Perfectly Grilled Corn on the Cob

Ingredients 4 ears corn on the cob, still in husks 2 tablespoons butter ½ teaspoon sea salt freshly cracked black pepper, optional Instructions Preheat a grill to medium-high (~400F) or start a campfire so you will have embers to work with. Cut the silk ends off the corn … Continued

Pesto Pasta with Chicken

Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste ½ cup pesto sauce ⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips Directions Bring a large pot … Continued

BBQ Chicken Quesadillas

Ingredients ½ small red onion 2 limes ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon cooking oil 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs ¼ cup barbecue sauce ¼ cup cilantro 1 cup shredded Colby Jack or cheddar cheese 4 large flour tortillas 1 tablespoon butter To serve: salsa, avocado, sour cream, etc. Instructions At home (up to two days in advance), thinly slice the … Continued

Authentic Louisiana Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients 1 pound dry kidney beans ¼ cup olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 6 cups water 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper ¼ teaspoon dried sage 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced 4 cups water 2 cups long grain white rice Directions Gather all … Continued