by PJ Ball | Sep 10, 2022 | Soup
So easy I’m almost embarrassed to add it, but it is so good! Great for an easy weeknight meal, or on a cold day. Great leftover too! Cook time: 1 hour 10 minutesServes: 6 Ingredients:2 pounds ground beef2 packages taco seasoning (1/2 cup, if using bulk)2...
by PJ Ball | Aug 24, 2022 | Side Dish
This is the best recipe if you’re looking for a light, fluffy rice! Serves 6 to 8Time: 45 minutes Ingredients:2 cups long grain white rice (basmati is my favorite)1 tablespoon butter (unsalted or salted)3 cups water1 teaspoon salt (kosher or table) Place rice in...
by PJ Ball | Aug 24, 2022 | Main Course, Soup
A delicious and economic crowd pleaser. Red beans and rice are a Monday evening tradition in our house, as they are in southern Louisiana as well. Serves 6-8Time: 2 1/4 hours, plus 8 hours soaking Ingredients:3 tablespoons table salt1 gallon water 1 pound...
by PJ Ball | Aug 20, 2022 | Salads, Side Dish
Serves 2-3Prep time: 15 minutesRest time: At least 30 minutes Ingredients:1 Mango1 Serrano pepper3 tablespoons purple onion, finely diced1/4 cup chopped cilantro1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Peel and dice mango into 1/2″ pieces and place in a bowl (you should have...
by PJ Ball | Aug 20, 2022 | Fish, Main Course
This is such an easy recipe, and can be easily adapted to the number of servings you want and the type of fish you have. My preference is a white fish, such as tilapia or cod fillets. A cast iron skillet is best, but a nonstick skillet will work. Prep time: 5...