This warm and cozy Vegetable Soup with Parmesan Rind is packed with nutritious veggies plus beans for added fiber and protein. The broth is bursting with flavor from fresh herbs and a Parmesan rind that’s simmered right in the broth to give it a nutty, cheesy, savory flavor. This gluten free meatless Monday meal is…
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Slow Cooker Parmesan Butter Chicken
If you love a slow cooker dinner that feels rich, cozy, and effortless — this Slow Cooker Parmesan Butter Chicken is it! This Slow Cooker Parmesan Butter Chicken cooks low and slow in savory broth and butter, then finishes with a light but generous Parmesan sauce that’s perfect for spooning over pasta. It’s the perfect…
Cheesy Twice Baked Spaghetti Squash
This cheesy twice baked spaghetti squash recipe makes a delicious vegetable side dish or vegetarian main dish. We start by baking the squash until it’s the perfect consistency. Next the spaghetti squash is mixed with whole milk ricotta cheese and nutty pesto sauce. The creamy squash mixture is topped with a Parmesan cheese and breadcrumb…
Crockpot Italian Sausage Pesto Gnocchi Soup
This Crockpot Italian Sausage Pesto Gnocchi Soup is the perfect cozy meal for busy weeknights. Made with savory sausage, pillowy potato gnocchi, and rich basil pesto, everything simmers together in a flavorful broth with minimal effort. Just toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it do the work—comfort food made easy. I love…
Instant Pot Cheesy Tomato Soup
This instant pot cheesy tomato soup is pressure cooked along with a Parmesan cheese rind to infuse a savory, nutty flavor into the soup. A little bit of cream cheese is added to give this homemade tomato soup a slightly creamy consistency. Finally each serving is topped with a generous spoonful of grated Parmesan for…
Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake
This Easy Chicken Pesto Pasta Bake is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. Tender pasta is tossed with shredded chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, spinach, and pesto, then topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs and baked until bubbly and golden. It’s the perfect comforting dinner for busy weeknights, potlucks, or feeding a hungry crowd. Using rotisserie or…