Author: Pamela
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How-To: Easy Garlic Croutons
Directions: Slice bread into 1/2 inch slices. Spread softened butter on one side, sprinkle with garlic powder. Cut into 1/2 inch cubes. Place on baking sheet Bake 375 degrees for 15 minutes. Note: Great to serve over soups or salads. photo
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Shrimp & Grits (Casserole)
If you love seafood like we do here on the Gulf Coast, you will LOVE this recipe. Shrimp and Grits is a staple at every seafood restaurant in our community and was the dish I always ordered when going out. When I came across this recipe at my friend’s Christmas party, I knew it would become…
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How-To: Boil Peanuts
We southerners love our peanuts with a passion. It’s a favorite snack roasted or boiled. Visit just about every quick stop or service station in the southeast and you’ll find a crock-pot boiling near the soda fountain. Most people get them for their drive to the beach, for tailgating at a college football game or just as…
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Asian Slaw
This recipe is made with broccoli in lieu of cabbage. A great alternative for your everyday coleslaw recipes. Directions: Mix broccoli slaw, Ramen Noodles, green onions, sunflower seeds, almonds, and white raisins in a large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk until blended Ramen Noodles seasoning packets, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil and vegetable oil. Pour dressing…
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How-To: Poach Eggs
Poaching eggs can be tricky but if you follow these steps, yours will turn out perfectly. Make sure to start with fresh eggs; they hold their shape better. Check the egg cartons to find one with the latest date posted. Directions: Pour water to a depth of 3 inches in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil;…
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Three Cheese-Cheese Pâté
Directions: Combine cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and pepper. Beat at medium speed with mixer until smooth. Line a lightly oiled 6x4x2″ loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a 2″ overhang on each side. Spread 1/3 of the cream cheese mixture in the loaf pan, smoothing to corners. Combine the grated Gruyere cheese & pecans, spread on top…
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So-Easy Paella
My father was in the CC Camp when he was a young man. While serving, he became best friends with Manuel Mones and they stayed close until my father’s death in 1988. Manuel and his wife Lydia were from Cuba and were amazing cooks. We being Southerners and accustomed to Southern cooking, always looked forward…
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Easy Black Beans and Rice
Black beans and rice is a staple in our home during the work week. It’s fast, easy and delicious! Serve it with a slice of cornbread for a complete meal. Directions: Saute seasoning blend, until tender. Add minced garlic, saute for 1 minute. Add sliced sausage & mushrooms, cook 3-5 minutes. Add black beans, salt,…
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Mardi Gras King Cake
History of the King Cake The holiday season has passed and winter is now a reality in Mobile and so is our Mardi Gras celebration. For nearly 300 years Mobilians have observed this pre-Lenten celebration which climaxes on Shrove Tuesday the day before Ash Wednesday on the Christian calendar. While originating in Mobile, Mardi Gras is too much…
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Lemon-Poppyseed Cake
I work in sales and every year for Christmas, I bake about 130 cakes for my customers. This means that beginning the week after Thanksgiving, I am baking 6-8 cakes a night. This is one of the recipes that I use — Directions: Combine first 6 ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Beat at medium…
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Pot Liquor Soup
When it is cold outside, this is by far my family’s favorite soup. Serve it with a good skillet of cornbread and you have a delicious, warming supper. Directions: Remove and discard stems and discolored spots from collards; rinse with cold water. Drain and tear into 1 inch pieces. Bring collards and water to cover…
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Easy Sweet and Sour Salad Dressing
This is the perfect salad dressing for our Orange Walnut Salad. Directions: Combine paprika, celery seed, dry mustard, salt, grated orange peel, grated onion, sugar, vegetable oil, and white vinegar in a jar. Cover and shake. Chill several hours shaking occasionally. photo: s.yume