A classic roux is the thickening agent for this traditional Cajun-style gumbo made rich and hearty with chicken, sausage, onions, bell peppers, celery, garlic, and lively seasonings.
This boiled dumpling is made with suet, currants and raisins and spiced with mixed spice and a hint of molasses. 'Clootie' comes from the Scottish for 'little cloth'.
Zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and corn are lightly pan-fried in olive oil and butter and topped with Monterey Jack cheese for a delightful side dish in this recipe.
So fast and easy to prepare, these shrimp are bound to be the hit of the barbeque. And, weather not permitting, they work great under the broiler, too.
Delicious white bean chili. Cha Cha says: 'It's kinda spicy, so watch out!' Substitute mild green chiles for the jalapenos if you're scared! Use more chicken and cheese as desired.
Ground beef and a package of frozen vegetables are your two main shopping list items for this quick-to-make soup. A hearty stock is provided by tomato sauce, dry onion soup mix, and a teaspoon of white sugar.
These stuffed lasagna noodles really hit the spot. Garnish with chopped parsley or sliced green onions. Serve with a tossed salad, warm garlic bread, and a white zinfandel for a superb meal. You can use fresh, frozen or canned peas for this recipe.
This pasta salad - made with Provolone, salami, pepperoni, bell peppers, and black olives tossed with fusili pasta and Italian salad dressing - is very easy to make, AND can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
Lemon zest and mascarpone are stuffed into thick white bread slices, dipped in batter, pan fried, and smothered in fresh peach sauce. This recipe is great for breakfast and fancy enough for dessert.