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Pecan Pie Muffins Recipe 😋😍

Ingredients:

1 cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chopped pecans
2/3 cup butter, softened
2 eggs, beaten

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease mini or regular muffin cups generously.
In a medium bowl, stir together brown sugar, flour, and pecans.
In a separate bowl, beat the butter and eggs together.
Stir in dry ingredients just until combined.
Spoon batter into muffin cups about 2/3 full.
Bake for 12-13 minutes for mini muffins or 15-17 minutes for regular size muffins.
Run a knife around the edge of each muffin and pop it out.

Notes:
Grease the muffin cups well to ensure the muffins do not stick.
Under-bake slightly for a gooey pecan pie center.
Serve warm for the best taste experience

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Crab and Shrimp Casserole 😋

Ingredients:

1 pound lump crab meat
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 cup cooked rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, shrimp, cooked rice, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, onion, garlic, green and red bell peppers, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes

Kcal: 400 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque 😋

Ingredients:

For the bisque:
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb crab meat
2 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 cups seafood or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup milk
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 bay leaf
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions:

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrot. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the flour and cook for another 2 minutes, until the mixture is well combined and slightly golden.
Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Add the heavy cream, milk, white wine, tomato paste, bay leaf, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the shrimp and crab meat to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Remove the bay leaf and discard. Using an immersion blender, blend the bisque until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a chunkier texture, blend only a portion of the soup.
Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the bisque hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes

Kcal: 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings

Easy Pecan Pie Bark

Buttery Caramelized Pecan Pie Bark Delight

Ingredients:

2 cups pecan halves

1 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 sleeve graham crackers (about 9 sheets)

Optional: sea salt flakes for garnish

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lay the graham crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, side by side to cover the bottom completely.

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar together over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.

Let the mixture boil for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract and salt.

Quickly fold in the pecan halves until they are fully coated with the caramel mixture.

Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the graham crackers, spreading it out with a spatula to cover as evenly as possible.

Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the caramel is bubbling.

Remove from oven and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, break into bark pieces.

Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt flakes before the caramel sets for a sweet-and-salty touch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 22 minutes
Kcal: 190 kcal per piece (approximate) | Servings: 12–16 pieces

✨ These Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie Bars are pure dessert heaven! Perfectly sweet, chewy, nutty, and loaded with chocolate 🍫🥧

Recipe

Ingredients:

For the crust:

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

2/3 cup brown sugar, packed

2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the filling:

4 large eggs

1 1/2 cups light corn syrup

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups chopped pecans

1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Add flour and salt, and mix until crumbly. Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan.

Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until lightly golden.

While the crust bakes, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract in a large bowl.

Stir in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips until well combined.

Pour the filling over the warm crust and spread evenly.

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set.

Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Kcal: 410 kcal | Servings: 24 bars

🍤🥩 This Shrimp & Steak Fried Rice is a flavor-packed one-pan meal ready in just 30 minutes! 🍚🔥

Ingredients:

1/2 lb steak (sirloin or ribeye), thinly sliced
1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cups cooked and cooled jasmine rice
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
3 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: sesame seeds and extra green onions for garnish

Directions:

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the steak slices and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and fully cooked. Remove and set aside with the steak.
Add sesame oil to the skillet, followed by minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Push the garlic and ginger to the side and pour in the beaten eggs. Scramble until fully cooked, then mix with the garlic and ginger.
Add peas and carrots, cooking for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Stir in the cooked rice, breaking up any clumps. Add soy sauce and oyster sauce, stirring to evenly coat the rice.
Return the cooked steak and shrimp to the skillet, mixing everything together. Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

Mississippi Mud Cake Brownies

Ingredients:

1 cup butter
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
4 cups mini marshmallows
1/2 cup butter (for frosting)
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (for frosting)
1/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large bowl, melt 1 cup butter. Stir in granulated sugar, eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined. Add 1/3 cup cocoa powder, flour, and salt, mixing until smooth. Fold in pecans.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the brownies from the oven and immediately sprinkle the mini marshmallows evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed.
While the brownies are baking, make the frosting: Melt 1/2 cup butter in a medium saucepan. Stir in 1/3 cup cocoa powder and milk until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Gradually add powdered sugar, stirring until smooth and well combined.
Remove the brownies from the oven and pour the warm frosting evenly over the marshmallows. Spread with a spatula if needed.
Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 24 servings

Treat yourself to this gourmet Lobster and Shrimp Etouffee - it's flavorful and perfect for any special occasion! 😋🦞🍤

Ingredients:

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups seafood or chicken broth
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound lobster meat, cooked and chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
4 green onions, sliced
Cooked white rice, for serving

Directions:

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture turns a light brown color, about 10 minutes.
Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
Gradually stir in the broth, then add the diced tomatoes, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
Add the shrimp and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the lobster meat and cook until heated through about 2 minutes.
Stir in the parsley and green onions, and cook for another minute.
Serve the etouffee over cooked white rice.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

Cajun Dirty Rice with Shrimp 😋

Ingredients:

1 lb (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (divided)
1 cup long-grain rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1/2 lb (225 g) ground pork or sausage
1/2 cup onion, finely diced
1/2 cup celery, finely diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1/4 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp dried oregano
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions:

Cook the Shrimp:
In a bowl, toss shrimp with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon Cajun seasoning.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until pink and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Cook the Rice:
In a medium pot, cook rice with chicken or vegetable broth according to package instructions. Set aside once done.
Prepare the Dirty Rice Base:
Heat the remaining olive oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add ground pork or sausage and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
Add onion, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Season the Base:
Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), thyme, oregano, and remaining Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Combine Ingredients:
Add the cooked rice to the skillet and mix well to combine with the meat and vegetable mixture. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
Add Shrimp:
Gently fold in the cooked shrimp and heat through for 2 minutes.
Garnish and Serve:
Sprinkle with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings