Paella Ricardo Style

Traditional spanish seafood paella with rice, mussels, shrimps in a pan on white background. view from above, flat lay

 

Paella Ricardo Style

At our house from Spanish Mexican, German heritage is our favorite meal.
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine spanish
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Use Minute Rice 4 cups
  • Pork Sausage 1/2 lb
  • Shrimp 1 pound
  • Green Peas 1 can
  • Chicken Breast 1
  • Thyme
  • Pepper
  • Garlic Salt
  • Onion
  • Safron

Instructions
 

  • Put the 4 cups of Rice to cook in a pot with half an onion.
  • On a frying pan cook the chicken breast, and sausage.
  • Once the chicken breast is cooked cut it into small pieces.
  • Add the Chicken and Sausage to the Rice
  • Add the Green Peas shrimp and all ingredients into the rice and more water. Let it cook for another 30 minutes.

Sweet Potato & Thyme Soup

Sweet Potato & Thyme Soup

Features: Thyme
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 280 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sweet potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Sauté onion in oil. Add sweet potatoes and thyme.
  • Pour in broth. Simmer 25–30 min until tender.
  • Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Diet: MIND | Cuisine: American | Course: Soup | Spicy: None | Pairs with: Vegetarian

Flexitarian Balsamic Herb Turkey Meatballs

Flexitarian Balsamic Herb Turkey Meatballs

Features: Italian Seasoning
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course entree
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  • Form into meatballs and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake 18–20 min until cooked through.

Notes

Diet: Flexitarian | Cuisine: Italian-American | Course: Entree | Spicy: None | Pairs with: Turkey

Mild Chicken Tortilla Soup with Taco Seasoning

Mild Chicken Tortilla Soup with Taco Seasoning

Features: Taco Seasoning
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup corn
  • Salt to taste
  • Crushed tortilla chips garnish

Instructions
 

  • Sauté onion and garlic in oil. Stir in taco seasoning.
  • Add tomatoes, broth, chicken, and corn. Simmer 15–20 min.
  • Serve with tortilla chips on top.

Notes

Diet: Flexitarian | Cuisine: Mexican-American | Course: Soup | Spicy: Mild | Pairs with: Chicken

Vegan Indian Spiced Chickpea Curry

Vegan Indian Spiced Chickpea Curry

Features: Garam Masala
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course entree
Cuisine Indian
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 Tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1 can 14 oz coconut milk
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a skillet. Sauté onion and garlic.
  • Add spices, stir 1 min.
  • Add chickpeas, tomatoes, and coconut milk. Simmer 15–20 min.
  • Season with salt. Serve over rice.

Notes

Diet: Vegan | Cuisine: Indian | Course: Entree | Spicy: Mild | Pairs with: None

Lemon Dill Baked Fish

Lemon Dill Baked Fish

Features: Dill Weed
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course entree
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 white fish fillets cod, tilapia, etc.
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 2 tsp dried dill weed
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Place fish on parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil.
  • Sprinkle dill, salt, and pepper. Top with lemon slices.
  • Bake 12–15 minutes until fish flakes easily.

Notes

Diet: DASH | Cuisine: American | Course: Entree | Spicy: None | Pairs with: Fish

Super Hot Ghost Pepper Chili

Super Hot Ghost Pepper Chili

Features: Ghost Pepper Blend
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 14 oz kidney beans
  • 1 can 14 oz black beans
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp Ghost Pepper Blend
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Brown beef in a pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until translucent.
  • Stir in tomato paste, Ghost Pepper Blend, tomatoes, beans, and broth.
  • Simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes.
  • Adjust salt to taste. Serve hot with sour cream if desired.

Notes

Diet: Flexitarian | Cuisine: American | Course: Soup | Spicy: Super Hot | Pairs with: Hamburger

Hot Cajun Shrimp Skillet

Hot Cajun Shrimp Skillet

Features: Cajun Seasoning
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course entree
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 onion sliced
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions
 

  • Toss shrimp with Cajun Seasoning.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté peppers and onions until softened.
  • Add shrimp and cook 3–4 minutes until pink and opaque.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and optional rice or quinoa.

Notes

Diet: Flexitarian | Cuisine: American | Course: Entree | Spicy: Hot | Pairs with: Shrimp/Fish

Appetizer Herb & Cheese Puff Pastry Bites

Appetizer Herb & Cheese Puff Pastry Bites

Features: Parsley & Garlic Blend
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Bites
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 egg beaten
  • 1 tsp Garlic Herb Blend

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut pastry into 12 squares.
  • Top each with cheese and sprinkle Garlic Herb Blend.
  • Fold corners inward slightly. Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake 15–20 min until golden.

Notes

Diet: Flexitarian | Cuisine: American | Course: Appetizer | Spicy: None | Pairs with: Ham or Turkey