Lemon Basil Shrimp & Pasta {and some exciting news}

30 Tuesday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in herbs, oils & spices, love to cook, Mediterranean, seafood

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Basil, capers, lemon juice, linguine, scallions, shrimp

Before I talk about this wonderful Lemon Basil Shrimp & Pasta dish, I must confess I’ve been keeping something from you. I wasn’t sure when it would be the right time to tell you. So I waited until I was sure we were in the clear. It is with great pride and joy that I share the news.

We have babies. Hydroponic Herb Babies. And today was our first harvest, Basil. We used the most tender delicious basil leaves in this Lemon Basil Shrimp & Pasta recipe I found in Cooking Light. Continue reading »

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Salisbury Steak {with Mushroom Gravy}

28 Sunday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in B is for Braising, beef, pork, lamb, casseroles & comfort food, love to cook

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fresh thyme, garlic, ground beef, mushrooms, parsley, shallot, Worcestershire Sauce

Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy.

On any given day, this is the most popular recipe on the blog. Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy, served over Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes with a side of green peas is pure comfort. I wanted to prepare and share a dish that said “when I am with you I am complete and comfortable”. Continue reading »

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Beignets & Charbroiled Oysters {and a Pimm’s Cup Cocktail Recipe}

26 Friday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in appetizers, cocktails & coffees, desserts

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beignets, Cafe au Lait, charbroiled oysters, New Orleans, Pimms Cup cocktail

Oysters. Fifty cent oysters on the half shell. That’s how it began one week ago today. Wait, you could say it actually began with Pimm’s Cup Cocktails at one of New Orleans most famous watering holes, the Carousel Bar at the Hotel Monteleone. That’s where our bartender recommended Lüke, a Chef John Besh restaurant, located just a short walk away in the Central Business District. We wasted no time and headed that way. Lucky us…when we walked through the door we were informed that it was ‘Happy Hour.’ Fifty cent oysters on the half shell. Half-priced house brews and cocktails. Continue reading »

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Cookies & Cream Gourmet Popcorn {Share the Love}

24 Wednesday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in adventures in chocolate, desserts, love to cook, Share the Love, snacks

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kettle corn, oreo cookies, white chocolate

Cookies & Cream Gourmet Popcorn. Not just cookies & cream ‘flavored’ popcorn, but ‘sweet & salty kettle corn tossed with crushed Oreo cookies then drizzled with white chocolate love’ popcorn. Made at home. Shared with those I love. That’s how I roll. Continue reading »

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Parmesan Pesto Grilled Tomato, Ham & Cheese Sandwich

23 Tuesday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in beef, pork, lamb, burgers & sandwiches, love to cook

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ham, parmesan cheese, pesto, tomatoes

Parmesan Pesto Grilled Tomato, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. Thank you Deli Man.

He asked me if I’d like some samples. How did he know? I told him I needed some ham, but not just any ham, something different. He said (in a foreign accent, the tall, dark..kind) and I quote “have you tried the Boar’s Head Rosemary Ham.” Why no, I haven’t. And my friends…The Rosemary Ham & Gruyere Cheese Sandwich {with Sundried Tomatoes} was born. Stay with me, we’re getting to the Parmesan Pesto Grilled Tomato, Ham & Cheese Sandwich. Soon. Continue reading »

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Blackberry Margaritas

20 Saturday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in cocktails & coffees, love to cook, Mexican/Latin

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blackberries, grand marnier, lime, salt, sugar, tequila

Blackberry Margaritas

When the blackberries are in season and look this good, I’m hunting recipes to make. This Margarita recipe from Cooking Light was just what I was looking for. Just so happens it makes ~~four~~ two…so I recommend inviting a friend, like I did. Continue reading »

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Moussaka {Greek Eggplant & Lamb}

19 Friday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in beef, pork, lamb, casseroles & comfort food, love to cook, Mediterranean

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allspice, bechamel sauce, cinnamon, eggplant, ground lamb, parmesan cheese, potato

Moussaka. The best Moussaka I’ve ever had was in ‘a diner.’ The kind of diner you find in CT or NY, that are open all night, where you can order fried eggs, t-bone steaks, pancakes, cocktails, Moussaka (or hundreds of other dishes)…any time of day. Every time I visit my sister we have at least one meal at a diner, doesn’t matter which one because they’re all good, and most often I order Moussaka. Continue reading »

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Blackened Chicken Pot Pie

17 Wednesday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in casseroles & comfort food, chicken, love to cook

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carrots, celery, chicken, onion, Potatoes, puff pastry

Blackened Chicken Pot Pie. Because sometimes you need to step outside your comfort zone.

I offered two choices for dinner. Would you like Pasta with Blackened Chicken or Chicken Pot Pie? The response, Yes. And the Blackened Chicken Pot Pie was born. Continue reading »

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Deconstructed Shrimp & Grits {one small bite at a time}

13 Saturday Apr 2013

Posted by libby in appetizers, love to cook, seafood

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chicken broth, Franks hot sauce, garlic, grits, shallot, shrimp, white wine

Deconstructed Shrimp & Grits ~ One small bite at a time.

I’m not sure where to begin with this one. I was fumbling around the kitchen one Saturday afternoon, clearly making no headway on dinner. An ensuing melt-down in the making (doesn’t happen often but apparently there are precursors). To head it off, I was given a challenge. “Forget dinner. You have one hour to create an appetizer, something you’ve never made before. Then we’ll decide about dinner.” Continue reading »

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Monthly Archives: April 2013

Lemon Basil Shrimp & Pasta {and some exciting news}

Salisbury Steak {with Mushroom Gravy}

Beignets & Charbroiled Oysters {and a Pimm’s Cup Cocktail Recipe}

Parmesan Pesto Grilled Tomato, Ham & Cheese Sandwich

Blackberry Margaritas

Moussaka {Greek Eggplant & Lamb}

Blackened Chicken Pot Pie

Deconstructed Shrimp & Grits {one small bite at a time}