Parslied Chicken Wellington

2 Tbs. butter 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1/2 package(17 1/4-ounces size) Puff Pastry Sheet (1 sheet) 1 egg, beaten 1 Tbs. water 4 ounces herbed cream cheese spread 1/4 cup parsley In medium skillet over medium-high heat, heat butter.  Season chicken with salt and pepper.  Add chicken and cook until browned.  Remove chicken […]

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Penne a La Vodka

1 Tbs. chopped garlic 2 Tbs. olive oil 4 cups diced tomatoes (2-28 ounce cans plum) 3/4 cup vodka 2 Tbs. fish stock 1/2 cup heavy cream 1 Tbs. butter 2 tsp. tarragon 6-8 ounces penne 3/4 cup romano cheese salt and pepper In large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté garlic in olive oil about […]

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New Orleans Jambalaya

New Orleans Jambalaya

Jambalaya is one of those super comforting dishes that’s simple to make and where there are some many variations. Jambalaya is a popular Louisiana dish with French and Spanish influences that consists primarily of seasoned rice with meat and vegetables. My favorite version is simple and featured chicken and andouille sausage. I sometimes also add […]

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Penne with Mushroom Sauce

Penne with Mushroom Sauce

Light yet hardy pasta that’s “meaty” from the Cremini mushrooms. 5 Tbs. butter 1 large onion, chopped 1 pound Cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 1/4 cups heavy cream 2 Tbs. dry Sherry 1/4 tsp. thyme 1 pound penne 1/4 cup parsley 3 Tbsp. Parmersan cheese Melt butter over medium-high heat.  Add onions and sauté 8 minutes.  […]

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Beef Chili for a Crowd

This simple and delicious chili recipe makes enough to feed an army…or at least 15 of your friends at your next party. 5 lb. ground beef 1 large onion diced 2 Tbs. chopped garlic 4 – 28 ounce cans whole tomatoes, hand-crushed small can kidney beans 2 packages Shelby’s Chili Mix, spice packets only 1/3 […]

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Easy Veal Marsala

Sauce: 3 Tbs. flour 2 Tbs. butter, softened 1 cup water 1 tsp. instant beef bouillon Veal: 3 Tbs. flour 8 ounces veal scaloppini 2 Tbs. olive oil 2 Tbs. butter, divided 6 mushrooms sliced 1/3 cup dry marsala wine salt and pepper to taste Sauce:  Mix flour and butter to form a paste.  In […]

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No-Fail Marinara Sauce

16 ounce can of whole peeled tomatoes, preferably San Marzano 2 Tbs. olive oil 4 medium garlic cloves, minced 1 medium onion cut into 1/4 dice 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 2 bay leaves pinch of sugar salt and pepper to taste Drain tomatoes, reserving their liquid.  Cut tomatoes into small dice.  Set aside.  Heat oil […]

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Kentucky-Style Fried Chicken

2 packages Knorr tomato basil soup 3 cups flour salt 2 packages Goodseason Italian dressing 1 Tbs. Paprika 3 Lbs. Chicken pieces Put all ingredients in a plastic bag and shake well.  Immerse chicken in mixture and bake in a 350 F. oven for 40 minutes. 4 Servings.

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Hot Crab Salad Sandwiches

1-  6-ounce can fancy lump crabmeat 1 cup (4 ounces) Muenster cheese 4 Tbs. green onion, chopped 2 Tbs. mayonnaise 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce 2 English muffins, split Combine crabmeat, 1/2 cup cheese, 3 Tbs. green onions, mayonnaise, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl; blend.  Season with pepper.  Preheat broiler.  Arrange muffins split side up […]

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Horseradish-Crusted Salmon

Horseradish crust: 2 tbs. Butter ¾ tsp. Fresh thyme, chopped 1 tbs.  Italian parsley, chopped 1 tbs.  Dijon mustard 2 tbs.  Horseradish, drained but not dry ½ cup plus 2 tbs.  Bread crumbs Salmon fillets: ¼ cup olive oil 4, 7-ounce salmon fillets, skin removed Crust: Blend together butter, thyme, parsley, mustard and horseradish.  Fold […]

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