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Great Gumbo!

Whenever my husband would visit New Orleans on business he would eat gumbo on a daily basis.  He was quite enamored with the dish.  I had never tried to make it before.  He helped, especially with the roux making (a little tricky).  I took 3 recipes and gave it the ole’ college try and it […]

Shrimp Scampi on the Barbie

I have cooked this dish many times in a wok on top of the stove, but the grill definitely enhances the flavor of the shrimp.  I actually use a wok with holes made for the grill to cook it in.  It is easier to toss the shrimp to make sure it is cooked evenly.  I […]

Creamy Dreamy Shrimp

This is a killer of a recipe and so easy!  The combination of the creamy mascarpone, wine, shrimp, and earthy mushrooms brightened by the spinach and topped off with the crispy salty prosciutto is a dish for special company!  Special hint . . . when transferring the mascarpone cheese from the tablespoon to the the […]