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This recipe for classic Maryland crab cakes is just what you need to satisfy your craving

Classic Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe

saltine crackers

half and half or heavy cream

worcestershire sauce

dijon mustard

crab meat

butter,

Set broiler to 400. Line a baking sheet with parchment or a silpat. Spray lightly with nonstick spray.

Place saltines in a food processor and pulse to a fine crumb. Alternatively, crush with your hands. Set aside.

Crack the egg into a small mixing bowl. Add the half and half, Worcestershire sauce and dijon. Whisk well.

Place the crab meat in a medium mixing bowl (drain first if necessary). Add the crackers and stir gently until the crab meat is coated.

Pour the wet ingredients over the crab mixture. Fold with a spatula until incorporated.

To make the crab cakes, fill a 1/3 cup measuring cup with the crab mixture and turn out onto the baking sheet. This will make 7-8 crab cakes depending on how tightly you pack the crab mixture. Top each crab cake with a pat of butter.

Place under the broiler for 10 minutes until golden. Serve with a lemon wedge.

What's so special about Special Mushroom Lasagna? Is it silly to say literally every drop of flavor it brings? You won't think so once you taste the creamy, fluffy, and savory bites it has to offer. The meaty mushrooms and sweet crabmeat ensure you won't leave the table hungry. The crunchy and cheesy crumble on top is what makes this dish really unique. So switch up your lasagna night with something special—Special Mushroom Lasagna, that is!

Special Mushroom Lasagna

***For the lasagna:***

butter, divided

baby portobello mushrooms, sliced

onion,

marsala wine

onion, dried, minced

lasagna noodles, uncooked

all-purpose flour

onion powder

white pepper

nutmeg

cayenne pepper

milk

(8-ounce) package of cream cheese, softened

chives,

(2-ounce) jar pimientos, diced, drained

lemon juice

lemon zest, grated

salt

cheese,

crabmeat,

***For the crumb topping:***

(4-ounce) french bread demi-baguette

butter, melted

This Special Mushroom Lasagna is delicious!

Wouldn't it be nice if dinner was joyous, inspired by the California coast and Surfin' USA? Beach Boys Chicken brings good vibrations, and it truly is fun, fun, fun! Grilled chicken, marinated in balsamic vinegar and honey for a delicate balance of sweet and sour, topped with melty mozzarella cheese, creamy avocado, and bright tomato for a taste like the warmth of the sun. Beach Boys Chicken will become a darlin' in your kitchen, and you don't have to go to Kokomo to enjoy it!

Beach Boys Chicken

balsamic vinegar

garlic powder

honey

olive oil

Italian seasoning

kosher salt,

black pepper,

chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

mozzarella

avocado

tomato

basil, optional,

balsamic glaze, optional, to taste, for drizzling

Ah, Louisiana. One of America's quirkiest, most fascinating states. Their towns and cities are known for being proud of silly things, like being the Frog Capital of the world. And don't you worry, they have festivals to celebrate said funny phenomenon. Their hearty Southern dishes don't come to play, either, and Louisiana Lasagna is tasty proof of that. This dish is loaded with crunchy veggies, soft lasagna noodles, and cheesy, creamy filling, and like many other local dishes, it will leave you feeling fuller than a tick. The kick of Cajun seasoning will make you believe that you're among the festive, fun streets of the Bayou State, no matter where you are. Blair the trumpets and start to jig, the tastes of Louisiana Lasagna are as theatrical and jovial as its namesake!

Louisiana Lasagna

lasagna noodles

onion, diced

red bell pepper, diced

yellow bell pepper, diced

garlic,

chicken breast, diced

unsalted butter

Cajun seasoning

parmesan, freshly grated

fresh parsley,

whole milk ricotta

mozzarella, grated

The sun shines a little brighter when Lemon Angel Cake Bars are in hand! This shiny and bright treat has a fluffy, lemon and coconut, angel food cake base that will make your days feel a little lighter. It gets even sweeter thanks to a creamy and sweet lemon-infused frosting that you'll definitely want to lick off the spoon. You'll be walking on clouds and feeling lots of joy when munching on Lemon Angel Cake Bars!

Lemon Angel Cake Bars

***For the cake:***

(16-ounce) package angel food cake mix

lemon pie filling

coconut, unsweetened, finely shredded

***For the frosting:***

butter, softened

vanilla extract

confectioners' sugar

"Aloha" doesn't just mean hello; it's also a word expressing love, compassion, and affection. Aloha Casserole draws from both meanings of the word, so it's welcoming and heartwarming in every bite. Savory chicken and tender rice cooked in a tangy, aromatic, and sweet sauce to true perfection; the entire dish is infused with tropical flavor thanks to the luxurious pineapple tidbits and juice. The Aloha Casserole brings people together around the table with smiles on their faces.

Aloha Casserole

brown sugar

soy sauce

chicken broth

rice,

red onion, diced

red bell pepper, chopped

pineapple tidbits

chicken breasts

cilantro, optional, chopped,

bacon, optional, cooked, diced,

Where do you go when you dream? Perhaps to a tropical island, with sapphire waves lapping nearby and white sand beneath your feet? Creamy Pineapple Dream can whisk you back to that place, no airfare required. The tangy and sweet fruit mixes with coconut for the full tropical taste, and with fluffy marshmallows and cream for that cloud-like dream flavor. Throw in a little crunch from buttery pecans and Creamy Pineapple Dream becomes the dessert of your dreams. Dream a little dream of this!

Creamy Pineapple Dream

vanilla instant pudding mix, or coconut cream instant pudding

imitation

mini marshmallows

optional,

pecans, chopped

This Creamy Pineapple Dream is delicious!

Whether you're a seaside native or a landlocked local, Oven-Baked Salmon is a fast and delicious way to enjoy this nourishing fish! The beloved and filling protein is smothered in melted, flavorful butter and coated in a sweet and savory rub. Baked and ready in less than 30 minutes, Oven-Baked Salmon is a simple way to get your coastal food fix, no matter what your zip code is!

Oven-Baked Salmon

(2-pound) whole salmon, skin-on preferred

paprika

Lemon Fennel and Salmon Pasta tastes restaurant-quality; once you’ve mastered this dish, you’ll know you’re a true home cook! It’s all in the amazing taste: the mild anise flavor of the fennel and the bright citrus infusion of the lemon makes this pasta dinner sunny, light, and delectable, perfect for summertime. Lemon Fennel and Salmon Pasta is rich and topped with flaky, fatty salmon—everyone will want more of it and the recipe to boot!

Lemon Fennel and Salmon Pasta

yellow onion, thinly sliced

butter

pasta, long-shaped

salmon

canola oil

heavy cream

red pepper flakes

zest of 1 lemon, to taste

lemon wedges, optional, to taste,

fennel fronds, optional, to taste, for garnish

This Lemon Fennel and Salmon Pasta is delicious!

When the week becomes busy, you could wait in line for drive-through seafood, or you could whip something infinitely tastier and more affordable! The Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp | $5 Meal has the sweet shrimp soaking in a rich, savory, bright sauce perfect for piling on top of pasta or serving on fresh toast. In less time than it takes to get takeout, and for far less money, The Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp | $5 Meal lets you make restaurant-quality cuisine food without interrupting your schedule. So stop stressing and start cooking!

Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp | $5 Meal

shrimp

lemon juice,

black pepper

parsley,

This Quick Garlic Butter Shrimp | $5 Meal is delicious!

Your seafood dinner needs some jazzing up! Cajun Shrimp has bold bayou spices coating sweet and salty shrimp cooked in rich butter to a lovely pink! This is the kind of shrimp that makes shrimp cocktails envious! Once you serve up Cajun Shrimp with some dirty rice or with sauteed green peppers, you’ll really have the good times rolling!

Cajun Shrimp

shrimp,

salt,

pepper,

garlic, minced

ginger,

chili pepper flakes

water

The Fancy Shrimp Casserole doesn't just want to make shrimp for dinner. It wants to make the best shrimp for dinner. The shrimp is cooked to a perfect pink in rich, luxurious butter before being topped with even more butter, mixed with plenty of herbaceous, refreshing flavors, and crunchy breadcrumbs. The result is shrimp with a distinctly crisp coat, swimming in the best butter sauce you could make. Make sure you have rice or noodles on hand when you serve up the Fancy Shrimp Casserole because you won't want all that delicious compound butter to go to waste!

Fancy Shrimp Casserole

breadcrumbs

lemon rind

oregano, chopped

garlic, divided

chili flakes

sherry, divided

nutmeg,

shrimp (16-20 jumbo shrimp), deveined and shelled

scallions, chopped

This Fancy Shrimp Casserole is delicious!

Key Lime Pie is a classic summer dessert that will transport you to a tropical climate with each delicious bite! Tastier and fresher than anything you can buy at a store, this is a homemade confection guaranteed to delight you; it’s tangy, creamy, and oh-so-indulgent. Best of all, it only takes 30 minutes to make! Serve this yummy Key Lime Pie chilled with a bit of lime zest on top for a transformative dessert experience!

Key Lime Pie

***For the crust:***

graham cracker crumbs

sugar

***For the pie filling:***

condensed milk, sweetened

sour cream

key lime juice

limes

***For the topping:***

heavy whipping cream

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Cooking fresh Amberjack (AKA Amber Jack or Jack Fish) is easy, especially this classic pan seared lemon &amp; butter recipe.

Lemon Butter Amberjack Fish

Tbsp unsalted butter

lemon, wedged into 6 pieces

thyme

Lightly salt and pepper amber jack fish fillets.  Bring a large non-stick pan to medium high heat.

Add butter (add enough to coat the bottom of the pan).  Add a touch of olive oil if the pan is too hot and the butter is smoking.

When hot lay fish down (skin side first if it still has skin).  Squeeze a wedge of lemon over each piece and toss in six thyme sprigs (reserve the other 6 for garnish).

Cook ~ 3-4 minutes uncovered and undisturbed.  Flip when the fish has a nice brown buttery color.

Add more butter if necessary.  Cook an additional 3-4 minutes or until fish is flaky.  Lower the heat if your pan is smoking too much. You don't need to flip again.

Add salt to taste and garnish with six fresh thyme sprigs.

Serve with a nice veggie.  The veggies in this picture are  steamed local rattlesnake green beans and halved cherry tomatoes tossed with mint pesto.  Happy Eating!  Beckie

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