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 | 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...
by PJ Ball | Aug 19, 2022 | Fish, Main Course
Serves 4Prep time: 10 minutesInactive time: 1 hourCook time: 12-15 minutesRest time: 5-10 minutesTotal time: 1 1/2 hoursIngredients:2 pounds Salmon, skin on (wild caught is always best if available)1 tablespoon kosher salt3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more...
by T1 Ball | Apr 4, 2022 | Main Course, Pork
Ingredients 6 – 9 lbs pork shoulder 2/3 cup salt 1/3 cup ground pepper Directions Combine salt and pepper and apply to washed pork shoulder. Cook pork shoulder, preferably in smoker, at 250f to 300f for about 4 hours… until internal temp is about 160F. When pork...
by PJ Ball | Mar 19, 2022 | Chicken, Main Course
Serves 4Prep time: 20 minutesCook time: 30 minutesTotal time: 50 minutes Ingredients 8 (5- to 7-ounce) bone-in chicken thighs, trimmed of any excess skin and fat Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for finishing before serving3 ounces...
by PJ Ball | Mar 8, 2022 | Main Course, Soup
I have never been a fan of tomato soup, except for this version…. yes please! Make this on a cold day, and serve with a slice of warm bread, grilled cheese sandwich, or your favorite panini on the side. Serves 6-8 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes...