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Easy Shrimp and Grits with Sarges Shrimp and Grits Sauce

Note: I was sent a jar of Sarge’s Shrimp and Grits Sauce, Yellow Stone Ground Grits, and Seafood Seasoning in order to make this post Opinions are mine alone.

If I see Shrimp and Grits on a Menu, you better believe I am ordering it! Despite this, (and inexplicably despite feeling fine about making shrimp and grits separately), I’ve always been a bit hesitant to make shrimp and grits at home.

So when I was contacted by Sarge’s to try their sauce, I jumped at the chance. Sarge’s sauce is made by Chef Julius West in Raleigh, NC. The sauce is a unique take on a classic Southern dish that has been a staple in the region for generations. Sarges Shrimp & Grits Sauce is a savory, rich, and versatile sauce that can be used as a marinade, a dipping sauce, or a cooking ingredient. Made with high-quality ingredients, including fresh shrimp, butter, and spices, our sauce is the perfect addition to any seafood, meat, or vegetable dish.

Sarge’s Low Country Shrimp and Grits Sauce is a delicious and savory combination of aromatic spices with a hint of fire to spice things up. The sauce blends together chicken broth, all purpose flour, garlic, vegetable oil, hot sauce, Sriracha, bell peppers, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and a special blend of herbs and spices.

With the help of Sarge’s sauce, this recipe for Shrimp and Grits can be made in just 20 minutes!

Ingredients:

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Lobster Pasta in a Caramelized Fennel Sauce

Note: This post for Lobster Pasta in a Caramelized Fennel Sauce is sponsored by Wildgrain. Opinions are mine alone.

It probably comes as no surprise that one of the ways I show my love for my husband, family, and friends is through cooking. When cooking for those I love, I try to use high-quality ingredients so that the food is the best it can be. In the winter, my recipes become more comfort food-like, but that doesn’t mean I’m willing to skip on quality!

Wildgrain is here to help me out on my quest for high quality ingredients that can be used to make oh so comforting winter dishes, like this recipe for Lobster Pasta in a Caramelized Fennel Sauce, adapted from a recipe on Food52.

Wildgrain is a bake-from-frozen membership that has two different box choices: Mixed Wildgrain and Bakery. The Mixed Wildgrain comes with an assortment of sourdough bread, hand-cut pasta, and artisanal pastries. The Bakery Box comes with an assortment of sourdough bread, breakfast baked goods, and artisanal pastries. All products are ready-to-bake from frozen, no prep required!

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Everything included in the box is made with clean ingredients with no preservatives. The items are vegetarian, non-GMO, and contain no artificial colors.

Wildgrain has provided an exclusive code for I Can Cook That readers! You can receive $10 off your first box by using discount code ICANCOOKTHAT so you can try out Wilgrain for yourself!

I received a box chock full of awesome products, including two pastas, breads, croissants, and cookie dough. The pasta and bread in my box inspired me to make a pasta dish with plenty of sauce to sop up with bread! The addition of lobster makes this dish perfect for date night, or for a dinner party. The sauce can also be made ahead of time so that when you’re ready to cook, it takes no time at all!

Ingredients:

  • 7 oz lobster meat, thawed if frozen
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 fennel bulbs, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • the juice of one lemon
  • 12 oz container fettuccine, or other pasta of your choice
  • salt, to taste
  • 3/4 cup slivered almonds, lightly toasted
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup torn basil leaves

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Rigatoni Alla Vodka

My husband absolutely loves Pasta in Vodka Sauce. I don’t make it terribly often, but it is a really simple and delicious dish to make at home, so I figured it was time to share my recipe for Rigatoni Alla Vodka!

“Traditional” vodka sauce includes tomatoes, herbs, and vodka, although every one I’ve ever come across also has a cream element to it as well.

The history of this sauce doesn’t go terribly far back — it was invented in the 70’s either in New York or Italy, depending on who you ask.

This version adds a bit of smokiness from pancetta and some heat from red pepper flakes to the luxurious tomato vodka cream sauce to make a truly wonderful pasta dish!

Ingredients:

  • salt
  • 1 (16 oz) box rigatoni
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 oz diced pancetta
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup vodka (I used Stateside Vodka)
  • 1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • black pepper
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for serving
  • fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

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Pressure Cooker Puttanesca Pork Ragu

I think fall cooking might be my favorite kind of cooking. I love comfort food meals that make the whole house smell good! And anything I can put over pasta is guaranteed to be a winning recipe in my house. So this Pressure Cooker Puttanesca Pork Ragu is right up my alley.

I came across a recipe for a puttanesca-style ragu and knew I had to try out my own version! Puttanesca sauces typically have a bunch of brine-y ingredients in them — capers, olives, anchovies — in a tomato sauce that may have a little heat to it as well. I honestly don’t make many puttanesca-inspired dishes because, well, I don’t love olives. But my husband does, so I figured it was worth a try!

This recipe uses a pressure cooker to get that cooking all day flavor in much less time. You’re still looking at a just under 2-hour recipe though, so plan ahead!

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 10 garlic cloves, minced or pressed
  • 1 tablespoon anchovy paste
  • 3 (4.5 oz) tomato paste tubes
  • 1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives
  • 1/4 cup drained capers
  • 3 tablespoons white wine vinegar, divided
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 cup dry wine, red or white
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 1/2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
  • salt and ground pepper
  • cooked pasta, for serving
  • grated parmesan cheese, optional
  • chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

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Slow Cooker Lamb in Zesty Lemon Sauce

 Note: I was sent a copy of The Greek Slow Cooker for review. Opinions are mine alone.

It’s been quite a while since I posted. Since sheltering-in-place became our new normal in Philadelphia, I’ve been cooking a lot of my old recipes, but haven’t had the creativity (or honestly, the energy) to make many new recipes. In the hopes of having some inspiration, I started paging through some of the many cookbooks I have, and came across this recipe for Arnaki Lemonato – Slow Cooker Lamb in a Zesty Lemon Sauce.

This recipe is from The Greek Slow Cooker: Easy, Delicious Recipes from the Heart of the Mediterranean.

Written by Eleni Vonissakou, the cookbook is a great source of Greek dishes adapted for slow cookers and includes 75 different Greek recipes. I adapted the recipe below a bit for what I was able to get through my local grocery delivery options.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs baby potatoes (cut the larger ones up so that the sizes of all the potatoes are similar)
  • 2 large carrots, sliced (about 1 cup)
  • the juice and zest of 2 lemons, divided
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 3 garlic cloves, pressed in a garlic press, or very finely minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sumac (can omit if you cannot find this spice)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 lbs lamb shoulder (I used lamb shoulder chops)
  • 2 medium onions, quartered

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Easy Peach Mustard

I’ve mentioned before that my husband is a huge peach fan. It isn’t exactly peach season just yet, but frozen peaches make it so we can enjoy them all throughout the year. Luckily, peach season is nearly here (June to September)!

I was contacted about a new cookbook I knew I needed to have in my collection: Just Peachy by Belinda Smith-Sullivan. This cookbook contains 70 peach-inspired recipes allowing home cooks to enjoy warm, summery peaches all year long!

Recipes range from breads, breakfasts, appetizers, entrees and desserts to sauces, preserves, condiments and drinks, plus facts about peaches, information on growing and growers, festivals, a list of all peach varietals and how to use them, and the history of peaches. Did you know that peaches, known as “the fruit of calmness,” are said to reduce anxiety?

I love to use peaches in both savory and sweet recipes and am always interested in incorporating peaches into more dishes. There are a ton of recipes that caught my eye in this cookbook but I decided to make a super simple and versatile recipe in the book: Easy Peach Mustard.

Peach Mustard can be used as an addition to a cheese plate, a dip for pretzels, a spread on sandwiches, or as a sauce on meat. (In fact, I used some of the Peach Mustard to make another recipe in the cookbook – Herb-Crusted Peach Mustard Pork Tenderloin – YUM)

This recipe comes together really quickly, and can be stored in your fridge for up to two months (or, if canned, 12 months).

recipe from Just Peachy by Belinda Smith-Sullivan

Ingredients: (makes about 1 pint)

  • 2 very ripe peaches, peeled and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup whole grain mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom

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Indian Spiced Chicken and Potatoes in Tomato Cream Sauce

I’m on a pretty good streak of making a bunch of meals on weekends so that we have quick and easy meals on weeknights. Last weekend, I came across this recipe for Indian Spiced Chicken with Tomato and Cream and knew it would reheat nicely. It takes some time to make, so it’s best for cooking on a weekend. But it’s a one pot meal!

This adapted version is awesome over cooked rice. If you like a thicker sauce, you may want to add some water mixed with cornstarch at the end to thicken.

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 8 drumsticks
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, grated
  • 2 tablespoons grated peeled ginger
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 (14 oz) can tomato puree
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, thinly sliced
  • Plain Greek yogurt, for serving
  • Fresh mint, chopped, for serving
  • Naan, for serving (omit for gluten free)
  • Cooked rice, for serving

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Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings with Spicy Peanut Sauce

Note: This post is sponsored by Nasoya. All opinions are mine alone.

I’ve been sharing fairly meat-heavy recipes recently, so it’s about time I shared a meatless (and vegan) option that is perfect for busy weeknights, so here’s a yummy recipe for Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings with Spicy Peanut Sauce.

Nasoya, the nation’s leading brand of tofu, has two flavors of Vegan Dumplings (Tofu Vegetable and Thai Basil Vegetable) that can be ready to eat in as little as 10 minutes!

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The Tofu Vegetable Dumplings (filled with tofu, mushrooms, bok choy, carrots, ginger, green onions, and sesame oil) and the Thai Basil Dumplings (filled with tofu, red bell peppers, green peas, carrots, and basil) are USDA Certified Organic and also contain 6-7 grams of plant-protein per serving. Nasoya can be find at most retailers, including Acme, ShopRite, Giant, Weis, and Wegman’s. Check out Nasoya’s retail finder here to find your nearest location that sells Nasoya products.

This quick recipe for Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings with Spicy Peanut Sauce uses the Thai Basil Vegetable Dumplings, but the Tofu Vegetable Dumplings can definitely be substituted.

Ingredients (serves 4):

Peanut Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh lemongrass
  • 1 tablespoon chile garlic sauce
  • the juice of 2 limes

Toppings (optional):

  • peanuts, chopped
  • fried shallots
  • fresh cilantro, chopped

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Grilled Clams in Lemon Butter Sauce

Now that grilling season is in full swing, I am grilling anything and everything I can, and yes, that includes Grilled Clams in Lemon Butter Sauce!

This recipe for grilled clams is SO easy, and can be made completely on your grill (just make sure you have a cast iron or other grill-safe pot for the sauce, if not, you can make it on your stovetop).

It’s an awesome appetizer to share with friends, just don’t forget the crusty bready for dipping!

Ingredients:

  • 3 dozen clams
  • 2 sticks salted butter (1 cup)
  • the juice and zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed through a garlic press
  • 1 scallion
  • 1 sprig fresh oregano
  • 2 sprigs fresh parsley
  • 1 sprig fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • ground pepper, to taste

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Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Pork Loin with Chunky Tomato Sauce

For whatever reason, I tend to shy away from making pork or ham.

So when my friend and I were having our cooking marathon, I figured it was a good time to add one in for some variety.

We found this Southern Living recipe for Slow Cooker Parmesan Herb Pork Loin with Chunky Tomato Sauce on myrecipes.com. I couldn’t resist a freezer friendly slow cooker meal, especially when it’s served over pasta!

(Please excuse the quality of these photos. This recipe was too good not to share, even with crummy photos!)

Ingredients:

  • 3 small onions (~2 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion)
  • 1 large carrot (~1 cup chopped carrots)
  • 1 large fennel bulb (~1 3/4 cups chopped fresh fennel bulb)
  • 6 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 (28 oz) can whole tomatoes
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 3 1/3 teaspoons salt, divided
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper, divided
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 (1.5 lb) boneless pork loin roast
  • 1 (16 oz) box spaghetti, cooked according to package directions

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Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce

It’s no secret that I love dessert, especially ice cream. And I love toppings on my ice cream: sprinkles, chocolate chips, and most of all, hot fudge!

When I was young, my family and I would vacation in Vermont. There is a confectionary store (Mother Myrick’s) in Manchester, VT that makes THE BEST hot fudge. I love it so much that from time to time, my family will still buy it for me when they visit Vermont. Last time they brought me some, I dropped it and the jar broke into a million pieces. Sigh.

So. I’ve been craving their fantastic hot fudge sauce for a while now. I didn’t necessarily try to recreate Mother Myrick’s, but this Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce is pret-ty darn good. Best part? It only takes 15 minutes to make!

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk (I used Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk)
  • 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon coffee grounds
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 – 1/2 cup heavy cream, or to taste

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Dijon Herb Crusted Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce

I am not shy about my love of Cooking Light magazine. Their recipes are what got me started on my cooking journey. Not only are their recipes on the healthier side, but most are also great for weeknight meals. This recipe for Dijon Herb Crusted Salmon with Creamy Dill Sauce is no different.

Seafood in general is a great weeknight option because it tends to take less time to cook. If you haven’t noticed, I’m a big fan of seafood, particularly salmon; I have almost 40 recipes for salmon alone on this blog!

So when I spotted a new salmon recipe in my most recent Cooking Light, well, I had to make it.

Ingredients:

  • 2 (6-oz.) salmon fillets
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon  black pepper
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons plain 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons 2% reduced-fat milk
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

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Fesenjan Persian Chicken Stew with Walnut and Pomegranate Sauce

I am still working through my supply of pomegranates; I’m having so much fun finding different ways to use the arils!

This recipe caught my eye immediately during my search for pomegranate recipes. It uses both pomegranate molasses (made from pomegranate juice) and pomegranate arils.

Fesenjan is a Persian stew made with ground walnuts, pomegranate molasses, and typically chicken.

And, well, it’s not the prettiest dish I’ve ever made but the flavors are absolutely fantastic!

This recipe is from Simply Recipes.

Ingredients:

Chicken Stew:

  • 2 medium yellow onions, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 5 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (recipe below)
  • 1/2 pound walnut halves (about 2 cups)
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces,
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Salt
  • 1/2 cup fresh pomegranate seeds, for garnish
  • chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Pomegranate Molasses:

  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

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Cranberry Pomegranate Sauce

 

My house is filled with pomegranates and pomegranate arils. Being a food blogger is tough 🙂

Thanksgiving is tomorrow, so I wanted to share a recipe for one of my favorite Thanksgiving dishes: cranberry sauce!

This recipe uses pomegranates two ways: in a pomegranate molasses and as whole arils, or seeds. Pomegranate molasses can be found in well-stocked grocery stores or Middle Eastern food stores. But I also show you how to make it below if you so wish.

Ingredients:

Cranberry Sauce:

  • 1 bag (16 oz.) cranberries, thawed if frozen
  • 2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar (or light brown sugar to make less sweet)
  • 4 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (recipe below)
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 2 containers POM POMS Fresh Arils (about ~1.5 cups)
  • the juice and zest of 1/2 lemon

Pomegranate Molasses:

  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

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Linguine with Lemon Sauce

I recently received a nice email from Deiss Kitchenware, a German-based company that makes some snazzy kitchen products. They were kind enough to send me their Citrus Zester and Cheese Grater. I knew I had to make a dish that let me zest and grate my little heart out to try their product, like this recipe for Linguine with Lemon Sauce!

This recipe for Linguine with Lemon Sauce is so simple, and uses mostly ingredients you probably already have on hand. (What? I’m the only person with some Parmigiano Reggiano on hand at all times?)

Ingredients:

  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) salted butter
  • the zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 (16 oz ) box dried linguine
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • the juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, plus extra cheese to serve on the side
  • parsley, chopped, for garnish

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