Macaroni & Four Cheese
The Mac ‘n Cheese I make is the result of trial and error after reading and cooking many baked macaroni and cheese recipes. I read everything from Alton to Martha and came up with a concoction that my...
View ArticleABTs aka Jalapeño Poppers
This was my first time making Jalapeño Poppers, or ABTs as my friends over on the Big Green Egg forum call them. I’ll be honest, I didn’t really know what I was doing but those are the best meals....
View ArticleTaboule and Feta Dip
I take this to parties all the time. It is the easiest potluck dish, ever. No chopping or anything! All you need to do is buy three things: Taboule, Feta, and Pita Chips. Throw the taboule in a bowl:...
View ArticleCalico Beans
I learned how to make these Calico Beans in my early 20s from the mom of a friend. She said it was her go-to dish for potlucks. What I love most is how versatile it is — I’ve never made … Continue...
View ArticleJalapeño Shrimp Poppers
Last night I cooked Jalapeño Shrimp Poppers on the Big Green Egg. How can you go wrong with jalapeños stuffed with goat cheese and shrimp and then wrapped in bacon? You can’t! It’s seriously good and...
View ArticleSuper Bowl Sunday
I love Super Bowl Sunday! Not only because I’m a football fan, but also because it is a BIG food day! So, I put together a few of my favorite Football Foods for you to make for your friends and …...
View ArticleShrimp Burgers with Wasabi Aioli
Last night I made Jay’s Shrimp Burgers with Wasabi Aioli. Jay is a fellow EggHead (Big Green Egg enthusiast) and we were lucky enough to eat his Shrimp Burgers at the Sunshine State Eggfest in March...
View ArticleChicken Bombs
Chicken Bombs are when chicken and jalapeño poppers collide. It’s chicken stuffed with a jalapeño that has been stuffed with cheese and then it’s all wrapped in bacon. Awesome, right?! You can fill the...
View ArticleGreen Lightning Shrimp
Last week I made Steven Raichlen’s Green Lightning Shrimp. You can find his recipe HERE. The marinade is simple: Cilantro, jalapeños, scallions, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, olive oil, and fresh lime...
View ArticleSpicy Pear and Mango Salsa
The other night I threw together a few ingredients and made this Spicy Pear and Mango Salsa: I like easy recipes that are full of flavor with just a handful of ingredients, and this is definitely one...
View ArticleBeef Spare Ribs
Last Saturday, I woke up and made a list of my goals for the day: hold the couch down, watch football, and cook/eat beef ribs. And that’s exactly what I did. My butcher had 4 packs of meaty beef spare...
View ArticleJalamango Lime Wings
Back in February, my friend, Craig Dyal, posted his recipe for Jalamango Lime Wings on the Big Green Egg Forum. I finally made them last night and the first thing I thought was: What the heck took me...
View ArticlePulled Pork with Carolina Slaw
I’m probably going to get crucified by my fellow EggHeads for this, but since not everyone owns a Big Green Egg or a smoker, here it goes: Oven Pulled Pork topped with Carolina Slaw! That’s right. . ....
View Article15 Memorial Day Weekend Recipes
Memorial Day is a special day where we honor the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. As we remember our heroes, many of us will gather with...
View ArticleMuffin Pan Potato Gratins
I saw this recipe by Martha Stewart on Pinterest last month. It looked and sounded great but the first thing I thought was: that needs Gruyère. I’ve made these Muffin Pan Potato Gratins several times...
View ArticleEasy Tzatziki Recipe
Tzatziki is a Greek sauce served with grilled meats or as a dip. The other night I created this easy tzatziki recipe to serve with lamb kofta kebabs. This tzatziki sauce is a cinch to make and you only...
View ArticleKofta Kebabs
There are so many different variations of kofta kebabs but most consist of ground meat—usually lamb or beef—mixed with herbs, spices and onions. I have eaten several variations all over the world but...
View ArticlePão de Queijo
Pão de Queijo (“cheese bread” in Portuguese) is a small, airy, cheesy roll: They are made with tapioca flour: So if you are one of the many who avoid gluten, this is a bread you can eat! And it’s a …...
View ArticleFresh Berries with Mascarpone Cream
This is my go-to dessert when entertaining. It's perfect for an elegant brunch or summer BBQ. The post Fresh Berries with Mascarpone Cream appeared first on Necessary Indulgences.
View ArticleCaribbean Jerk Chicken Wings
Caribbean Jerk Dry Rub and my method for crispy chicken wings on the Big Green Egg. The post Caribbean Jerk Chicken Wings appeared first on Necessary Indulgences.
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