Friday, December 19, 2014

Seafood - Loris Famous Crab Cakes

Peppers, green onions, parsley, and plenty of seasonings make these crab cakes a memorable mealtime hit!

Salad - Celery Salad

A cool, crisp salad adds crunch and contrast to any menu. You can also use dried cranberries and walnuts.

Pasta - Macaroni And Tomatoes

This is a delicious side dish to add to about anything.

Pasta - Chicken Or Turkey Tetrazzini Deluxe

Cooked chicken or turkey breast, pasta, veggies, sherry and broth with creamy and cheesy elements, all baked into a classic. This casserole is a great way to use leftover turkey or chicken. Delicious and freezes well too.

Herbs And Spices - Louisiana Crawfish Etouffee

Here in Louisiana, there's nothing better than this classic during crawfish season. This recipe is easy and can be substituted with shrimp when crawfish are out of season. Even better when served with hot garlic French bread! Start cooking the rice first since this is a quick and easy dish.

Appetizers And Snacks - Marinated Peppers

Red, Green, and Yellow Peppers marinated in a mixture of herbs and oils. Serve with toasted white bread or French bread.

Bbq Grilling - Asian Barbequed Butterflied Leg Of Lamb

A richly flavored marinade is the key to the perfect grilled leg of lamb!

Bread - Super Moist Pumpkin Bread 2

This is an incredible bread. Its moistness comes from the addition of an unusual ingredient: coconut milk! If sweetened coconut is used reduce white sugar to 1/2 cup.

Side Dish - Sugar Snap Peas

Shallots and a little thyme are sprinkled over irresistible sugar snap peas!

Cheese - Salsa Cheese Boule Dip

Cheddar, sour cream and cream cheese melt to a luscious dipping consistency in this spicy, Southwestern-style snack.

Soups Stews And Chili - Tortellini Soup I

Italian sausage and tortellini are paired in this beef broth based soup with carrots, celery and zucchini. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese.

Desserts - Blueberry Crumb Bars

In these easy bar cookies, blueberries top a pastry crust and get sprinkled with a cinnamon crumble before baking. You can use any berries you like.

Soups Stews And Chili - Navy Bean Soup I

A great soup to simmer all afternoon, full of tomatoes, onions, celery, ham, and spices. This recipe makes eight to ten servings so make sure you have a large stock pot on hand.

Herbs And Spices - White Hot Hot Chocolate

Hot chocolate could warm you up on a cold day, but what about those unmercifully cold sub-zero days? This recipe uses a combination of spices and creamy chocolate to create a smooth drink with a lingering warmth. Garnish with a candy cane or cinnamon stick if desired.

Seafood - American Ceviche

A large and delicious seafood salad is full of shrimp, imitation crabmeat, avocado, and cilantro. The bright and colorful salad marinates overnight in a light dressing of lime juice and tomato-clam juice cocktail. Serve in tall beer glasses.

Salad - Cranberry Salad Vii

This recipe is a farm family favorite that's wonderful any time of year. Strawberry or raspberry gelatin works just as well as cranberry in this shimmering salad that's both sweet and tart.

Seafood - Garlic Crab Legs

Garlicky crab legs with corn on the cob.

Pasta - Pasta Bake

This quick and satisfying dish is an easy compilation of sauteed ground beef and onions mixed with mushrooms, spaghetti sauce, mozzarella and cooked mostaccoli. Bake it for a mere 20 minutes and serve!

Desserts - Fruity Mini Cupcakes

Easy little mini cupcakes made with cake mix can be colored and flavored with unsweetened drink mix to make bright, pretty treats. Make them all one flavor or choose several flavors.

Cheese - Terrys Favorite Easy Chicken Pie

Diced chicken is combined with cream cheese, cream of chicken soup and mixed vegetables. This tasty, very creamy filling is poured into a pastry-lined pan, covered with a top crust, and baked until the pie is tender and golden.

Appetizers And Snacks - Caramel Pretzel Nut Popcorn

This is a very good holiday treat the my kids can't get enough of. It combines the sweetness of caramel with the saltiness of pretzels, nuts and popcorn. There is no mess because it is mixed in a large throw-away brown bag!

Pasta - Angel Hair With Feta And Sun Dried Tomatoes

My husband begs me to make this dish. It is a surprisingly great mixture of flavors. You'll love it! Feel free to tailor the ingredient amounts to your taste. This is how we like it, but it is quite flexible.

Herbs And Spices - Glenns Marinated Pork Shoulder

This tangy marinade for grilled pork shoulder is swimming with spices. You'll really taste the garlic!

Meat And Poultry - Basic Chicken Salad

Sometimes the best approach is the simplest one, as in this mix of chicken, mayonnaise, almonds and celery. Use herbed chicken for extra flavor.

Herbs And Spices - Beef And Spinach Curry

Beef, spinach, tomatoes, and coconut milk are simmered together with a variety of spices, creating a wonderful curry.