Two awesome festivals are happening at the same time in Louisiana this weekend! The French Quarter Fest in New Orleans and the Strawberry Fest in Ponchatoula! Since, I OVER indulged at the French Quarter Fest yesterday, I’m posting my Strawberries Romanoff recipe in honor of the Strawberry Fest! This is my favorite thing to order…
Recipes
Garlic and Rosemary Beef Tips
The fridge is looking pretty bare. I HATE grocery shopping with a passion! No, seriously, I hate it more than baking. I didn’t plan on cooking today. I’m still in Birthday mode. By the way, thank you so much for all of the birthday love you’ve sent my way! I felt all special and whatnot.…
Berry Chantilly Cake
FINALLY another sweet recipe! And it’s my version of my absolute favorite Whole Food’s cake! The famous Berry Chantilly cake. Cookies, can I be honest? The thought of making this cake terrified me for DAYS! I’ve wanted to try to do it for soooo long. I finally mustered up the courage. And with MUCH prayer,…
Smothered Chicken and Homemade Gravy
I wasn’t planning to share a recipe today. But, when I cook I ALWAYS have you guys in mind! And if i’m cooking something that’s not on here yet, I whip out my camera! I try to give you allllll the goods, ya know? Ya welcome. Southern comfort at it’s finest! I only used boneless,…
Smothered Potatoes & Sausage in a Rice Cooker
Hey babes! Thought I’d share an easy and budget-friendly meal today! But, I have to let you in on a secret. I have NEVER cooked white rice on the stove. Ever. I’d be lost without my beloved rice cooker. It’s a blessing! And now, we can put stuff other than rice in the thing too?!…
Jambalaya
Laissez les bon temp rouler, Cookies! It’s carnival season in Louisiana and we’re excited! Mardi Gras is one week away! It’s one of the best times to be here in the Boot state! So much culture, lively spirits, love, and AMAZING FOOD! Which brings us to today’s recipe…Jambalaya! I wish I could have each of…
Shrimp, Crab, and Corn Bisque
I asked my Facebook Cookies if they wanted a Jambalaya or Bisque recipe this week. Bisque won hands down! So, here it is! Easier than you thought, right?? And it will taste even better the next day! I don’t use potatoes in this recipe. But, you can if you’d like. And please don’t use artificial…
Crawfish Alfredo
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…
Crock Pot BBQ Meatballs
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…
Slow Cooker Steak Fajitas
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.…