Classic Meat PiesIngredients:For the Pastry Crust:2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes6-8 tablespoons ice water (or as needed)For the Meat Filling:1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground lamb)1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup carrots, diced (optional)1/2 cup peas (optional)2 cloves garlic, minced1 tablespoon Worcestershire...

Sausage Potato SoupIngredients:1 lb. Italian sausage (mild or spicy, your choice)1 medium onion, chopped3 cloves garlic, minced4 large russet potatoes, peeled and diced4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)2 cups half-and-half (or heavy cream for a richer soup)1 cup milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for a cheesy twist)1 tsp dried thyme1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional...

Ingredients4 garlic cloves, mincedSalt, for boiling water1 small onion, diced12 oz penne pasta (or your favorite pasta)For the Garlic Butter Ground Beef:1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)Salt and black pepper, to tasteFor the Cheese Sauce:2 tablespoons unsalted butter2 tablespoons...

 Spicy Ginger Beef Stir Fry Ingredients:For the Stir Fry:350 g (3/4 lb) sirloin steak, thinly sliced5 tbsp vegetable oil1 large chunk ginger, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks½ tsp salt½ tsp black pepper1 medium onion, peeled and chopped1 thumb-sized piece ginger, peeled and minced3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced1 large head of broccoli, cut into small florets1...

Chicken Broccoli Stuffed Baked PotatoesIngredients:For the Baked Potatoes:4 large russet potatoesOlive oil (for rubbing the potatoes)Salt (for seasoning the potatoes)For the Chicken and Broccoli Filling:2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)1 ½ cups broccoli florets, steamed or cooked (you can use fresh or frozen broccoli)1 cup shredded cheddar cheese...