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06/05/2025

Grilled Steak & Shrimp Linguine Alfredo 🥩🦐🍝✨
Juicy grilled steak slices and garlicky shrimp over a bed of creamy linguine Alfredo. A perfect surf-and-turf combo with bold seasoning and silky richness!
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Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: ~700 kcal per serving
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Ingredients 🛒
For the Alfredo linguine:
• 12 oz linguine pasta
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1½ cups heavy cream
• ¾ cup grated parmesan
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish
For the grilled steak:
• 1 lb ribeye or sirloin steak
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt & cracked black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
For the shrimp:
• 1 lb large shrimp (peeled & deveined)
• 1 tbsp butter
• ½ tsp chili flakes
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• Salt & pepper
• Lemon wedge
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Instructions 👨‍🍳
1. Cook the Pasta:
• Boil linguine until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Make the Alfredo Sauce:
• In a pan, melt butter and sauté garlic.
• Add cream, simmer 2–3 mins, then stir in parmesan.
• Season with salt & pepper. Toss in pasta and coat well.
3. Grill the Steak:
• Rub steak with oil, garlic powder, salt & pepper.
• Grill on high heat 3–4 mins per side (medium-rare).
• Rest for 5 mins and slice thinly.
4. Sauté the Shrimp:
• In butter, sauté garlic, chili flakes, and shrimp for 2–3 mins until pink.
• Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
5. Assemble:
• Plate Alfredo linguine, top with shrimp and steak slices.
• Garnish with parsley and fresh cracked pepper.
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Pro Tip:
Use freshly grated parmesan for the creamiest, silkiest sauce. A drizzle of truffle oil takes it up a notch!
A luxurious plate of creamy, garlicky goodness — bold, buttery, and unforgettable!
🔥🧄🧀🥩🦐🍝💫

06/05/2025

06/05/2025

Seafood Gumbo with Crab, Shrimp & Sausage
Ingredients
½ cup vegetable oil
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb andouille sausage, sliced
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb crab claws or crab legs
6 cups seafood stock or chicken stock
2 cups okra, sliced
2 bay leaves
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooked white rice, for serving
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Saltine crackers, for serving
Instructions
1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Whisk in flour and stir constantly to create a dark brown roux, about 15–20 minutes.
2. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in sausage slices and cook for 5 more minutes.
4. Slowly pour in seafood stock, stirring constantly to blend with the roux.
5. Add okra, bay leaves, thyme, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes.
6. Add shrimp and crab. Simmer for another 10 minutes, or until shrimp are pink and cooked through.
7. Discard bay leaves.
8. Serve hot with a scoop of white rice in the center of each bowl. Garnish with parsley and arrange saltine crackers on the side.

06/04/2025

Filet Mignon with Grilled Shrimp & Lobster Sauce 🍤
Ingredients:
- 2 filet mignon steaks
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 200 grams of shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lobster bisque
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Season the filet mignon on both sides with salt and pepper.
3. In a hot skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the filet mignon steaks to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
5. While the steaks are cooking, toss the shrimp with the remaining olive oil, salt, and pepper.
6. Grill the shrimp for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are pink and opaque.
7. In a small saucepan, warm the lobster bisque over low heat and stir in the lemon juice.
8. Once the filet mignon is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
9. Serve the sliced filet mignon topped with grilled shrimp and a drizzle of warm lobster bisque.
10. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- You can use fresh or frozen shrimp; just make sure they are thawed if frozen.
- Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Total time: 30 minutes | Kcal: Approximately 400 per serving | Servings: 2 servings

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Bacon-wrapped hot dogs are a super simple summer meal, with a slight twist. RECIPE👇

06/04/2025

Strawberry Cookies
Ingredients:
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour.
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.
• 1/8 teaspoon salt.
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened.
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened.
• 3/4 cup sugar.
• 1 egg....................

06/04/2025

Ketchup or A1?

06/03/2025

Severe Weather Sunday Dinner

06/03/2025

Jerk Steak & Shrimp over Yellow Rice
Ingredients
1 pound jerk-marinated steak
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups yellow rice
4 cups water or broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Directions
1. Start by cooking the yellow rice in a large pot, following the package instructions, and using either water or broth for extra flavor. Set the cooked rice aside and keep it warm.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss in the sliced onion and bell pepper, sautéing until they’re lovely and soft.
3. Add the jerk-marinated steak to the skillet. Let it brown nicely, turning as needed to cook evenly.
4. Now, stir in the shrimp. Cook just until they turn pink and opaque, which won’t take long at all. Season everything with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Spoon the jerk steak and shrimp right over the fluffy yellow rice, and top with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a final burst of color and flavor. Serve warm and enjoy!