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Shrimp Creole
Ingredients 2 lbs. peeled and deveined shrimp or mixed seafood (frozen shrimp or seafood may be substutited but it should be thoroughly thawed and drained) 2 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 ribs of … Continue reading
Beans and Greens
Ingredients 1 bunch kale, stemmed and washed in two changes of water 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 carrot, chopped 1 rib celery, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 2/3 cups white beans (3/4 pound) … Continue reading
Jambalaya
Ingredients 2½–3 lbs boneless chicken, cut up 3 teaspoons salt ¼ teaspoon pepper 1 lb. smoked sausage 1 cup rice 32 oz. stewed tomatoes ¼ teaspoon garlic powder or crushed garlic ¼ teaspoon thyme cayenne pepper to taste (optional) Preparation … Continue reading
Bertucci’s in Old Town Alexandria
We enjoy eating at Bertucci’s wherever they are located. The food is always fresh and tasty. But we find ourselves often heading to the Bertucci’s in Old Town Alexandria at 725 King Street because they’re close and we can eat … Continue reading
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Grilled Swordfish with Couscous
I’ve always said that if swordfish is on the menu at a restaurant, I’ll order it! Swordfish has been a top-notch favorite of mine for as long as I can remember. There were some years in the 1970s or thereabouts … Continue reading
Serbian Beef
Ingredients 1 lb. beef (top/bottom, round), cubed 1 onion, chopped 2 cups, rice 4 cups, water or beef broth 1 cup grated parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons parsley 3 tomatoes (or 1 can tomatoes for cooking) 1 small can mushrooms ½ … Continue reading
Porcupine Meat Balls
Ingredients 1 can condensed tomato soup 1 lb. ground beef ¼cup uncooked rice 1 egg, slightly beaten ¼ cup minced onion 2 tablespoons minced parsley 1 teaspoon salt 1 small clove garlic, minced 1 tablespoon shortening 1 cup water Preparation … Continue reading
Stuffed Peppers
Ingredients ground beef (or other meat) chili sauce 1 egg (optional) ½ green pepper, chopped green pepper, whole Italian-seasoned bread crumbs garlic salt Preparation In bowl, mix ground beef, chili sauce (to moisten), egg, chopped onions, chopped green peppers, bread … Continue reading
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Johnny Mazolla
(pronounced: JON-ee ma-ZO-lee) Ingredients ground hamburger chopped onions garlic powder salt 1 can, tomato soup parmesan cheese macaroni, cooked Preparation Cook macaroni in boiling water. Drain. Place hamburger, chopped onions, garlic powder, and salt in pan. Brown hamburger. Drain fat. Combine … Continue reading
Turkey Florentine Roll-up
Also known as Boopie’s Birdie Bake! Ingredients 1 to 1½ lb. ground turkey ½ bag spinach, washed, and stems removed 12 oz. fresh mushrooms, washed and sliced olive oil salt pepper ½ cup bread crumbs garlic worcestershire sauce nutmeg Preparation … Continue reading
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BBQ Beef
Ingredients 3-4 lbs chuck roast 3 cups water ¼ cup soy sauce 20 oz. ketchup ½ cup brown sugar 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon dry mustard Preparation Put chuck roast, water, and soy sauce in … Continue reading
Rick’s Beef Stew (for clay cooker)
Ingredients 1¾ lbs cubed beef for stew 1½ cups of red wine ¼ cup brandy 4 stalks celery, cut up 3 turnips, cut up into cubes 1 tomato, cut up into cubes 2 carrots, cut up ½ large onion, cut … Continue reading
Beef (or Irish) Stew
A great dish to cook when it’s cold outside… or in any season due to its nutritious ingredients. Start with beef for Beef Stew or lamb for Irish Stew. Cook in your crock-pot! Core Ingredients 2 pounds of beef, cubed … Continue reading
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Shrimp Creole
Serves 3-4 Ingredients 1-1½ lbs medium-size fresh shrimp 2 tbsp corn, canola or vegetable oil ½ – ¾ cups water 1 small onion, chopped 1 bunch scallions, chopped ½ tsp minced garlic 1 bay leaf 1 tbsp tomato paste 1 … Continue reading
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Meat Loaf
Ingredients 1+ lb ground meat: any combination of beef, pork, veal, turkey, chicken Garlic salt Italian or plain bread crumbs 1/2 cup finely chopped onions 1/2 cup finely chopped green peppers 1/4 to 1/3 of a can of 8 oz … Continue reading
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Cassoulet Rapide
Ingredients 2 cups dried navy beans, rinsed and picked over 1 cup strong chicken stock 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped 1 bouquet garni: the following tied in a cheesecloth 8 parsley sprigs 3 garlic cloves 2 tablespoons thyme 4 whole … Continue reading
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Oven Swiss Steak
Ingredients 1 top sirloin or cut of top round steak, about 2 lbs 1 can Veg-all or can of mixed vegetables 1 small can tomato paste (or 1 can chopped tomatoes) 1 small can button mushrooms flour oil Preparation Line … Continue reading
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Jambalaya (traditional, no tomatoes)
Serves 8-10 Ingredients 1 fryer, cut up (2 lbs of seafood can be substituted) 1 lb smoked sausage (or other smoked meat) Vegetable, Canola or Corn Oil 4 cups uncooked white rice 4 cups water 1 onion (chopped) 1 bunch … Continue reading
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Chicken Pasta Salad
Ingredients 12 oz penne pasta 3 Tbs olive oil 1½ cups cooked chicken 2 small red and yellow peppers 1/3 cup pitted green olives 4 scallions, chopped 3 Tbs mayonnaise 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbs white wine vinegar salt … Continue reading
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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
Serves 6-8 Ingredients 1 stewing hen, cut up (fryer can be substituted) 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced 2 qts water 3–4 tbsp roux 1 large onion (chopped) 1 tsp minced garlic 1 bunch scallions (chopped) 2 bay leaves Gumbo filet … Continue reading
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