lamb broth 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped, for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add lamb pieces and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Return lamb to the pot and stir to coat with spices. Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until lamb is tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 90 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes Kcal: Approximately 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #lambsoup #chickpeasoup #heartymeals #souprecipes #comfortfood #mediterraneanfood #slowcooked #proteinpacked #soupsandstews #healthyrecipes #onepotmeal #warmspices #homemadefood #nutritious #winterwarmers #legumes #slowcooking #easyrecipes #lambrecipes #soulfood Cozy up with a bowl of this hearty Lamb and Chickpea Soup! Packed with warm spices and tender lamb, it’s the perfect comfort meal for chilly days.

Jay's Signature Pizza Crust Crispy and Chewy Jay's Signature Hand-Tossed Pizza Crust Ingredients: 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) active dry yeast 1 ¼ cups warm water (110°F / 45°C) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt Directions: In a small bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 ½ hours, until doubled in size. Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal portions. Roll each portion out to your desired pizza crust thickness. Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Add toppings of your choice and bake pizzas on a pizza stone or baking sheet for 12-15 minutes, or until crust is golden and crisp. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Rising Time: 1 - 1.5 hours | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 250 kcal per serving (1/8 of dough) | Servings: 2 pizza crusts #pizzacrust #homemadepizza #pizzarecipe #pizzadough #italianrecipes #homemadedough #pizzanight #handtossedpizza #crispycrust #chewypizza #easyrecipes #breaddough #yeastbread #pizzalover #comfortfood #weeknightdinner #doughrecipe #freshpizza #homemadefood #baking Jay’s Signature Pizza Crust delivers the perfect balance of crispy outside and chewy inside — homemade pizza just got better!

Indian Saag Classic Creamy Indian Saag with Spinach and Mustard Greens Ingredients: 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped 2 cups mustard greens, chopped (optional, or substitute with kale) 1 large onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated 2 tablespoons ghee or oil 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional) 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (adjust to taste) Salt to taste 1/2 cup heavy cream or plain yogurt (optional for creaminess) Fresh lemon juice, to taste Directions: Heat ghee or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds. Add onions, garlic, ginger, and green chili, sauté until onions are golden and soft, about 5-7 minutes. Add turmeric, coriander, red chili powder, and salt, stirring to combine well. Add chopped spinach and mustard greens. Cook down, stirring occasionally, until the greens are wilted and tender, about 10-15 minutes. Transfer the cooked greens to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth or to your desired texture. Return to skillet. Stir in garam masala and cream or yogurt if using, cook for another 3-5 minutes on low heat. Adjust seasoning with salt and lemon juice. Serve hot as a side dish or main with naan or basmati rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: Approximately 180 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #saag #indianspinach #indianrecipes #vegetarian #spinachrecipe #indianfood #comfortfood #vegetarianrecipes #glutenfree #healthyrecipes #greengreens #indianvegetarian #ghee #easyrecipes #leafygreens #creamyspinach #plantbased #homemadefood #weeknightmeals #freshflavors Get your greens in with this classic Indian Saag — creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome spinach and mustard greens!