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this ravioli is the zest ??? // ricotta & lemon zest @traderjoes ravioli in a lemon cream sauce ? one of my faves from last summer! recipe ⬇️ Ingredients: 1 package ricotta and lemon zest Trader Joe’s ravioli 1 lemon, juice & zest 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 1 tbsp mascarpone cheese 2 tbsp butter 2 cloves garlic Salt & pepper Fresh parsley - Cook ravioli according to package instructions, reserving some pasta water. - In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and a drizzle of olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes. - Add heavy cream and lemon zest, then bring to a simmer. Add a big scoop of mascarpone. - Stir in parmesan cheese and season with salt, pepper, parsley, and lemon juice. - Add cooked ravioli to the sauce and toss to coat, adding pasta water as needed to adjust consistency. - Serve and garnish with parsley and more parmesan cheese.

2025-06-16

feta caramelized onion puff pastry swirls ??? — dangerously delicious and easy to make!! // recipe ⬇️ Ingredients: 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed 2 onions, thinly sliced Olive oil Salt & pepper 1 cup feta 2 tbsp Greek yogurt 1 egg (for egg wash) Fresh parsley + parmesan for garnish Instructions: - Heat olive oil in a pan over medium/low heat. Add onions and a pinch of salt, then cook slowly until caramelized. - Blend feta, greek yogurt, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust oil to get your desired texture. - Spread feta on one puff pastry sheet, top with onions, then cover with second sheet and press gently. - Cut into vertical strips, twist each strip, and roll it into a spiral, tucking the end underneath. - Place twists on a baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes or until golden. - Garnish with chopped parsley and freshly grated parmesan.

2025-06-13

summer of caesar ?? — tried the viral upside down crispy chicken cutlet with Caesar salad and I’m obsessed! easy and delicious with @primalkitchenfoods Caesar dressing on top ? #bestdressing #caesar #primalkitchenpartner

2025-06-04

eggplant involtini ??? // rolled up with lemony ricotta, baked in tomato sauce, and served over pasta. cozy, cheesy, and so good! recipe below ⬇️ Ingredients 2 medium eggplants 1 cup ricotta 1/2 cup parmesan (plus more for topping) 1 lemon (zest and juice) 1 cup tomato sauce Fresh parsley Olive oil Salt & pepper Pasta (optional) Instructions - Slice eggplants lengthwise into 1/4 inch strips. - Brush both sides with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. - Roast at 425°F for 20 minutes, flipping halfway until tender. - In a bowl, mix ricotta, parmesan, lemon zest and juice, salt, and pepper. - Add a spoonful of ricotta filling to each eggplant slice and roll it up. - Spread tomato sauce in the bottom of a baking dish. - Place the eggplant rolls on top, seam side down. - Brush the tops with olive oil and a layer of grated parmesan cheese. - Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes or until sauce is bubbling around the edges and the eggplant is golden. - Garnish with fresh parsley and more parmesan cheese. - Serve over pasta or on its own. Enjoy!

2025-05-30

there’s nothing cheddar than an easy mac & cheese ?? // baked with breadcrumbs or straight from the stovetop, this white cheddar mac hits either way! recipe ⬇️ Ingredients: 1/2 lb pasta 1 cup milk 1.5 cup shredded white cheddar cheese (plus extra if baking) 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp flour Salt, pepper & garlic powder, to taste 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Parsley, for topping Instructions: - Boil pasta in salted water according to package directions. Reserve some pasta water. - In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden. - Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer until the mixture thickens slightly. - Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. - Lower the heat to low and gradually stir in shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. - Add the cooked pasta to the cheese sauce and mix until evenly coated. Add a splash of pasta water to adjust consistency if sauce is too thick. If baking: - Preheat oven to 375°F - Mix breadcrumbs with 1 tbsp melted butter. - Pour the mac and cheese into a greased baking dish and top with breadcrumbs and cheddar. - Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. - Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for an extra crispy top. Garnish with parsley.

2025-05-23

my fave way to upgrade twist my parm @allgoodles ??? tossed in broccoli near the end with extra parmesan cheese and black pepper. so easy & cheesy!! #macncheesehack #goodles #pasta #macandcheese #twistmyparm #goodleshack #cheese

2025-05-12

Crispy eggplant “croutons” on saucy tomato parmesan pasta ??? these are so good to add crunch to any pasta or a salad! Recipe below ⬇️ Ingredients 1 medium eggplant 1/2 cup all purpose flour 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs — 8 oz pasta 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup cherry tomatoes 3/4 cup tomato purée 1/2 cup parmesan cheese 1 tbsp butter Salt, pepper, & italian seasoning Fresh parsley Instructions Crispy eggplant: - Cut eggplant into 1/2 inch cubes. - Set up three bowls: flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. - Dip each cube in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing to coat. - Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry eggplant until golden and crispy (2–3 minutes per side). - Transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Pasta: - Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve some pasta water. - In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic until tomatoes are softened and begin to burst. - Stir in tomato puree and let simmer. Add a pat of butter. - Add the cooked pasta and toss to coat. Stir in parmesan cheese and a splash of pasta water if needed. - Serve topped with eggplant croutons, more parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.

2025-05-09

the ultimate girl dinner ??✨

2025-05-07

pennette pasta appreciation post ??? // which one are you choosing? ⬇️ 1. broccoli cheddar 2. brown butter alfredo 3. creamy tomato with shrimp

2025-04-29