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Shrimp Scampi, Cigars and Sous Chefs

I know there are people in the world who do not like shrimp. I am hoping that they are few and far between because, what’s not to like about shrimp? They are pretty. They are a nice color. They taste like the sea. They are a little sweet. They are a little crunchy. They go with lots of things…pasta, rice, risotto, steak, sour dough bread, spicy sauce, butter, garlic, and, of course, wine. And they are good all by themselves. You can also eat them hot or cold. They are truly versatile while being delicious . You can even eat them “cooked” in lime juice (ceviche), without any heat. Amazing little creatures.

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March 25, 2013March 26, 2013

Karen Schmautz18 Comments

Crab Cakes: A Primer for Eaties

Maryland Style Crab Cakes with Caper Garlic Aioli

“There is a saying in Baltimore that crabs may be prepared in fifty ways and that all of them are good.”- H. L. Mencken

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March 5, 2013March 7, 2013

Karen Schmautz28 Comments

Pulled Pork Sandwiches and Print Competitions

Yes!Chef! loves pork. Until he started cooking pork for me, I always turned up my nose at any mention of recipes that included pork. My experience with pork has been dried up meat that needed lots of barbecue sauce in order to be able to choke it down.

My mind has been changed with some of the recipes Y!C! has made…specifically the Pressure Cooker Carnitas Recipe and the Pulled Pork Recipe he made last summer. And now, he’s found a Pulled Pork Recipe that is more to his liking: spicy, sweet and no-creamy cole slaw.

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February 25, 2013February 26, 2013

Karen Schmautz16 Comments

Carnitas under Pressure

Oh how I loved this meal! I mean, really, really loved it. I want to have it at least once a month because I loved it so much.

What is it? Citrus flavored Pork Carnitas cooked with the amazing, marvelous pressure cooker.

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February 19, 2013January 20, 2019

Karen Schmautz95 Comments

Crock Pot Picadillo and a Cold Winter Day

Picadillo: ( “mince”) is a traditional dish in many Latin American countries and the Philippines (where it is known as giniling, and also Arroz a la Cubana) that is similar to hash. It is made with ground beef, tomatoes (tomato sauce may be used as a substitute), and other ingredients that vary by region. It is often served with rice or used as a filling in dishes such as tacos, savoury pastries or croquettes. The name comes from the Spanish word “picar,” which means “to mince” or “to chop”.

Well, now that we’ve cleared that little matter up…

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January 22, 2013January 25, 2013

Karen Schmautz14 Comments

Turkey Soup: It’s what’s for supper (and probably lunch)

I love soup…especially homemade soup. I think there is nothing more homey and comforting than soup. It makes the house smell good. It warms me up. It can be easily shared. It can be frozen for a later date. It’s economical. And, it gets better the next day. What more could you ask of food?