It’s Shrimp Alfredo time!!!! I love making fresh Alfredo for my family. Alfredo has always been one of my favorite dishes, which is why over the past 25 plus years I’ve worked on mastering the recipe. Over the years I’ve experimented with everything from different cheeses to replacing some of the cream with Greek yogurt….
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Creole Spaghetti
Okay people! I was supposed to share this recipe for my Creole Spaghetti over a year ago. I do apologize. Life got in the way. There was a major car accident that I was in. Like ten cars hit me. Two trucks directly. Let’s just say I’ve been through a lot but due to the…
Gruyere Mac and Cheese
I finally get to share one of my favorite Mac and Cheese recipes with y’all! This here Gruyere Mac and Cheese is the best mac and cheese in the world. Yes, I said the world! I make this all of the time for Summer because it’s her favorite too. Now before we get started let…
Muffuletta Pasta Salad
With Mardi Gras fast approaching I’m super excited about today’s recipe! Muffuletta Pasta Salad is one of my quick and easy go-to recipes for the ultimate side dish. Who doesn’t love a good muffuletta sandwich? Personally, I love anything that contains muffuletta ingredients! From pasta, sandwiches, pizza rolls… How can you not enjoy lots of…
Bolognese Sauce
I am so excited about my favorite Bolognese Sauce recipe today! First, let me tell the truth that my baby girl Summer made the Bolognese Sauce tonight. It’s my recipe but Summer was in charge of cooking dinner tonight. I was in charge of everything else but Summer makes some great sauce y’all! It’s almost…
Indian Pasta Salad
I know everyone is busy shopping and enjoying family but you still gotta eat! My Indian Pasta Salad is the perfect quick snack to have in the refrigerator for your out of town guest who may be tired of Turkey! Pasta salad is something I always keep in my fridge because it’s a great way…
Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with 6 Cheeses
If you’re looking for a quick side dish this holiday season, I have the perfect recipe. My Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese with 6 Cheeses is the ultimate cheesy side dish! Yes folks, that’s SIX cheeses, because one cheese wouldn’t make this the rich, delicious, cheesy dish that’s required of holiday eating. It’s no hidden…
Pasta with Eggplant, Sausage, and Pancetta
I am cooking a real special meal today! Big Goo brought home two beautiful eggplants and I thought this would be perfect to make my favorite pasta dish. Pasta with Eggplant, Sausage and Pancetta! Traditionally I make this dish minus the eggplant but I wanted to veggie up dinner! I started by roasting the eggplant…
Zucchini Pasta with Tomato Sauce
The wonderful people at OXO was kind enough to send me their new Hand Held Spiralizer for recipe development. My Zucchini Pasta with Tomato Sauce is the perfect dish to use my new favorite kitchen gadget. I normally make this Spicy Tomato Sauce with Pasta but using Zucchini and Squash is the perfect way to…
Creamy Sausage Alfredo
If you’re looking for a quick and easy week night dinner, look no further! My Creamy Sausage Alfredo is ready in less than 20 minutes and is beyond delicious. Why purchase store-bought Alfredo sauce when you can make you’re own in minutes? First, I took fresh Italian Sausage, cooked them with onion, garlic and spices….
Cajun Jambalaya Pasta Cheesecake Factory Copycat
My Cajun Jambalaya Pasta Cheesecake Factory Copycat recipe is a true PARTY in YOUR MOUTH! Yes, I’ve eaten this dish numerous times at the Cheesecake Factory, and YES it’s delicious. When my foodie friend Miss Lady asked me to recreate this recipe I knew I was about to take this dish to another level. I…
Cajun Lasagna
I’ve decided to cook my delicious Cajun Lasagna that’s not only perfect for Sunday dinner, it also makes the perfect leftovers for lunch throughout the week! I should call this Mama’s Big Bad Lasagna because that’s really what we’re creating people. I cooked up a big batch of my favorite ragu sauce which includes ground…
Cajun Chicken Alfredo
I have the perfect chicken recipe for you today! Easy, Tasty, and Quick, that’s what my Cajun Chicken Alfredo is all about. The wonderful people at Perdue Farms were kind enough to send me their PERDUE® PERFECT PORTIONS® Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs for recipe development. Perdue Farms is a family owned and operated company for…
Smoked Mozzarella Pasta Bake with Chicken & Bacon
I recently spoke with you about my collaboration with CookingPlanit and Formaggio Cheese. Well folks, today is the big day. The official start of the CookingPlanit Formaggio Mozzarella Cheese Challenge (entry information below). People, we have cheese!!! The wonderful people at Formaggio Cheese sent me all kinds of Mozzarella cheeses. Yes, I have a big…
Simple Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet
Want a new way to enjoy a cheeseburger? Then try this fun Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet that has all of the flavors of your favorite fast food item! Ground beef, cheese, tomato sauce, and ketchup make this Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet dish taste like the iconic on-the-go standby but in the form of a skillet. Add…
Cheesy Picnic Pasta Salad
Tomorrow is National Grilled Cheese Month, YES, I will be making numerous grilled cheeses to post on the blog all month. In honor of such a wonderful month I wanted to start off with something real cheesy! My Picnic Pasta Salad is loaded with four cheeses, yes four. I added Swiss, Cheddar, Jack and…
Baked Fettuccine Alfredo with Mini Italian Sausage Meatballs
My Baked Fettuccine Alfredo with Mini Italian Sausage Meatballs is a really simple dish to prepare. This dish can be prepared in advanced, frozen or by pass the baking part all together and eat straight out the pot! It’s not a hidden secret that I love Italian food, especially pasta. Fettuccine Alfredo is one of…
Rigatoni with Sausage and Asparagus
Things have been so hectic around my house lately. I am all about cooking quick meals that makes great leftovers. My Rigatoni with Sausage and Asparagus, and lots of parmigiano reggiano cheese is a perfect quick, flavorful meal. I started off by bringing a large pot of salted water to boil. Drop in asparagus and…
Spaghetti Casserole with Andouille Sausage
It’s Day 2 of Casserole Week with Creole Contessa and I’ve just created some serious Casserole Goodness! My Baked Spaghetti Casserole with Andouille Sausage is just plain YUM! I can’t really explain the level of baked goodness happening, so you must make this dish to fully understand what I am talking about… It’s filled with…
Pork Pasta with Chicken & Broccoli
I know what you’re thinking, double pork pasta? Yes, Bacon and Genoa Salami they go great together. Start with 6 slices of thick cut bacon, then cut it into strips. Slice the Genoa Salami into strips as well. Fry bacon first for about 5 minutes then add Genoa Salami and cook another 4-5 minutes. Garnish…
