Cheesy Enchiladas

Ingredients 12 small corn tortillas 3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend) 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade) 1 small onion, finely diced 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for warming tortillas) 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish Sour cream, for serving (optional) Sliced jalapeños or avocado (optional) Execution 1 Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish with non-stick spray or a light coating of oil. 2 Warm the Tortillas:In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil over … Read more

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#CheeseLovers / #EasyDinner / #MexicanComfortFood / #MexicanRecipes

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

Ingredients Fresh or frozen spinach Marinated or canned artichokes Cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise for creaminess Parmesan and mozzarella cheese for a cheesy texture Garlic and seasonings for added flavor Execution 1 Cook the Spinach: If using frozen spinach, thaw and drain well. If fresh, sauté until wilted. 2 Combine Ingredients: Mix the spinach, chopped artichokes, cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, garlic, and seasonings. Stir in the cheeses. 3 Bake: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Additional tips

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#ComfortFood / #CreamyTuscanChicken / #EasyRecipes / #ItalianRecipes

Pan-Seared Steak with Red Wine Reduction: A Classic Indulgence

Ingredients For the Steak: 2 (8 oz) ribeye or filet mignon steaks 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 garlic cloves, smashed 2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste For the Red Wine Reduction: 1 cup dry red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot works well) 1 small shallot, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 tablespoon unsalted butter Salt and pepper, to taste Execution 1 Prepare the SteakSeason the steaks generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides. Let them sit at room temperature … Read more

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#EasySteakRecipe / #RomanticDinner / #SteakLovers

Imam Bayildi (Stuffed Eggplant)

Ingredients 4 medium eggplants (preferably slim and long) 4 medium onions, thinly sliced 6 cloves garlic, minced 4 medium tomatoes, finely chopped 1/3 cup olive oil (plus more for brushing the eggplants) 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Juice of 1 lemon (optional) Execution 1 Prepare the Eggplants:Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).Cut the eggplants in half lengthwise and carefully scoop out the centers, leaving about a 1/2-inch shell. Brush the insides with olive oil and sprinkle lightly with salt. Place them … Read more

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#MediterraneanFlavors / #TurkishRecipes / #VegetarianCuisine / OliveOilLovers

Garlic Lemon Salmon with Asparagus

Ingredients Salmon Fillets: 2 (about 6 oz each) Asparagus: 1 bunch, ends trimmed Garlic: 4 cloves, minced Lemon: 1, zest and juice Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons Salt: 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (or to taste) Fresh Parsley (optional): 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish Execution 1 Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. 2 Prepare the Asparagus: Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and lay them on one side of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, season with half … Read more

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#EasyWeeknightMeals / #GarlicAndLemon / #HealthyDinners / #LowCarb

Spaghetti with Meatballs

Ingredients 1 lb ground beef (80% lean) 1/2 lb ground pork (optional, adds extra flavor and juiciness) 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup milk 1 egg 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley) 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 teaspoon dried basil (or fresh, if available) 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to … Read more

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#ComfortFood / #EasyDinner / #ItalianAmerican / #PastaLover

Ramen

Ingredients 4 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock for a vegetarian version) 2 cups water 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon miso paste 2 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon mirin (optional) 1 teaspoon fish sauce (optional, for depth of flavor) 10 oz fresh ramen noodles (or dried ramen if fresh isn’t available) 4 soft-boiled eggs 8 thin slices of cooked pork belly or chicken 1 sheet nori (seaweed), cut into strips 1/4 cup corn kernels 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy 2 green onions, sliced 1 tablespoon … Read more

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#EasyDinner / #JapaneseCuisine / #NoodleSoup / #VegetarianOption

Chicken Tikka Masala

Ingredients 1 ½ lbs (700g) boneless chicken breast or thighs, cubed 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tbsp garam masala 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ginger (fresh, grated) 2 garlic cloves, minced Salt and pepper, to taste 2 tbsp vegetable oil or ghee 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp ginger (fresh, grated) 1 tsp cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp chili powder (adjust for spice level) 1 tbsp garam masala 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1 cup … Read more

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#ChickenRecipes / #ChickenTikkaMasala / #CreamyCurry / #HomemadeTakeout / #IndianCuisine

Shawarma

Ingredients 1 ½ lbs (700g) boneless chicken thighs or beef (thinly sliced) 1 cup plain yogurt 3 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 tsp ground turmeric 1 tsp ground paprika ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp ground black pepper Salt to taste 2 cloves garlic, minced 4-6 pita breads or flatbreads Fresh vegetables: cucumber, tomato, red onion, lettuce Pickles (optional) Tahini sauce or garlic sauce (recipe included below) 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup olive oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp … Read more

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#ChickenShawarma / #GarlicSauce / #MiddleEasternCuisine / #ShawarmaRecipe

Eggplant Parmesan

Ingredients 2 large eggplants, sliced into ¼-inch rounds 1 ½ cups breadcrumbs ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 ½ cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade) 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup fresh basil leaves Olive oil, for drizzling Salt and pepper to taste ½ cup all-purpose flour, for dredging Execution 1 Preheat the Oven:Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2 Prepare the Eggplant:Sprinkle the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for 20 minutes to remove excess moisture. Pat them dry with paper towels. 3 Set Up Breading Station:In one shallow bowl, place the … Read more

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#CheesyDelight / #ComfortFood / #FamilyDinner / #ItalianCuisine