Air Fryer Sweet & Tangy Plantains

I love plantains! I used to pan fry them, but my air fryer does the trick brilliantly with almost no oil! ❤️ I’d only ever had them with sea salt, garlic and Parmesan so I decided to switch it up a bit and make an interpretation of Maduros. They were pretty dang good! Air FryerContinue reading “Air Fryer Sweet & Tangy Plantains”

Cheddar Zucchini Bake

I love zucchini and just so happened to have a couple in my fridge that I needed to use. This recipe is great if you’re on a budget and want something tasty and quick! So delicious and simple! 2 large Zucchini; chopped 1 Garlic Clove; minced ½ cup Sharp Cheddar ¼ cup Onion; chopped SaltContinue reading “Cheddar Zucchini Bake”

Copycat Restaurant Refried Beans

This is the closest I’ve gotten to mexican restaurant style refried beans. It’s so stinking flavorful and I make a point of prepping it as a side dish along side salsa rice for quesadillas, tacos, taco salads and burritos! ½ lb Bacon Ends; finely minced 1 small White Onion; finely chopped 1 small Jalapeño; coredContinue reading “Copycat Restaurant Refried Beans”

Elote (Mexican Street Corn) Casserole

Unfortunately corn is out of season right now, otherwise I would have used grilled corn instead of canned sweet corn but it still came out freaking amazing! I dipped tortilla chips in it and holy wow! It was so creamy and the sweetness of the corn with the spiciness of the chile peppers was delicious!Continue reading “Elote (Mexican Street Corn) Casserole”

Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

I made Chicken Enchiladas for dinner and they were amazing. If you don’t have the spice ingredients, you can certainly use premixed taco seasoning. I know that most recipes call for black olives over top, but I’m not a huge fan of them on my enchiladas. I baked the chicken so I could finish aContinue reading “Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas”

Southern Red Beans & Rice

One of my favorite southern side dishes! It goes great with dirty rice or, for a healthier alternative, brown rice. Not only does it make a great side dish, but it’s hearty enough to have as a main dish too. I make it every Mardi Gras with some delicious Louisiana Boudin and cornbread! 1 lbContinue reading “Southern Red Beans & Rice”

Leftover Cajun Stir Fry

Leftovers night! Repurposed shrimp, chicken thighs and sausage with fresh vegetables and tossed in Cajun spices. Added some steamed, lightly salted Brown Rice with a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Served with a vibrant Romaine salad, air fried mushrooms and Macaroni Salad. 2 cups leftover Shrimp, Chicken or Kielbasa 1 Tablespoon Peanut Oil 1 largeContinue reading “Leftover Cajun Stir Fry”

Mock Sausage McMuffin

This is such a quick, inexpensive and easy breakfast! Sausage, Egg and Cheese Muffins. It’s so simple and so delicious! Served with air fried Hash Browns and fresh fruit, it makes for a great start to any weekday. These freeze really well, so make a large batch, wrap them in foil and microwave, bake orContinue reading “Mock Sausage McMuffin”

Aloha Shrimp & Kielbasa Skewers

Halloween Hawaiian Luau night! Hawaiian Shrimp and Sausage Skewers, Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Portobellos, Air Fried Egg Rolls with Red Pepper Flake Sweet & Sour Sauce, Pomegranate and Walnut Romaine Salad. 1 pound raw Jumbo Shrimp 1 pound Kielbasa; cut into 1” slices 1 can Pineapple Chunks; reserve juice 1 large Red Bell Pepper; cutContinue reading “Aloha Shrimp & Kielbasa Skewers”

Air Fryer Bacon & 5 Cheese Macaroni

I made Air Fryer Mac and Cheese to go with my Smoked Pot Roast. Wow did it come out brilliantly, showing just how versatile this amazing countertop appliance can be. It’s brilliant for the summer months when your oven makes the kitchen unbearably hot. 1 ½ cups Elbow Pasta 2 Tablespoons Bacon Grease 1 cloveContinue reading “Air Fryer Bacon & 5 Cheese Macaroni”