Recipes

Cajun Blackened Catfish

This is a recipe that I obtained from a very good Cajun friend who is a native of Lafayette, Louisiana. His family adopted me (friendly) many years ago and we have swapped Cajun and Creole recipes through the years. You will need: 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder …

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Air Fryer Donut Sticks

Turn a sheet of crescent dough into homemade cinnamon and sugar doughnut sticks, cooked in the air fryer, and served with fruit jam, syrup, honey, or melted chocolate for dipping! You will need: 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough ¼ cup butter, melted ½ cup white sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon ½ cup …

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Maryland Crab Soup

The is the real stuff. Genuine Maryland crab soup, direct from the Chesapeake Bay area. You will need: 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes 3 cups water 1 cup fresh lima beans 1 cup frozen corn kernels 1 cup sliced carrots 2 tablespoons chopped onion 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning TM 2 cups beef broth …

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Vanilla Chantilly Cream

Chantilly cream is a sweeter version of whipped cream. It is smooth and satiny. My family loves it on pancakes, chocolate mousse, and just about anything that needs a sweet touch. Enjoy, from my family to yours! You will need: ½ vanilla bean 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons superfine sugar ½ teaspoon vanilla …

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Salmon Salad Niçoise

There are a lot of steps in this salad, but it is worth every one, in my book! This is not a side, it’s a main dish for 2. Salmon is subbed for traditional tuna here. Green beans, potatoes, and some normal salad items are all combined with the salmon to make a beautiful, satisfying …

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