Beef and Garlic Mash Seared Beef Strips with Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Ingredients: For the beef: 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or rump steak, sliced into strips 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried) Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon butter For the garlic mash: 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and chopped 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 cup milk (warm) 1/4 cup butter Salt and pepper, to taste Chopped parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: Boil potatoes and garlic cloves in salted water until tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and mash with warm milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Keep warm. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef strips and sear for 2–3 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic, thyme, and butter to the pan, cooking another 1–2 minutes while spooning melted butter over the beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Plate the garlic mash and top with seared beef strips. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 485 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #garlicmash #beefandpotatoes #comfortfood #steakdinner #homemadegoodness #easyrecipes #mashedpotatoes #garliclovers #heartymeal #meatandpotatoes #quickdinner #classiccomfort #rusticrecipes #soulfood #weeknightdinners #creamygarlicmash #pansearedbeef #flavorpacked #simplecooking #homecooked Pure comfort on a plate This Beef and Garlic Mash is rich, hearty, and full of garlicky goodness — the ultimate dinner fix!

Rosemary Thyme Butter Sauce Silky Rosemary-Thyme Infused Butter Sauce Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and black pepper, to taste Optional: 1 tablespoon white wine or chicken broth for extra depth Directions: In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter slowly to avoid browning. Add the rosemary, thyme, and garlic. Sauté gently for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and herbs soften. Stir in the lemon juice and (if using) white wine or chicken broth. Simmer for another 1–2 minutes to let flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and let sit for a minute to slightly thicken. Serve warm drizzled over roasted meats, vegetables, seafood, or pasta. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 10 minutes Kcal: 95 kcal per serving (2 tbsp) | Servings: 6 servings #buttersauce #rosemarysauce #thymeinfused #herbsandbutter #easyfrenchsauces #flavorboost #herbbutter #quickcondiments #roastdinneressentials #freshherbs #sauceforsteak #sauceforfish #homecookbasics #kitchensauces #weeknightdinners #herbalicious #saucygoodness #lemonherbsauce #aromaticbutter #simplegourmet Drizzle alert! This Rosemary Thyme Butter Sauce is pure herby magic—ready in 10 minutes and perfect over steak, fish, or veggies.

Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup Creamy Chicken and Sweetcorn Comfort Bowl Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (or 1 cup shredded cooked chicken) 4 cups chicken stock 1 can (14 oz) sweetcorn, drained (or 1½ cups frozen or fresh) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water 2 eggs, lightly beaten Salt and white pepper to taste 2 spring onions, finely sliced Fresh coriander (optional) Directions: Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for another minute. Add chicken breast and pour in chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot. Stir in the sweetcorn and soy sauce. Simmer for 5 more minutes. Add the cornstarch slurry to the pot, stirring continuously until the soup slightly thickens. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring to create silky ribbons. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with spring onions and fresh coriander if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 215 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #souprecipe #chickenrecipe #asianinspired #comfortfood #easymeals #homemadesoup #cornsoup #weeknightdinners #quickrecipes #chickensoup #highproteinmeals #soulfood #chineseinspired #brothyrecipes #onepotrecipes #heartymeals #easycooking #lightdinners #glutenfreerecipes #simpleingredients Nothing beats a warm bowl of Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup on a chilly night Simple, nourishing, and ready in 30 minutes!

Chicken and Chipotle Rice Bowl Smoky Chipotle Chicken Rice Bowl with Corn and Avocado Ingredients: 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped 1 tablespoon adobo sauce (from the can) 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon cumin Salt and black pepper to taste 1 cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice 2 cups water or chicken broth 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 1 avocado, sliced 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 lime 1/2 cup sour cream (optional) 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or cotija cheese (optional) Directions: In a bowl, combine chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Coat chicken breasts with this mixture and marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor). Cook rice in a saucepan with water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes or until tender. Set aside and fluff with a fork. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and lightly charred. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice. In the same pan, sauté corn for 2-3 minutes until slightly charred. Assemble the bowls: add a bed of rice, then top with sliced chicken, black beans, sautéed corn, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of cheese if using. Drizzle with lime juice, a spoonful of sour cream, and garnish with chopped cilantro. Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus marinating) | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 530 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #chipotlechicken #ricebowls #easyweeknightmeals #spicychicken #chickenrecipes #mexicanflavors #mealprepideas #healthybowls #grainbowl #comfortfood #avocadorecipes #cornrecipes #chipotleflavor #weeknightdinners #foodbloggerrecipes #simpleflavors #homemademeals #chickendinners #quicklunchideas #onebowldinner This Chicken and Chipotle Rice Bowl is the smoky, spicy comfort you didn’t know you needed! Perfect for meal prep or quick dinners.

Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken Fiery Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken with Crispy Chili Oil Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 teaspoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 teaspoons Sichuan peppercorns 8-10 dried red chilies 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon chili oil with flakes 1 tablespoon soy sauce (extra) 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 2 teaspoons sugar 2 green onions, sliced Cooked jasmine rice, for serving Directions: In a bowl, combine chicken, Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and cornstarch. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Sichuan peppercorns and dried chilies. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn). Add chicken and sear until golden and cooked through, about 6–7 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, and chili oil. Cook for 1 minute. Add the remaining soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar. Stir to coat everything evenly. Toss in green onions and stir for 30 seconds. Remove from heat. Serve hot over jasmine rice with extra chili oil if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #sichuanfood #chinesecooking #spicychicken #asianrecipes #peppercornchicken #sichuanchicken #dinnerideas #chiliinfusion #spicyrecipes #garlicginger #wokmeals #chickenstirfry #spicyandbold #homemademeals #easyasianrecipes #weeknightdinners #szechuanstyle #numblingspice #fieryflavors #boldflavor Feel the numbing heat! This Sichuan Peppercorn Chicken is spicy, crispy, and totally addictive. Perfect over jasmine rice!