Cajun Butter Steak
My version of this steak is done by searing and roasting the meat. You can also choose to do this on the grill. Choose your…
Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Sausage “Stew”
I’ll admit it. I found this inspiration recipe online. I did not have to change it up much to Zola-fy it..it is soooo good!
Cheeseburger Casserole
I found this recipe online. I didn’t have to do much to make it Zola. It tastes very much like a cheeseburger. The way to make…
General Tso’s Chicken
This is a very popular Chinese take out item that you can easily make at home. You can also follow these instructions and make it…
Shrimp and Mushroom Casserole
This is elegant comfort food. It’s sort of like the American version of the French dish called Coquille St. Jacque.
Cauliflower Pancakes
The other day, potato pancakes came to mind and I they could probably be made with cauliflower. Turns out they can!
Oven Bacon
Maybe this is not news to you, but it took me six decades to learn about oven bacon. In our family, my husband has always been…
Exotic Egg Salad
This is great as a light lunch time meal and a great holiday recipe. The juxtaposition of the sweeter apricots with the curry has…
Lockdown Chili (Z3.5 Version)
I thought – what better time to have a spicy chili than when I am in lockdown, practicing social distancing.
Cream of Mushroom Soup
A rich and easy cream of mushroom soup.
Instant Pot Corned Beef
When you buy corned beef, there is a little packet of corned beef spices that accompanies the brisket. The secret is to use that…
Sweet and Spicy Acorn Squash
I love my acorn squash roasted with just butter in the center and a sprinkle of sea salt and pepper. But I know tons of people…
Italian Sausage, Mushroom and Cheese Brunch Casserole
As far as brunch casseroles go, this one is very easy to make and pleases the crowd. It can be made ahead and heated the day of…
Quick Coquilles St. Jacques (Scallops in a Creamy Mushroom-Parmesan Sauce)
I remember my first introduction to scallops like it was yesterday. As I took my first bite and swooned I knew these were to…
Thai Chicken with Peanut Sauce
This is a yummy dish with the creamy peanut butter sauce, the tamari and ginger.
Mexican Avocado Soup with Chicken or Turkey
I love this soup. You can make this with leftover turkey and have a colorful way to use your extras.
Sea Salt Crusted Snap Peas
A variation of my sea salt crusted snow peas recipe - but with snap peas!
Grilled Eggplant Parmesan
A nice, summery meal that can also be eaten in cooler months. You can make this in a grill pan or on an outdoor grill. This is…
Barbecue Burgers – Zola Style
There’s no way to use a commercial sauce for barbecued meats. They ALL have copious amounts of sugar in them. I know. I checked…
Italian Lemon Chicken
This tastes almost like chicken scallopini. You’ll notice the breading is missing. The capers are missing. But the taste is still…