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From Global Inspiration to Weeknight Simplicity

Spicy Tuesday – Shrimp Remoulade – Mustard Seeds

Spicy Tuesday – Shrimp Remoulade – Mustard Seeds

If you’ve traveled to the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, Alabama or Mississippi you have probably enjoyed Remoulade. We love the slightly spicy combination of tastes and all the herbs and veggies in it. Remoulade was created in France, in the 1800s. You may think about it...

Friday Four – Creamy Manchego and Shallots Souffles – 022522

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Creamy Manchego and Shallots Soufflés 3 Large Shallots, Chopped 1 TB Olive Oil Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper 1 ½ Cups Basil Leaves, Packed ½ Cup Parsley Leaves ¼ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil ½ Tsp Sea Salt ¼ Tsp Cayenne Pepper 1 Large Garlic...

021822 Friday Four – Yummy Veggie, Potato and Poblano Tacos

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Potato and Poblano Tacos 3 LBs Baby Gold or Red Potatoes 4 - 5 Poblano Peppers, seeded and chopped into 1” pieces 2 TB Avocado Oil (or Olive Oil) 1 Tsp Sea Salt 1 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes 1 Tsp Cumin 1 Cup Chopped CilantO Warm Corn Tortillas and Taco...

Friday Four – Chocolate Chili Pecan Cake – 021122

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Chocolate Chili Cake  3⁄4 Cup Fine Raw Sugar plus more for sprinkling pan 1 1⁄2 Cups Pecans, toasted 1⁄2 Lb Bittersweet Chocolate (at least 70%), grated plus more for garnish 2 tsp Vanilla 1⁄2 tsp Ancho Chili Powder 1⁄4 tsp Cayenne 1⁄4 tsp...

Spicy Tuesday – Oatmeal Crusted Pizza – Italian Seasoning

Spicy Tuesday – Oatmeal Crusted Pizza – Italian Seasoning

 Here’s a recipe perfect for tonight AND for the big game on Sunday. You know when you just crave the ooey gooey messy goodness of pizza? Here’s a way to enjoy the best of toppings on your pizza without having lots of dough to eat, too! This pizza is crusty and easy...

Friday Four – South American Inspired Seafood Soup – 012822

No. 1 : Quick Recipe South American Inspired Seafood Soup 1 Yellow Onion, chopped 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped 1 TB Olive Oil 2 Cups Coconut Milk 1 tsp Dried Oregano 1 tsp Smoked Paprika ½ tsp Sea Salt ¼ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper 1 Can (15 oz) Fire Roasted...

Spicy Tuesday – Provençal Greens Soup – Herbes de Provence

Spicy Tuesday – Provençal Greens Soup – Herbes de Provence

Not need to plan for a pot on the stove for long - this is a less-than-thirty-minute soup, full of flavor from the veggies and herbs we add to it.  I love using  the spice blend, Herbes de Provence, and always keep a jar of it in my spice cabinet. Herbes de Provence...

Friday Four – Cast Iron Salmon and Veggies – 012122

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Cast Iron Salmon 2 TB Olive Oil 1 Cup Brussels Sprouts, quartered 1 Cup Baby Gold Potatoes, quartered 1 Red Bell Pepper, Chopped 1 Cup Chopped Yellow Onion 4 Tsp Sweet Smoked Paprika, divided ½  Tsp Each Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper,...

Spicy Tuesday – Slow Cooker African-Style Veggie Gumbo – Bay Leaves

Spicy Tuesday – Slow Cooker African-Style Veggie Gumbo – Bay Leaves

Did you know the word Gumbo is related to the word for okra in some West African languages? Gumbo, a rich stew thickened by okra is originated in West Africa. The stew traveled to Louisiana with the West Africans who were brought here, and the word morphed over time...

Friday Four – Med Inspired Ratatouille Pasta – 011422

No. 1 : Quick Recipe ​Mediterranean Inspired Ratatouille Pasta  1 Zucchini, in 1-inch cubes 1 Yellow or Green Squash, in 1-inch cubes 1 Fennel Bulb, sliced 1 Small Eggplant, in 1-inch cubes 10 Grape Tomatoes, halved 3 TB Olive Oil, divided 1 Tsp Sea Salt 1⁄2 Tsp Red...

Friday Four – Flavorful Lemon Chicken Soup – 010722

No. 1 : Quick Recipe Lemon Chicken Soup 2 TB Avocado or Grapeseed Oil 1 Cup Chopped Yellow Onion About 2 Cups Spiralized Carrots, (or Egg Noodles, your choice) 1 Cup Chopped Celery ½ Tsp Turmeric ½ Tsp EACH Sea Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce...