Diva Tasting: Derby Brunswick Stew…

Kentucky Derby In May has been a tradition since forever here in Kentucky. Brunswick Stew is a crowd pleaser with the street vendors. Here is one slow cooker version/recipe I hope you will enjoy. Namaste, The Queen Cronista Brunswick Stew: Ingredients 1 Tablespoon Butter, Or As Needed 1 Large Onion, Chopped 2 (16.5 Ounce) Cans …

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Diva Tasting: Pasta and Dessert for 2

Orecchiette Pasta and Sausage (Dinner for 2) Ingredients 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil ½ Bunch Scallions Diced Kosher Salt To Taste 10 Ounces Italian Sausages, Casings Removed 4 Cups Chicken Broth, Divided, Or As Needed 2 Cups Orecchiette Pasta ½ Cup Roughly Chopped Arugula, Or To Taste ½ Cup Finely Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Or To Taste …

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Diva Ranting: Gratitude…

Diva Ranting…. Gratitude I have not been ranting much since the virus began. There are too many unwanted opinions out there and I choose to not be one too often. I live in a remote, rural, land locked area of Appalachia where over 50 percent of the inhabitants are on welfare or social disability. Generationally …

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Diva Tasting: Pasta and Dessert…

Orecchiette Pasta and Sausage (Dinner for 2) Ingredients 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil ½ Bunch Scallions Diced Kosher Salt To Taste 10 Ounces Italian Sausages, Casings Removed 4 Cups Chicken Broth, Divided, Or As Needed 2 Cups Orecchiette Pasta ½ Cup Roughly Chopped Arugula, Or To Taste ½ Cup Finely Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, Or To Taste …

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Diva Tasting: About Balsamic Vinegar…

About Balsamic Vinegar I love a good Balsamic Vinegar. Here is an article I found to give us a little hint as to why, with some recipes to try. Balsamic vinegar is delicious drizzled over salads, of course. But try it in cooked dishes, too. Balsamic vinegar holds onto its spicy kick, balancing the rich …

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Diva Tasting: Salad and Citrus Vinaigrette…

Salad and Citrus Vinaigrette INGREDIENTS For The Vinaigrette: 2 Tablespoons Finely Chopped Shallot 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar 1/2 Teaspoon Finely Grated Lemon Zest, Plus 1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice 1 Tablespoon Fresh Orange Juice 2 Teaspoons Honey 1/3 Cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Kosher Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper For The Salad: Kosher Salt 2 …

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Diva Tasting: Street Tacos; Dinner for 2…

Street Tacos (Dinner for 2) Ingredients 1 Chorizo; Casing Removed And Meat Crumbled 2 Tablespoons Chipotle Peppers In Adobo Sauce 4 Corn Tortillas (6”in.) 2 Tablespoons Chopped Onion, Or To Taste 2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Cilantro, Or To Taste (Optional) Directions Step 1 Mix chorizo and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce together in a bowl. …

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Diva Tasting: Surf N’ Turf (Dinner for 2)…

Surf N' Turf (Dinner for 2) Ingredients 2 Tablespoon Olive Oil 2 Tablespoon Butter, Melted 1 Tablespoon Finely Minced Onion 1 Tablespoon White Wine Vinegar 3 Teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce 1 Teaspoon Lemon Juice 1 Teaspoon Dried Parsley 1 Teaspoon Seafood Seasoning 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced ⅛ Teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper 12 Medium Shrimp, Peeled …

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Diva Tasting: Crab Legs in Butter (Dinner for 2)…

Crab Legs in Butter (Dinner for 2) Ingredients 1 Pound Snow Crab Clusters, Thawed If Necessary ½ Cup Butter 1 Clove Garlic, Minced 2 Teaspoons Dried Parsley ¼ Teaspoon Kosher Salt ¼ Teaspoon Fresh-Ground Black Pepper Directions Step 1 Cut a slit, length-wise, into the shell of each piece of crab. Step 2 Melt the …

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