You know those nights when you just need a comforting bowl of pasta but also don’t want to deal with a pile of dishes? This pasta checks all the boxes. It’s rich, creamy, loaded with veggies, and made in one pan – which means easy cleanup and maximum flavor. The crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, sweet […]
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Creamy Mushroom Risotto
This Creamy Mushroom Risotto is the kind of recipe that makes you feel fancy but cozy at the same time. It’s rich, earthy, buttery, and so comforting – the kind of dish that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. Don’t let the word risotto scare you. It’s honestly easy once you get into […]
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Gnocchi
If you’re craving cozy comfort food that still feels gourmet, this Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Gnocchi hits the spot. Soft pillowy gnocchi is tossed in a silky roasted red pepper sauce with garlic, parmesan, and just a touch of heat from red pepper flakes. It’s a quick one-pan dinner that tastes restaurant-worthy but comes together […]
One-Pot Creamy Chorizo Orzo Pasta
If you’re looking for a hearty, comforting dinner that comes together in one pan, this Creamy Chorizo Orzo Pasta is it. Tender orzo pasta is cooked directly in a rich tomato base with smoky chorizo, herbs, and garlic, then finished with cream for a silky, cozy finish. It’s simple enough for a weeknight but impressive […]
Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni
This roasted red pepper rigatoni is everything you want in a cozy, flavor-packed pasta dish. The sauce is made entirely from roasted veggies (hello, healthy!) sweet red peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and onion – blended until velvety smooth and made ultra creamy with a secret ingredient: whipped cream cheese. Tossed with rigatoni and topped with fresh […]
Tomato & Burrata Ravioli with Spicy Vodka Sauce
This Tomato & Burrata Ravioli with Spicy Vodka Sauce is the kind of elevated comfort food that comes together fast but tastes restaurant-worthy. The rich and silky vodka sauce clings to pillowy cheese-stuffed ravioli, while the creamy burrata on top adds that perfect cool contrast. It’s ideal for a cozy dinner or impressing guests without […]
Smoked Cajun Chicken Pasta
On a sunny Sunday, when the weather is too perfect to stay indoors and your smoker is practically begging for attention, there’s really only one logical thing to do – smoke everything in sight. I kicked things off with some Cajun-spiced chicken breast chunks, tossed them on the smoker, and stood back to admire my […]