Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus

This Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Roasted Asparagus tastes great and fills you up. It's great for a quick meal during the week or a cozy dinner with family and friends. When you mix bright pesto, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, and soft roasted asparagus, you get a delicious flavor combination that will make you want more.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta of your choice
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1/3 cup pesto sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for garnish optional

Instructions:

Turn on the oven and heat it up to 400F 200C

Spread the asparagus on a baking sheet and season it with salt and pepper

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss it around

For 10 to 12 minutes, or until soft and slightly charred, roast the asparagus in an oven that has already been heated

While the asparagus is roasting, cook the pasta until it is al dente according to the directions on the package

Remove the water and set it aside

Set the big skillet over medium-low heat and add the rest of the olive oil

The pasta should be cooked

Add the sun-dried tomatoes and pesto sauce

Cook, stirring every now and then, until everything is hot

Put the asparagus in the pan with the pasta when it's done

Cut it up into small pieces and add them

Sprinkle to mix

If you want, you can top the hot pesto pasta with grated Parmesan cheese and serve it with roasted asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes

Italian Sausage Rigatoni with Spicy Cream Sauce

This Italian Sausage Rigatoni with Spicy Cream Sauce is a comforting and flavorful pasta dish that combines savory Italian sausage with a creamy, spicy sauce. It's perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz rigatoni pasta
• 1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente

Drain and set aside

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula

Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet

Cook until onions are translucent and garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes

Stir in red pepper flakes, then pour in heavy cream

Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly

Add cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce

Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley

Crispy BBQ Chicken Wings

There is just the right amount of tangy and savory in these oven-baked barbecue chicken wings. They're simple to make and tasty at any time, like for a family dinner or a snack on game day.

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 425F 220C

In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper

Add chicken wings to the bowl and toss until evenly coated

Place wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are not touching each other

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until wings are crispy and cooked through, flipping halfway through cooking

Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving

Optional: Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving

Chocolate Coconut Cake

Indulge in the perfect combination of rich chocolate and tropical coconut with this Chocolate Coconut Cake. It's moist, decadent, and a delightful treat for any chocolate and coconut lover.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk

Instructions:

Grease a 9 by 9-inch 23 by 23 cm square baking pan and preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit 175 degrees Celsius

Mix together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt in a mixing bowl

To the dry ingredients, add the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract

Blend until thoroughly blended

Add the coconut shreds and mix

Evenly spread out the batter after pouring it into the baking pan

Once the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture is smooth, combine the hot water and chocolate chips in a different small bowl

Over the cake batter in the pan, pour the chocolate mixture

A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean after baking for 30 to 35 minutes in a preheated oven

Using a fork, make holes all over the top of the cake while it's still warm

Evenly cover the warm cake with the sweetened condensed milk, letting it soak in

Before serving, allow the cake to cool completely in the pan

Slice and savor your delectable Chocolate Coconut Cake after it has cooled!

Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles

These Fluffy Buttermilk Waffles are a delightful breakfast treat. They are light, airy, and have a wonderful buttermilk flavor that pairs perfectly with your favorite toppings. Enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast with this easy waffle recipe!

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Follow the directions that came with your waffle iron to get it hot

Whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl

Put the eggs in a different bowl and beat them

Then add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract

Combine well

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ones and mix them together just until they are mixed

Make sure not to mix it too much; a few lumps are fine

Use cooking spray or more melted butter to lightly grease the waffle iron

Cover the waffle grids with enough batter when you pour it onto a hot waffle iron

Follow the directions that came with your waffle iron to cook the waffles for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crisp

With care, take the waffles out of the iron and serve them hot with your favorite toppings, like whipped cream, maple syrup, or fresh berries

Slow Cooker Chicken

Tender and flavorful chicken cooked slowly in a savory-sweet sauce, perfect for an easy weeknight meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker

In a bowl, mix together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper

Pour the mixture over the chicken

Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry

Stir the slurry into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce

Once done, remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred using two forks

Serve chicken with sauce spooned over the top, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if desired

BBQ Pulled Pork Crockpot

Delicious and tender BBQ pulled pork made effortlessly in a crockpot, perfect for a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 3 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp mustard powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Hamburger buns for serving

Instructions:

Season the pork shoulder with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, mustard powder, salt, and pepper

Place the seasoned pork in the crockpot

In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, chicken broth, and brown sugar

Pour over the pork

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shredded

Remove the pork from the crockpot and shred it using two forks

Return the shredded pork to the crockpot, mix well with the sauce, and let it cook for an additional 30 minutes

Serve the BBQ pulled pork on hamburger buns and enjoy!