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Louisiana Or Bust!!!

My training is almost complete and we are so ready to begin phase II of this journey. We have had a great time in Mobile but are ready to head to Cajun country. The next 4 days are going to be packed with interesting and fun activities. It is going to be like a 4 day field trip.
For those of you that don’t know, our father is from Louisiana and we have family there. We don’t get to see them often and we cant wait to get there. Our family is so much fun and are the real deal. They are very Cajun and are hilarious. We can’t wait to introduce them to our readers. We are going to take lots of pictures, videos and notes. We are going to share some great recipes with you too. They are great cooks.

Our first stop will be in Cottonport which is a town in Avoyelles Parish, population about 2,500. There we will meet with the Moreau family. The Moreau family owns T Jim’s, a small unique Cajun Market. T Jim’s has been in business since 1964 and has been run by the same family since the beginning of time. This Cajun mart has been a family favorite since we were small children. It has been a family tradition to visit them each trip to stock up on our favorite Cajun groceries before heading back to South West Georgia. We will spend sometime with them learning about the history of their business, learning how they make Boudain and cracklings and tasting their wonderful food. We can’t wait!

Tip for the Day – Scallops

In the past, I have had a difficult time searing scallops. The problem was there was so much moisture that came from the scallops. I could not get them to turn that beautiful golden color. The problem was that I have been purchasing wet scallops. When you purchase scallops ask your seafood man if he has dry scallops. There is a difference between “dry” and ” wet” scallops. If they are wet they have been treated with Phosphates, which is a preservative. This makes the scallop weigh more. So you are paying extra for water. Go figure! When you try to sear them a lot of excess liquid is released and you do not get that caramelization. I have been able to find dry scallops at a local seafood market and Publix. Whole foods carry them as well. If you cannot find dry scallops, make sure you rinse scallops and pat them dry with a paper-towel before cooking. This will help some but it still is not as good as the dry scallops. Wet scallops are ok (if you cannot find dry scallops) to use in gumbos, stews, soups and chowders. If you are searing scallops, dry scallops are the only way to go.

Tip of the Day

Before you juice a lemon, put in the microwave for 15 seconds. You will be greatly surprised at how much more juice you will get.

On The Road to Everywhere!!

On The Road to Every Where…

As we travel upon this here open road it is utterly exhilarating. There is a slight chill in the air and dreary clouds that could convey the impression of a blue funk, but quite the contrary. To us it is extremely charming. Looking out over this admirable land and seeing all the artistry in all the farm land just makes you truly appreciate the beauty of the South.

With our windows slightly lowered and the cool breeze flowing in, listening to smooth sounds on the radio, can I tell you it doesn’t get much better than this?

We are enjoying our refreshments “Groceries” singing our songs, flapping our tongues and burning up the road to our next destination.

We have traveled this stretch of road for all of our lives going to Florida; but we have never actually took the time to observe all the quaint Mom & Pop places to stop and see! We took advantage of this opportunity to “stop and smell the roses”. We took pictures that normally just would pass us by. We met different people, stopped at a local fruit stand and bought some good ole boiled peanuts. We were just enjoying being in the moment.

We have escaped a part of our life that is “have to’s”. Today, as well as the rest of our Journey we will receive our license to do as we please.

Our next stop will be Pensacola, Florida where we will spend the evening chatting with my husband’s Grandmother Thelma and her friend Martha. Please stay tuned to hear all the great fun we have visiting with them!

Show Some Love with Chocolate Beignet’s!

Good Morning Grocery Lovers and Happy Valentines to all of you! Hope your day is filled with lots of LOVE and Happiness! You must show your love by making these Chocolate Beignet’s this morning! They are just so lovely for you and your sweetheart to share together!

Little Sissy’s Chocolate Beignet’s

Ingredients:
2 ½ tablespoons corn syrup
½ cup heavy whipping cream
8 ounces chopped milk chocolate chips
2 sheets puff pastry dough, thawed but still cool
1 egg
¾ cup powdered sugar

Directions:
Mix corn syrup and cream in a double boiler, bring to a boil. Put the chocolate chips in a bowl and pour hot cream on top. Stir chocolate until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator, stirring often, until firm, about 25 minutes. Meanwhile, line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. On a lightly floured surface roll each pastry dough sheet into a 12-in. square. Cut each square into 16 smaller squares and transfer to a lined baking sheet. In a bowl, lightly whisk egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Brush over the pastry squares. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of chocolate mixture into the center of each square. Fold 1 corner of each square over, making a triangle. Press edges to seal. Freeze for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 400 degrees and bake beignets until golden brown, about 15 minutes. Turn pan once during baking. Let cool for 5 – 7 minutes. Sift powdered sugar on top of beignets. Serve immediately.

The Journey Begins

On Tuesday we are hitting the road to begin our journey for our quest of ultimate surprises. This trip has been a long time in the making and it is finally upon us. We have spent countless hours dreaming and planning for this expedition and it is really going to happen. It has been a long time since the sisters have traveled alone, just the two of us. We have always had our families with us when we were traveling, but this time it will just be US! It is a little scary leaving our families and our animals behind, but we are sure they will manage reasonably well without us. I have only left my family two other times for this long and that was to go on a World Changers trip with my church. I cried the first night like a child; being so home sick. I pray this time I don’t have time to get home sick.

We have so many escapades planned, people to meet and places to see that the enthusiasm will keep us going throughout this entire journey! This Journey is truly a blessing for the sisters as well as our families.

We would like to ask a small favor from our wonderful friends and followers. Would you please say a special prayer for us during our travels that we may have a safe and auspicious journey? Also please pray that we may have protection, gain strength, understanding and knowledge throughout our travels. Oh, last but not least please pray that the Sisters do not kill each other!

We cannot wait to share all the pictures and stories with all of you and hope you will take a little time out of your day to check out all that we are up to!

Crock Pot Cajun Chili

With the chilly weather this weekend a great pot of Cajun Chili is what you need to warm your soul! Here is our recipe for Crock Pot Cajun Chili! This is an easy recipe and you can even make it the night before. It is better the next day. It is really lip smacking good! Hope you enjoy!

What you need

 1 lb of ground beef

1 lb ground pork

1 bell pepper (diced)

1 sweet onion (diced)

1 tablespoon minced garlic

2 tablespoons chili powder

2 teaspoons ground cumin 

2 cans of Rotel tomatoes

1 can of crushed tomatoes

1 can of pinto beans

1 can of black beans

1 can of dark red kidney beans

1 can of sweet whole kernel corn

2 teaspoons Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning

Dash of Louisiana Hot Sauce

2 cups shredded cheese

Chopped green onions (for garnish)

 What to do

First go ahead a turn you crock pot on to medium heat so it can get hot. In a skillet, cook beef and pork over medium heat add in onions, bell pepper and garlic cook until meat is no longer pink and veggies are tender; drain. Transfer to a slow cooker. Add the next ten ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4 hours. Garnish individual servings with cheese, green onions and sour cream if desired.

 

Cajun Crock Pot Chili

Cajun Crock Pot Chili

 

 

 

Andy’s Hot Wings

We made these this weekend and they were “GET IN MY BELLY GOOD”!
Andy’s Hot Wings

Ingredients:
4 – 4 ½ pounds chicken wings
Salt and pepper to taste
Slap ya Mama seasoning, to taste
Oil for frying
1 cup butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup Louisiana hot sauce
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce

In a large bowl season the chicken wings with salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning. Heat the oil to 375 degrees and place wings in fryer. Fry until chicken is cooked throughout, about 12 – 15 minutes. In a medium sauce pan melt butter and add garlic. Cook until garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes. Next add Louisiana hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer on low until wings are ready. Toss wings in sauce and serve with Gorgonzola dressing.

Gorgonzola Cheese Dressing

Ingredients:
1 cup regular mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
6 ounces gorgonzola cheese
1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon white pepper
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Directions:
Crumble the gorgonzola cheese, and mix all ingredients.

Super Bowl Recipes

I am going to be completely honest and tell you I have no idea who is playing in the super bowl and really don’t care to know. What I do know is that I will be cooking up some great apps to take over to my friend’s house. Every year my friend Marsha has a huge super bowl party and each guest brings something. There will be so much food there that it will be ridiculous. I can’t wait to see what everyone brings and get new recipes for our cookbook. If you haven’t decided what you are taking to your super bowl party, try one of these great recipe. Happy Super Bowl Day! Go Apps

Fiery Cajun Shrimp
Ingredients:
2 sticks butter melted
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Louisiana hot sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 lbs unpeeled medium shrimp
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Stir together the butter, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, black pepper, hot sauce, garlic and Cajun seasoning. Pour mixture into a large baking dish or pan. Add the shrimp and top with lemon slices. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring mixture twice, until shrimp are pink. Serve plenty of French bread for sopping up the spicy butter sauce.

Artichoke and Collard Green Dip
Ingredients:

4 tablespoons butter

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 shallot, chopped

2 (10-ounce) boxes collard greens, thawed and drained

2 cans artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

½ cup mayonnaise

½ cup sour cream

4 ounces cream cheese

1/2 cup shredded Pecorino Romano

2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

1/2 lemon, juiced

Dash hot sauce

Dash Worcestershire sauce

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and shallots and sauté until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in cheese until the cheese has melted. Add salt, pepper, lemon juice, hot sauce and Worcestershire. Fold in the collard greens and artichoke hearts.Add mixture to a casserole dish. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown

Fried Green Tomatoes
Ingredients:

Vegetable oil for frying

¾ cup all purpose flour

2 tablespoons milk

2 eggs

3 tablespoons Slap Ya Mama (Cajun seasoning)

2 cups Japanese bread crumbs (panko)

¼ cup parmesan cheese

4 – 5 medium green tomatoes

Kosher salt

Directions:

In a large, deep, heavy pan, heat the oil to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg and the milk together, making an egg wash. Slice the tomatoes into ½ -inch slices and lay on paper towels to dry and sprinkle with kosher salt. Sprinkle tomatoes with ½ teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Add parmesan cheese to panko crumbs. Dip the tomato slices into the flour, then egg wash and then panko parmesan cheese mixture on both sides. Carefully add to the hot oil and fry in the oil until golden brown, about 3 to 5 minutes. Serve hot and with dill mayo.

Dill Mayonnaise
Ingredients:

¾ cup mayonnaise

1½ tablespoon dried dill

¼ teaspoon Slap Ya Mama (Cajun seasoning)

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon lemon juice

Directions:

Combine all ingredients and serve on fried green tomatoes.

Sausage Balls
What you need!

1 lb Breakfast Sausage

12 oz grated Cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons Mayonaise

2 cups biscuit mix

2 teaspoons Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning

3 drops of Louisiana Hot Sauce

What to do:

Mix all ingredients thoroughly. Roll in small balls, bake on ungreased cookie sheet for 20 minutes at 350F or until sausage is brown.

These can be cooked ahead of time. Refrigerate, then heat in microwave for a couple of minutes when ready to serve.

Onion Puffs
1 small onion, diced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2/3 cup Parmesan cheese
1 egg yolk
Dash Louisiana Hot Sauce
Slap ya Mama, to taste
Loaf French bread

Preheat oven to 375 degrees
Mix the first 6 ingredients in a small bowl. Slice French bread. Spoon onion mixture onto bread slices. Bake for 13 – 15 minutes. Serve warm. These are super easy, yummy and inexpensive.

Dried Beef Dip or Creamy Smoked Salmon Dip
Posted on October 26, 2011 by amydupuymartin
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (8-ounce) container sour cream
¼ cup of mayo
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 (2-ounce) jars dried beef, chopped
½ cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Assorted crackers or bagel chips
Preparation

Beat first 5 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until blended; stir in beef, bell pepper, and onion. Spoon into a 2 1/2-quart baking dish;
Toast walnuts in microwave for 3 minutes with butter. Sprinkle nuts on top of dip. .
Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Serve immediately with crackers or bagel chips.
Creamy Smoked Salmon Dip: Substitute 4 ounces smoked salmon for dried beef, Omit chopped nuts.

Note- The dried beef is real salty. You can lightly rinse beef to reduce salt.

Blue Cheese Chips
Blue Cheese Chips
5 cups of Zapp’s Kettle Chips
½ cup of diced tomatoes, drained
½ cup of spring onions with tops, chopped
½ lb. of bacon, cooked and chopped (optional)
¾ cup of Blue cheese crumbles
Place chips on a pizza stone or baking sheet
Layer tomatoes, onions and blue cheese
Broil on high until cheese is melted approximately 2 – 3 minutes, watching carefully
Serve immediately

Beach Bread
Ingredients:

½ stick butter
1 clove garlic minced
¾ cup ripe tomatoes (drained)
Cajun seasoning (Slap ya Mama)
½ cup mayonnaise
¾ cup Colby & Monterey Jack Cheese (or any of your favorite cheese)
3 tablespoons fresh parsley
1 loaf French bread

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degree. In a large skillet melt butter over medium heat, add garlic and tomatoes and cook for a few minutes. Season with Slap ya Mama. In a bowl mix mayonnaise, cheese and parsley. Combine all ingredients. Cut loaf of bread in half and then cut bread lengthwise. Spoon mixture on bread and bake for 5 minutes and then broil for an additional 3- 5 minutes and watch closely. Cut bread into individual portions. You may use bread for dipping and sopping.

Fiery Cajun Shrimp
Ingredients:
2 sticks butter melted
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons Louisiana hot sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
2 lbs unpeeled medium shrimp
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 Tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400°F. Stir together the butter, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, black pepper, hot sauce, garlic and Cajun seasoning. Pour mixture into a large baking dish or pan. Add the shrimp and top with lemon slices. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring mixture twice, until shrimp are pink. Serve plenty of French bread for sopping up the spicy butter sauce.

Tempura Apples
Ingredients:

2 apples (your choice)
1 cup Tempura Batter
¾ cup ice water
1 teaspoon cinnamon, reserve ¾ teaspoon
¼ cup confectioner sugar
¼ granulated sugar
¼ dark brown sugar

Directions:
Heat oil 350 degrees. Core and slice each apple into 12 slices. Mix water, tempura batter and ¼ teaspoon of cinnamon together. Generously coat apple slices with tempura batter. Fry apples until golden brown on all sides. Remove with a slotted spatula and drain on a paper towel. Mix the 3 sugars and reserved cinnamon. Toss apples in sugar mixture and serve immediately.

Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
Ingredients:

2 ½ cups Swan Cake Flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 ¾ cup milk chocolate chips
1 cup finely diced walnuts or pecans

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375° F. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla extract in large mixing bowl until creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg. Slowly beat in flour mixture. Stir in chocolate morsels and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.

Sha Bam Wings
Ingredients:
2 pounds of chicken wings
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Vegetable oil for frying
2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning
¼ cup Thai sweet chili sauce
3 -5 drops hot chili sauce, just a few drops
Shredded lettuce
¼ cup of spring onion

Directions:
Heat the oil to 360 degrees. Season chicken wings with seasoning. Combine mayo, sweet chili sauce and hot chili sauce. Fry wings until done. Baste wings with sauce, place wings on bed of lettuce and top with spring onion.

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