Southern Chicken and Waffle Pasta Crispy Chicken & Maple Cream Pasta with Waffle Crumble Ingredients: 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil for frying 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for roux) 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 Belgian waffle, toasted and crumbled (or 1 cup mini waffle pieces) Fresh thyme or chopped chives for garnish Directions: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Slice the chicken breasts into strips, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Soak in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes. Dredge chicken in flour and fry in hot oil until golden and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to make a roux. Slowly whisk in milk and cream, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Stir in maple syrup, nutmeg, Dijon mustard, and cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and sauce is creamy. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce. Plate the pasta and top with crispy chicken and toasted waffle crumble. Garnish with fresh thyme or chives. Serve warm. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 680 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #southernpasta #chickenandwaffles #comfortfoodrecipes #maplecheddarsauce #crispychicken #soulfoodtwist #pastaideas #fusionrecipes #chickenpasta #cheesysauce #buttermilkchicken #wafflecrumbles #southerninspired #decadentdinners #creativecooking #pastanight #savorysweetcombo #maplesyrupmagic #brunchdinner #flavorfusion Pasta meets the South! This Southern Chicken and Waffle Pasta brings crispy buttermilk chicken, maple cheddar sauce, and waffle crumble together in one unforgettable dish

Mulberry Ice Cream Creamy Mulberry Ice Cream with Vanilla and Honey Ingredients: 2 cups fresh or frozen mulberries (stems removed) 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 1/4 cup honey 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Pinch of salt Optional: Extra mulberries or mint leaves for garnish Directions: In a small saucepan, combine mulberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring often, until berries break down and mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and let cool. Blend until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds (optional). In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, honey, vanilla, and salt. Stir in mulberry puree. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight. Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually 20–25 minutes). Transfer to an airtight container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Chilling + Churning Time: 6 hours | Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 8 servings #mulberryicecream #homemadeicecream #berrydessert #seasonalfruit #fruiticecream #smallbatchicecream #summerdessert #mulberryseason #vanillaicecream #creamyindulgence #frozentreats #fruitflavoredicecream #icecreamlovers #summerbites #wildberryicecream #honeyvanilla #icecreamparlorvibes #berrysweets #frozensweets #sweetrefreshment Scoop into summer bliss with this homemade Mulberry Ice Cream! Creamy, fruity, and touched with honey — it’s pure indulgence

Moussaka Soup Hearty Moussaka-Inspired Soup with Eggplant, Ground Beef, and Creamy Herbs Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb ground beef or lamb 1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced 1 medium zucchini, diced 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes 4 cups beef or vegetable broth 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 cup uncooked orzo or small pasta (optional) 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Grated Parmesan or kefalotyri cheese (optional topping) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Add ground beef or lamb and cook until browned, breaking up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in eggplant and zucchini and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add crushed tomatoes, broth, cinnamon, allspice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until vegetables are tender. If using orzo or pasta, add it in the last 10 minutes of cooking until tender. Stir in Greek yogurt just before serving for a creamy texture. Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley and cheese, if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #moussakasoup #greeksoup #eggplantsoup #comfortsoup #heartyandhealthy #groundbeefsoup #zucchiniinspired #souprecipeideas #mediterraneansoup #fusioncomfort #greekflavors #soupszn #yogurtsoup #comfortfoodbowl #easyweeknightmeal #herbalsoup #homestylecooking #moussakabowl #southernmedflavors #onepotwonder Cozy up with a bowl of Moussaka Soup — everything you love about the classic Greek dish, transformed into a hearty, spoonable delight!

Coconut Shrimp Crispy Golden Coconut Shrimp with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce Ingredients: 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails on 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 large eggs 2/3 cup panko breadcrumbs 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Vegetable oil, for frying For the Dipping Sauce: 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce 1 tablespoon orange marmalade 1 teaspoon rice vinegar Directions: Pat the shrimp dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. In a small bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine panko and shredded coconut. Dredge each shrimp in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg, and finally coat in the coconut-panko mixture. Press lightly to adhere. Heat 1–2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C). Fry shrimp in batches for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Do not overcrowd the pan. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. For the dipping sauce, whisk together sweet chili sauce, orange marmalade, and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Serve the crispy coconut shrimp hot with the dipping sauce on the side. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 330 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #coconutshrimp #seafoodrecipe #crispyshrimp #shrimpstarter #appetizerideas #shrimpfry #coastalflavors #islandfood #homemadeshrimp #tropicaleats #goldenfried #sweetandspicy #pankocrust #shrimprecipes #friedshrimp #shrimpandcoconut #easyseafood #comfortsnack #partyappetizers #fusionfood Crunchy, golden, and dipped in sweet chili sauce — these Coconut Shrimp are your new favorite tropical appetizer!

Zucchini Cheese Bread Cheesy Zucchini Bread with a Hint of Garlic Ingredients: 2 cups shredded zucchini 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted 1/4 cup milk 2 eggs 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for a hint of spice Directions: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan. In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese. In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and minced garlic until well combined. Add the wet ingredients to the zucchini and cheese mixture. Stir until evenly combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 10 servings