Recipes

Yes, I have a tiny bit of Italian in my dna along with the Scot-Irish, German, Wales, and English. My 9th great grandfather was Italian, and I do so love Italian food. We all know all that white flour pasta isn’t good for a body. BUT…. there are healthy ways to enjoy those wonderful spices. I created one tonight for dinner. I’m not even sure what to call it….Italian Dumplings? Maybe Italian Succotash and biscuits? Maybe send suggestions in the reply area. My intention was actually to make Succotash to use up the last frozen pack of fresh okra. But...

Need a quick and easy weeknight dinner? One that has you coming back for seconds? Then you've got to try this creamy Tuscan shrimp pasta. It's pure comfort food.  Succulent shrimp, fresh spinach and al dente noodles, all coated with a delicious garlic parmesan sauce.  CREAMY TUSCAN GARLIC SHRIMP LINGUINEThis creamy Tuscan shrimp recipe has become a family favorite. (Well, except for the one kid who doesn't like pasta) Some of my children pick out the spinach, but they gobble up the rest of it. It's a great option when you're short on time because it can be made in the...

Farm Market Tex-Mex Pasta Salad | Karri Perry-Blue Ribbon Favorites4 cups cooked & drained pasta (I used mini bow tie)2 Tbs red onion chopped1 Tbs chopped cilantro-(can sub parsley)Green chopped chilis-small can-(optional)3-4 cups corn kernels -cooked & cooled1 cup cherry tomatoes halved1 avocado-cubed1/2 cup queso-fresco, crumbled1 teaspoon chili powder1 Tbs butterDressing:2 limes-zested and juiced about 3 Tbs of juice, 1-2 tsp zest1 Tbs red wine vinegar 2 Tbs olive oil1 tsp Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp garlic powder1/2 teaspoon saltMake pasta, according to package instructions. I used mini bow tie pasta. Any bite-sized pasta in any shape will work. Drain and cool, place in...

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] From the bride… I wanted something that captured the elegance of old Hollywood with elements that made sense for a winter wedding. We started with emerald green, white, and hints of gold, and the design webbed from there. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] We are from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Most Baton Rouge brides have large weddings at the local country clubs. We wanted something smaller and more intimate yet beautiful. When we came across Horseshoe Bay, we immediately knew it was the perfect destination for our nuptials. We also like that it...

There's nothing easier than using Japanese miso paste to add salt and umami. Not only is it incredibly easy to use, but it's also very versatile as well and can be used for anything from sauces and stews to stir-fries and soups. Here is a list of miso recipes to get you started on exploring miso! Honey Miso Garlic Roasted Potatoes ©Photo Credit: Pups with Chopsticks A crispy garlic roasted potatoes recipe with a light honey miso garlic drizzle caramelized at the end to give it a layer of umami ness! Great as a side dish or snack! You can...