If you’re like me then every time you see granola you want it! What I don’t want is the high cost of purchasing granola and the fact that it’s just not as fresh or as cost effective as making it yourself. My Pecan Coconut Granola is not only simple to make, it’s delicious! When the…
Snacks
Baked Creole Muffuletta Sandwich
It’s sandwich eating time up in here! O.K. here’s the run down on what’s happening in my house. Big Goo’s on vacation, and since he’s king of sandwiches I decided to make him a big ole sandwich to snack on for a couple of days. Normally, Big Goo sandwiches consist of roasted turkey and cheese…
Roasted Peppers and Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese
Don’t forget, April is National Grilled Cheese Month and I’ve created another one of my favorites! Roasted Peppers and Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese is a flavor explosion. Of course, I didn’t stop with just one cheese, I had to include sharp cheddar cheese as well. First, purchase a bunch of baby bell peppers. I got…
Bacon Egg and Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich
It’s National Grilled Cheese Month and it’s time to CELEBRATE!!!!! I love grilled cheese sandwiches, and I will be sharing all my favorites with you this month. Starting off with my World Famous Bacon, Egg, and Cheese, Grilled Cheese Sandwich! Yes, it’s delicious and cheesy! First, fry up plenty of bacon. Don’t forget to save…
Fried Bologna and Cheese Sandwich
People, you have not lived until you’ve eaten a Fried Bologna and Cheese Sandwich! Here’s a little background on this sandwich. This is a family favorite, my mother made this for me when I was a kid and I make it for my daughter. Well, actually my daughter makes it for me now, she’s a…
Cheesy Jalapeno Slow Cooker Brisket Fries
Yes, it’s St. Patrick’s Day and the brisket is being cooked by the boatload! But, after the parties ends and the guest leave, what are you going to do with all that leftover brisket? I say, bring on the cheese, potatoes, and jalapenos! My Cheesy Jalapeno Slow Cooker Brisket Fries are perfect for…
Cheesy Chicken Bread in a Basket
. It’s a beautiful Sunday and I wanted to create a simple, cheesy, treat for my family. We’re headed off to the park and what better to pack in the picnic basket then some Cheesy Chicken Bread in a Basket. Wrap the finished bread in foil, and it will remain the perfect temperature for eating!…
Zone Perfect Blog Forward Challenge!
Yep, it’s that time of year again, time to reflect on goals, resolutions, and accomplishments! The choice to eat healthier and stick to it, is often the hardest thing to accomplish! I am so honored to be chosen as a Zone Perfect Blog Forward Challenger! image provided by zone perfect What’s a Zone Perfect Blog…
Bayou Brownies with Chocolate and Pecans
It’s that time again…Brownie Time! I wanted to do something different then my traditional fudgy wudgy brownies I always make. I wanted a brownie that’s so rich, you would need two glasses of milk to wash it down. Found it folks, right on the pages of Southern Living Magazine! Bayou Brownies are made using butter,…
Greek Chicken Pizza Grilled on Naan Bread
I really have no words for this pizza…o.k., YUM! That’s how I will summarize this cheesy, Greeky (new word) Goodness! I’ve never meet anyone who doesn’t love pizza. If you’re out there, word to the wise…you’re missing out on the foodie life! Now take traditional pizza and place those ingredients on top of Naan bread…food…
Tropical Acai Bowl Recipe with Sambazon
O.K. folks, the superbowl is over and I am so happy! I ate so much gumbo, enchiladas, dip, and anything else I could get my hands on last night, today is the perfect day to get back on track with a healthy Tropical Acai Bowl recipe. The wonderful people at Sambazon was generous enough to…
Blue Cheese Bacon Fries
I have the perfect gourmet football food for you! Yes, we have wings, and dips and all that good stuff…but, some of use like to take things to another level. My gourmet Blue Cheese Bacon Fries is perfect for the gourmet foodie lover. I was on Pinterest today and saw a pin from my foodie…
Carne Asada Nachos
It’s Superbowl time and that’s cause for a celebration! Today, it’s all about the cheese and grilled meat, both requirements for any Superbowl party! I took flank steak, marinated it in lemon, lime, and orange juice. Took a bunch of spices, rubbed it into the meat and refrigerated it for about 4 hours. Remove the…
Super Bowl Chicken Wings
I’ve been working on my Superbowl menu the last couple of weeks. I like to add new food items every year. I also like to make sure I am prepared with plenty of food…! My Super Bowl Chicken Wings are delicious. Don’t forget I also posted my Top Superbowl Party Dips a couple of days…
Oven Baked Frito Chili Pie
After making that Spicy Thai Chicken Curry yesterday, you would think one would cut back on the spice today! But why would I do that…I love spice and it keeps things very interesting because you never know how hot something truly is until you taste it! That curry by the way, you’ve been warned. My…
Apple Pecan Spice Cake with a Kyvan Foods Giveaway!
Happy New Years!!!! We got CAKE! Not only do we have cake, we also have a Kyvan’s Foods Giveaway (entry below) happening to ring in the New Year! My Apple Pecan Spice Cake is so moist and tasty. I don’t make a lot of desserts but when I do I need a moist piece of…
Creole Contessa Recipes Top Eats of 2013
Creole Contessa Recipes Top Eats of 2013. Yes folks I have included my personal favorite recipes in one delicious section. Look no further than below and click a link to take a tour of food goodness! Also, while you’re checking out my top picks for 2013, don’t forget to enter the Kyvan foods giveaway (entry…
Toasted Coconut Pineapple Cake and a Vitamix Giveaway!
It’s the day after Christmas and I have CAKE, oh and a Vitamix Giveaway, (entry below) and don’t forget you can enter daily! Now, back to this light, fluffy, coco-nutty, pineappily (new word) cake! This cake is moist, fluffy, and delicious…I don’t have many words today because…I am still full from yesterday! All I can…
Vitamix 6000 Giveaway!!!!
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays! image provided by Vitamix Yes, I know you’re wondering what happened to Slow Cooker Sunday…we’re gonna have to reschedule due to unforeseen giveaway circumstances…!!!! You get a Vitamix, and you get a Vitamix, and you get a Vitamix…just kidding folks…I am not Oprah…lol…!!!!! But, one of you lucky people will get…
Easy Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe
Hey everyone, guess what? Yes…I know…we got CAKE! My Easy Moist Chocolate Cake Recipe is so simple. But there’s more…. We also have a 3 day quick Zulka Morena Pure Cane Sugar giveaway (entry below) and a chance to win a $500 Sur La Table gift card by Uploading your favorite sweet treat recipe with…
