Fried Cabbage with Shrimp & Sausag

 

Fried Cabbage with Shrimp & Sausag

Ingredients:

- 1 small head of cabbage, chopped

- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined

- 1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 2 tbsp olive oil

- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

- Salt and pepper, to taste

- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

1️⃣ Cook the Sausage:

- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sliced sausage. Cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and crispy. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

2️⃣ Sauté the Shrimp:

- In the same skillet, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then add the shrimp. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked. Remove shrimp from the skillet and set aside.

3️⃣ Cook the Cabbage:

- Add the chopped cabbage to the skillet. Season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender but still slightly crisp.

4️⃣ Combine and Serve:

- Return the cooked sausage and shrimp to the skillet with the cabbage. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to ensure all ingredients are heated through.

5️⃣ Garnish:

- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Additional Information:

- Prep Time : 10 minutes

- Cook Time : 20 minutes

- Total Time : 30 minutes

- Calories : 350 kcal per serving

- Servings : 4 servings

This smoky, savory Fried Cabbage with Shrimp & Sausage is sure to be a hit for a cozy and flavorful dinner! 🥬🍤✨ See less

Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs

 Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs 😋🔥

These Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs are crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside! They’re the perfect way to use up leftover mashed potatoes for a delicious snack, appetizer, or side dish.

Ingredients:

2 cups mashed potatoes (leftover or freshly made)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 large eggs

1/4 cup milk

2 green onions, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with cupcake liners.

Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, eggs, milk, and chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.

Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crispy.

Cool & Serve: Let them cool for a few minutes before removing from the tin. Serve warm with sour cream, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce!

🍋 Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa 🍍🌶️

 

🍋 Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa 🍍🌶️

This Lemon Ginger Chicken with Pineapple Mango Salsa dish is bursting with fresh, zesty, and tropical flavors! Juicy chicken bites coated in a lemon-ginger glaze, served over creamy coconut rice, topped with a vibrant pineapple mango salsa, and finished with a drizzle of spicy mayo. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and spicy! 🌞✨

Ingredients:

Lemon Ginger Chicken:

1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗

1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated 🌿

Zest of 1 lemon 🍋

1/4 cup lemon juice 🍋

2 tbsp honey 🍯

1 tbsp soy sauce 🥄

1 tbsp olive oil 🌿

Salt & pepper to taste 🧂

Coconut Rice:

1 cup jasmine or basmati rice 🍚

1 cup coconut milk 🥥

1/2 cup water 💧

1/2 tsp salt 🧂

Pineapple Mango Salsa:

1/2 cup diced pineapple 🍍

1/2 cup diced mango 🥭

1/4 cup diced red onion 🧅

1 tbsp lime juice 🍋

Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional) 🌿

Salt & pepper to taste 🧂

Spicy Mayo:

1/4 cup mayonnaise 🍶

1-2 tsp sriracha (adjust for spice) 🌶️

1 tsp lime juice 🍋

Instructions:

Prepare the Coconut Rice: Rinse jasmine rice, then combine it with coconut milk, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender and infused with coconut flavor. 🍚🥥

Make the Lemon Ginger Glaze: In a small bowl, mix grated ginger, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and soy sauce. Set aside.

Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Pour the lemon ginger glaze over the chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the chicken. 🍗✨

Prepare the Pineapple Mango Salsa: In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, mango, red onion, lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to mix. 🥑🍍

Make the Spicy Mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth. Adjust spice level to taste. 🌶️🍶

Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of coconut rice, add the lemon ginger chicken, and top with pineapple mango salsa. Drizzle with spicy mayo and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for extra flavor. 🌿🍋

This tropical-inspired bowl is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy—a fresh and vibrant meal that’s sure to satisfy! 🌴💥

Seafood Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce

 

Seafood Garlic Butter Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

- ½ cup unsalted butter

- 4 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon lemon juice

- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)

- ¼ teaspoon black pepper

- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)

Directions

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

3. Stir in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using.

4. Simmer for another minute, stirring occasionally.

5. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley.

6. Serve warm as a dipping sauce for crab legs, shrimp, lobster, or other seafood.

Storage Information

- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

- Reheat gently over low heat before serving.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: About ½ cup

Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls

 

Banana Bread Cinnamon Rolls 

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

1 cup warm milk

2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup melted unsalted butter

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon salt

4 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup mashed banana (about 2-3 medium bananas)

For the Filling:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons ground cinnamon

1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

For the Icing:

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions:

In a large bowl, mix warm milk with yeast and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Add melted butter, eggs, salt, and mashed banana. Mix well.

Gradually add flour, stirring until the dough comes together. Knead on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

For the filling, combine butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.

Roll out dough on a floured surface into a 20x14-inch rectangle. Spread the filling over the dough and sprinkle with walnuts, if using.

Roll up tightly from the long side. Cut into 12 rolls and place in a greased baking dish.

Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

For the icing, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Spread over warm rolls.

Prep Time: 2 hours | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes

Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 12 servings

Parmesan Garlic Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna

 

Parmesan Garlic Turkey Bacon Cheeseburger Lasagna 

Ingredients:

    12 lasagna noodles, cooked

    1 lb ground beef

    4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled

    1 small onion, diced

    2 cloves garlic, minced

    1 tsp salt

    1/2 tsp black pepper

    1/2 tsp paprika

    1 cup marinara sauce

    1/2 cup ketchup

    1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

    1 tsp garlic powder

    1 tsp Italian seasoning

    1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

    1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

    1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    1 cup ricotta cheese

    1 egg

    1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

    Cook beef in a skillet over medium heat, adding diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until beef is browned, then drain excess fat.

    Stir in marinara sauce, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.

    In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, egg, Parmesan, and half the parsley.

    Assemble the lasagna:

        Spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.

        Add a layer of cooked lasagna noodles.

        Spread a layer of ricotta mixture, followed by a layer of meat sauce.

        Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese.

        Repeat layers, finishing with cheese on top.

    Sprinkle crumbled turkey bacon over the top layer.

    Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden and bubbly.

    Let it rest for 10 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 20 min | Cooking Time: 40 min | Total Time: 1 hr

Kcal: ~500 per serving | Servings: 8

Bacon Cheeseburger Garlic Bombs

Bacon Cheeseburger Garlic Bombs

🍔 Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef 🍖

12 slices of bacon 🥓

1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 🧀

1/4 cup garlic butter 🧄🧈

12 small dough balls (store-bought or homemade) 🍞

Salt and pepper to taste 🧂

🍳 Instructions:

Cook ground beef with salt and pepper until browned, then stir in shredded cheddar cheese.

Flatten each dough ball and place a spoonful of beef mixture in the center. Fold dough over to seal.

Wrap each bomb with a slice of bacon, brushing with garlic butter.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bacon is crispy.

Serve hot and enjoy the cheesy, garlicky goodness!