Cheesy Cajun Potatoes Skillet 2-3 Russet & Red potatoes1 tsp salt2-3 tbsp butter1/2 onion (diced)2 Roma tomatoes (diced)1 cup roasted red peppers (diced)1 tbsp Cajun Spice Blend (or create a blend of an thyme, oregano, basil, chili powder, dry minced...
Olive Red Pepper Bruschetta 5 Roma tomatoes or 2 large regular tomatoes1/2 onion or 1 shallot (chopped)1/4 cup sliced black olives1/4 cup diced roasted red peppers3 sprigs fresh parsleyolive oilred wine vinegarbalsamic vinegar (Optional)ground black peppersaltParmesan cheese (Optional)Italian Spice Blend (or create a...
Pan-Fried or Broiled Parmesan Shrimp & Cod Cakes 8 oz cod fillets8 oz shrimp (raw, de-veined & peeled)1-2 tbsp Italian spice Blend (or create a blend of equal parts basil, dry minced garlic, parsley flakes with a pinch of red pepper flakes.)1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp...
Brie & Jam Crispy Won Tons Won Ton wrappersBrie cheese (or Blue Cheese)Jam of choice (raspberry or apricot work great)saltground black pepperbarbecue seasoning (or make a mix with equal parts garlic powder, onion flakes, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, parsley flakes)vegetable oil Place won ton wrappers...
Pineapple Chile and Lime Braised Pulled Chicken Tacos 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs1-2 tbsp Mexican spice Blend (or following 4 spices: cumin, chili powder, oregano, paprika)juice of 1 lime4 cloves garlic (pressed or chopped)1/2 can crushed pineapple (diced)1/4 cup tequila1 tsp salt2 tbsp...
Basic Frittata Recipe Incredibly easy and crowd pleasing frittata breakfast or brunch dish. File this one under "Hell's to the yeah, bit@hes!" 5 eggs (lightly beaten)3 tbsp half and half, cream or milk1 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp butter1/2 onion ( diced)2 Vegetables (If high in moisture,...
Buffalo Wings 2-3 tbsp barbecue spice blend ( or create an equal mix of dry dry minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, dry mustard seed)1/4 cup hot sauce2 tbsp butter (melted)1 tsp olive oil1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce4 lbs chicken wings Mix the BBQ...
Maple Ginger Candied Sweet Potatoes 1 lb sweet potatoes (Baked for 35 minutes before hand and cooled)1/2 tsp sesame oil1/2 cup Maple syrup2 tbsp fresh ground ginger1/2 tbsp salt1/2 tbsp white pepper1 tbsp bbq spice mix (equal mix of cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion...
Cranberry Dijon Onion Herbed Cornish Hens 2 cornish game hens (1/2 per person)Can of Whole Cranberry Sauce2 tbsp Dijon Mustard1 packet Onion soup Mix1 garlic clove (pressed)fresh or dry herbs (equal mix Oregano, dill, rosemary)olive oilWorcestershire sauce MarinadeIn a bowl combine cranberry sauce, dijon mustard, onion...
Mediterranean Horseradish Encrusted Prime Rib Roast If the friends and the family have been extremely good this year and you want to reward them with the star of meals, then you might consider preparing a standing rib roast (commonly referred to as a prime rib...
