Rockin Red Beans and Rice
Red beans and rice, which originated in Louisiana and in the old South, were typically made on Mondays. This is because on Sunday there was usually a big supper after church and it usually included ham or beef which gave leftover bones and a bit of meat. Monday was typically wash day. Of course, back then they didn’t have washing machines so washing clothes took a great deal of time between using a washboard and tub, then ringing the clothes and finally hanging them. Supper needed to be something that didn’t take a great deal of attention, hence, Red Beans & Rice! I know these days we don’t have to…
Shrimp and Broccoli with Creamy Garlic Pasta
Shrimp and Broccoli with Creamy Garlic Pasta I was skipping around on Pinterest and Facebook the other day and discovered at one point my tummy was growling after looking at all of the delicious pictures and recipes that were out there. I found that I had a craving for several different things and decided to wrap them all into one. The result…… delicious!!! This dish is so easy and requires only one pot (a bonus when it comes to clean up) The wonderful thing about this dish is that it can be changed up in so many ways. Next time I am going to do chicken and peas instead of…
Easy Chili Mac – An Updated Version Of A Childhood Favorite
Chili Mac is a quick and hearty meal that will stick to your ribs. I don’t know about y’all but I used to love Hamburger Helper (sometimes I still do..shhh don’t tell). This Chili Mac is a more grown-up version that is just as quick but much healthier and more flavorful. Who doesn’t like cheesy pasta with hamburger and tomatoes? Whip up a batch of this Chili Mac and I bet your family will go wild for it! This is so easy and is a one-pot meal. Most of you probably already have the ingredients to make it. Check your freezer, fridge, and pantry now! Make it a great day!…
Angel Hair Pasta With Bacon & Tomatoes
Angel Hair Pasta With Bacon & Tomatoes 5 Fresh ingredients combined to make a quick, nutritious and delicious family meal. Every year at Christmas, one of my best friends and I, exchange one fun gift. It is not something that one “needs” it is something that one either “wants” or just something off the wall. This year I received Michael Symon’s cookbook “5 in 5”. (In case you don’t know who Michael Symon is, he is on the show “The Chew”, is one of the Iron Chefs on Food Network and is also the owner of several restaurants.) I can’t even begin to tell you how many wonderful and easy…
