Mango Coconut Shrimp Pops have a tropical flair that your guests will love. Although shrimp cocktail is one of the most popular appetizers for parties, I love the idea of surprising my guests with a little something extra special. I made these Mango Coconut Shrimp Pops for a fundraiser we hosted recently. The presentation of…
Moo Shu Shrimp Pancakes Recipe
Moo Shu Shrimp is a delicious version of the more widely known Moo Shu Pork dish found in Chinese restaurants. This protein and vegetable one-dish meal is healthy and delicious meal. When wrapped in tortillas or Chinese Mandarin pancakes, this meal is a Chinese burrito of sorts. When I started dating my husband, I discovered…
Grilled Chili Garlic Shrimp with Pesto Pasta
Grilled Chili Garlic Shrimp with Pesto Pasta is quick and delicious, and it comes together in just 30 minutes. I love efficient meals. The key to an preparing an “efficient” meal is preparing and cooking ingredients in the most logical sequence. The trick to getting this Grilled Chili Garlic Shrimp with Pesto Pasta on the…
Roasted Shrimp Cocktail
Roasted Shrimp Cocktail is an easy and elegant appetizer for a special occasion. Roasting the shrimp with garlic and a touch of Spanish smoked paprika gives the shrimp an extra bump of flavor. Shrimp cocktail is one of the most popular holiday appetizers. This version of shrimp cocktail is one I made several years ago for…
Roasted Old Bay Shrimp Recipe
Roasted Old Bay Shrimp is an easy and delicious appetizer. Serve with cocktail sauce if you like. My family loves Old Bay seasoning, a spice blend I grew up enjoying on steamed Maryland crabs. Old Bay seasoning is a blend of celery salt, red pepper, black pepper, paprika and other “secret” spices. It goes well…
Pepe’s White Clam Sauce Pasta
Pepe’s White Clam Sauce Pasta features fresh cherrystone clams in a creamy, yet not heavy sauce. Each summer, I buy fresh cherrystone clams from Pepe’s Cream of the Crop at our local farmer’s market. Ed and Laurie Popadic, owners and operators of Pepe’s Cream of the Crop, harvest their clams from the Long Island Sound….
Indonesian Shrimp Fried Brown Rice Recipe
This Indonesian Shrimp Fried Brown Rice is so flavorful, not your typical fried rice recipe. Years ago, my husband and I were fortunate enough to visit Bali. It was an amazing experience, and to this day, I have wonderful memories of the beautiful landscape, the friendly smiles, all the friends we got to know better, and…
Chipotle Crab Corn Dip Recipe
This Chipotle Crab Corn Dip is fresh and light, made with lots of fresh vegetables and gets a kick from homemade chipotle aioli. My family loves crab. I think it comes from my Maryland upbringing that I’ve passed onto my kids. Recently, I made this Chipotle Crab Dip for a going away party for a…
Tropical Shrimp Salad with Mango Mint Lime Dressing Recipe
This Tropical Shrimp Salad with Mango Mint Lime Dressing will make you feel like you’re on a tropical island. Sponsored by Peapod. I love going to tropical islands like Hawaii or the Caribbean. There’s something about being surrounded by water, feeling the ocean breeze, and eating all the tropical fruits I can get my hands on. Last summer…
Crab Avocado Tomato Basil Appetizer with Wasabi Soy Dressing Recipe
This elegant Crab Avocado Tomato Basil Appetizer with Wasabi Soy Dressing is fresh, light and healthy. Sponsored by Peapod. I developed this Crab Avocado Tomato Basil Appetizer with Wasabi Soy Dressing Appetizer for Peapod.com, inspired by an appetizer at the Outback Steakhouse. This light and healthy appetizer is super versatile – it’s elegant enough to serve for a dinner…
Grilled Mediterranean Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles in a Packet
Grilled Mediterranean Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles in a Packet is the perfect no fuss meal. These individual packets are great for portion control and for a nice presentation. Sponsored by Peapod. There are still a few more weeks of summer vacation before school starts, so we’ve been savoring every minute, including doing lots of grilling and…
Endive Stuffed with Old Bay Crab Salad
Endive Stuffed with Old Bay Crab Salad is an elegant holiday appetizer that can be assembled last minute. I’m originally from Maryland so crabs and Old Bay seasoning holds a special place in my heart. These Endive Spears Stuffed With Old Bay Crab Salad are another one of the appetizers I made for our friend’s book…
The Best Spanish Garlic Shrimp (Gambas al Ajillo) Recipe
This is the Best Spanish Garlic Shrimp Recipe I’ve ever made. A special method of using garlic three different ways infuses the shrimp with tons of garlicky flavor. I am so excited to share this fabulous Garlic Shrimp tapas/appetizer recipe with you today. It’s one of my kids’ and husband’s favorites when we eat out…
Lemon Pasta with Shrimp, Peppers, Tomatoes, Corn and Basil
This Lemon Pasta with Shrimp, Peppers, Tomatoes, Corn and Basil is fresh and light. Facebook can be a dangerous thing. You never know who’s watching. The other night, I posted a picture of this pasta dish on Facebook, and my neighbor saw it and commented “There’s a kitchen two doors down the lane that needs…
Stir-Fry Shrimp with Thai Roasted Chili Paste Recipe {Video}
This Stir-Fry Shrimp with Thai Roasted Chili Paste is really easy to make – the trick is in the flavorful Chili Paste. I love Thai food so when I first learned how to prepare some of my favorite Thai recipes several years ago, it was really eye-opening. I think my first experience cooking Thai food…
Gluten-Free Maryland Crab Cake Sliders Recipe
These Gluten-Free Maryland Crab Cake Sliders are fun party food and perfect for Super Bowl entertaining. I was born and raised in Maryland so I grew up eating crabs in the shell. After I moved away from home though, fresh crabs were hard to come by, so I had to satisfy my crab cravings with…
Gluten-Free Maryland Style Crab Shrimp Gumbo Recipe
This Gluten-Free Maryland Style Crab Shrimp Gumbo is great for New Years or any special celebration. Chock full of crab, shrimp and langoustine, it is a treat that your family and guests will appreciate. I can’t believe the New Year is already here! With all the frenzy surrounding Christmas, I always look forward to just…
Quick Creole Style Shrimp Jambalaya Recipe
This Quick Creole Style Shrimp Jambalaya is the perfect holiday dish. Not only is it easy to make, but it is pure comfort food. All you need is a simple salad to go along with this and you can call it a day. So, what do you make when you have no idea what’s for…
Grilled Shrimp Tostadas Recipe {The Ultimate Panini Press Cookbook Giveaway}
These Grilled Shrimp Tostados with Mashed Black Beans and Avocado Salsa Fresca from The Ultimate Panini Press Cookbook are sure to make dinnertime something to look forward to. Recently, I received a review copy of my friend, Kathy Strah’s, new cookbook, The Ultimate Panini Press Cookbook. I started following Kathy’s blog, Panini Happy, when I…
Creamy Tomato Crab Pasta Sauce Recipe
This Creamy Tomato Crab Pasta Sauce is rich and decadent tasting, but oh so light. A unique technique is used to create a creamy texture with virtually no fat. This pasta dish is something I came up with just before my oldest son returned to college a few weeks ago. As a poor college student,…
Grilled Thai Shrimp with Garlic Sauce Recipe
Succulent, sweet and salty, these Grilled Thai Shrimps with Garlic Sauce will surely impress your family and friends. Have you noticed that I’ve been obsessed with Thai food lately? Whenever I spot local shrimp, I pick up a pound. I’m a big believer in supporting local aquaculture and agriculture plus I like to know where…