Cajun Fried Rice

Cajun Fried Rice

Here we are at the beginning of February and Mardi Gras is coming up – that’s a great reminder to make a dish with a bit of heat and a bit of spice to ward off the winter blues. A dish like this Cajun Fried Rice with Pulled Pork.

Cajun Fried Rice with Pork Shoulder

Cajun Fried Rice with Pork Shoulder

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Sheet Tray Hasselback Smoked Sausage

Sheet Tray Hasselback Smoked Sausage

Sheet Tray Hasselback Smoked Sausage is the kind of quickie, low-effort meal that’s really a “back pocket” recipe. If you’re not familiar with the term back pocket, it’s a recipe that’s easy enough to memorize that you can “pull off” at pretty much a moment’s notice, especially if it can be riffed on with what’s in the fridge and/or freezer or pantry.

Sheet Tray Hasselback Smoked Sausage

Sheet Tray Hasselback Smoked Sausage – going in to the oven.

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Spanish Shrimp & Chorizo

Spanish Shrimp & Chorizo

I can’t say Spanish Shrimp & Chorizo is the most frugal dish, but if you follow some of the shopping tips below, it won’t break the bank. Even though, it’s a bit of a splurge but a splurge that is so worth it! My gosh, you’ll feel like you’re eating like a king – or a queen!

Spanish Shrimp & Chorizo

Spanish Shrimp & Chorizo

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Bratwurst Bangers with Onion Gravy

Bratwurst Bangers with Onion Gravy

Try as I might I just couldn’t seem to get this recipe for Bratwurst Bangers with Onion Gravy out before St. Paddy’s day, although this was our early “celebration” dinner. Well, maybe you’re celebrating over the weekend or maybe you just want this comfort food any time of the year! I vote for any time for this easy pub-style meal!

Bratwurst Bangers with Onion Gravy

Bratwurst Bangers wih Onion Gravy

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