Hellooooooo from Charleston! I really wanted to post of couple of blogs while I am on vacation so here’s 1 of 2. I’ve been wheat-free for 5 days now and it’s really made me put on my thinking cap. Now, the reason I’m going wheat-free is not because of an intolerance or allergy; I want … Continue reading
Blackened Salmon, Herbed Potatoes, and Roasted Lemon Broccoli
Dietitians recommend that you consume 2-3 servings of fish per week. Salmon, being a lean source of protein, also provides heart healthy Omega fats to protect your heart from inflammation. Broccoli is an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and can be prepared in so many ways. I love lemon so I chose to prepare the broccoli … Continue reading
Creme Brulee
So I’m not a baker. But THIS girl had to figure out how to make her favorite dessert. I’m on my third attempt and second Mission Completed and yum. Chocolate Cherry Creme Brulee Ingredients 1 large egg 3 egg yolks 1/2 cup granulated white sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 ounce Chocolate Cherry … Continue reading
Shrimp and Okra Gumbo
So. Hiatus. Good to see you again. One of my fall favorites is a hot, soupy, stew-y dish. Let’s talk gumbo. Courtesy of Aunt Teenie. I was born and raised in south Louisiana where gumbo is a mainstay. You know I love cooking and I love exploring new dishes. I’m a little ashamed to say … Continue reading
Simple Chunky Marinara Sauce
Marinara sauce is very simple to make. The awesome thing about it is that you can add almost anything to make it your own. Some people add carrots, onions, pine nuts, red wine and even chopped spinach. You can even be playful with your pasta. One of my favorites is orzo. I’ve gone with a … Continue reading
Thai Chicken Quinoa
How sweet it is. One of my favorite inspirational blogs. This recipe is light and delicate and tasty. Tasty meaning you can actually TASTE the food. Simply put, this recipe includes protein, whole grains, vegetables and a delicate taste of Thai. Thai Chicken Quinoa for 4 4 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded 1 cup … Continue reading
Tacos, baby. Tacos.
Okay. I’ve been intimidated to cook taco meat from scratch. So I went into the field, fired a bullet, and no one shot back. It turned out great! I’ve always been the girl to use the prepared taco seasoning packets but tonight…oh, tonight…I went for it. My cousin introduced me to using fire roasted diced … Continue reading
