Ingredients: Aromatics: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 carrots, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced Protein: 1 pound ground beef (or substitute ground turkey/chicken) Seasoning: 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 bay leaf Salt and black pepper to taste Broth: 32 ounces beef broth (low-sodium if […]
Gumbo Fried Rice Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 30-40 minutes Ingredients For the Rice: 2 cups long grain white rice 3 cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt For the Gumbo Base: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 pound andouille sausage, sliced 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cubed 1/2 cup chopped […]
One Pot Red Beans and Rice Recipe
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 stalks celery, finely chopped 1 shallot or 1/2 small onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste) 12 ounces Andouille sausage or Kielbasa, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice 1 (15 oz) can red beans, […]
Caramel Cold Foam Recipe
Ingredients: ½ cup heavy cream (or heavy whipping cream) ¼ cup milk (whole milk is best for froth, but 2% or plant-based alternatives work too) 2-3 tablespoons caramel syrup or sauce Pinch of salt Instructions: Combine: Add the heavy cream, milk, caramel syrup, and salt to a tall glass, mason jar, or a designated frothing […]
Easy Chicken, Chorizo and Shrimp Paella Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 35-40 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided 6 ounces Spanish chorizo, sliced into rounds 1 medium onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 […]
Whipped Bleu Cheese Bites Recipe
Yields: 12-14 servings Prep time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: Whipped Bleu Cheese Dip: 4 ounces bleu cheese crumbles (about 1/2 cup) 4 ounces cream cheese, softened (1/3-fat is fine) 1 tablespoon white vinegar 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Pinch of freshly ground black pepper 2-4 tablespoons milk (or more as needed) […]
Secret Ingredient Rosé Sangria Recipe
Yields: About 6 servings Prep Time: 10 minutes + chilling time Ingredients Rosé Wine: 1 bottle (750ml) of your favorite dry rosé Brandy: 1/2 cup Fruit: 1 orange, sliced into thin wheels 1 lemon, sliced into thin wheels 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved 1 cup raspberries Orange Liqueur: 1/4 cup (like Cointreau or Grand […]
Watermelon Agua Fresca Recipe
Ingredients: 6 cups cubed, seedless watermelon (aim for the ripest you can find) 1/2 cup water Juice of 1-2 limes (depending on your preference) 2-4 tablespoons sugar, honey, or agave nectar (adjust to taste) Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional) Lime wedges, for garnish (optional) Instructions Blend: Combine the watermelon cubes, water, and lime juice […]
Jambalaya Soup Recipe
Ingredients: Protein: 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 pound Andouille sausage, thinly sliced The Holy Trinity: 1 medium yellow onion, diced 2 ribs celery, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced Flavor Enhancers: 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional, for heat) Seasonings: 2 tablespoons Cajun […]
Cheesy Vegetable, Sausage and Rice Casserole Recipe
Yields: 6-8 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 35-40 minutes Ingredients 1 pound Italian sausage (mild, hot, or a mix), casings removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 (10-ounce) package frozen mixed vegetables (such as carrots, peas, and corn) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried […]