🦞 Garlic Lobster Pasta Recipe Ingredients: • 12 oz (340 g) linguine or spaghetti • 2 lobster tails (about 6–8 oz each), shelled and chopped • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 5 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) • 1/4 cup dry white wine (or seafood/chicken broth) • Juice of 1/2 lemon • Zest of 1 lemon • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley • Grated Parmesan (optional, for garnish) ⸻ Instructions: 1. Cook Pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain. 2. Sauté Lobster: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter with olive oil over medium heat. Add lobster chunks, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 3–4 minutes until opaque. Remove and set aside. 3. Make Garlic Sauce: In the same pan, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Add red pepper flakes and deglaze with wine. Let simmer 2 minutes. 4. Combine: Add cooked pasta, lemon juice, zest, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss gently to coat. Return lobster to the pan and toss just to warm through. 5. Serve: Plate and top with chopped parsley, extra lemon zest, and Parmesan if desired.

Veal Meatballs with Tomato and Oregano Sauce 🍝🍅🌿 Ingredients: - 500g ground veal - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1 large egg - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 tsp salt - 1/2 tsp black pepper - 1 tsp dried oregano - 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes - 2 tbsp olive oil - Fresh oregano leaves for garnish Preparation Steps: 1. In a large bowl, combine the ground veal, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried oregano. 2. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. 3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the meatballs. Cook until browned on all sides. 4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside. 5. In the same skillet, add the crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. 6. Return the meatballs to the skillet, cover, and let them cook in the sauce for 15 minutes. 7. Serve the meatballs in the tomato sauce, garnished with fresh oregano leaves. Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins Calories: 250 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with spaghetti or a fresh green salad for a complete meal. #vealmeatballs #italiancuisine #comfortfood

Chicken Spaghetti Creamy Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti Bake Ingredients: 12 oz spaghetti 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup 1 cup sour cream 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper 1/2 cup diced onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional, for topping) Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened, about 4 minutes. In a large bowl, combine cooked spaghetti, shredded chicken, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, sautéed vegetables, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well. Transfer mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top if desired. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top. Let cool slightly before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #chickenspaghetti #comfortfood #easycasserole #cheesypasta #homemadecasserole #familydinner #weeknightdinner #italiancomfortfood #spaghetti #chickenrecipes #casserolerecipe #cheeseplease #dinnerideas #homestylecooking #pasta #heartymeals #foodie #dinnerrecipes #bakedpasta #onepotmeal Cozy up tonight with this creamy, cheesy Chicken Spaghetti — a perfect weeknight comfort meal that everyone will love! 🍝🧀🐔

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! 🧄🧂

Lo Mein Classic Chinese Lo Mein Noodles with Stir-Fried Veggies and Savory Sauce Ingredients: 8 oz lo mein noodles or spaghetti 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced 1/2 cup carrots, julienned 1/2 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced 1/2 cup shredded cabbage 1/2 cup snow peas 1/4 cup scallions, sliced For the Sauce: 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce (optional, for color) 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sesame oil Directions: Cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and toss with 1 tablespoon sesame oil to prevent sticking. Set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients and set aside. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add carrots, bell peppers, cabbage, and snow peas. Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. Add the cooked noodles and the sauce to the pan. Toss everything together for 2–3 minutes until well coated and heated through. Top with scallions and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #lomeinrecipe #chinesefood #stirfrylove #noodlesofinstagram #asiannoodles #homemadelomein #quickdinners #weeknightmeals #noodlewok #easyasiandinner #comfortfood #noodlebowl #veggielomein #takeoutfakeout #homestylechinese #vegetariannoodles #wokcooking #easychineserecipe #garlicnoodles #saucygoodness 🍜 Skip the takeout and make your own Lo Mein at home in just 20 minutes! Loaded with fresh veggies and a savory sauce that coats every noodle perfectly.