1 cup celery, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup white onion, thinly sliced, 1/2 cup white mushrooms, sliced, 1/2 cup of butter, 2 1/2 lbs. lump crab, 5 tsp. Jamaican curry, 4 T. self-rising flour, 2 cups low sodium chicken broth, 3 cups heavy whipping cream, 1 cup coconut milk, 1 tsp. lemon juice and zest, 1/4…

OYSTER LOAF SOME FOLKS CALL THEM PO BOYS I will start by making my aioli:  1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 T. of fresh lemon juice, 2 tsp. hot sauce, 2 tsp. capers, 1 T. minced garlic, 1 T. whole-grain mustard, 2 tsp. oyster liquor.  Dump everything in the food processor and pulse until smooth.  Refrigerate until…

You can make these potatoes on the stovetop, but I recommend roasting them. Roasting them will give your potatoes crispy edges and a soft center.  Can I hear you say YUMMY? 1 1/2 lb. new potatoes, garlic oil, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tsp. Italian seasoning, 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated, 1/4 cup white onions,…

MASH POTATO TACOS 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons taco seasoning, 1 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon ground oregano, 3 green onions, sliced, 1/4 cup white onions, chopped, 1/2 cup queso fresco cheese, crumbled, 1/2 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped, 2 medium avocados, chopped,…

I frequently order this dish when I go to Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen.  The recipe below is my version.  I think I have gotten mighty close; my humble taste bulbs say this is a tasty dish. 8 extra-large shrimps, shells, and heads, 5 ounces crawfish tails, chopped, 5 ounces lump crab meat, 10 white mushrooms, 2…

The question is, how am I going to feed all these people and stay on budget?  Well, the $.99 Store is my savior.  I purchase a bag of red onions, yellow squash, and Italian squash.  The packages are so big, and the squash is so fresh you can prepare a side dish that will feed at least…

I woke up this morning wanting waffles. Found a cup of semi-sweet dark chocolate.  You’re right. I am having DARK CHOCOLATE BUCKWHEAT BELGIUM WAFFLES.  Dark chocolate is a good mood elevator, and it tastes good. DARK CHOCOLATE BUCKWHEAT BELGIUM WAFFLES 1 3/4 cups buckwheat flour, sifted, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2…

2 lbs. of wild salmon steaks, 1 T. garlic oil, 2 T. salted butter, 3 tsp. minced garlic, 2 fresh lemons juiced and zested, 2 T. Italian parsley, finely chopped plus extra for garnish. Add 2 T. olive oil, 2 T. lemon juice on both sides of the fish.  Season the salmon with salt, pepper,…

Get ready, get ready, get ready for the best piece of tail you have ever had.  Nephew ZaZa introduced me to deep-fried turkey tails.  I am hooked!   Turkey tails are full of fat and flavor. The secret to perfectly fried tails is to make them crispy. 6 turkey tails, 1 medium size white onion, cut in…

1 crusty 6-inch toasted baguette, mayonnaise, roasted turkey breast, shredded, red onions, thinly sliced, cilantro, chopped, iceberg lettuce, tomato slices, brie cheese, fried bacon, crumbled, jellied cranberry sauce slices, topped with potato chips.

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK 1 pound of boneless beef round steak, cut into portion sizes, 3/4 cup self-rising flour, 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt, 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic, 2 teaspoons onion soup mix, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1/2 teaspoon onion powder,  1/2 cup milk, 1 1/4 cups beef stock,  1 egg, beaten, 1 stick…

Boudin is a dish of the god’s to be served to southern royalty. Boudin is perfect for breakfast, brunch, dinner, supper, and grab-and-go snacks! Traveling through southern Louisiana, you can find delicious boudin balls and sausage at just about every gas station. 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, 1/4 pound pork liver,…