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Slow Cooker Italian Sausage Cheese Tortellini Soup

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 12th, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

If you’re a stickler for keeping your New Year’s Resolution of dieting and eating salads everyday, this recipe is not for you. This recipe are for those who love to indulge every once in awhile by eating something so good, so cheesy, so fulfilling, it …



Laura Lee’s Shrimp and Grits

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 10th, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Whenever I search recipes, I find it’s a combination of about four (for the same entree) that I like. I like to alter recipes so I can make them my own. After eliminating and adding ingredients, I came up with this recipe for shrimp and grits that had …



Crock Pot Orange Chicken

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Jan 6th, 2018 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

With the purchase of my new babies, the Instant Pot and Immersion Circulator (for sous-vide cooking), my crock pot has been pushed aside. Seeing it sitting there in the corner, all lonely and heartbroken, I decided it was time to dust it off and fill i…



Oyster Soup

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Nov 20th, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

If you can get your hands on some fresh oysters, do yourself a favor and make this magnificent oyster soup! Earthy in flavor, this cream-based soup has won high marks in this family; and has been added to our annual Thanksgiving menu. #addictingIngredi…



Shrimp and Broccoli Rolls with Peanut Sauce

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 27th, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

With this fresh, light, and quick dinner, who needs take out? Fresh broccoli slaw, cilantro and seasoned cooked shrimp all wrapped up in one tasty package. Dip it in my homemade peanut sauce to elevate the flavor and give your taste buds a treat!Ingred…



Summer Squash Salad with Prosciutto and Feta

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 22nd, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

A great light salad for warm summer days! If your garden is providing you with an abundance of summer squash or zucchini, here’s a fabulous recipe you will thoroughly enjoy! You didn’t plant squash this summer? Head to your local farmer’s market or gro…



Shrimp Fried Cauliflower Rice

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 21st, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

This healthier version of shrimp fried rice will fool you into thinking the fried cauliflower is rice! Spectacular dish that’s incredibly easy to make with very few ingredients. Ingredients:- 3 Tbs sesame oil, divided- 12 oz. medium shrimp, peeled…



Spaghetti Squash Shrimp Scampi

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 11th, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local
The title itself is a mouthful to say but that’s nothing compared to the mouthwatering taste you’ll get from this shrimp scampi. Shrimp sautéed with garlic in butter, white wine, and tossed with red pepper flakes and parsley. You can just taste it already!

Ingredients:

– 2 lb spaghetti squash
– 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
– 2 Tbs butter
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/8 to 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes, depending on your desired heat
– 1/3 cup dry white wine (you can also use chicken stock)
– 12 cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1/3 cup lemon juice
– 4 to 6 saffron threads (optional)
– 1/4 cup parsley, chopped, divided

Place squash on a microwaveable plate and place in the oven for 5 to 6 minutes. Remove and let cool slightly. Cut the ends off of the squash and cut in half lengthwise. Remove seeds and place squash back on the place, skin side up. Add 2 tablespoons of water to the plate and return it to the microwave for another 5 minutes. Remove, let cool slightly and gently scrape and separate the spaghetti squash strings with a fork. Place squash in a bowl, add parmesan cheese and combine. Cover and set aside.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add butter. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, and sauté 1 minute. Add the wine and tomatoes. Once the wine starts bubbling, add the shrimp. Cook the shrimp about 2 minutes on each side. Add the lemon juice and saffron (optional) and 2 tablespoons of the parsley. Spoon shrimp mixture over spaghetti squash and garnish with remaining parsley. Enjoy! If you’d like a printer-friendly version of this recipe, Click Here.

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Ham and Spinach Stuffed Manicotti

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 1st, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Who doesn’t love a pasta noodle filled with cheese? I bet not a lot of you have your hands up. This manicotti, stuffed with mozzarella, ham, and spinach are for those special days you get to enjoy a few more calories. Easy to make with a fantastic tast…



BBQ Chicken Wings

By From http://www.pointsinmylife.com/ • Aug 1st, 2017 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Another flavorful recipe that’s as easy as 1, 2, 3 with my new Instant Pot! Ingredients:- 2 lbs chicken wings- 1 cup water- favorite barbecue sauceAdd one cup of water to your Instant Pot. Place a steamer basket inside of the pot and add chicken w…