Fat Tuesday is right around the corner and this is the perfect time of year to make one of my favorite New Orleans recipes, Shrimp Creole. If you are giving up meat for Lent -- or you just want a simple new recipe to enjoy seafood -- this is a great option. When I make it at home, I often start the rice in my rice cooker and have the entire dish assembled and ready to eat by ...
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Shrimp and Corn Soup
As the temperature drops, our appreciation of a warm bowl of soup increases. My family really enjoys this soup recipe because it has a little something for everyone. I love the cilantro, my kids love the sweetness of the corn, and my husband enjoys the shrimp. All of the flavors combined create a recipe that is anything but ordinary. This is a delicious, creamy soup that is ...
Shrimp and Grits
Yes, I was raised in the South. Yes, grits were served at almost every major family breakfast. Yes, they were a favorite food staple of many of my family members. But, I have to be honest with you, I was NOT a fan of grits. Bland, sand-textured mush was not my idea of delicious...no matter how much butter you puddled on top. Occasionally I would find a bowl of the more gourmet ...
Sweetheart Shrimp Sauté- quick, wonderful, and healthy dinner recipe
If you're searching for a quick and simple dinner that is more elegant than your standard fare, this easy shrimp sauté is a perfect option. Rock shrimp are recommended for the recipe but other varieties--or even scallops--can be used. I recommend serving this dish over rice, but it is also delicious with pasta; or if you are seeking a low-carb option, spaghetti squash would ...
Low Country Boil
In the coastal communities of the Carolinas, Low Country Boil became a popular way to cook seafood for a crowd. Low Country Boil is a classic southern dish, originally known as Frogmore Stew or Beaufort Stew. These two names come from a little town called Frogmore and the county of Beaufort in South Carolina. This one-pot meal is featured every July at the 10-day Beaufort ...
