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Strawberry Cake : Louisiana Strawberry Festival

April 10, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday Life2 Comments

15.25 ounce box white cake mix 3 -ounce box strawberry jello 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen mashed or finely chopped (measured after you chop or mash them)¾ cup vegetable oil½ cup whole milk or 2% milk4 large eggs at room temperature Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting 8 -ounces cream cheese at room temperature½ cup Butter room temperature5 to 6 cups confections sugar sifted then measured, more if needed2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream more if needed¼ cup strawberries fresh or frozen, mashed or chopped fine, drained [...]

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Lisa Food Blog: Shrimp Taco

April 6, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday Life1 Comment

On My No Meat Lent Friday menu: Inspired by this season fresh caught Gulf Shrimp. Thanks ! Dean(The Shrimp Man) FOR THE SHRIMP 1½ tablespoons olive oil1½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning blend ½ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder 1½ pounds large (31/35) or extra large (26/30)LOUISIANA shrimp, peeled, de-veined, and tail removed, thawed if frozen Make the Shrimp: Heat the [...]

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Baked Tilapia and Vegetables in Foil Packets

March 30, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

2 (6 ounce) tilapia fillets , or any white fish (12 oz. or 340g total)6-8 (6 ) asparagus sprigs , cut into thirds1 medium (1 medium) zucchini , (or other summer squash) slicedKosher salt , to tasteFreshly ground black pepper , to taste2 Tablespoons butter , melted2 cloves (2 cloves) garlic , minced1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon dried or fresh thyme or oregano or mix of both1/2 teaspoon dried dill or 1 teaspoon (5ml fresh chopped dill), optional1 (1 ) medium lemon , cut into wedgesFresh minced parsley , for [...]

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Crawfish Fettuccine

March 23, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Happy Wednesday - Food Blog fans. Today's lent special is a recipe from my Mom. This can be made with Fresh Crawfish (which is in season) or Frozen. Enjoy this recipe.... Lisa 1 large onion, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped2/3 cup sliced green onions1 celery rib, chopped1-1/4 cups butter, cubed1 garlic clove, minced1/4 cup [...]

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St Patrick Day : No Bake Grasshopper Pie

March 16, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Grass hopper Pie 6 ounces cream cheese, softened1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk15 drops green food coloring24 chocolate-covered mint cookies, divided2 cups whipped topping1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches) In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in milk until smooth. Beat in the food coloring. Coarsely crush 16 cookies; [...]

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Chocolate Mint Candy

March 9, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk, divided2 teaspoons vanilla extract6 ounces white candy coating, coarsely chopped2 to 3 teaspoons peppermint extract3 drops green food coloring In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate chips with 1 cup milk. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Spread half into a waxed paper-lined 8-in. [...]

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Catfish Etouffee : Lent Season

March 2, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Happy Ash Wednesday ! and today starts the Lent Season. In Louisiana that means No meat Friday. So this month my food blog will be dedicated to Non Meat meals. 1 cup enriched white rice2 cups water4 tablespoons brown roux1 cup chopped onion½ cup chopped green bell pepper1 teaspoon minced garlic2 cups beef broth1 1/2 [...]

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GG Mardi Gras King Cake

February 27, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

King cake is said to have originated in Old World France and Spain and came to be associated with Epiphany during the Middle Ages. When it was brought to the New World (along with Catholicism and Christianity), the tradition evolved further King cake is first served on King's Day (January 6) and lasts through the eve [...]

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Mardi Gras : Muffuletta Dip

February 23, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

1 1/4 cup olive salad drained and divided {I like the Boscoli Family brand}2 cups Italian blend cheese shredded1/4 lb deli ham diced1/4 lb deli salami diced1/4 lb capicola {or substitute mortadella} diced8 oz container Olive cream cheese spread2 -10 inch round Muffuletta bread loaves {or sub another bread bowl like Sourdough or Italian}2 tsp garlic powderolive oil for drizzling Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Cut the top off the bread bowls and remove the center leaving a [...]

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Mardi Gras : Red Beans and Rice

February 23, 2022by Lisa's * Everyday LifeLeave a Comment

Happy Wednesday ! And we are getting ready to celebrate mandi Gras here in Louisiana . It's just a fun time to visit the area and enjoy the people, food and parades. On Tuesday as we are waiting for the parade I am making a big batch of red beans and rice for family and [...]