Lamb and Parsnip Soup Hearty Lamb and Parsnip Soup with Herbs and Root Vegetables Ingredients: 1 lb lamb shoulder or stew meat, cubed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 parsnips, peeled and diced 2 carrots, diced 1 potato, peeled and cubed 1 stalk celery, sliced 6 cups lamb or vegetable broth 1 teaspoon dried rosemary 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add lamb pieces and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant. Add parsnips, carrots, potato, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Return lamb to the pot. Add rosemary, thyme, broth, salt, and pepper. Stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the lamb is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 45 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #lambsoup #parsnipsoup #rootvegetables #comfortfood #slowcookedsoup #heartymeals #winterwarmers #souprecipes #lambandveggies #rusticsoup #wholesomeeats #homecookedcomfort #rootveggiesoup #souptime #traditionalrecipes #lambrecipes #fallrecipes #souplovers #onepotmeals #cozykitchen Cozy up with this Lamb and Parsnip Soup — it’s rich, rustic, and full of soul-warming flavor. A bowl of this is all you need on a chilly night!

Cajun-Seasoned Shrimp and Sausage Linguine Spicy Cajun Shrimp & Smoked Sausage Linguine in Creamy Sauce Ingredients: 8 oz linguine pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 1/2 pound smoked sausage, sliced into rounds 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste) 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red or green) 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Chopped parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook the linguine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add shrimp and sausage. Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning and cook for 2–3 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and the sausage is browned. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté garlic, onion, and bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until softened. Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce thicken slightly (2–3 minutes). Add the cooked pasta, shrimp, and sausage to the skillet. Toss everything together until coated in the creamy Cajun sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 615 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #cajunrecipes #shrimpandpasta #sausagepasta #creamylinguine #easyweeknightdinner #southernflavors #seafoodpasta #spicydinner #comfortfoodrecipes #quickdinners #familymeals #dinnerideas #pastarecipes #cajunshrimp #flavorfuldishes #homecookedmeals #easycomfortfood #shrimpandlinguine #cajunflavor #creamygarlicpasta Bold, creamy, and packed with flavor! This Cajun Shrimp and Sausage Linguine is the weeknight dinner upgrade you've been craving!

Grilled Salmon and Spinach Pasta Flame-Grilled Salmon Pasta with Garlic Spinach Cream Ingredients: 8 oz fettuccine or linguine 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each) 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 4 cups baby spinach Zest of 1 lemon Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Lemon wedges, for serving Directions: Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill. Brush salmon with olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove and set aside. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and lemon zest until sauce is smooth. Add baby spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Toss in the cooked pasta. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to loosen the sauce. Flake grilled salmon and gently fold into the pasta. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 560 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #salmonpasta #grilledsalmon #spinachpasta #creamysauce #seafoodpasta #lightdinners #healthycomfortfood #pastaideas #lemonandgarlic #freshtwist #parmesansauce #homecookedmeals #weekdaydinners #flavorfulfish #spinachrecipes #easygourmet #grilledgoodness #pastanight #mediterraneanflavors #pescatarianfriendly This Grilled Salmon and Spinach Pasta is your new weeknight hero! Creamy, fresh, and packed with bold grilled flavor in every bite.

Chicken and Spinach Ricotta Pasta Creamy Chicken & Ricotta Pasta with Wilted Spinach and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or shells) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lb (450g) cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (as needed) Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, fresh parsley for garnish Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Stir in the shredded chicken and cook until heated through. Reduce heat to low, add ricotta, Parmesan, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve warm, garnished with crushed red pepper, lemon zest, or fresh parsley if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 485 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #ricottarecipes #spinachpasta #comfortfood #easydinners #weeknightmeals #pastarecipes #creamychicken #cheesypasta #homecooked #familymeals #quickandeasy #highprotein #italianinspired #freshspinach #ricottapasta #pastaideas #easyentertaining #healthiercomfortfood #pastalovers Creamy, cozy, and oh-so satisfying! This Chicken and Spinach Ricotta Pasta is your new weeknight favorite. Ready in 30 minutes!

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.