Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp over Tender Spaghetti Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) spaghetti or linguine 1 lb (450g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup pasta water (reserved) 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and black pepper to taste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Directions: Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta. While the pasta cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes (if using), and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the cooked pasta. Toss with lemon juice, reserved pasta water, and Parmesan cheese until creamy and well combined. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss to coat with the buttery pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 485 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #garlicbuttershrimp #shrimpandpasta #easyweeknightdinner #creamyshrimp #pastalovers #seafoodrecipes #quickdinners #garlicpasta #lemonshrimp #butterygoodness #shrimpdinner #pastaaddict #comfortfood #seafooddish #shrimpmeal #homecookedpasta #italianstylepasta #parsleygarnish #spicyshrimp #dinnerin25 This Garlic Butter Shrimp and Pasta is comfort food at its finest! Buttery, garlicky, and ready in just 25 minutes.

Chicken Piccata Lemon Butter Chicken Piccata with Capers and Fresh Parsley Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth) 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons) 1/4 cup brined capers, drained and rinsed 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Lemon slices, for garnish Directions: Slice chicken breasts horizontally to make thinner cutlets. Pound lightly if needed for even thickness. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour. Shake off excess. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up browned bits. Let it reduce by half. Stir in lemon juice and capers. Simmer for 2 minutes. Return chicken to pan and simmer another 2 minutes, spooning sauce over the top. Stir in remaining tablespoon of butter and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with lemon slices for garnish. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 390 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpiccata #lemonchicken #capersauce #easydinner #italianchicken #weeknightmeals #butterychicken #citrusrecipes #flavorfuldinners #classicrecipes #quickmeals #skilletchicken #parsleygarnish #freshflavors #simpleeats #lemonyflavor #homecook #panseared #chickendinner #comfortfood Bright, buttery, and bursting with citrus flavor — this Chicken Piccata is the perfect weeknight dinner upgrade!

Beef Bourguignon Slow-Braised Classic Beef Bourguignon in Red Wine Ingredients: 2.5 pounds beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 1 large yellow onion, chopped 2 carrots, sliced into rounds 4 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 3 cups dry red wine (like Burgundy or Pinot Noir) 2 cups beef broth 1 bay leaf 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried) 1 pound cremini or white mushrooms, halved 1 tablespoon butter Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Season the beef cubes generously with salt and pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, cook the bacon until crispy. Add the onion and carrots, cooking until softened, about 5-6 minutes. Stir in garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute. Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir well, and cook another minute to thicken. Deglaze the pot with the red wine, scraping up the brown bits. Add beef broth, bay leaf, thyme, and return the beef to the pot. Bring to a simmer, cover with a lid, and transfer to the oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, until beef is fork tender. About 15 minutes before serving, sauté the mushrooms in butter until browned and tender. Stir them into the stew. Discard the bay leaf and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours | Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes Kcal: 485 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings #beefbourguignon #frenchcooking #comfortfood #slowcookedbeef #braisedbeef #redwinestew #classicfrenchdish #heartymeals #dutchovenrecipe #beefrecipes #winterwarmers #gourmetcomfort #homecookedgoodness #elegantdining #parsleygarnish #stewseason #mushroomrecipes #winebraisedbeef #bistrofood #beefandwine Warm up your table with this rich and flavorful Beef Bourguignon – tender beef, red wine, and earthy mushrooms 🍷🍄🔥