A friend shared a piece of a venison backstrap, which is the tenderloin of the deer. This piece was about 1 3/4 pound. As venison is a very lean piece of meat, marinating is generally recommended. We choose a simple … Continue reading
A brand new household favorite! A delicious Louisiana classic that is really, really good. This is really my husband’s dish. He was reading one of my cookbooks a few days ago, and this morning started putting this together right after … Continue reading
If you are looking for a hearty beef stew like Grandma used to make, this might be the ticket. I like to make a batch of Beef & Barley Stew at least once each winter. The memorable flavor that results … Continue reading
An easy and delicious treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. It’s also an easy way to impress your kids. The high heat of the preheated skillet and the oven causes the pancake to rise so high, similar to a … Continue reading
A most unusual looking vegetable that is mesmerizing to look at due to its fractal qualities. An Italian vegetable that has been bred since the 16th century, to this day it seems to be reserved for royalty and nobility. To me, … Continue reading
An easy way to cook this lovely green. It only takes a few minutes to prepare. You will need: 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1/2 cup slivered onions Saute these in a large, heavy skillet for a … Continue reading
A great way to use up leftover mashed potatoes. Sometimes, it helps to make extra! Great for breakfast, or as a dinner side. 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes 2 eggs 1/4 cup flour 1 green onion, sliced 1/3 to 1/2 … Continue reading
A great Cajun classic that is pretty simple to put together. It does not require long cooking. If you get your shrimp already peeled, it is even quicker. 2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 cup minced yellow … Continue reading
A delicious part of an antipasto platter. Some of the more common Antipastos are those that could be preserved, stored for the winter months when they could be pulled down and one can enjoy a bite of summer. Roasted Red … Continue reading
FYI, not available at your local farmer’s market. If you live in the Gulf South, however, it is available at your local Rouse’s grocery store. So, why is it a Farmer’s Market Find? Because it is a true Louisiana original. … Continue reading
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