Crab-Stuffed Catfish

Crab-Stuffed Catfish Fresh catfish fillets are stuffed with crab, Monterey Jack cheese and just enough cayenne pepper to give it some spicy interest. Course Main Course Cuisine American Prep Time 30 minutes Cook Time 25 minutes Total Time 55 minutes Servings 4 Calories 280 kcal Ingredients 4 fillets 6 ounces each fresh catfish 6 ounces crabmeat – fresh is best. Use frozen thawed and drained or canned, rinsed and drained 4 tablespoons Monterey Jack cheese shredded 3 tablespoons dried bread crumbs plain or seasoned 1 tablespoon mayonnaise regular or reduced calorie ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder ½ teaspoon … Continue reading Crab-Stuffed Catfish

Open-Faced Oysters

Open-Faced Oysters Recipe By:Kiska “Perfect for date night. Serve with angel hair pasta and some roasted broccoli or kale for an elegant touch. Garnish with additional lime juice, hot sauce, or browned butter for extra decadent flavor.” Ingredients 1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, finely chopped 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup olive oil 3 green onions, thinly sliced 1 lime, zested and juiced 3 cloves garlic, minced 20 freshly shucked oysters on the half shell 20 drops hot sauce, or to taste Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange oysters on a baking dish. … Continue reading Open-Faced Oysters

Elegant Oyster Soup

Elegant Oyster Soup Recipe By:DSPROUT “Delicious. Takes a little extra time, but it’s worth the effort. Serve hot with green salad and crusty French bread” Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 cup carrot, finely chopped 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped 1/2 cup button mushrooms, chopped 1/2 cup butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 quart chicken broth 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained 1 bay leaf 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon dried sage 1 cup heavy cream 12 shucked oysters and juice Directions In … Continue reading Elegant Oyster Soup

Oysters Rockefeller

 Oysters Rockefeller “This is a slight variation on the classic dish Oysters Rockefeller. Serve this delicious dish and watch your guests cry, ‘I love you!!!’” Ingredients 48 fresh, unopened oysters 1 1/2 cups beer 2 cloves garlic seasoned salt to taste 7 black peppercorns 1/2 cup butter 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 8 ounces fontina cheese, shredded 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/2 cup milk 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 tablespoons fine bread crumbs Directions … Continue reading Oysters Rockefeller

Cioppino

Cioppino Ingredients 3/4 cup butter 2 onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped 2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes 2 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 cup water 1 1/2 cups white wine 1 1/2 pounds large shrimp – peeled and deveined 1 1/2 pounds bay scallops 18 small clams 18 mussels, cleaned and debearded 1 1/2 cups crab meat 1 1/2 pounds cod fillets, cubed Directions Over medium-low heat melt butter in a large stockpot, add onions, garlic and parsley. … Continue reading Cioppino

WARM DILL SALMON SALAD WITH GREEN ONIONS & CELERY AND SEASONED BY LEMON – CLAM JUICE – MAYO

Originally posted on THE MEDITERRANEAN MICROWAVE:
For 4: –salmon (size of 4 decks of cards, 1 pound) –dill (1 tablespoon, dried) –green onions (3 stalks, chopped, fresh) –celery (2 stalks, chopped, fresh) –lemon juice (2 squirts) –clam juice (one-eighth cup, bottled) –mayonnaise (3 tablespoons, or to taste) –salt and pepper –olive oil 1 – Place the salmon in a covered baking dish.  Drench in lemon juice.  Add the clam juice.  Season with salt, pepper, dill, and olive oil.  Microwave on high for 7 minutes.  When finished, break apart into 1 – inch pieces.  Keep warm.  Set aside. 2 – Place… Continue reading WARM DILL SALMON SALAD WITH GREEN ONIONS & CELERY AND SEASONED BY LEMON – CLAM JUICE – MAYO

Garlicky Appetizer Shrimp Scampi

Garlicky Appetizer Shrimp Scampi Prep 15 m Cook 6 m Ready In 21 m Recipe By:MARBALET “Quick, garlicky, and delicious shrimp scampi.” Ingredients 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 1/4 cup olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced shallots 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste 1/2 teaspoon paprika 2 pounds large shrimp – peeled and deveined Directions Preheat grill for high heat. In a large bowl, mix together softened butter, olive oil, garlic, shallots, chives, salt, pepper, and paprika; add the shrimp, and toss to coat. Lightly oil grill grate. Cook the … Continue reading Garlicky Appetizer Shrimp Scampi

Good New Orleans Creole Gumbo

Good New Orleans Creole Gumbo Prep 1 h Cook 2 h 40 m Ready In 3 h 40 m Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup bacon drippings 1 cup coarsely chopped celery 1 large onion, coarsely chopped 1 large green bell pepper, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced 3 quarts water 6 cubes beef bouillon 1 tablespoon white sugar salt to taste 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco(R)), or to taste 1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning blend (such as Tony Chachere’s(R)), or to taste 4 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 1 … Continue reading Good New Orleans Creole Gumbo

Shrimp Fajitas with Homemade Fajita Seasoning

Shrimp Fajitas with Homemade Fajita Seasoning by alaskafromscratch | Apr 23, 2012 | Alaska from Scratch, Fish & Seafood, Main Dishes, Recipes | 13 comments 3.8k 66 63 6 1.1k Weather: 50 degrees with sunshine What I’m listening to:  Hip Hip Chin Chin, Club des Belugas I knew when I got my cast iron skillet that it would soon be time for some awesome fajitas. The hot iron transforms the onions, peppers, and shrimp into gorgeously browned, sizzling, caramelized deliciousness. And, I’m very excited to give you this homemade Fajita Seasoning recipe. No need to go to a restaurant to … Continue reading Shrimp Fajitas with Homemade Fajita Seasoning

Savory Shrimp Fajitas

Savory Shrimp Fajitas RATE IT read reviews [20] Serves four. by Lauren Groveman from Fine Cooking Issue 52 more about: cumin seeds black peppercorns kosher salt chili powder brown sugar oregano garlic shrimp onions poblano chiles bell peppers flour tortillas cilantro sour cream 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. chili powder 1 tsp. packed light brown sugar 1/4 tsp. crumbled dried oregano 1/4 cup plus 2 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed 1-1/2 lb. large or jumbo shrimp, shelled, deveined, rinsed, and … Continue reading Savory Shrimp Fajitas