Baked Ziti Cheesy Baked Ziti with Marinara and Ricotta Ingredients: 1 lb ziti pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (28 oz) jar marinara sauce 1 (15 oz) container ricotta cheese 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 egg 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried Salt and pepper to taste Fresh parsley (optional garnish) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cook the ziti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook for 2–3 minutes. Add the ground beef or sausage and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in the marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, and basil. In a bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, Parmesan, and egg until smooth. Toss the cooked pasta with half of the meat sauce. In the baking dish, layer half of the pasta mixture, spread the ricotta mixture evenly over it, then top with remaining pasta and sauce. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Let rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 525 kcal | Servings: 8 servings #bakedziti #pastaalforno #italiancasserole #familydinner #cheesylayers #comfortfoodclassic #homemadepasta #pastabake #weeknightdinner #zitimeal #easyitalianrecipes #ovenbakedpasta #ricottarecipes #mozzarellalove #heartycasserole #onepanmeals #italiandinner #sundaydinnerideas #quickitalian #cheesycomfort Layers of melty cheese, savory sauce, and baked pasta perfection This Baked Ziti is everything you want on a cozy night in.

Spicy Sausage Alfredo Creamy Spicy Italian Sausage Alfredo Pasta Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine pasta 1 lb spicy Italian sausage, casings removed 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the spicy Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove excess fat if necessary. Add the butter and garlic to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and milk, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss the cooked fettuccine into the sauce until well coated. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: Approximately 620 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #spicysausage #alfredosauce #italianpasta #creamyalfredo #spicyitalian #comfortfood #pastalovers #homemadepasta #italianrecipes #cheesyalfredo #pastadinner #spicyfood #sausagepasta #foodie #quickdinner #easymeals #italianfoodlover #parmesancheese #redpepperflakes #pastalove Craving creamy and spicy? This Spicy Sausage Alfredo hits all the right notes with rich cheese and a fiery kick! Perfect for a comforting dinner!

Spaghetti with Black Pepper Sauce Creamy Garlic Spaghetti with Cracked Black Pepper Sauce Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (more to taste) 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1/4 cup reserved pasta water 1 tablespoon olive oil Optional: chopped parsley or basil for garnish Directions: Cook spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain the rest. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Add Parmesan cheese, cracked black pepper, and salt. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat. Add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency is reached. Serve hot, garnished with extra black pepper and fresh herbs if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spaghettirecipe #blackpepperpasta #comfortfood #pastadinner #creamygarlicpasta #easyitalian #homemadepasta #parmesancheese #pastalovers #quickmeals #crackedpepper #weeknightdinner #noodlelove #pastaaddict #easyrecipe #pastanight #spaghettidish #simpledinner #pastaperfection #flavorburst Simple, creamy, and bursting with flavor! 🍝 This Spaghetti with Black Pepper Sauce is your new weeknight go-to! 🧄🧂

Chinese Hand-Pulled Noodles in Beef Broth Authentic Chinese Hand-Pulled Noodles with Rich Beef Broth Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup water (adjust as needed) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 lb beef shank or brisket, cut into chunks 6 cups beef broth (homemade or store-bought) 3 slices ginger 3 cloves garlic, smashed 2 star anise 1 cinnamon stick 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional) 2 scallions, sliced Fresh cilantro, for garnish Chili oil, optional Directions: To make the noodles, combine flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Slowly add water while stirring until a rough dough forms. Knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for at least 30 minutes. Divide the dough into small portions and stretch each piece by hand to form long, thin noodles. Set aside on a floured surface to prevent sticking. In a large pot, add beef chunks, beef broth, ginger, garlic, star anise, cinnamon, soy sauce, and Shaoxing wine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender and the broth is flavorful. Strain the broth and remove beef pieces; slice beef thinly if desired. Return broth to the pot and keep warm. Bring a separate pot of water to a boil. Cook the hand-pulled noodles for 1-2 minutes until tender but still chewy. Drain well. To serve, place noodles in bowls, ladle hot beef broth over, and top with sliced beef, scallions, and fresh cilantro. Drizzle with chili oil if desired. Prep Time: 45 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes Kcal: 480 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #handpullednoodles #chinesenoodles #beefbroth #authenticchinese #noodlesoup #asianfood #comfortfood #homemadepasta #noodlerecipe #slowcookedbeef #flavorfulbroth #noodlesoup #easymeals #weeknightdinner #chinesefood #soupseason #noodleslover #traditionalrecipes #foodie #freshherbs 🥢🍜 Dive into the authentic flavors of China with these hand-pulled noodles swimming in a rich, aromatic beef broth — the ultimate comfort bowl! Tender noodles, melt-in-your-mouth beef, and fragrant spices all in one. 😍🥩

Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta Inspired by Alabama Comfort Food Ingredients: 12 oz penne pasta 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 (12 oz) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 1 minute. Add chopped roasted red peppers and smoked paprika. Stir well and cook for 2–3 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender to puree until smooth. Return the blended sauce to the skillet over low heat. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Add the cooked sausage and drained pasta into the sauce. Toss until everything is well-coated and heated through. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 510 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #comfortfood #pastalovers #roastedredpepper #sausagepasta #southernrecipes #homemadepasta #creamyredpepperpasta #easyweeknightdinner #familymealideas #pastarecipe #alabamastyle #quickdinnerrecipes #cheesypasta #spicypasta #italiansausage #pastadinner #cozyeats #flavorfulrecipes #heartymeals #basilandparmesan Creamy, spicy, and loaded with flavor – this Alabama Roasted Red Pepper and Sausage Pasta is a dinner dream come true 🍝🔥🌿