Of course you can't duplicate the experience of sitting under the seagrape and mangrove trees on Meads Beach in Anguilla at Blanchards Beach Shack, but you can enjoy an approximation of a Blanchards Big Bowl at home. The Beach Shack menu advertises "a full meal in a … [Read more...]
Nachos
When you arrive home from a long day (or perhaps two long days and a long night), sometimes nachos and a brewski call your name. This adaptable recipe is from Cooks Illustrated. Of course nachos are healthier with salsa and guacamole. But if you just want chips and … [Read more...]
Mushroom Enchiladas
Adapted from Blue Apron's delicious recipe. See Chicken Enchiladas for the meat version. 12 flour tortillas 1 cup long-grain white rice such as Uncle Ben's 28-ounce can tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes 12 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated 12 ounces mixed … [Read more...]
Chicken Enchiladas
Adapted from Blue Apron's delicious recipe for Mushroom Enchiladas. You can make Corona and Lime Shredded Mexican Chicken in a slow cooker for this and other dishes. Or you can use other fillings instead of chicken...crab is especially delicious, cooked ground beef … [Read more...]
Refried Beans
From Ree Drummond who is famous for her blog, The Pioneer Woman. Ree's recipes, definitely geared towards traditional American meat-eaters, always taste great. 1 pound dried pinto beans 1 onion, peeled and shredded 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 2 … [Read more...]