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Cajun Dirty Rice originated in the southern region of Louisiana, specifically among the Cajun communities. The “dirty” in the name refers to the brown color of the rice, resulting from cooking it with meat and vegetables. This dish is a true culinary delight, with its …
Peach and blueberry cobbler is a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This mouthwatering treat combines the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the burst of tangy blueberries, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Start by baking a luscious fruit filling underneath …
If you are the cook of the family you are of course going to have left overs. And a freezer is an essential appliance in the Kitchen. I cook so much I have a upright freezer and two other more refrigerators with freezers and sometimes …
On the drive back home the other day, on the side of the road there were vendors on the roadside with their trunks open or tailgates down with stacks of beautiful Watermelons. So I said to myself, It’s Watermelon Season. Unfortunately, we didn’t have the …
A Red White and Blueberry Pie! I’ve started the process of looking for Summer Time recipes and I found this very Patriotic Pie. I was going to wait until the 4th of July to post but thought to myself well Memorial Day is right around …
Strawberry Surprise. This is my own little creation. Strawberries layered with Whip Cream and my Pie Crusties. What are Pie Crusties you ask? A Pie Crusty is simply my Pie Crust, buttered and sugared. Then slightly browned to give it a sugary glaze. Now for …
Cider braised pork shoulder is a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or a gathering with friends and family. This dish involves slow-cooking a pork shoulder in apple cider, which infuses the meat with a sweet and tangy …
Steak Diane is a classic dish that was popular in the mid-20th century. The dish typically consists of a thin cut of beef, such as filet mignon. Pan-fried and then topped with a sauce made from butter, shallots, mushrooms, and sometimes cognac or brandy. There …
A Little History As for how it got it’s name, I found this article on portablepress.com. Chess Pie originated in the South. According to legend, a cook on a plantation made up this kind of pie (or something very close to it) and was asked …
What is the difference between an old fashion creamy lemon pie and lemon meringue pie? You make a lemon cream pie with a custard base. Made with condensed milk or cream and egg yolks. While A lemon meringue pie is made with egg yolks, corn …