Lagniappe
S’mores Snack Mix
This snack mix is so simple and great for munching! It was my go-to snack for watching the Golden Globes last night. And paired with a little champagne–it was very glamorous! ;) S’mores Snack Mix 9 graham cracker sheets, broken up 1 cup small marshmallows 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 pkg microwave kettle corn popcorn Place broken graham crackers in a ...Caramel Corn
Candy Corn. Pumpkins on every doorstep. Black decor everywhere I turn. Yep, fall is definitely here. :) The light has shifted; and even though it’s still 87°, there’s a chill in the morning air that wasn’t there before. October in Louisiana can be a tricky time. Sweater weather in the morning/shorts and flipflops by afternoon. That’s just the ...Fresh Basil Pesto
One of my year-round kitchen staples is pesto sauce. It’s one of the few things I know I can use to make a quick meal when there is no other option. A quick pesto pasta with chicken or shrimp or just veggies is simple and quick and ends up as our weeknight meal…well, pretty often. ;) ...Satsuma and Tomatillo Chutney
Wow. Here we are in 2012. Where did the last year go? How did the holidays zip by so fast? Sometimes I feel like every day, week and passing month is nothing but a blur! Next month I will have been blogging for a year, and I look back at how much I have learned ...Fish Tacos
Ever since eating the most delicious fish tacos in Mexico last month, I have been wanting to try them at home. Compadres is a small cantina on Isla Mujeres that we found our last day there. Fresh Chilean Sea Bass was perfectly seasoned and pan seared then served on a flour tortilla with pico de ...Homemade Applesauce
The smell of fall is in the air, and I. Am. Giddy. :) I love everything about the changing of the seasons. I love the way the quality of light changes and shifts. I love the sound of football games wafting over the evening breeze from our neighborhood high school. I love the way evening falls ...Stuffed Bell Peppers –a traditional Louisiana recipe
This Louisiana classic is one of my favorites from childhood. I think my mother made it a little different each time she cooked it, but it was always delicious no matter what variations she made. This recipe is a very basic, traditional version. Easy and flavorful, it’s a wonderful reminder of years past as well as ...Chocolate Chips–Un-expected!
Yup, it’s Friday the 13th; but I ain’t skeerd! Especially since it’s my birthday weekend and I just received THE most beautiful, handmade gift. EVER. Beautiful geode necklace made by the author of TheMilkandMoon and creator-extroidinaire (who also happens to be my most favorite niece!). Even the packaging is handmade. And finally, after over a week of ...Tuscan Sliders
It’s been such a wonderful Saturday, I hate to see it end. I spent the first half of the day at the Natchitoches Farmer’s Market. I set up with my seasoning and my sister tagged along with her homemade amaretto. Needless to say, she sold nearly EVERY bottle she had! ☺ And all I can ...Red Beans & Rice
Well, this IS Louisiana, after all. No native would ever confess to not being able to cook a pot of red beans n rice! It’s one of the first things I learned to cook; and after years of trial and error, I finally made it my own. Nothing spells “comfort food” like this dish, especially ...Guinness Beef Stew–a St Patty’s Day Feast
I got this recipe from America’s Test Kitchen newsletter and thought it looked tasty and sounded intriguing. You’ll understand when you see the ingredient list. It’s a slow cooker meal, so a great week-day dinner solution also. I made a couple of changes to the original recipe to accommodate my needs, but I will note those ...My Very First Soufflé
As you may well know if you’ve been reading this blog, I’m a Julia Child fan. Ever since I read her memoir “My Life in France” I’ve been so inspired to cook and to savor everything. French cooking has always seemed daunting to me, and none more so than the soufflé. Nevertheless, I bought her ...Flatbread Inspiration: Season 52–Atlanta, GA
Last summer on our annual buying trip to Atlanta, my business partner and I discovered the most wonderful restaurant! Season 52 boasts a changing menu according to the season and all dishes under 500 calories! We were very anxious to try it out after reading rave reviews and seeing the summer menu online. True to ...
