ASH WEDNESDAY

Today is Ash Wednesday.  Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent.  Lent is observed with prayer, repentance, fasting, and ashes.  Lent observes Christ’s 40-day fast in the desert before the beginning of His ministry. COCONUT CURRY SHRIMP 1 lb. large shrimp with heads and shells, 1/4 tsp.  Cajun seasoning salt, 1/4 tsp. white pepper, 1/4…

CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE

1 (3 lb) fryer chicken, cut up, 1 (1 lb) bunch fresh broccoli, 1 (10oz.) can cream of chicken soup, 1/2 cup mayonnaise,  1/4  cup sour cream, 1 T. fresh lemon juice, zest of the lemon, 3/4 cup Texas Toast crushed to bread crumbs, 2 1/2 T. salted butter, melted, 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese,…

FRIED ONION RINGS

3 egg yolks, 1 3/4 cups self-rising flour, 1/2 tsp. baking sod, 1/2 tsp. sea salt, 1 3/4 cups low-fat buttermilk, 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream, 4 large yellow onions, 3-4 inches in diameter, vegetable oil for frying Peel and cut the onions into 1/4-inch slices. Separate the onion slices into rings, and set aside….

DOES CHOCOLATE SAY LOVE?

Chocolate is frequently called the “love drug.”  Eating chocolate increases your pulse rate, resulting in a feeling of being in love.  Chocolate also makes you feel relaxed and happy. CHOCOLATE BROWNIES WITH CHOCOLATE ICING 1/2 cup cake flour, sifted, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, 3 tablespoons butter flavored shortening, 1/2 cup raw sugar, 2 tablespoons…

GET READY TO CELEBRATE VALENTINE DAY

Are you ready to celebrate another day of love? Serve this waffle as a breakfast treat or a dessert for your Valentine. Use your imagination when you top off and decorate your waffle.  Lastly, serve with a long-stem red rose and a kiss! 1 (15.25 oz.) package chocolate cake mix,  1 tsp. sugar, 3 eggs,…

SUPERBOWL SUNDAY APPETIZERS

8-large eggs to the pot.  Add at least 3-inch of water over the top of the eggs.  Bring to a boil for approximately 5-7 minutes.  Remove from the heat and allow to rest for another 15-minutes. Now peel them. The basic8 eggs to the pot.  Add at least 3-inch of water over the top of…

SEAFOOD LASAGNA

1 pound lasagna noodles, 1/2 pound bulk hot Italian sausage, 1 pound uncooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, tails removed, 2 (8 oz.) cans lump crab meat, ½ pound mussel meat, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped, 3 green onions, finely chopped, 2 eggs, beaten, 2 1/2 tablespoons…

LOADED BAKED POTATO SALAD

We are gona repurpose this loaded baked potato to a salad 8 strips of bacon, fried crispy and crumbled, 6-8 large russet potatoes, scrubbed well, 1 lb. ground beef1 T.  olive oil, 1 tsp. sea salt, 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated, sour cream green onions, ranch dressing. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Rub the potatoes with…

MISSISSIPPI SWISS STEAK

2 lbs. round steak, 2 tsp. seasoning salt, 1 tsp. black pepper, 1 1/2 tsp. granulated garlic, 1 cup self-rising flour, 1/4 cup garlic oil, 1 (15 oz.) can diced tomatoes, 1 cup water, 1 cup beef broth, 1/2 cup white onions, chopped, 2 carrots, grated, and chopped, 1/4 cup green bell pepper, 1 stalk…

DATE NITE MEAL

In the frozen seafood department, you should find a 2-pound package of Alaskan Wild Salmon with Sweet Chili Sauce. The portions are individually wrapped.  I am cooking 4 pieces. ALASKAN WILD SALMON Get out the cast iron skillet.  Add about 2 T. vegetable oil and 1 T. salted butter.  While the butter is melting, lightly…

GRILLED SALMON

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,…