Author: Anne Milneck (Anne Milneck)

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GUTS & GLORY POPUP DINNER

Farm-fresh produce, Gulf seafood, cool cocktails plus the brightest culinary minds in Baton Rouge. That’s the formula that went into making the first annual Guts & Glory Popup Dinner a delicious success. All for a good cause–100% of the proceeds went to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation LA/MS. Store owner Anne is acting president and the...

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Gruyere Polenta Cakes with Smoky Shrimp, Mushrooms & Andouille

This dish scores big points for flavor, ease and show stopping good looks. Sweet shrimp play alongside the smoky andouille and umami-rich mushrooms. Make the polenta the day before and give them a quick dredge and sear to serve as the base for the rich topping. Thanks to In Register for featuring this dish in their May...

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Thai Coconut Shrimp Soup

We love this soup for so many reasons: it’s comforting, customizable and quick! Shallot Extra Virgin Olive combines with Island Coconut Blend and Thai Red Curry Powder for rich, aromatic flavors. The Smoked Sweet Paprika does its job delivering a hint of smokiness without overpowering the soup. Ready in under an hour and oh, so satisfying.

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Quick Pad Thai

Pad Thai is a stir fry that comes together in less than 30 minutes. It requires little more than pantry staples – including our Schichimi Togarashi and Roasted Chile Avocado Oil. Plus, it’s a great dish for sweeping the fridge. Add in bits of veggies, leftover chicken or frozen shrimp, and you’ve got a delicious...

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Thai Lettuce Wraps

If Taco Tuesday is a mainstay in your week, then consider adding in Thai Thursday with these flavor-filled wraps. Keep your pantry stocked with a few Asian condiments – including our Key Lime Avocado Oil and White Balsamic Vinegar – and you’ll be all set. Make a big batch of the meat filling and freeze...

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Aromatic Spiced Rice

Watch a simple pot of rice rise to the occasion with the addition of a few aromatic spices. We love the punch from the cinnamon, cardamom and peppercorns. Turmeric adds zip and glorious, golden color. Your work time on this one is under 20 minutes. The aroma alone will have you eating it by itself....

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Roasted Sweet Potato QUICHE

We can always count on Teaching Kitchen instructor Lili Courtney to bring big flavor to the party. This quiche is no exception. Fig Balsamic goes to work to roast the sweet red onions. The sweet potatoes are roasted in Garlic Maple Rub and Roasted Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Then they all join the party...

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Blueberry Muffin Bread

Simple and delicious. And guaranteed to be devoured. Everything you love about a blueberry muffin in loaf size. The one-two punch of Almond Extract in combo with Vanilla Extract give this bread delicious flavor that perfectly accompanies the blueberries.

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Red Beans and Rice

This This Monday staple does not get much simpler that this! Everything in a pot. Bring to a boil, then slow simmer. Red Bean Seasoning does the work in this perfectly-spiced recipe. We love this blend for red beans – and all beans. It does wonders in a pot of black eyed peas. Red Bean...