Category: Side-dish

Shrimp Maque Choux

May 23rd, 2013
  Ingredients2 slices bacon, chopped2 tbsp butter, divided3 cloves garlic, minced1 medium shallot, finely chopped1 red bell pepper, finely chopped1 jalapeno, finely chopped10 ounces frozen corn4 green onions, choppedSaltPepper8… more »

Cajun Garlic Bread

March 21st, 2013
  Yield: 30 pieces Ingredients4 French rolls1/2 lb. butter7 cloves garlic, minced2/3 cup grated parmesan cheese1/4 cup cajun seasoning DirectionsSlice the rolls into 1" slices.In a small saucepan, melt the butter.  Stir in the g… more »

Carribean Peas & Rice

March 18th, 2013
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Beer Macaroni & Cheese

February 18th, 2013
  Ingredients1 package (16 oz.) elbow macaroni1/4 cup butter3 cloved garlic, minced1/4 cup flour2 tbsp dijon mustard1 tsp salt3/4 tsp pepper2 1/2 cups milk3/4 cup amber ale1/4 cup heavy whipping cream12 oz. shredded cheddar, div… more »

Mashed Cauliflower Casserole

December 6th, 2012
  Yield: 10 servings Ingredients2 heads cauliflower, broken into florets1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese1 1/2 cups grated Swiss cheese6 tbsp butter1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp seasoned salt1 cup Italian bread crumbs3 tbsp butter, melte… more »

Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower

November 29th, 2012
I'm not usually a fan of vegetables, but I will occasionally find a dish worth trying.  This one is quite easy to make and makes a good side dish for just about any meal. Yield: 10 servings Ingredients4 cups Brussels sprouts, halved1 head cault… more »

Crispy Roasted Potatos

November 5th, 2012
  Ingredients4 tbsp butter4 tbsp oil4 lbs. potatoes1 shallot, slicedSaltPepperThyme DirectionsCombine the butter and oil.  Brush onto a 12" cast iron skillet.  Set the remaining butter mixture aside.Peel the potatoes and slice… more »

Five Cheese Baked Macaroni

October 18th, 2012
  Ingredients1 package (16 oz.) rotini6 tbsp butter1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 garlic clove, minced1/3 cup flour1/2 cup chicken broth4 cups heavy whipping cream1 tsp pepper1/2 tsp salt8 oz. havarti cheese, grated8 oz. goat ch… more »

Quick and Hearty Tomato Soup

October 8th, 2012
  Yield: 5 servings Ingredients2 strips of thick-cut bacon2 cans (10.75 oz.) condensed tomato soup1 can (12 oz.) evaporated milk1 can (5 oz.) evaporated milk1 can (14.25 oz.) diced tomatoesSour creamShredded cheese (I used asiago)… more »

Sesame Chicken Wings

October 4th, 2012
  Ingredients3 lbs chicken wings1/2 cup soy sauce1/3 cup water1/4 cup sugar2 tbsp oil4 green onions, chopped1/2 large sweet onion, sliced3 garlic cloves, minced2 tbsp sesame seedsDash of black pepper DirectionsCut the chic… more »