This weekend was so fun, but almost a blurrrrr. Did I sleep? I sure feel like I didn't. I thought about taking a recoup day on Monday- but failed to remember that with all the hustle and … [Read more...]
Cavatappi with Shrimp & Vodka Sauce
May 11, 2012 2 Comments
Because it is Friday, I bring you some fun (translation: booze filled pasta). Well.. I also brought you a spiked fruit salad on Monday.. but it was Monday. I think we all could use a drink … [Read more...]
Truffled Crawfish Mac & Cheese
April 25, 2012 2 Comments
For the New Year holiday my sweet Fireman and I dined out at a local hot spot, Brownstone, formerly inspired by chef Casey Thompson and her love for Southern cuisine. The girl was amazing on Top … [Read more...]
Pineapple Shrimp Fried Rice
April 6, 2012 1 Comment
According to one of my favorite 4 year olds- this is rice with the 'yucky stuff'. He actually loves fried rice- but announces what would make you think different. His momma- one of my … [Read more...]
Cajun Shrimp-Stuffed Potatoes
April 3, 2012 5 Comments
This is a good recipe. By good, I mean easy enough for a weeknight, fun enough for a weekend, and definitely a conversation piece for entertaining friends for a dinner meal. After all- even … [Read more...]
Seafood Risotto
March 16, 2012 2 Comments
Last week my Fireman hit a milestone- he has reached 30 years on this earth. Of course, I made much to do about this special day, including throwing (with the help of FireMom) a surprise party … [Read more...]
Chicken Sausage & Shrimp Jambalaya
March 1, 2012 Leave a Comment
With the recent passing of Fat Tuesday I was flooded with Cajun inspired recipes. It's no lie that NOLA provides some yummy recipes..and I'm feelin' like some surf'n turf today. Cajun Style. … [Read more...]
Lemon Paella with Peas & Shrimp
January 20, 2012 1 Comment
I love me some shrimp. Paella is delicioso.. and I really was feelin' it this week.. but really wasn't feelin' the price tage of the base of most paella's. Typical paella uses saffron threads, but … [Read more...]
Shrimp & Pepperoni Marinara & Creamy Polenta
January 12, 2012 1 Comment
My Fireman works in 24 hour shifts, leaving me at home to figure something out for dinner on my own. Most nights I'm pretty good about getting something rounded and wholesome -- most of the time … [Read more...]
Mindful Munching: Restaurant Smarts II
January 5, 2012 Leave a Comment
I posted earlier this week some tips for restaurant eating- here I am again with more helpful tips for you, this time specifically after you've already arrived at your eating place. … [Read more...]
