Kitchen Closed, Long John Silver’s tonight!
November 23, 2020 at 6:58 PM | Posted in fish, seafood | Leave a commentTags: Battered Cod, Cole Slaw, Cooking, Dinner, Food, Hush Puppies, Long John Silver's, recipes, Seafood, Shrimp
Today’s Menu: Captain D’s – Battered Cod and Shrimp
I Poached an Egg and served it on a toasted slice of Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bread. I also had 2 Johnsonville Turkey Breakfast Sausage Links. Had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green 
Tea also. 39 degrees and a cold wind blowing this morning. Mostly cloudy and 44 degrees for the day, it felt a lot cooler with the wind we had. Cleaned the kitchen today. I started with the microwave and then cleaned all the kitchen counters and wiped them down with Lysol Disinfectant Wipes. Then cleaned the fridge and freezers. The Kitchen is closed today. Mom wanted Long John Silver’s tonight!
Mom wanted Long John Silver’s tonight so that’s what we are having. We each had a 2 Piece Battered Cod and a side of 3 Shrimp. Mom also had a side of Cole Slaw and Hush Puppies. Kitchen 
reopens tomorrow, stay safe and take care all!
Leftovers – Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo
October 20, 2020 at 7:01 PM | Posted in Butterball Smoked Turkey Sausage, gumbo, Jennie-O, Jennie-O Turkey Products, leftovers, Zatarain's | Leave a commentTags: Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage, Cooking, Dinner, Food, Gumbo, Lefovers, Meijer Jumbo Shrimp, Pasta, recipes, Seafood, Zatarain’s New Orleans Style Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix
Today’s Menu: Leftovers – Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo
For Breakfast I toasted a Thomas Light English Muffin that I topped with Smucker’s Sugar Free Blackberry Jam. Also had my morning cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. Still raining early this morning
and stopped about 10:00 this morning. Cloudy and a high of 60 degrees out. After Lunch I spent most of the day helping Mom clean out her walk in closet. We pitched a lot of stuff. Later I took some clothes she no longer wanted to the Good Will Store. So for Dinner tonight I reheat the Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo leftover from last night’s Dinner. I never let these leftovers go to waste! I’ve left the original post from last night for the recipe description and recipe. Enjoy and Stay Safe!
Always one of my favorite meals tonight, Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo! To make it I used a box of Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix for the Gumbo base, 1 1/2 Butterball 
Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausages (sliced into bite size slices), a bag of Meijer Brand Jumbo Shrimp and Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. I precooked the Sausage and Shrimp, according to the package instructions, before adding it to the Gumbo.
The Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix uses Pasta instead of Rice. It’s very easy to prepare, takes about 25-30 minutes. To start; I just boil the stock that’s in the packet, add the sliced Turkey 
Sausage to the stock along with a few shakes of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce and continued to cook for 10-15 minutes. Then I added the Shrimp and simmered another 2-3 minutes. And the Gumbo is ready to serve and It turns out fantastic! Nice flavor, incredible tasting stock, meaty Shrimp and Sausage, and plenty of Pasta, makes one easily prepared hearty and delicious dish. Plus enough leftovers for a couple of lunches too! Then for Dessert later I had a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding.
Zatarain’s New Orleans Style Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix
Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix is an easy-to-prepare mix that has just the right blend of ingredients for a great-tasting, authentic New Orleans style meal. With Zatarain’s New Orleans style pasta dinners, you can enjoy the fun of pasta and the authentic flavor of New Orleans! Just add ground beef to complete this easy-to-prepare dinner your whole family will love.
Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix:
* A New Orleans tradition since 1889
* Add meat to make a complete meal
Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo
October 19, 2020 at 7:14 PM | Posted in Butterball Smoked Turkey Sausage, gumbo, seafood, shrimp, Zatarain's | Leave a commentTags: Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausage, Cooking, Dinner, Food, Gumbo, Meijer Jumbo Shrimp, Pasta, recipes, Seafood, Zatarain’s New Orleans Style Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix
Today’s Menu: Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo
For Breakfast this morning I prepared a Diced Potatoes and Ham Skillet for Breakfast. I used 1 package of Simply Potatoes Steakhouse Seasoned Diced Potatoes and a package of Meijer Diced Ham to prepare it. Just cook the Potatoes according to the package instructions and with about 5 minutes of cooking time left add the Diced Ham. I topped it with a sprinkle of Sargento Off the Block Sharp Cheddar Cheese and a Sunny Side Egg. I also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. 58 degrees and rain, a lot of rain! Not a lot to do today. Cleaned and straightened the pantry and both freezers. Not much else to do. So for Dinner tonight I prepared a personal favorite, Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo.
Nothing better than a bowl of Chili or Gumbo on a cold and rainy Fall Day! And Gumbo is always one of my favorite meals, Shrimp and Smoked Turkey Sausage Gumbo! To make it I used a box of Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix for the Gumbo base, 1 1/2 Butterball Hardwood Smoked Turkey Sausages (sliced into bite size slices), a bag of Meijer Brand Jumbo Shrimp and Frank’s Red Hot Sauce. I precooked the Sausage and Shrimp, according to the package instructions, before adding it to the Gumbo.
The Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix uses Pasta instead of Rice. It’s very easy to prepare, takes about 25-30 minutes. To start; I just boil the stock that’s in the packet, add the sliced Turkey Sausage to the stock along with a few shakes of Frank’s Red Hot Sauce and continued to cook for 10-15 minutes. Then I added the Shrimp and simmered another 2-3 minutes. And the Gumbo is ready to serve and It turns out fantastic! Nice flavor, incredible tasting stock, meaty Shrimp and Sausage, and plenty of Pasta, makes one easily prepared hearty and delicious dish. Plus enough leftovers for a couple of lunches too! Then for Dessert later I had a Del Monte Diced Peach Cup.
Zatarain’s New Orleans Style Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix
Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix is an easy-to-prepare mix that has just the right blend of ingredients for a great-tasting, authentic New Orleans style meal. With Zatarain’s New Orleans style pasta dinners, you can enjoy the fun of pasta and the authentic flavor of New Orleans! Just add ground beef to complete this easy-to-prepare dinner your whole family will love.
Zatarain’s Gumbo Pasta Dinner Mix:
* A New Orleans tradition since 1889
* Add meat to make a complete meal
Diabetic Dish of the Week – Lemon Caper Tilapia
October 6, 2020 at 6:02 AM | Posted in diabetes friendly, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week | Leave a commentTags: Capers, Cooking, Cooking spray, Diabetes, Diabetes Self Management, Diabetic Dish of the Week, Fish, Food, Lemon Caper Tilapia, Lemon juice, Lemon Zest, recipes, Seafood, Tilapia Fillets, White Wine
This week’s Diabetic Dish of the Week – Lemon Caper Tilapia. To make this week’s dish you’ll be needing Cooking Spray, Tilapia Fillets, Lemon Juice, Lemon Zest, White Wine, and Capers. Love that Tiapia! The recipe is from the Diabetes Self Management website where you can find a huge selection of Diabetic Friendly Recipes, Diabetes News, Diabetes Management Tips, and more! You can also subscribe to the Diabetes Self Management Magazine. Each issue is packed with Diabetes News and Diabetic Friendly Recipes. I’ve left a link to subscribe at the end of the post. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/
Lemon Caper Tilapia
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 7–9 minutes.
Ingredients
Cooking spray
2 teaspoons reduced-fat margarine
2 (4-ounce) tilapia fillets
1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon white wine
1 tablespoon capers
Directions
Yield: 2 servings
Serving size: 1 fillet
1 – Coat a nonstick skillet with cooking spray and warm over medium heat. Melt margarine in the skillet, then add tilapia fillets. Cook fish 2–3 minutes on each side, or until it flakes easily when pierced with a fork. Transfer fish to a serving dish and cover to keep warm. To skillet, add lemon juice, lemon zest, wine, and capers; stir to combine. Cook 1 minute then pour over fish.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 115 calories, Carbohydrates: 1 g, Protein: 21 g, Fat: 3 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Sodium: 220 mg, Fiber: <1 g
https://www.diabetesselfmanagement.com/recipes/main-dishes/lemon-caper-tilapia/
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Panko Crusted Orange Roughy Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Fries
September 26, 2020 at 7:12 PM | Posted in fish, Healthy Life Whole Grain Breads, Ore - Ida | 2 CommentsTags: baking, Cooking, Dinner, Fish, Food, Healthy Life Wheat Buns, Orange Roughy, Ore Ida Crinkle Cut Fries, recipes, Seafood, Shake and Bake Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs
Today’s Menu: Panko Crusted Orange Roughy Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Fries
For Breakfast this morning I had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. 82 degrees and mostly sunny. This is our warmest day in a while. Went to Home Depot after Breakfast. Then on the way back
stopped at the ATM, got gas, and got the car washed. Back home did a little yard work. Boy we really need a good rain, everything is turning brown. For Dinner tonight its a Panko Crusted Orange Roughy Fish Sandwich w/ Baked Fries.
I had picked up a couple of Orange Roughy Fillet at Jungle Jim’s International Market a while back and had it in the freezer. I sat a bag in the fridge overnight to thaw. To make it I’ll need; the 
Orange Roughy Fillet, McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Peppercorn Medley, Flour, Egg Beater’s (1/2 cup), Hungarian Paprika, and Shake and Bake Panko Bread Crumbs. I’ll serve it on a Aunt Millie’s Reduced Calorie Whole Grain Hamburger Bun. I first Seasoned the Fillet with the McCormick Grinders of Sea Salt and Peppercorn Medley. Next I seasoned the Flour with the added Hungarian Paprika. Then rolled the Fillet in the Flour, next to the Egg Beater’s, and finally in the Panko Bread Crumbs.
I grabbed a skillet, sprayed it with Pam Non Stick Cooking Spray, added 1/2 tablespoon of Extra Light Olive Oil, and heated the skillet on medium heat. With the skillet heated I added my Fillet. I
fried it for 3 minutes per side. It fried up perfect! Golden Brown on the outside and a moist center. I served it on the Aunt Millie’s Bun. Orange Roughy has such a good taste to it, it’s a very mild Fish. Makes the perfect Fish Sandwich!
As my Orange Roughy was cooking I turned the oven on to 425 degrees and baked my Fries. I used Ore Ida Crinkle Cut Fries. Like all the Ore Ida Products, they are easy to prepare and delicious. I
just baked them for 19 minutes and done! Served them with a side of Hunt’s Ketchup. For Dessert later a Jello Sugar Free Dark Chocolate Pudding.
Orange Roughy Fillet
Orange Roughy
The orange roughy, also known as the red roughy, slimehead and deep sea perch, is a relatively large deep-sea fish belonging to the slimehead family. The UK Marine Conservation Society has categorized orange roughy as “vulnerable to exploitation”. Wikipedia
Protein. Orange roughy and tilapia serve as a rich source of protein, although tilapia provides slightly more; tilapia has 45.5 grams per serving and orange roughy has 38.9 grams per serving. The protein in these varieties of fish is considered complete, meaning that they contain all nine essential amino acids.
Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs
September 22, 2020 at 7:02 PM | Posted in pasta, Pasta Roni, seafood, shrimp | Leave a commentTags: baking, Cooking, Dinner, Food, Old Bay Seasoning, Pasta, Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs, recipes, Seafood, Shrimp
Today’s Menu: Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs
To start my day off I prepared some Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns and heated up some Kroger Diced Ham. I made a bed of the Hash Browns in a bowl and sprinkled some Sargento
Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Next I put the Diced Ham over top the Hash Browns. One of my favorite Breakfast Dishes. Also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. 75 degrees and partly cloudy out today. Got the cart out and finished up some yard work. Then I washed and cleaned the remaining outdoor chairs. Stored 2 of the 4 in the shed. For Dinner tonight a favorite of mine, Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni.
So for the Shrimp part of the dish I used Meijer Brand Frozen Jumbo Shrimp. This is my frozen Shrimp of choice, best I’ve found. I had them in the freezer so I let them thaw overnight in the fridge.
I love Shrimp and all Seafood. For the Shrimp; I started by rinsing the Shrimp off in cold water and letting it dry in a colander. Using a medium size skillet, that I sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray and a 1 tablespoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, that I heated on medium heat. I seasoned them with Old Bay Seasoning and a sprinkle of Morton’s Lite Salt and added the Shrimp to the skillet. Cooked them 2 minutes per side, turning the Shrimp once. And as the Shrimp was cooking I started to prepare the Pasta.
I love having Shrimp with the Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs. It comes with the Pasta Special Seasonings Packet and I added; 1 1/3 cups of water, 2/3 cups of 2% milk, and 2 tablespoons
of Blue Bonnet Light Butter. Then to prepare it; In a medium saucepan bring water, milk, margarine or butter to a boil. Then slowly stir in pasta and Special Seasonings. Separate pasta with a fork, if needed. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Boil uncovered, 4-5 min. or until pasta is just tender, stirring frequently. Sauce will be thin. Let stand 3-5 min. to thicken. There’s 2 servings per box, leftovers coming tomorrow. Nice seasoning and the Parmesan Sauce is very flavorful. I topped the Pasta with some Kraft Reduced Fat Grated Parmesan Cheese and the Shrimp. Too good, this makes one easily prepared and delicious Shrimp and Pasta Dish! For Dessert/Snack later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Snyder’s Pretzels with a Coke Zero to drink.
Pasta Roni Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs
Our Pasta Roni Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs flavor blends delicate angel hair pasta in a creamy herb sauce with other natural flavors. This delicately flavored dish is the perfect complement to your family’s favorite Italian-inspired recipes.
What You’ll Do
1 – In a medium saucepan bring water, milk and butter or margarine to a boil. Then slowly stir in pasta and Special Seasonings. Separate pasta with a fork, if needed. Return to a boil.
2 – Reduce heat to medium. Boil uncovered, 4-5 min. or until pasta is just tender, stirring frequently.
3 – Sauce will be thin. Let stand 3-5 min. to thicken.
http://www.ricearoni.com/products/Pasta_Roni/Angel_Hair_Pasta_with_Herb
Shrimp Health Benefits……….
Shrimp may have a variety of health benefits. It is high in several vitamins and minerals, and is a rich source of protein. Eating shrimp may also promote heart and brain health due to its content of omega-3 fatty acids and the antioxidant astaxanthin ( 6 , 11 , 12 , 13 ).
Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs
September 22, 2020 at 7:00 PM | Posted in pasta, Pasta Roni, seafood, shrimp | Leave a commentTags: baking, Cooking, Dinner, Food, Old Bay Seasoning, Pasta, Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs, recipes, Seafood, Shrimp
Today’s Menu: Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs
To start my day off I prepared some Simply Potatoes Shredded Hash Browns and heated up some Kroger Diced Ham. I made a bed of the Hash Browns in a bowl and sprinkled some Sargento Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese. Next I put the Diced Ham over top the Hash Browns. One of my favorite Breakfast Dishes. Also had a cup of Bigelow Decaf Green Tea. 75 degrees and partly cloudy out today. Got the cart out and finished up some yard work. Then I washed and cleaned the remaining outdoor chairs. Stored 2 of the 4 in the shed. For Dinner tonight a favorite of mine, Shrimp w/ Pasta Roni.
So for the Shrimp part of the dish I used Meijer Brand Frozen Jumbo Shrimp. This is my frozen Shrimp of choice, best I’ve found. I had them in the freezer so I let them thaw overnight in the fridge. 
I love Shrimp and all Seafood. For the Shrimp; I started by rinsing the Shrimp off in cold water and letting it dry in a colander. Using a medium size skillet, that I sprayed with Pam Cooking Spray and a 1 tablespoon of Extra Virgin Olive Oil, that I heated on medium heat. I seasoned them with Old Bay Seasoning and a sprinkle of Morton’s Lite Salt and added the Shrimp to the skillet. Cooked them 2 minutes per side, turning the Shrimp once. And as the Shrimp was cooking I started to prepare the Pasta.
I love having Shrimp with the Pasta Roni – Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs. It comes with the Pasta Special Seasonings Packet and I added; 1 1/3 cups of water, 2/3 cups of 2% milk, and 2 tablespoons of Blue Bonnet Light Butter. Then to prepare it; In a medium saucepan bring water, milk, margarine or butter to a boil. Then slowly stir in pasta and Special Seasonings. Separate pasta with a fork, if needed. Return to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Boil uncovered, 4-5 min. or until pasta is just tender, stirring frequently. Sauce will be thin. Let stand 3-5 min. to thicken. There’s 2 servings per box, leftovers coming tomorrow. Nice seasoning and the Parmesan Sauce is very flavorful. I topped the Pasta with some Kraft Reduced Fat Grated Parmesan Cheese and the Shrimp. Too good, this makes one easily prepared and delicious Shrimp and Pasta Dish! For Dessert/Snack later a 100 Calorie Mini Bag of Snyder’s Pretzels with a Coke Zero to drink.
Pasta Roni Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs
Our Pasta Roni Angel Hair Pasta with Herbs flavor blends delicate angel hair pasta in a creamy herb sauce with other natural flavors. This delicately flavored dish is the perfect complement to your family’s favorite Italian-inspired recipes.
What You’ll Do
1 – In a medium saucepan bring water, milk and butter or margarine to a boil. Then slowly stir in pasta and Special Seasonings. Separate pasta with a fork, if needed. Return to a boil.
2 – Reduce heat to medium. Boil uncovered, 4-5 min. or until pasta is just tender, stirring frequently.
3 – Sauce will be thin. Let stand 3-5 min. to thicken.
http://www.ricearoni.com/products/Pasta_Roni/Angel_Hair_Pasta_with_Herb
Shrimp Health Benefits……….
Shrimp may have a variety of health benefits. It is high in several vitamins and minerals, and is a rich source of protein. Eating shrimp may also promote heart and brain health due to its content of omega-3 fatty acids and the antioxidant astaxanthin ( 6 , 11 , 12 , 13 ).
Quick and Easy Diabetic Recipes
September 15, 2020 at 6:01 AM | Posted in diabetes, diabetes friendly, Eating Well | Leave a commentTags: baking, Beans, Chicken, Cooking, EatingWell, Eggs, Food, Grilling, Ground Turkey, mushrooms, Orzo, Pasta, Pork, Quick and Easy Diabetic Recipes, recipes, salsa, Seafood, Shrimp
From the EatingWell website and Magazine its Quick and Easy Diabetic Recipes. Find some Delicious, Quick and Easy Diabetic Recipes with recipes including Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached Egg, Mushroom-Swiss Turkey Burgers, and Lemon Shrimp and Orzo Salad. Find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. You can also subscribe to one of my favorite Magazines, the EatingWell Magazine. So find these recipes and more all at the EatingWell website. Enjoy and Eat Healthy in 2020! http://www.eatingwell.com/
Quick and Easy Diabetic Recipes
Find healthy, delicious quick and easy diabetic recipes, from the food and nutrition experts at EatingWell.
Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached Egg
In Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand………………………
Mushroom-Swiss Turkey Burgers
In this gluten-free turkey burger recipe, lean ground turkey stands in for ground beef, and portobello mushrooms produce a juicy, flavorful alternative to the traditional bun. Melted Swiss cheese, sliced tomato and arugula top off this delicious low-carb dinner!…………………………..
Lemon Shrimp and Orzo Salad
Consider making a double batch of this easy pasta salad–it’s delicious the next day. The orzo will absorb the dressing as it sits, so add a little more olive oil and lemon juice if you’d like…………………….
* Click the link below to get all the Quick and Easy Diabetic Recipes
http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/18338/health-condition/diabetic/quick-easy/
Kitchen Hint of the Day!
September 1, 2020 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | 2 CommentsTags: baking, Cooking, Cooking Tips, Fish, Food, Grilling, Kitchen Hints, recipes, Roasting, Seafood
Eat More Fish……………………..
Fish is a low-fat high quality protein. Fish is filled with omega-3 fatty acids and vitamins such as D and B2 (riboflavin). Fish is rich in calcium and phosphorus and a great source of minerals, such as iron, zinc, iodine, magnesium, and potassium. Eat More Fish!
Kitchen Hint of the Day!
August 22, 2020 at 6:00 AM | Posted in Kitchen Hints | Leave a commentTags: baking, Cooking, Cooking Tips, Fish, Food, Grilling, Kitchen Hints, Omega-3 fatty acid, recipes, Seafood, Tuna
Tuna is healthy………………..
Tuna, for its part, is a source of high-quality protein with almost no fat. It contains all essential amino acids required by the body for growth and maintenance of lean muscle tissue. Canned tuna can be a good source of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, with 150 milligrams or more per four-ounce serving.
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