Innholdsfortegnelse for January/February 2019 i Cooking with Paula Deen

New Orleans King Cake Festival King cake enthusiasts should head to New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 27 for the 6th annual New Orleans King Cake Festival. Attendees can taste king cakes from the finest local bakeries, enjoy live music, and help support pediatric programs at Ochsner Hospital for Children. Learn more at kingcakefestival.org. Sandestin Gumbo Festival Satisfy your gumbo cravings with a trip to the 30th annual Sandestin Gumbo Festival in Destin, Florida. Held February 15–16, the festival is one of the most popular winter food events along Florida’s Emerald Coast and features a gumbo cookoff, live music, family activities, and much more. Visit sandestingumbofestival.com for more information.…

The Bag Lady Foundation recently made a donation to Second Harvest of South Georgia (SHSG), a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to feeding people in need. The donation will go toward funding Kids Café, which provides daily meals for children during school breaks; the Farm to Family program, which helps get fresh produce to local food banks; a mobile food pantry that brings food to residents without transportation; and Teachers’ Harvest, where educators can access school supplies for children who do not have the resources to purchase supplies. SHSG is the leading hunger-relief organization in the region and the largest rural food bank in the state. In addition to their headquarters in Valdosta, Georgia, there are branches in Albany, Douglas, and Thomasville that serve a 30-county area. Visit feedingsga.org to…

AIR-FRIED SPICY CHICKEN FINGERS Makes 4 to 6 servings 2½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut lengthwise into thick strips 2 teaspoons kosher salt ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 3 large eggs 1 cup hot sauce 2 cups self-rising flour Vegetable oil, for spraying 1. Preheat air fryer according to manufacturer’s instructions. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Sprinkle chicken all over with salt, garlic powder, and pepper. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs and hot sauce until combined. Place flour in a shallow dish. Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Dredge in flour, gently pressing to adhere. Place chicken pieces on prepared pan. 3. Working in batches of 4, liberally spray top of chicken pieces with oil,…

ROASTED BEET, CHARD, AND CLEMENTINE SALAD Makes 8 servings Salad: 1 cup diced peeled tangerines ½ cup finely diced shallot 1 tablespoon orange zest ½ cup fresh orange juice ½ cup olive oil 1½ teaspoons kosher salt 1¼ teaspoons ground black pepper 2 cups diced peeled golden beets 2½ cups chopped fennel 2 cups diced peeled red beets 4 cups chopped Swiss chard 2 cups diced peeled clementines 2 cups chopped toasted walnuts ¾ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese Dressing: ¼ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar ½ teaspoon kosher salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1. Preheat oven to 400°. Line 2 rimmed baking sheets with foil. 2. For salad: In a medium bowl, stir together tangerines, shallot, orange zest and juice, oil, salt, and pepper.…

TURKEY AND CRANBERRY STUFFED SWEET POTATOES Makes 4 servings Baked Potatoes (recipe on opposite page) ½ cup half-and-half ½ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese, divided 3 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage ¾ teaspoon ground ginger ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 pound shredded cooked turkey ¼ cup chopped pecans 1 cup orange juice 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce Garnish: fresh sage 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. 2. Using a sharp knife, slice sweet potato Baked Potatoes lengthwise down center. Scoop out potato pulp into a large bowl, leaving a ½-inch-thick shell. Place potato shells on prepared pan. 3. Add half-and-half, ¼ cup cheese, salt, sage, ginger, and pepper to potato pulp, and beat with a mixer at…

A COMFORTING BOWL OF PASTA is hard to resist, especially in the middle of a cold winter. Though pasta is often high in fat, all it takes is a few swapped ingredients to make your favorite dishes healthier and still satisfying. “Each New Year, I recommit to being healthy while enjoying the food I love, and these recipes are perfect for keeping my resolutions.” SWEET POTATO LASAGNA ROLLS Makes 6 servings 2 (8-ounce) packages one-third-less-fat cream cheese, softened 2 cups mashed cooked sweet potatoes (about 3 medium sweet potatoes) 2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided 3 teaspoons minced fresh sage, divided ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper 2½ cups 2% reduced-fat milk ¼ cup all-purpose flour 3 cloves garlic, grated…

ROASTED PEPPER, CARAMELIZED ONION, AND BACON GRILLED CHEESE Makes 4 servings ½ cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons stone-ground mustard ½ teaspoon smoked paprika ½ teaspoon hot sauce 8 slices thick-cut bacon 3 cups chopped onion 8 slices sourdough bread 4 slices Havarti cheese 4 slices American cheese 8 roasted red pepper strips (about 3x1 inch) ½ cup butter 1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, paprika, and hot sauce. Refrigerate until ready to use. 2. In a large cast-iron skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon, and let drain on paper towels, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings in skillet. 3. Heat drippings over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is golden brown, about…

MEAT Chicken, 8 bone-in skin-on thighs and 1 large rotisserie Pork chops, 4 (¾-inch-thick) boneless Grouper fillets, 4 (4-ounce) skinless Beef tenderloin tips, 1½ pounds Country ham, 1 (6-ounce) package PRODUCE Baby portobello mushrooms, 1 (8-ounce) package sliced Baby spinach, 1 (5-ounce) bag Broccoli, 2 large heads Cauliflower, 1 small head Celery, 2 stalks Garlic, 1 head Lemon, 1 large Parsley, 1 large bunch Red bell pepper, 1 small Yellow onion, 4 small DAIRY Cream cheese, 1 (8-ounce) package Crumbled blue cheese, 1 (4-ounce) container Grated Parmesan cheese, 1 (4-ounce) container Heavy whipping cream, 1 (32-ounce) container Unsalted butter, 2½ sticks Whole milk, 1 pint FROZEN Mixed vegetables, 1 (15-ounce) bag frozen CANNED AND DRY GOODS Alfredo pasta sides, 2 (4.4-ounce) packages Artichoke hearts, 1 (14-ounce) can Capers Egg noodles,…

WELCOME TO 2019, Y’ALL! Last year was full of fun times and fabulous meals, but boy, am I excited to get this new year started. As you read through this issue, you’ll probably notice some changes to the magazine. My team and I freshened up the design for this new year and added a new column called “Air Fryer Favorites.” I just love my air fryer, and I’m so happy to share great recipes for you to try it as well. This issue is all about comfort food, and there’s nothing more comforting to me than sharing a home-cooked meal with my loved ones. One of my favorite family meals starts with a hearty pot of stew simmering on the stove. The aroma fills the house and gets everyone in…

If you feel like you need an escape after the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it may just be that a trip to the Lowcountry is calling your name. From the moment you arrive on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, you’re in for an unforgettable experience filled with luxury, wildlife, a bounty of outdoor activities, and one-of-a-kind culinary journeys. Whether you’re planning a reunion trip with your closest girlfriends, a mother-daughter getaway, or a celebratory outing for someone special in your life, the island leaves nothing to be desired. Take a deep exhale and be captivated by the beams of sunshine, miles of coastline, and cool breezes coming off the water. To experience the best cuisine the island has to offer, plan to indulge in the many activities of…

MONDAY BUFFALO CHICKEN POT PIE Makes 4 to 6 servings 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 (15-ounce) bag frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 1 small yellow onion, chopped ¼ cup all-purpose flour 2 cups heavy whipping cream ½ (8-ounce) package cream cheese, cubed ½ cup cayenne pepper hot sauce ½ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 4 cups shredded cooked chicken 1 (16.3-ounce) can flaky layers biscuits, quartered ½ cup crumbled blue cheese Garnish: chopped fresh parsley 1. Preheat oven to 400°. 2. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add mixed vegetables and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in flour; cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in cream until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Whisk…

SHEET PAN SMOKED SAUSAGE, SPROUTS, AND APPLES Makes 4 servings 4 cups Brussels sprouts, halved 1 tablespoon water 1 Pink Lady apple, chopped 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon brown mustard 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 2 pounds smoked sausage links 1. Preheat oven to 425°. Line a sheet pan with foil, and spray with cooking spray. 2. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave Brussels sprouts and 1 tablespoon water on high until slightly tender, 3 to 4 minutes. 3. In a large bowl, toss together Brussels sprouts, apple, honey, mustard, oil, salt, and pepper. Spread mixture on one side of prepared pan. Add sausage links to other side of pan. 4. Bake for 25 minutes. Serve immediately. SKILLET BEEF AND BEAN NACHOS Makes 6…

MOCHA CHOCOLATE CAKE Makes 1 (9-inch) cake 2½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 3 tablespoons espresso powder, divided 1 teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon kosher salt 1¼ cups whole buttermilk ½ cup unsalted butter, melted 2 large eggs ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream 1/3 cup confectioners’ sugar Garnish: chopped chocolate-covered espresso beans 1. Preheat oven to 350°. Spray a 9-inch enamel-coated cast-iron skillet with baking spray with flour. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa, 2 tablespoons espresso powder, baking powder, and salt; whisk in buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until combined. Spread batter into prepared pan. 3. Bake until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Let…

MADE IN THE SOUTH PIROGUE PRALINES Patrick and Bebe Bode, owners of Pirogue Praline Company in Metairie, Louisiana, started their family business with their sons, Seth and Parker, as a way to provide meaningful employment to their son Seth, who has autism, and to share the beloved pralines they frequently gifted to loved ones each Christmas. After experimenting with various ingredients to add to the sweet, nutty base, the family began selling the Southern confection to the public. The flavors are influenced by the rich culture of New Orleans and include Original; Hazelnut; Crème Brûlée; Purple, Green, and Praline Dream (a seasonal Mardi Gras flavor); Paula’s personal favorite, Wedding Cake; and more. Pirogue Pralines’s mission is to create opportunities for people with disabilities and to show others the impact of…

EASY TOMATO SOUP Makes about 5 1/2 cups 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 cup chopped onion 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 (14.5-ounce) cans fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained 3 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes 2/3 cup chicken broth 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon sugar ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper Basil pesto, to serve Garnish: fresh basil, ground black pepper 1. In a small skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook for 1 minute. 2. In a 5-quart slow cooker, combine onion mixture, diced tomatoes, plum tomatoes, broth, vinegar, salt, sugar, and red pepper. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours. Let cool slightly. 3. Using an immersion blender, blend soup until desired consistency…

GINGER-LEMON CIDER Makes about 2 quarts 4 cups water 4 cinnamon-apple spice tea bags* 4 cups apple cider 2 tablespoons sugar 6 lemon slices 4 cinnamon sticks 1½ cups ginger ale Garnish: lemon slices, cinnamon sticks 1. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a simmer over medium-high heat. Remove from heat; add tea bags. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. 2. Discard tea bags. Stir in cider, sugar, lemon slices, and cinnamon sticks. Cover and cook over medium-low heat until heated through, about 20 minutes. (Do not boil.) Stir in ginger ale. Garnish with lemon slices and cinnamon sticks, if desired. *We used Celestial Tea. CHEESY GARLIC FRENCH BREAD Makes 16 slices (photo on page 31) 16 (1-inch-thick) slices French bread ¼ cup butter, melted 2…

BACON RANCH WEDGE SALADS Makes 6 servings 1 (1-ounce) package ranch dressing mix ½ cup whole buttermilk ½ cup sour cream ¼ cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon dry mustard ½ teaspoon ground black pepper 1 head iceberg lettuce 5 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled 1 cup quartered grape tomatoes 1/3 cup sliced green onion 1. In a small bowl, whisk together dressing mix, buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, and pepper. 2. Cut lettuce into 6 wedges. Top with dressing, bacon, tomatoes, and green onion. Serve immediately. CHEESY ALFREDO PASTA Makes 6 servings ¼ cup unsalted butter 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 cup heavy whipping cream ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon ground black pepper ½ teaspoon kosher salt 1 (12-ounce) package extra wide egg noodles, cooked according to package…

POT PIE NIGHT IS A FAVORITE IN MY HOUSE. My boys love helping out in the kitchen and making their own personal pie. These recipes take traditional pot pies to the next level with new flavors to explore, and their individual sizes make them a hit with the kiddos. “My boys love every kind of pie, and these main dish versions make a fun, protein-packed meal.” CHICKEN, BACON, AND RANCH POT PIES Makes 4 6 slices center-cut bacon, chopped 1½ cups frozen mixed vegetables 1 (10.5-ounce) can cream of chicken soup ¾ cup ranch dressing ½ cup heavy whipping cream 1½ cups chopped rotisserie chicken 4 tablespoons minced fresh chives, divided 1 (7.5-ounce) package buttermilk biscuit mix Garnish: minced fresh chives 1. Preheat oven to 400°. Place 4 (8-ounce) ramekins…

ST. TAMMANY PARISH IS LOCATED ACROSS LAKE PONTCHARTRAIN from New Orleans, but it holds its own as an exciting and relaxing travel destination. Known as Louisiana’s Northshore, the charming towns that make up the parish boast gorgeous views of the lake, incredible eateries and breweries, and rich history. Take a tour of Mandeville, Covington, and Abita Springs, Louisiana, for a taste of what makes St. Tammany such a treasure. MANDEVILLE This beautiful Northshore town is filled with towering, mossy oak trees, panoramic lake views, historic sites, lots of shopping, a welcoming hometown feel, and plenty of options for delicious Louisiana fare. Liz’s Where Y’at Diner (lizswhereyatdiner.com) is just the place if you’re looking for lots of locally inspired menu items to try. The decadent Bananas Foster French Toast is so…