Fish Almondine (Amandine)

April 13, 2024.Reading time 5 minutes.

Fish “almondine or amandine” is usually prepared with flounder, sole or trout. Pan sautéed, topped with sliced almonds browned in butter then finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon that adds just enough acidity to balance the butter and complement the light taste and texture of the mild fish. When you see this dish listed […]

Shrimp Scampi With Linguine

July 29, 2023.Reading time 7 minutes.

Shrimp scampi with linguine, a simple yet delicious pasta dish tossed with shrimp in a garlicky, lemon, white wine, butter sauce. It can be on the table in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion anytime of the year. Shrimp scampi has always been popular because of its delicious […]

Spicy Shrimp, New Orleans Style

October 24, 2021.Reading time 6 minutes.

Spend time in New Orleans and you are bound to hear about a spicy shrimp dish of large, head-on shrimp served in a garlicky, peppery butter sauce referred to as barbecue shrimp. Pascal’s Manale, one of the oldest restaurants in the city originally created this delicious but messy dish. Pascal’s Manale, founded in 1913, is […]

Buttery Lobster Risotto

September 26, 2021.Reading time 7 minutes.

Creamy risotto with chunks of buttery lobster is a restaurant quality meal that you can prepare at home. Whether making the risotto for a romantic dinner with your significant other or serving it as a starter at a dinner party, it’s a delicious recipe everyone will love. In Italy, risotto is a first course dish […]

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

July 4, 2021.Reading time 7 minutes.

Sometimes less is more, especially in the case of simple Mexican shrimp cocktail. The light and refreshing summer appetizer consists of poached shrimp marinated in a lime and spicy tomato juice base along with tomatoes, onions, celery, cilantro and creamy cubes of avocado that create fresh flavors similar to ceviche. I would call this appetizer a […]

Flounder Oreganata

July 19, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

If you have been hesitant about cooking fish, you can’t go wrong preparing crunchy breadcrumb and herb topped Flounder Oreganata. This Italian American favorite is quick and easy to prepare. Mix up the breadcrumb topping, place on the fish and bake until golden brown…as simple as that. The Oreganata crumb topping is also delicious on other […]

Deviled Crab, A Favorite Seafood Recipe

June 9, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

This easy to make deviled crab recipe needs to be part of your summer casual dining. Deviled crab, similar to crab cakes, is very popular in beachside towns along the Atlantic and Gulf Coast. Recipes are often passed down for generations and while the ingredients may vary from cook to cook, each version is delicious. Meat from […]

Salmon With Sorrel Sauce

February 2, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

Salmon With Sorrel Sauce is a legendary French dish that pairs a citrusy, creamy sauce with salmon. Sorrel, a tender acidic green herb, has a bright and slightly tart flavor, similar to a lemon or a sour green apple. It cuts both the richness of the sauce and the salmon just the way a white wine like […]

Vietnamese Style Shrimp Salad

January 23, 2017.Reading time 5 minutes.

This Vietnamese Style Shrimp Salad takes its inspiration from a Bahn Mi sandwich. While it has all the flavor of this famous street food, what is lacking is the bread or “bahn”. This colorful, crisp salad topped with spicy shrimp and crunchy peanuts is the perfect remedy for those of us who feel like we […]

Sea Scallops With Bacon Lardons On Creamy Corn Polenta

September 5, 2014.Reading time 6 minutes.

A very popular appetizer at parties and restaurants in New England is bacon wrapped sea scallops. While this is a delicious starter, I wanted the same flavors for an evening meal and created Pan Seared Sea Scallops With Bacon Lardons On Creamy Corn Polenta. Each bite of crisp, salty smoked bacon, tender sea scallops, and […]

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