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Monday, August 31, 2015

szechwan shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

lemon ginger shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 9
  • 3 pounds jumbo shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger root
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • skewers

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 6 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 30 mins

  • in a blender or food processor, process the olive oil, sesame oil, lemon juice, onion, garlic, ginger, cilantro, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. reserve a small amount for basting. pour the remaining mixture into a dish, add shrimp, and stir to coat. cover, and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • preheat grill for medium heat. thread shrimp skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. discard marinade.
  • lightly oil grill grate. grill shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque. baste with reserved sauce while cooking.

marinated grilled shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons red vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 pounds fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • skewers

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 6 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • in a large bowl, stir together the garlic, olive oil, tomato sauce, and red vinegar. season with basil, salt, and cayenne pepper. add shrimp to the bowl, and stir until evenly coated. cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, stirring once or twice.
  • preheat grill for medium heat. thread shrimp skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. discard marinade.
  • lightly oil grill grate. cook shrimp on preheated grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until opaque.

grilled marinated shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined with tails attached
  • skewers

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 40 mins

  • in a mixing bowl, mix together olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, tomato paste, oregano, salt, and black pepper. reserve a small amount for basting later. pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag with shrimp. seal, and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  • preheat grill for medium-low heat. thread shrimp skewers, piercing once near the tail and once near the head. discard marinade.
  • lightly oil grill grate. cook shrimp for 5 minutes per side, or until opaque, basting frequently with reserved marinade.

shrimp scampi cheesecake appetizer

Ingredients

  • Servings: 12
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 6 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 shells puff pastry, baked
  • 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 16 ounces smoked gouda, grated
  • 2 teaspoons salt

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 10 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • in a large skillet over medium-low heat, warm oil and saute onions and garlic until onions are translucent; set aside to cool. when cool, pour off liquid reserving garlic.
  • cut shrimp into 1/2 inch pieces, reserving 12 uncut for garnish. in a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter and add reserved garlic and all shrimp; cook shrimp for 2 to 4 minutes or until done.
  • remove center circle and a small portion of inside of cooled puff pastry shells.
  • in a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy; add one egg at a time and beat until well mixed. add cream, gouda, onions, shrimp and salt.
  • spoon filling into puff pastry shells.
  • bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is browned on top. garnish with whole shrimp and chopped chives; serve.

shrimp i

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced onion
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 fresh red chile pepper (optional)
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 2 pounds medium shrimp - peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 40 mins

  • in a dry frying pan, heat flour; stirring constantly over medium heat about five minutes or until brown. mix butter or margarine into browned flour. stir in tomato paste, onion, salt, chile pepper, stock, bay leaves, thyme, and parsley. simmer for approximately twenty minutes.
  • add shrimp; cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until shrimp have all turned pink.

Sunday, August 30, 2015

Mee Goreng

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 red onions, chopped
  • 1 potato, cut into cubes
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 2 tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 fresh red chile pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 cup peas
  • 1/2 cup diced carrot
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chili sauce
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 1 (16 ounce) package fresh egg noodles, cut into short strands

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Ready Time: 45 mins

  • heat the oil in a large, deep skillet or wok over medium heat; cook the onions in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. add the potato, soy sauce, and water; simmer until the potatoes are nearly cooked through, about 15 minutes. stir the chicken, tomatoes, chile pepper, peas, carrot, corn, tomato sauce, chili sauce, and eggs into the mixture; toss to combine. cook and stir until heated through, about 10 minutes. add the noodles and continue cooking until the noodles soften, 2 to 3 minutes more. serve hot.

Shrimp And Okra Gumbo

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 2 pounds medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cayenne pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 pounds chopped okra
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 12 cups water
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs

    Ready Time: 2 hrs 15 mins

  • season the shrimp with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste and set aside. heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. add the okra and saute for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. add the tomato paste, tomato, onion, garlic, celery and green bell pepper and saute for 15 more minutes.
  • add the water and season to taste. bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes. add the shrimp and simmer for 20 more minutes. finally, add the green onion to the soup and stir thoroughly.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Margarita Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons tequila
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 bamboo skewers, soaked in water for 20 minutes

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • stir shrimp, olive oil, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, tequila, cayenne pepper, and salt together in a bowl. cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate shrimp in marinade for 30 minutes.
  • preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • remove shrimp from bowl and thread onto skewers; discard marinade.
  • cook on the preheated grill until shrimp turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Seafood Salad Iii

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons skim milk
  • 1 cup imitation crabmeat, flaked
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped green bell pepper

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins

  • in a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sugar, salt, vinegar and milk. add the crabmeat, celery and green pepper and stir until evenly combined. refrigerate until ready to use.

Saturday, August 29, 2015

Orzo And Shrimp Salad With Asparagus

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 12 extra-large shrimp
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 quarts water
  • 8 ounces orzo pasta
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey mustard
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 2 hrs 40 mins

  • peel shrimp, reserving the shells. in a skillet over medium heat, cook the garlic and shrimp in 2 tablespoons of olive oil, stirring frequently to keep the garlic from browning. when shrimp are cooked through, remove from heat, cool and cut into 1/2-inch pieces.
  • bring water to a boil in a dutch oven over high heat. add shrimp shells, boil for 5 minutes, then strain out shells and discard. stir in the orzo and cook for 5 minutes. stir in the asparagus pieces and continue cooking until the pasta is al dente, about 4 minutes. drain into a mesh sieve, and rinse in cold water.
  • toss pasta and asparagus with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, shrimp, and green onions until evenly coated. in a separate bowl, whisk the vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, and basil until incorporated. pour over pasta mixture and toss well; season to taste with salt and pepper. chill for 2 hours.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Arlene's Shrimp Dip

Ingredients

  • Servings: 1
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) can small shrimp, drained
  • 3 tablespoons creamy salad dressing, e.g. miracle whip ™
  • 1 tablespoon minced onion
  • 1/8 teaspoon curry powder
  • paprika

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 1 hr

  • in a medium bowl, place the small shrimp. mash with a fork. mix in creamy salad dressing, e.g. miracle whip ™, curry powder and onion. thoroughly blend. garnish with paprika. cover and chill in the refrigerator at least 45 minutes before serving.

Chinese New Year Turnip Cake

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces chinese dried mushrooms, soaked overnight in water
  • 1/3 cup dried shrimp, soaked in water overnight and drained
  • 1 pound lamb sausage, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 slices fresh ginger root
  • 3 turnips, shredded
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chinese five-spice powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 tablespoon ground pepper
  • 2/3 pound rice flour

Recipe

  • heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. add mushrooms, shrimp and sausages and saute for 1/2 minute. remove from skillet and set aside. heat 1 more tablespoon oil in wok/skillet. add ginger and saute a bit. add shredded turnips and stir fry for about 3 minutes (do not remove turnip water). add 5-spice powder, salt, chicken bouillon and pepper and toss all together until evenly distributed. extract ginger slices from mixture.
  • turn off heat. top turnip mixture with rice flour and use chopsticks to toss and mix flour in evenly. add reserved sausage mixture and toss to mix in. remove mixture from wok/skillet and place into a 9x2 inch deep round cake pan.
  • clean wok/skillet, fill with water and bring to a boil. place cake pan on a round wire rack over boiling water. reduce heat to low and let simmer, steaming cake 'batter', for 45 minutes. (note: you can also use a large bamboo steamer if you have one). when 'cake' is steamed through, slice into pieces and serve hot or cool on wire rack before covering tightly with plastic wrap and placing in refrigerator to chill.

Chinese New Year Turnip Cake

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 8 ounces chinese dried mushrooms, soaked overnight in water
  • 1/3 cup dried shrimp, soaked in water overnight and drained
  • 1 pound lamb sausage, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 slices fresh ginger root
  • 3 turnips, shredded
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons chinese five-spice powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 tablespoon ground pepper
  • 2/3 pound rice flour

Recipe

  • heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. add mushrooms, shrimp and sausages and saute for 1/2 minute. remove from skillet and set aside. heat 1 more tablespoon oil in wok/skillet. add ginger and saute a bit. add shredded turnips and stir fry for about 3 minutes (do not remove turnip water). add 5-spice powder, salt, chicken bouillon and pepper and toss all together until evenly distributed. extract ginger slices from mixture.
  • turn off heat. top turnip mixture with rice flour and use chopsticks to toss and mix flour in evenly. add reserved sausage mixture and toss to mix in. remove mixture from wok/skillet and place into a 9x2 inch deep round cake pan.
  • clean wok/skillet, fill with water and bring to a boil. place cake pan on a round wire rack over boiling water. reduce heat to low and let simmer, steaming cake 'batter', for 45 minutes. (note: you can also use a large bamboo steamer if you have one). when 'cake' is steamed through, slice into pieces and serve hot or cool on wire rack before covering tightly with plastic wrap and placing in refrigerator to chill.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Layered Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar cocktail sauce
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 (10 ounce) package thin wheat crackers

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • on a large dinner plate, spread cream cheese to edge of plate. the cheese should be spread to about a 1/4 inch to 1/3 inch thickness. pour cocktail sauce in center of plate, leaving a 1-inch ring around the edge of cream cheese. make a pile of the shrimp by covering the cocktail sauce.
  • arrange crackers by sticking them standing up into the cream cheese ring around the edge. place them tight like dominos around the entire plate.

Layered Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 10
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar cocktail sauce
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 (10 ounce) package thin wheat crackers

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • on a large dinner plate, spread cream cheese to edge of plate. the cheese should be spread to about a 1/4 inch to 1/3 inch thickness. pour cocktail sauce in center of plate, leaving a 1-inch ring around the edge of cream cheese. make a pile of the shrimp by covering the cocktail sauce.
  • arrange crackers by sticking them standing up into the cream cheese ring around the edge. place them tight like dominos around the entire plate.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Friday, August 28, 2015

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Japanese Shrimp Sauce

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic juice
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins

  • whisk mayonnaise, water, sugar, paprika, garlic juice, ketchup, ground ginger, hot pepper sauce, ground mustard, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

Japanese Shrimp Sauce

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 2 cups mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic juice
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 5 mins

  • whisk mayonnaise, water, sugar, paprika, garlic juice, ketchup, ground ginger, hot pepper sauce, ground mustard, salt, and pepper together in a bowl.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Spanish Cod

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 15 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped green olives
  • 1/4 cup deli marinated italian vegetable salad, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 6 (4 ounce) fillets cod fillets

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook and stir onions and garlic until onions are slightly tender, being careful not to burn the garlic. add tomato sauce and cherry tomatoes, and bring to a simmer. stir in green olives and marinated vegetables, and season with black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika. cook fillets in sauce over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork. serve immediately.

Spanish Cod

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 15 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped green olives
  • 1/4 cup deli marinated italian vegetable salad, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 6 (4 ounce) fillets cod fillets

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook and stir onions and garlic until onions are slightly tender, being careful not to burn the garlic. add tomato sauce and cherry tomatoes, and bring to a simmer. stir in green olives and marinated vegetables, and season with black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika. cook fillets in sauce over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork. serve immediately.

Seafood Cioppino

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 fresh red chile pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 pinch paprika
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup wine
  • 1 (10 ounce) can minced clams, drained with juice reserved
  • 25 mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 25 shrimp
  • 10 ounces scallops
  • 1 pound cod fillets, cubed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins

    Ready Time: 2 hrs 45 mins

  • in a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil, and saute the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and chile pepper until tender. add parsley, salt and pepper, basil, oregano, thyme, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, paprika, cayenne pepper, and juice from the clams. stir well, reduce heat, and simmer 1 to 2 hours, adding wine a little at a time.
  • about 10 minutes before serving, add clams, mussels, prawns, scallops, and cod. turn the heat up slightly and stir. when the seafood is cooked through (the mussels will have opened, the prawns turned pink, and the cod will be flaky) serve your delicious cioppino.

Seafood Cioppino

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 fresh red chile pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 pinch paprika
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup wine
  • 1 (10 ounce) can minced clams, drained with juice reserved
  • 25 mussels, cleaned and debearded
  • 25 shrimp
  • 10 ounces scallops
  • 1 pound cod fillets, cubed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 2 hrs 15 mins

    Ready Time: 2 hrs 45 mins

  • in a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil, and saute the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and chile pepper until tender. add parsley, salt and pepper, basil, oregano, thyme, tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, paprika, cayenne pepper, and juice from the clams. stir well, reduce heat, and simmer 1 to 2 hours, adding wine a little at a time.
  • about 10 minutes before serving, add clams, mussels, prawns, scallops, and cod. turn the heat up slightly and stir. when the seafood is cooked through (the mussels will have opened, the prawns turned pink, and the cod will be flaky) serve your delicious cioppino.

Spanish Cod

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 15 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped green olives
  • 1/4 cup deli marinated italian vegetable salad, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 6 (4 ounce) fillets cod fillets

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook and stir onions and garlic until onions are slightly tender, being careful not to burn the garlic. add tomato sauce and cherry tomatoes, and bring to a simmer. stir in green olives and marinated vegetables, and season with black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika. cook fillets in sauce over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork. serve immediately.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Linguine Pasta With Shrimp And Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup dry wine
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. stir in the garlic; cook 2 minutes. add the tomatoes, and wine. bring to a simmer and cook 30 minutes, stirring frequently. once the tomatoes have simmered into a sauce, stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper.
  • fill a large pot with lightly-salted water; bring to a rolling boil; stir in the linguine and return to a boil. cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • season the shrimp with the cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in the shrimp and cook until pink on the outside and no longer translucent in the center, about 5 minutes. stir the shrimp into the pasta sauce, then stir the sauce into the linguine to serve.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Thursday, August 27, 2015

Primo Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • Servings: 16
  • salad:
  • 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped (reserve marinade)
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham
  • 1/2 cup diced cooked shrimp
  • 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup small cheddar cheese cubes
  • 1/2 cup small monterey jack cheese cubes
  • 1/3 cup diced dill pickle
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
  • dressing:
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix, or to taste (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as tabasco®), or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 55 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. rinse with cold water until completely cooled; drain.
  • mix pasta, eggs, artichoke hearts, celery, bell pepper, onion, ham, shrimp, peas, cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, pickle, and olive together in a large bowl.
  • whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, ranch dressing mix, mustard, and hot pepper sauce together in a separate bowl; season with salt and black pepper.
  • drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator 3 hours to overnight. stir enough of the reserved artichoke marinade into the salad so it is just moistened before serving.

Spanish-style Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 unpeeled potatoes, diced
  • 1 leek, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 5 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as tabasco®) (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. cook the potatoes until just starting to turn tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. stir in leek and garlic; cook until the parts of the leek are translucent, about 5 more minutes.
  • in a bowl, beat together eggs and milk until well combined. stir the shrimp into the skillet with the potatoes and leek, then pour the egg mixture into the skillet. reduce heat to medium-low, and cook gently, stirring the eggs frequently, until the curds of egg are almost dry and the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. sprinkle with hot pepper sauce to serve.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Spanish Cod

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 15 cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup chopped green olives
  • 1/4 cup deli marinated italian vegetable salad, drained and coarsely chopped
  • 1 dash black pepper
  • 1 dash cayenne pepper
  • 1 dash paprika
  • 6 (4 ounce) fillets cod fillets

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. cook and stir onions and garlic until onions are slightly tender, being careful not to burn the garlic. add tomato sauce and cherry tomatoes, and bring to a simmer. stir in green olives and marinated vegetables, and season with black pepper, cayenne pepper, and paprika. cook fillets in sauce over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork. serve immediately.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Linguine Pasta With Shrimp And Tomatoes

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup dry wine
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 (16 ounce) package linguine pasta
  • 1 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp
  • 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Ready Time: 55 mins

  • heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. stir in the garlic; cook 2 minutes. add the tomatoes, and wine. bring to a simmer and cook 30 minutes, stirring frequently. once the tomatoes have simmered into a sauce, stir in the butter and season with salt and pepper.
  • fill a large pot with lightly-salted water; bring to a rolling boil; stir in the linguine and return to a boil. cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • season the shrimp with the cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in the shrimp and cook until pink on the outside and no longer translucent in the center, about 5 minutes. stir the shrimp into the pasta sauce, then stir the sauce into the linguine to serve.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Spanish-style Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients

  • Servings: 2
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 unpeeled potatoes, diced
  • 1 leek, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, chopped
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 tablespoons milk
  • 5 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as tabasco®) (optional)

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Ready Time: 35 mins

  • heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. cook the potatoes until just starting to turn tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. stir in leek and garlic; cook until the parts of the leek are translucent, about 5 more minutes.
  • in a bowl, beat together eggs and milk until well combined. stir the shrimp into the skillet with the potatoes and leek, then pour the egg mixture into the skillet. reduce heat to medium-low, and cook gently, stirring the eggs frequently, until the curds of egg are almost dry and the shrimp are pink and opaque, about 3 minutes. sprinkle with hot pepper sauce to serve.

Primo Pasta Salad

Ingredients

  • Servings: 16
  • salad:
  • 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta
  • 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped (reserve marinade)
  • 1/2 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red onion
  • 1/2 cup diced fully cooked ham
  • 1/2 cup diced cooked shrimp
  • 1/2 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 1/2 cup small cheddar cheese cubes
  • 1/2 cup small monterey jack cheese cubes
  • 1/3 cup diced dill pickle
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
  • dressing:
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix, or to taste (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce (such as tabasco®), or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 3 hrs 55 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; cook the rotini at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes; drain. rinse with cold water until completely cooled; drain.
  • mix pasta, eggs, artichoke hearts, celery, bell pepper, onion, ham, shrimp, peas, cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese, pickle, and olive together in a large bowl.
  • whisk sour cream, mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, ranch dressing mix, mustard, and hot pepper sauce together in a separate bowl; season with salt and black pepper.
  • drizzle dressing over salad and toss to coat. cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill in refrigerator 3 hours to overnight. stir enough of the reserved artichoke marinade into the salad so it is just moistened before serving.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Cajun Seafood Pasta

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 cup shredded swiss cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound dry fettuccine pasta

Recipe

  • cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente.
  • meanwhile, pour cream into large skillet. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until just about boiling. reduce heat, and add herbs, salt, peppers, onions, and parsley. simmer 7 to 8 minutes, or until thickened.
  • stir in seafood, cooking until shrimp is no longer transparent. stir in cheeses, blending well.
  • drain pasta. serve sauce over noodles.

Baked Seafood Au Gratin

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup butter, divided
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 pound fresh crabmeat
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound small scallops
  • 1/2 pound flounder fillets
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon distilled vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins

  • in a heavy skillet, saute the onion and the pepper in 1/2 cup of butter. cook until tender. mix in 1/2 cup of the flour, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in crabmeat, remove from heat, and set aside.
  • in a large dutch oven, bring the water to a boil. add the shrimp, scallops, and flounder, and simmer for 3 minutes. drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid, and set the seafood aside.
  • in a heavy saucepan, melt the remaining 1/2 cup butter over low heat. stir in remaining 1/2 cup flour. cook and stir constantly for 1 minute. gradually add the milk plus the 1 cup reserved cooking liquid. raise heat to medium; cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly. mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. stir in cooked seafood.
  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease one 9x13 inch baking dish. press crabmeat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. spoon the seafood mixture over the crabmeat crust, and sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until lightly browned. serve immediately.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Baked Shrimp With Feta And Tomato

Ingredients

  • Servings: 6
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3/4 cup dry vermouth
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 4 ounces crumbled feta

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 35 mins Ready Time: 50 mins

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c).
  • put the butter and garlic into a large skillet, and place over medium-high heat. once the butter has melted and the garlic begins to sizzle, stir in the shrimp, red pepper flakes, and oregano. cook until the shrimp are firm and opaque, about 5 minutes. season with salt, then stir in the chopped parsley, and pour into a casserole dish.
  • pour vermouth into the skillet, and simmer until reduced by half. add chopped tomatoes and continue cooking until heated through. spoon tomato mixture on top of the shrimp and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.
  • bake in preheated oven until the cheese softens and turns golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Green Apple, Jicama, And Prawn Salad With Mint, Lemongrass, And Dijon Dressing

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 12 medium shrimp
  • 1 cup matchstick-cut granny smith apple
  • 1 cup matchstick-cut jicama
  • 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrots
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chopped lemongrass
  • 2 sprigs cilantro

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 45 mins

  • bring a small pot of water to boil. cook shrimp in boiling water until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 3 to 5 minutes; drain.
  • rinse shrimp with cold water to cool completely. peel, devein, and slice shrimp in half lengthwise; set aside in a bowl.
  • toss apple, jicama, and carrots together in a large bowl.
  • place mint leaves, olive oil, sugar, vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, and lemongrass in a food processor. pulse until blended but slightly chunky, about two 10-second intervals.
  • pour dressing over apple mixture; toss until well mixed. cover salad and shrimp separately with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • mix shrimp into salad before serving; garnish with cilantro.

Camarones A La Diabla

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste (optional)
  • 1 cup ketchup, or to taste
  • 1 cup hot pepper sauce (such as tapatio®), or to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins

  • melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir shrimp in melted butter until slightly pink. season with salt and pepper. add ketchup and hot pepper sauce. continue to cook and stir shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the sauce is bubbly, 7 to 10 minutes.

Szechwan Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 ounces cooked shrimp, tails removed

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 20 mins

  • in a bowl, stir together water, ketchup, soy sauce, cornstarch, honey, crushed red pepper, and ground ginger. set aside.
  • heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. stir in green onions and garlic; cook 30 seconds. stir in shrimp, and toss to coat with oil. stir in sauce. cook and stir until sauce is bubbly and thickened.

Baked Seafood Au Gratin

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 cup butter, divided
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 pound fresh crabmeat
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound small scallops
  • 1/2 pound flounder fillets
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon distilled vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 dash hot pepper sauce
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1 hr

    Ready Time: 1 hr 20 mins

  • in a heavy skillet, saute the onion and the pepper in 1/2 cup of butter. cook until tender. mix in 1/2 cup of the flour, and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring frequently. stir in crabmeat, remove from heat, and set aside.
  • in a large dutch oven, bring the water to a boil. add the shrimp, scallops, and flounder, and simmer for 3 minutes. drain, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid, and set the seafood aside.
  • in a heavy saucepan, melt the remaining 1/2 cup butter over low heat. stir in remaining 1/2 cup flour. cook and stir constantly for 1 minute. gradually add the milk plus the 1 cup reserved cooking liquid. raise heat to medium; cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thickened and bubbly. mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, vinegar, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and hot sauce. stir in cooked seafood.
  • preheat oven to 350 degrees f (175 degrees c). lightly grease one 9x13 inch baking dish. press crabmeat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. spoon the seafood mixture over the crabmeat crust, and sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.
  • bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until lightly browned. serve immediately.

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

Camarones A La Diabla

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 1 teaspoon butter
  • 1 pound uncooked medium shrimp
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste (optional)
  • 1 cup ketchup, or to taste
  • 1 cup hot pepper sauce (such as tapatio®), or to taste

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 15 mins

  • melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir shrimp in melted butter until slightly pink. season with salt and pepper. add ketchup and hot pepper sauce. continue to cook and stir shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the sauce is bubbly, 7 to 10 minutes.

Creamy Pesto Shrimp

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1 pound linguine pasta
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/3 cup pesto
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Ready Time: 30 mins

  • bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. add linguine pasta, and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
  • in a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. stir in cream, and season with pepper. cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • stir parmesan cheese into cream sauce, stirring until thoroughly mixed. blend in the pesto, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, until thickened.
  • stir in the shrimp, and cook until they turn pink, about 5 minutes. serve over the hot linguine.

Green Apple, Jicama, And Prawn Salad With Mint, Lemongrass, And Dijon Dressing

Ingredients

  • Servings: 4
  • 12 medium shrimp
  • 1 cup matchstick-cut granny smith apple
  • 1 cup matchstick-cut jicama
  • 1/2 cup matchstick-cut carrots
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon chopped garlic
  • 1 teaspoon chopped lemongrass
  • 2 sprigs cilantro

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 45 mins

  • bring a small pot of water to boil. cook shrimp in boiling water until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 3 to 5 minutes; drain.
  • rinse shrimp with cold water to cool completely. peel, devein, and slice shrimp in half lengthwise; set aside in a bowl.
  • toss apple, jicama, and carrots together in a large bowl.
  • place mint leaves, olive oil, sugar, vinegar, dijon mustard, garlic, and lemongrass in a food processor. pulse until blended but slightly chunky, about two 10-second intervals.
  • pour dressing over apple mixture; toss until well mixed. cover salad and shrimp separately with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • mix shrimp into salad before serving; garnish with cilantro.

Wonton Soup

Ingredients

  • Servings: 8
  • 1/2 pound boneless lamb loin, coarsely chopped
  • 2 ounces peeled shrimp, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chinese rice wine
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped green onion
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh ginger root
  • 24 (3.5 inch square) wonton wrappers
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 1/8 cup finely chopped green onion

Recipe

    Preparation Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 5 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 15 mins

  • in a large bowl, combine lamb, shrimp, sugar, wine, soy sauce, 1 teaspoon chopped green onion and ginger. blend well, and let stand for 25 to 30 minutes.
  • place about one teaspoon of the filling at the center of each wonton skin. moisten all 4 edges of wonton wrapper with water, then pull the top corner down to the bottom, folding the wrapper over the filling to make a triangle. press edges firmly to make a seal. bring left and right corners together above the filling. overlap the tips of these corners, moisten with water and press together. continue until all wrappers are used.
  • for soup: bring the chicken stock to a rolling boil. drop wontons in, and cook for 5 minutes. garnish with chopped green onion, and serve.