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These cute sprinkle cups are another great thing I pinned on Pinterest and vowed to make one day. That “one day” came and went a couple of months ago at my son’s birthday party. We had a few of his friends come over for pizza, games, and a sleep over. I [...]
Homemade Granola is one of those super easy recipes that often gets overlooked because it’s just so easy to buy pre-made, but if you’re willing to give it a try, I think you’ll be in for a real treat and be amazed at the wonderful flavor you can create at home, not to mention, you’ll [...]
About 12 years ago, when I was newly married, I happened to be shopping in my local grocery store, specifically in the dairy section picking up the old usual: milk, butter, eggs, and cheese, when an elderly lady approached me and asked me which brand of butter I preferred. I was completely caught off guard [...]
My husband and I had dinner at a steak house here in Houston called J. Alexander’s and I ordered their side special of Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower. I love roasted vegetables, so I knew I would really like this. After eating this side dish, I was hooked! J. Alexander’s roasted these vegetables to perfection…they [...]
I was going through my recipe file the other day and realized that I must have hundreds of recipes that I have filed away and intended to try, but never did, so now I’m on a quest to really work through those recipes and make as many as I can. This is one of those [...]
This is a very simple recipe I threw together one night recently. I pulled out some ingredients from the fridge and put together this light and easy weeknight meal. Tilapia is a popular and inexpensive fish and is mild in flavor, so it’s important that you choose flavors that you like and that you want [...]
You might can tell by now that cajun food is one of my favorites and with Mardi Gras season coming up quickly, it just gives me more reason to whip up delicious creole and cajun recipes from our neighboring Louisiana! This is a simple seafood gumbo recipe that uses fresh shrimp, lump crab meat and [...]
Over the holidays I was looking for a good seafood appetizer and came across this recipe for shrimp wrapped in puff pastry. I decided to give it a try and was so glad I did. It was delicious and very simple!
As you’ve probably noticed, I have been MIA for the last two weeks with moving into our new home and the holidays. I am so excited to be back and to be working out of my awesome new kitchen! I can’t wait for all of the great things this new year will bring…especially great food [...]
One of my favorite things about living in Houston is the close proximity to fresh Gulf seafood. I LOVE seafood…especially shrimp. Recently, Q and I took the kids down to Kemah, a nearby fishing town where you can buy fresh seafood at many markets right off of the nearby Kemah Boardwalk. Kemah is a very [...]
Not too long ago I posted a recipe for BBQ Grilled Shrimp and it was a simple and delicious shrimp recipe! I decided to grill some more shrimp and build a tostada with fresh smashed avocado, creamy cilantro lime slaw { borrowed from my Baja Style Fish Tacos }, ripe tomatoes and crumbled Queso Fresco [...]
This is a very simple fish recipe that makes you feel like you’re eating at a high-end restaurant. You can use pecans, macadamia nuts, or breadcrumbs if you can’t find pumpkin seeds…just make sure you chop them finely or grind them a little in a food processor. In a small bowl, combine pumpkin seeds, [...]
Cedar planked salmon is a method of smoking salmon that gives it a rich, smoky flavor. It’s hard to imagine going back to regular grilling after preparing it this way. The flavor is outstanding and the method is simple! Cedar planks can be purchased HERE on my Amazon page or you can usually find them [...]
