For the crust 2 cups finely chopped pecans 1 tablespoon granulated Splenda 6 tablespoon butter melted Filling 1 cup cream cheese softened 1 cup chilled sugar free sweetened condensed milk (recipe below) 1/2 cup fresh squeezed lime juice 2 tablespoons lime zest 1 cup heavy cream Homemade Sugar Free Sweetened Condensed Milk 2 1/2 cups heavy cream 1/4 cup butter 3/4 cup granulated Splenda With just a few substitutionsRead More →
Rhubarb and Strawberries are great right now. Use them fresh or prep for the freezer. Either way works. Sauce 2 Cups rhubarb washed and cut into small chunks 1 cup sliced strawberries 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon corn starch disolved in water PlaceRead More →
These sandwiches are far better than using frozen shrimp burger patties. Here’s what you’ll need for the Patties. 2 1/2 cups fresh or frozen tiny salad shrimp 1 large egg whipped 1/4 cup flour 1/4 cup stoneground cornmeal 1 green onion chopped salt and pepper water to thin if neededRead More →
This dish is quick, simple and delicious. Here’s all you’ll need. 1 package spinach tortellini olive oil and water 1/4 cup butter 8-10 sliced crimini mushrooms 1 small shallot sliced 1 roasted red pepper diced Fresh cut basil cut in tiny pieces. Stems removed. 3 pieces of crisp cooked baconRead More →
Salmon Croquettes remind me of home, childhood and my mama. I’ve tried to duplicate my mom’s croquettes, but admittedly they weren’t like hers. I think, finally, this version is pretty close. Tasty! Heres what you’ll need. 14.5 oz canned salmon (including liquid) 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon corn meal 1/3Read More →
Winner Winner!! Homemade Alfredo Sauce is quick and easy to make. It’s way better than jarred sauce. Heres what you’ll need. 1 bag 40 count cleaned and cooked shrimp 1 package Buitoni brand tortellini Olive oil Fresh ground sea salt Corse black pepper 1/4 teaspoon smokey paprika 1 cup heavyRead More →
Quick, easy and tasty! Quesadillas are so easy to make. Using an electric quesadilla maker makes the preparation easy and the quesadillas come out perfect with cutlines in place. if you don’t have a maker, you can use a cast iron skillet or crepe pan and brown one side atRead More →
3/4 cup sugar 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup orange juice 1 large egg 2 tablespoons butter, melted 2 tablespoons freshly grated orange zest 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Mix in a stand mixer all ingredients except pecans. Fold in pecans. Spray a loaf pan with non stick spray. Pour batter into pan and bake in a 350Read More →
This is a great way to use leftover pork loin roast. Chop leftover roast into tiny pieces. Add your favorite bbq sauce either bottled or homemade. I used bottled here but you can find my homemade sauce recipe at www.cooklikema.com. Heat meat and sauce in the microwave. For the shellRead More →
Tzatziki is a cucumber sauce that has Turkish, Middle Eastern origins. It is a great flavor enhancement with many dishes. This sandwich is just one if them, Tzatziki 1 medium cucumber grated 1 cup Greek yogurt Finely grated lemon zest from one lemon 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon choppedRead More →