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Crawfish Alfredo

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It’s okay to get lost in this sauce….just in time for V-Day!!

My Crawfish Alfredo Recipe is bomb! Most of my best recipes are beautiful accidents. So, a little background on this dish. March 2016, my town and the surrounding areas were literally underwater. A massive flood! So, many lost homes, clothing, etc. But, thank God lives were spared! During this time, roads were closed, so I was trapped inside. Boredom led me to my kitchen, per usual, and this baby was born….


Keep in mind that short-cut extruded pastas like penne, rigatoni, and cavatappi absorb more sauce, so double this recipe if you’re using any of those. Oh and top with chopped green onions. Hope you try and like this!

Love, 

B. Coop

 

Easy Crawfish Alfredo
Serves 4
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Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
25 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 celery stalk
  2. 1/2 yellow onion
  3. 1/2 green bell pepper
  4. 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  5. 1 pound crawfish tails
  6. 2 tablespoons crushed garlic
  7. 2 teaspoons flour
  8. 2 1/2 cups half and half
  9. 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
  10. 1/2 cup shredded Romano cheese
  11. 2 tablespoons Liquid crab boil
  12. onion and garlic powder to taste
  13. Cajun spices
  14. 1 pound pasta your choice
  15. chopped green onions garnish
Instructions
  1. Finely chop veggies
  2. Melt butter and saute veggies
  3. Add garlic
  4. Sprinkle in flour and spices
  5. Stir well until flour dissolves into the butter
  6. Add in half and half
  7. Simmer until it starts to thicken; do not bring to a boil
  8. Add in cheese
  9. Season crawfish with cajun spices and liquid crab boil
  10. Add crawfish to the sauce
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning
  12. Serve over pasta
  13. Garnish and enjoy!!
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Crock Pot BBQ Meatballs

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Cookies, our month of slow cooking is coming to a close. Don’t frown! We’ll still break out the crock pot more than we did last year! But, we’re closing with a bang. Easy, bbq meatballs! Down here, everyone refers to them as “Swedish meatballs”. This has annoyed me forever! Swedish meatballs are a totally different animal. Well, recipe. See…

Easy, right? Told ya! And you can half, double, or triple this recipe to meet your needs. I’ll share my BBQ recipe with you at a later date. For now, use your favorite store bought bottle.

I HATE using the precooked meatballs in the bag. I have trust issues, so I season, roll, and cook my own. But, hey, if you’re in to that bag, buy the bag! Sometime about that texture I just don’t enjoy. 

Thanks for hanging with me this month! I appreciate all of the slow cooking recipe requests. Keep em coming!

Love,

B. Coop

Crock Pot BBQ Meatballs
Yields 50
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Meatballs
  1. 2 lbs lean ground beef or turkey
  2. 2 T cajun seasoning
  3. 1 T onion powder
  4. 1 tsp garlic powder
  5. 1 tsp Accent seasoning
  6. 2 T Worcestershire sauce
  7. 1 egg
  8. 3 T water
  9. 12 oz Grape jelly
  10. 12 oz BBQ sauce
  11. 1/2 sliced green bell pepper
  12. 1/2 sliced onion
  13. cooked meatballs (about 50)
Meatballs
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
  2. Season meat and roll into small balls
  3. Place in baking pan and bake 15-20 mins or until completely cooked
  4. Drain grease and set meatballs aside
  5. Mix jelly and BBQ together in the slow cooker
  6. Add in meatballs, peppers, and onions.
  7. Stir.
  8. Cover and cook on LOW 6 hrs or on HIGH 3-4 hrs
  9. Enjoy!
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Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas

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I’ve been craving steak! Very seasoned, juicy steak. Oh, and something simple, of course. Therefore, in honor of Taco Tuesday, I’m making steak fajitas. And, since we’re still observing Slow Cooking month, I’m doing it in my crockpot. Very, very easy, Cookies. You can even use store bought fajita meat and seasoning if you’d like. But, why would you when mine is better? Come on, nah!

See, EASY and flavor PACKED!!! Pile on your favorite toppings! Then serve with with soft, warm tortillas, or ditch the bread and put it all in a bowl like I do! Slow Cooking month is almost over! Send me your recipe requests!!

Love,

B. Coop

Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas
Serves 6
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Ingredients
  1. 2 lb thinly sliced flank or skirt steak
  2. 1 sliced onion
  3. 3 sliced bell peppers
  4. 2 minced garlic cloves
  5. 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  6. 8 ounces of salsa
  7. 1/2 a lime
Fajita seasoning
  1. 1/2 tsp chili powder
  2. 1 tsp onion powder
  3. 1 tsp cumin
  4. 1/2 tsp paprika
  5. 1 tsp brown sugar
  6. 2 tsp salt
  7. 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  8. 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
  1. Toss steak in Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and 1/2 fajitas seasoning
  2. Add half veggie mixture to the bottom of slow cooker
  3. Pour in the salsa
  4. Add in the steak and top with the remaining veggies and seasoning
  5. Squeeze in lime juice
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 HRS or on HIGH for 3 HRS
  7. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings
  8. Enjoy!
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Sweet Cornbread

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Taking a quick break from slow cooking recipes to make my dad his favorite…Sweet Cornbread! This man loves cornbread!! But, I’m making him work for it this time! He’s doing my voice over! 

 

This man is a character. But, this cornbread is easy and heavenly! It’ll be done in less time than it would take you to run out and grab a box of cornbread mix from the store. You can do it! So easy and completely homemade! Try it for yourself!

Oh, want to see more Pops? Check out the “Who’s Coop” tab.

Love, 

B. Coop

 

Sweet Cornbread
Serves 6
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Cook Time
25 min
Cook Time
25 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 cup cornmeal
  2. 1 cup self-rising flour
  3. 2/3 cup sugar
  4. 1 egg
  5. 1 cup milk
  6. 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  7. pinch of salt
  8. 2 T butter
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
  2. Mix all ingredients, excluding the butter, in a bowl.
  3. Pour into a buttered 9 inch cast iron skillet or oven safe pan
  4. Bake for 25 mins
  5. Rub butter over the top while hot
  6. Enjoy!
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Slow Cooker Chicken Pie Pot Soup

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Chicken Pot Pie just got real! And easy! The creaminess is pure comfort. Soooooo easy to make! Watch!

I’m enjoying this month of slow cooking. My poor slow cooker is all confused. Like, girl, when did you decide to put me to work! lol It’s making me lazy! Just throwing everything in one pot, putting on the lid, and going about my business has been a game changer for me. 

Feel free to use any veggies you’d like. Pearl onions, corn, green beans, hey, it’s your Crock pot! I hope you enjoy this one! And keep the recipe requests coming in!

Love, 

B. Coop

 

Slow Cooker Chicken Pie Pot Soup
Serves 5
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Ingredients
  1. 1 lb chicken breast cut into pieces
  2. 1/2 of an onion dice
  3. 22 oz can cream of chicken
  4. 1 10 oz can cream of chicken and mushroom
  5. 1/2 pint of heavy whipping cream
  6. 1/2 cup milk
  7. 1 cup sliced carrots
  8. 3 peeled and diced potatoes
  9. 2 celery stalks
  10. 1 pie crust sheet
  11. 2 tablespoons butter
Seasoning Blend
  1. 1 T Cajun seasoning
  2. 1 tsp Onion powder
  3. 1 tsp Garlic powder
  4. 1 T Accent seasoning
  5. 1 T thyme
Instructions
  1. Dice chicken breast and add to slow cooker
  2. Add in onion, soups, milk, cream, seasoning blend, and veggies (excluding peas)
  3. Cook on LOW for 6 hrs or on HIGH for 3 hrs
  4. Taste and season as needed
  5. Add in peas and cook for an additional 10-15 mins on HIGH
  6. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
  7. Brush crust with melted butter
  8. Bake crust for 20 mins.
  9. Enjoy!
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Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Chicken

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I’m over here excited! Just jubilant ya hear me?! Why you ask? Well, for one, I’m posting a second recipe this week! You guys know I’m NEVER this productive. And, most importantly, I’m beyond myself, because this chicken just blessed my soul! My WHOLE soul! Chile, you know I love a good sauce! But, Honey, this sauce right here?! Mannnnn….just try it!

I’m LOVING this slow cooking month! I hope you guys are finding these recipes helpful. This one has to be my new favorite. The sweet and tangy chicken will literally fall apart if you breathe on it. Okay, maybe I’m exaggerating, but it’s just good. lol

You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs and add some red pepper flakes for a little heat. Have it your way! But, definitely give it a try!

Love,
B. Coop

Slow Cooker Honey Bourbon Chicken
Serves 6
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Ingredients
  1. 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into 1 inch pieces)
  2. 1/2 green pepper (sliced)
  3. 1 T onion powder
  4. 1 T Accent seasoning
  5. 1 T minced garlic
  6. 1 tsp minced ginger
  7. 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  8. 1/2 cup ketchup
  9. 1 cup brown sugar
  10. 1/3 cup soy sauce
  11. 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  12. 3 T honey
  13. 1 T apple cider vinegar
To thicken
  1. 1 T cornstarch
  2. 1 T water
  3. green onions for garnish
Instructions
  1. Pat chicken dry well
  2. Season with onion powder and Accent
  3. Add green peppers and chicken to the slow cooker
  4. In a bowl, whisk all remaining ingredients together (Except green onions)
  5. Pour over chicken and peppers
  6. Cook on high for 3-4 hrs or on low 6-7 hrs
  7. Whisk cornstarch and water together
  8. Pour into the slow cooker and stir
  9. Garnish with green onions
  10. Serve with rice
  11. Enjoy!
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Slow Cooker Beef Stew

Beef, Soups
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Still rollin’ out these slow cooker recipes for my Cookies! Next up, Beef Stew. Correction: THE BEST BEEF STEW! No seriously! My beef stew recipe is like the Beyonce of beef stew recipes. Sooorrry! I ain’t sorry! Okay, stay focused Coop! Y’all know Bey triggers me. Back to the stew…

I’m often asked what’s my favorite thing to cook. This is it! I love, love, LOVE making stews. Just the combination of amazing flavor and tender meats with fresh veggies….ugh! I love it! I hope you will too! Oh! And this is a redo recipe. I posted a slow cooker beef stew recipe last year, but I wasn’t happy with it. I had to revisit it for you. And, this one is a winner! Praise the Lord! Okay, now go plug up the crock pot and get to cookin’!

Love, 

B. Coop

Slow Cooker Beef Stew
Serves 5
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Ingredients
  1. 1 chuck roast cut into 1 inch chunks
  2. 1 T olive or vegetable oil
  3. 1/2 diced onion
  4. 2-3 chopped celery stalks
  5. 3-4 peeled and chopped potatoes
  6. 1 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  7. 1/2 cup of flour
  8. 1 tsp each of onion and garlic powder
  9. 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  10. 1 tsp tomato paste
  11. 1/2 cup red wine
  12. 1 1/2 cup beef broth
  13. 2 sprigs of thyme
  14. salt and pepper to taste (of course I used Cajun seasoning instead)
Instructions
  1. Season beef and pour Worcestershire sauce evenly onto meat
  2. Toss beef in 1/3 cup of flour; shake off excess
  3. Heat oil in skillet and brown beef on both sides; 1 min per side. Brown in batches. Do not crowd the skillet.
  4. Remove and add to slow cooker
  5. Add in onions and a teaspoon more oil if necessary
  6. Once onions are translucent, sprinkle in the remaining flour and stir for 30 sec
  7. Add in tomato paste, stir.
  8. Pour in the red wine.
  9. Heat until it simmers and starts to thicken.
  10. Once all of the fond (brown bits at the bottom of the skillet) are loosened, pour mixture into the slow cooker
  11. Add the veggies, thyme, salt, pepper, and broth into the slow cooker.
  12. Cook on low for 8-10 hrs or on high for 4 hrs.
  13. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary
  14. Enjoy!
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Loaded Potato Soup Recipe (Slow Cooker Version Included)

Recipes, Soups
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So, Louisiana finally decided to have a winter! YAAAAAAY!!! Chile, I had to hurry up and make my soup for you before Summer returns next week. Seriously, we were wearing flip flops for Christmas. I can’t express how excited I am to make this Loaded Potato Soup for my Cookies! 

I’m challenging myself to give you guys slow cooker recipes this whole month! Yes, babies!! I’ve gotten your emails and messages for more “Crock pot recipes”. You know, I gotcha!

You can definitely use this recipe and make the soup on the stove for a shorter cooking time. Just make the roux, add in the liquids and potatoes, simmer for 25-30 mins, throw on some toppings, and ya done! This recipe is just plain simple. And the taste….lawwwwwd! Just make it and see for yourself. 

Love,

B. Coop

Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup
Serves 6
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Ingredients
  1. 4 cups (peeled and diced) potatoes
  2. 5 slices of bacon (chopped)
  3. 1/2 onion (diced)
  4. 4 cups chicken broth
  5. 1 cups milk
  6. 1/3 cup flour
  7. 1 T bacon grease
  8. 2 T butter
  9. 1 tsp each onion and garlic powder
  10. salt and pepper to taste
  11. 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar
Garnish
  1. bacon crumbles
  2. sour cream
  3. shredded cheese
  4. green onions or chives
Instructions
  1. Add potatoes, onions, broth, and spices to the slow cooker
  2. Stir well
  3. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hrs or on high for 4 hrs
  4. Fry bacon, remove, and put aside for garnish.
  5. Drain grease reserving about 1 T in pan
  6. Add butter and melt
  7. Whisk in flour
  8. Pour in milk and whisk to prevent clumping
  9. Heat until mixture begins to thicken
  10. Pour mixture into slow cooker and stir well
  11. Cover and cook on high for 20-30 mins
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary
  13. Add in 1 cup of cheese
  14. Stir and serves with toppings of choice
  15. Enjoy!
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Stove Top Version

Russet Potatoes are my favorite in this recipe. I prefer a chunky soup, so I opt to cut the potatoes in 1/2 inch chunks.
Bacon is the foundation of the flavor of this soup! Bacon grease is our friend! I used it to saute the onions and garlic. Then add a little butter for the roux.
My cheese of choice is New York Sharp Cheddar! But, use your favor cheddar. Always buy the block and shred it yourself. Much better results!
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Loaded Potato Soup Recipe

Servings 5 people

Ingredients

  • 4 large russet potatoes diced in 1/2 inch chunks
  • 6-8 slices of bacon chopped
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1 TBS minced garlic
  • 4 T butter
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning or Herbes de Provence
  • 1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chives or green onions to garnish

Instructions

  1. In a stockpot, add in the bacon pieces and fry
  2. Once the bacon is crisp, remove and drain it on paper towels; set aside
  3. Add the onions and sauté them in the bacon grease until translucent
  4. Add in garlic; sauté for 30 secs
  5. Toss in the butter and allow it to melt
  6. Whisk in the flour until it’s no longer visible; about 1 min
  7. Pour in the chicken broth, half & half, and milk
  8. Bring to a simmer
  9. Stir in the onion and garlic powders and Italian seasoning
  10. Carefully add in the diced potatoes
  11. Lower the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-15 mins or until the potatoes are fork tender. Stir often.
  12. Taste and add salt and pepper to as needed
  13. Stir in the cheese, sour cream, and 3/4 of the bacon
  14. When the cheese melts, turn off the heat.
  15. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Top each serving with the remaining bacon, sour cream, cheese, and chives

One Pot Lasagna

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I don’t know one human that dislikes lasagna. Not one. I mean, what’s not to love! Maybe the cooking process. A good hearty lasagna takes time. Ha! Lies. Let me prove it with this Lazy Lasagna! You only need one oven safe pot or skillet. I’m using this beautiful Dutch oven I got for Christmas. Thanks, sissy! I’m only making this, because I couldn’t wait to put this thing on the stove and in the oven. But, if you don’t have a Dutch oven, just use any ovenproof skillet. 

Now, I’m using my meat sauce, because it’s my favorite. However, it takes time to make. But, chile, it’s soooo worth it! If you don’t have the time just buy your favorite spaghetti sauce in jar. But, you should just make my sauce and freeze it for times like these. Just a suggestion. I’m here to help.

Also, ya girl doesn’t like ricotta. Or cottage cheese. But, if you do, add in some dollops of it before sprinkling on the cheese. This recipe is a hit! I actually prefer this version over the traditional way. Try it and I bet you will too!

Love, 

B. Coop

 

Lazy One Pot Lasagna
Serves 6
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Total Time
45 min
Total Time
45 min
Ingredients
  1. 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  2. 1/2 lb Italian sausage
  3. 1 T onion powder
  4. 1 T garlic powder
  5. 1 diced onion
  6. 1/2 bell pepper
  7. 1 garlic clove
  8. 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  9. 1 cup red wine
  10. 1 cup beef broth
  11. 2 T light brown sugar
  12. 8-10 lasagna noodles (broken in 3rds)
  13. 2 ounces cheddar cheese
  14. 4 ounces fresh mozzarella
  15. fresh basil and parmesan for serving
  16. salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
  2. Add meat to an oven ready skillet
  3. Season and brown
  4. Drain excess fat if necessary
  5. Add in onion and bell pepper and saute until tender
  6. Add garlic and saute for 30 seconds
  7. Pour in tomatoes, wine, brown sugar, and broth
  8. Simmer for 30 mins; uncovered
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning
  10. Add in lasagna noodles and stir
  11. Lower heat and cover; stir often to prevent sticking
  12. Allow to cook for 15-20 mins or until lasagna noodles are cooked
  13. Sprinkle on cheese and basil
  14. Bake for 15 mins or until cheese is melted
  15. Enjoy!
Notes
  1. Dollops of ricotta can be added before cheese. Be sure to use an oven safe skillet.
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Cream Cheese Poundcake

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Hey Cookies! Today, I had to bake a cake for someone. You already know my mood is wack! Because……COOP HATES BAKING!! But, I do it. I shared some clips on social media and you guys demanded this recipe. Of course, I give ya what ya want!

 

I had to be extra and pour a Praline coating on top. GOOD GOD!!!!! Sin. It’s just sinful! Make this!!!

 

Love,
B. Coop

 

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Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cake flour
  • 3 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 sticks salted butter softened
  • 8 oz Philadelphia cream cheese softened
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 T pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Don't preheat your oven.
  2. Make sure your butter and cream cheese are softened. Leave them out at room temp for a few hours
  3. In a bowl, use your mixer to blend the cream cheese, butter, and sugar well; 5 mins.
  4. Now, add in one egg at a time until all are incorporated. Mix well in between adding each one.
  5. Add in vanilla and mix
  6. Add in 2 cups of the flour
  7. Mix on low for 45 secs.
  8. Add in the last cup of flour and fold it in with a spoon or spatula by hand until the flour is no longer visible. (Try not to over mix.)
  9. Batter should be light and fluffy
  10. Pour into greased bundt pan

  11. Bake on 325 degrees F for 1 hour and 30 mins or until a toothpick insert in the middle of the cake comes out clean.

  12. Allow the cake to cool in the bundt pan for 25 mins before flipping it over onto your cake plate.
  13. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Use my microwave praline recipe and pour it on top of this cake after the cake cools if you're bout that life!

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