Soups and Stews
Crab Bisque
Crab Bisque 2 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon onion – chopped 1 tablespoon parsley – chopped 1 1/2 cups soft shell crabmeat – chopped 2 tablespoons flour 2 cups chicken or seafood broth 2 cups cream — light 1 pinches cayenne pepper salt to your taste Melt the butter in sauce pan. Add the onion and … Read more
Creole Shrimp
Creole Shrimp —–sauce—– 1 – 15 oz can tomato puree 1/2 cup water 3 tablespoons white vinegar 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon mustard 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/3 teaspoon pepper 3 tsp. sugar or sugar substitute 12 ounces cooked shrimp In Saucepan, combine all ingredients, except sugar … Read more
Prawn Kabab
Prawn Kabab 1 1/2 pounds prawn 2 bell pepper 1 teaspoon red chili powder 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder salt to taste 1 tablespoon cooking oil 8 ounces cherry tomatoes 1 teaspoon lemon juice De-vein and clean the prawns Mix chili powder, salt, lemon juice, and turmeric powder with 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a … Read more
Cucumber Salsa
Cucumber Salsa Makes about 3 cups of salsa 1 cup sour cream 1 cup plain yogurt 1/4 cup snipped parsley 1/4 cup fresh snipped cilantro 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cucumbers Pare, de-seed, and coarsely shred the cucumbers In a large bowl, mix all ingredients Cover and and place in fridge for … Read more
Gobhi Mung
Gobhi Mung 1 cup yellow split mung beans 2/3 cup finely chopped onions 1 tablespoon grated ginger 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1/3 teaspoon turmeric 3 medium potatoes — peeled and quartered 1/3 small head cauliflower — cut into florets 1 tablespoon salt 12 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter 1 tablespoon cumin seeds 2 green chiles … Read more
Have Me Later Chili
Have Me Later Chili 1 lb ground chuck 1 large onion (chopped) 2 garlic cloves (minced) 2 14 oz cans diced tomatoes 1 15 oz can tomato sauce 1 Tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 15 oz cans chili beans 2 Tablespoon cornstarch (optional) 1/4 Cups … Read more
Meatball Mayhem
Meatball Mayhem 1/2 lb ground chuck 1/2 lb ground pork 1 1/2 Cups shredded Swiss cheese (divided) 1 egg (slightly beaten) 1 small onion (chopped) 1 teaspoon celery salt 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon allspice 3 Cups cooked rice (divided) 1 10 oz can cream of mushroom soup 3/4 Cup milk 3 garlic cloves … Read more
Viva Verde Roasted Pepper Rice Pot
Viva Verde Roasted Pepper Rice Pot 4 large bell peppers 4 cups chicken stock (divided) 1 cup fresh chopped parsley 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 garlic clove 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cups uncooked long grain white rice or brown rice Heat oven to … Read more
Frozen Creamy Broccoli
Frozen Creamy Broccoli 2 lbs fresh broccoli cut into 2 in pieces 1 Cup water 1/2 teaspoon Salt 1 small onion (chopped) 1 4 oz can mushrooms, drained 3 Tablespoon butter or margarine 1 8 oz can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup 1/2 lb Velveeta cheese (cubed) … Read more
Apple Rice And Lentil Skillet
Apple Rice And Lentil Skillet 2 cup uncooked lentils 4 cups water 1/2 cup fresh butter 2 carrots (coarse grated) 2 onions (finely diced) 2 garlic cloves (finely minced) 6 teaspoon flour 2 cups unsweetened applesauce 1 tsp curry powder 2 cups water 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice 2 cups cooked rice Put … Read more
Freezer Shrimp Stew
I would suggest always using fresh Shrimp. If you live near the coast, try one of those little seafood stands near where the fishing boats come in. They usually have the fresh good stuff. Freezer Shrimp Stew 1/2 Cup olive oil 1 clove garlic (chopped fine) 1 medium onion (chopped) 2 green onions (chopped) … Read more