Black bean soup is a favorite Caribbean dish, along with black beans and rice. I like to honor my mama’s culture by making Nicaraguan recipes, and black bean soup is a must! You will need a large pot, knife, cooking spoon, immersion blender, measuring cups and spoons. Instructions Open the cans of beans. Do not…
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Jambalaya rice and shrimp for Mardi Gras
Jambalaya is one of our favorite dishes here at Casa Bouquet during Mardi Gras season, which begins January 6, the Twelfth Day of Christmas. Jambalaya is a spicy rice one pot meal that uses tomato for flavor. You will need a large pot, a knife, spatula or spoon, slotted spoon, and measuring spoons and cup….
Hot cocoa mix with milk and sugar creamy comfort
Hot cocoa mix is such a warm, creamy comfort in the cold months. This recipe was a huge favorite in my college days because you did not have to have fresh milk on hand to make it, just hot water! The addition of coffee creamer gives it an extra bit of decadence. I like having…
Cheese beer bread with spices
Cheese beer bread with spices is my favorite bread to make. I’ve never been really good with yeast and rising and kneading. The beer interacts with baking powder and gives the bread its leavening. I add cheese, spices, and butter for a delicious bread to go with soup or chili or enjoy on its own….
Pumpkin butter pecan frozen pie – gluten free
Pumpkin butter pecan frozen pie is an easy frozen hack of traditional pumpkin pie. Using gluten free cereal for the crust makes this a treat that more folks can enjoy. You will need 1 deep dish pie pan, small mixing bowls, spatula, and food processor or hand blender with chopper attachment. Pie crust Preheat oven…