Ree Drummond's Spicy Shrimp

Just saw her demo. this and give it to her father-in-law. Sure looked good, and he said he didn't deserve something SO delicious!!
(serves 6)

3 lbs. of unpeeled shrimp (21-26 count or larger)
1/2 cup EVOO
Kosher* salt and freshly* ground pepper
3 whole lemons (juice of)
1/4-1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
Tabasco
1 stick butter

Thoroughly rinse raw shrimp. Place in a large baking pan in a single layer. Over top, drizzle the olive oil. Generously sprinkle black pepper over to of the shrimp. Be very generous. Now sprinkle generously with salt. Squeeze the juice of the lemons over top of all the shrimp. GENEROUSLY drizzle Worcestershire all over the shrimp. Drizzle Tabasco to your desired temp. Some like it hot. Cut the butter into pats. Place the pats on top of the shrimp as evenly spaced as possible. Place the pan of shrimp under the broiler for just about 10 min. or until the shrimp are no longer translucent. Serve with a roll of crusty French bread to soak up all the glorious juices.

"It's not change that takes a long time. It's the DECISION to change that does. Change happens in an instant. Sometimes the Universe has to knock you to your knees one. last. time. in order for you to finally say, "Enough!"

Love,

MM

Itty-Bitty Taco Cups

You can create an instant party with these cuties!
(makes 24)

Coconut* oil cooking spray
24 wonton wrappers, each cut horizontally in half
1 T. veg. oil
8 oz. ground beef
1 T. taco seasoning (I use Trader Joe's*)
1/4 cup water
1&1/2 cup shredded 4 Mexican* cheeses
1/2 cup pico de gallo
1/4 cup sour cream
Chopped fresh cilantro
Hot sauce of your choice
Sliced jalapenos*
Sliced black olives*

Preheat oven to 375. Spray 24 mini muffin cups with cooking spray. Place 2 wonton halves in each cup, overlapping to form an X. Bake 6-8 min. or until golden brown and crisp. In a 10" skillet, heat oil on med.-high and brown beef until cooked through. Add taco season and water and simmer 1-2 min. or until thickened, stirring. In each wonton cup, layer scant 1 T. meat mixture and 1 T. cheese. Return to oven and bake 5 min. or until edges are golden brown. Top cups with pico de gallo and sour cream garnish with cilantro, hot sauce, jalapenos, and olives.

"Live life on purpose with purpose."

And, have FUN today!!

Love,

Machete Milletti

Finger Sammies #3

Minty Pea and Pecorino! Hmmmmmm...............Intriguing.
(Makes about 1 cup)

8 oz. frozen (thawed) petite peas (I use Trader Joe's*)
1/2 cup grated pecorino cheese
3 T. plain Greek yogurt
1/2 t. each kosher* salt and freshly* ground black pepper
2 T. finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1 T. snipped chives
White bread

In a food processor, pulse peas, pecorino, yogurt, and S&P until mostly smooth, scraping occasionally. Fold in the mint and chives. Serve sandwiched on the bread with crusts cut off, either in squares or circles with a 2" cutter.

"When your mind can't make sense of it, listen to your soul!"

Love,

MM

Finger Sammies #2

Crab, Mango and Cucumber!!!!! Holy Moly.
(makes about 2 cups)

8 oz. lump crab meat, picked over for shells*
1/2 cup very finely chopped ripe mango (Aldolfo* - if you can find it)
3 T. finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 T. EVOO
1 T. freshly* squeezed lime juice
1/2 t. coarse* kosher* salt
1/4 t. freshly* ground black pepper
Mini Persian* cucumbers, thinly sliced
Soft white bread, crusts removed

Stir together crab, mango, cilantro, oil, lime juice, and S&P until just combined. Place cucumber slices on sliced of bread. Top with crab salad, then more bread. Cut into squares or rounds with a 2" cutter.

"Trust God to supply all your needs."

Love,

Chef Machete Milletti

Finger Sammies - Three Ways

Pimiento Cheese. This is the first of the trio!
(makes about 2 cups)

1/2 lb. shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
3 oz. cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup pimientos, drained well and chopped
2 T. mayo.
2 t. freshly* squeezed lemon juice
1/8 t. cayenne pepper
Pumpernickle or rye bread, crusts cut off, and cut into squares or circles using a 2" cutter

In a med. bowl with mixer on med. speed, beat first 6 ingredients until well combined. Serve sandwiched between the pumpernickel or rye.

"It is to one's honor to avoid strife. Be slow to anger."

Have FUN - it's FRIDAY!!!

Love,

Machete Milletti

Fully Loaded Fried-Egg BLT

Wake up this morning with the most important meal of the day with this ultimate b-fast sammie!
(serves 4)

1 small ripe avocado
2 T. mayo.
1 T. fresh basil, finely chopped
1 t. freshly*squeezed lemon juice
1/4 t. kosher* salt
8 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
8 slices smoked uncured* bacon, cooked
4 butter lettuce leaves*
4 eggs, fried as desired

In a small bowl, mash avocado, mayo., basil, and lemon juice with salt. Spread evenly on 4 slices of bread; top each with tomato slices, 2 slices of bacon, 1 fried egg, butter lettuce leaf, and remaining bread slice.

"Know your dream. Be assertive and lead. Believe in your ability to figure things out, and GO!"

Love,

MM

Your Herb Farm!!

Here is my suggested list of essential culinary herbs that can be grown outside in pots, or indoors in a sunny window. Harvesting and using fresh ingredients makes all the difference!!

Rosemary
Thai Basil
Lemon Basil
Bay
Flat-leaf Parsley
Oregano
Varigated Sage
Cilantro
Dill
Lemon Thyme
Lime Thyme
Garlic Chives
Leeks
Green Onions
Mint
Sorrel
Tarragon

Working out on my balcony farm brings me SO much joy!!

"Old age ain't no place for sissies!"  ~ Bette Davis

Love,

MM