Homemade Dill Pickles and Pickled Red Onions are amazing! They’re so crisp, fresh and tangy, making for a great snack or ingredient for various dishes. They last in the fridge for up to 2 months just remember that the longer they stay in the brine, the less crunchy they will be. 1 large English Cucumber; […]
I made Asian Lettuce Wraps the other night and had some extra filling. I decided to make some little decorative puff pastry tartlets and they turned out brilliantly! So delicious and they make an amazing appetizer. You can decorate them with a lattice crust that’s absolutely adorable. Asian Chicken Tartlets 1 sheet Puff Pastry 2Continue […]
More experimenting in the kitchen! Cheesy Meat and Veggie Pie with a hash brown crust. I wanted to make my normal pie crust but the store is out of the ingredients I need to make a Celiac’s friendly dough. Crust: 2 bags frozen Hash Browns; drained ½ cup Butter; melted 1 cup Parmesan Cheese 2 […]
Beef Stroganoff is what’s for dinner! I wanted to make the more traditional version which takes longer and is simmered in red wine. It was definitely worth the wait and the beef was tender enough to cut with a fork! 4 cups white rice or pasta; cooked — Beef: 2 lb London Broil; trimmed &Continue […]
It’s braising week at school and I wanted to kick it off with some delicious Creole Pork Stew. It’s so hearty, delicious and packed with flavor! Searing the pork first is key in getting the amazing complex flavor. Pork: 2 lbs Pork Stew Meat Salt and Pepper to taste — Vegetables: 1 large Onion; choppedContinue […]
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Boudin is, by far, my favorite sausage! 💕 The Cajun spices give it so much flavor. If you’ve never had Boudin, I highly recommend giving it a try! 3 lbs Pork Butt; cubed ⅔ pound Bacon Ends; cubed ½ pound Pork Liver; cubed 1 cup Onion; chopped ½ cup Bell Pepper; chopped ½ cup Celery; […]
This is my go-to baked Sweet Potato recipe! Adding the cornstarch will give the fries a bit more crispiness. The nuttiness of the parmesan and the herbaceousness of the Italian seasoning make for a delicious side dish for burgers and sandwiches. 2 large Sweet Potatoes; cut into fries 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch 3 Tablespoons Olive OilContinue […]
Spicy Thai Peanut Lo Mein is one of my favorite side dishes! Pasta + Satay = Yes, please! It’s rich, creamy, pasta-y and delicious! You can add whatever vegetables you like best, but I love cabbage, onion and zucchini. 16 oz. Thin Spaghetti 1 cup Onion; chopped 2 cups Cabbage; shredded 1 cup Zucchini; choppedContinue […]
I made Asian Lettuce Wraps the other night and had some extra filling. I decided to make some little decorative puff pastry tartlets and they turned out brilliantly! So delicious and they make an amazing appetizer. You can decorate them with a lattice crust that’s absolutely adorable. Asian Chicken Tartlets 1 sheet Puff Pastry 2Continue […]
We have another winner! I was afraid that the chicken was going to dry out because we had to put dinner on hold for a little over an hour, but I dropped the heat to 250°F, then bumped the temp to 425°F to crisp up the skin. This is how I normally make it withContinue […]
I haven’t made chicken and biscuits since I was quite a bit younger, but it sounded like a treat today! Switched it up and made garlic cheddar biscuits. I had to cook it a little differently than I normally would because the chicken was frozen, but it came out the same in the end. Chicken:Continue […]
This is a recipe that’s been handed down to me from my mom and I LOVE it! The large chunks of tomato and onion add a delicious texture to the creaminess of the mashed avocado. It’s the best dip for homemade Tortilla Chips, Chimichangas, tacos and burritos! 3 large ripe Avocados 1 small Tomato; coredContinue […]
When I was vacationing with my family in Maui years back everything was served with this amazing Macaroni Salad, locally referred to simply as Mac Salad. It varies from its mainland cousin with its lack of mustard and minimal vinegar. It’s a simple and amazing recipe that is my go-to potluck recipe! It comes together […]