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Cocktails and Curds!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

On Monday night, Laura and I had a date night to Cocktails and Curds! There are few things in this world that I love more than specialty Cocktails and Cheese...this event paired the two giving us the best of both worlds! Monday was the finals, the 6 best Drink and Cheese Combinations. I usually think of Cheese and Wine pairings, and was amazed at how well the different mixed drinks, made by the city's best bars,?worked with the Cheeses provided by St. James! And these weren't just any... Read more
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The Perfect Pear Dinner!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

Sweet and Savory is just about my favorite favor combination, and this Chicken with Balsamic pears is perfect!Ingredients- 2 Chicken Breasts- Coarse Salt and Pepper- 3 Tablespoons of Unsalted Butter- 3 Large shallots- 3 Tablespoons of Minced Garlic- 2 Teaspoons chopped Thyme- 3/4 Cup of Chicken Broth- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar- 2 Teaspoons Coarse Mustard- 2 Bosc Pears cored and sliced into thin wedgesDirections- Season Chicken with Salt and Pepper.- In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of... Read more
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Rosemary Roast!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

Nothing makes Zach happy like Meat and Potatoes...Ingredients- 1/4 Cup Olive Oil- 1/2 Cup Fresh Chopped Rosemary- 6 Tablespoons Minced Garlic- Salt and Pepper- 3 pound Beef Roast- 2 pounds small potatoesDirections- Preheat oven to 400 degrees- In large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium high and brown meat - about 10 minutes.- In a small bowl mix together remaining oil, rosemary, garlic, salt and pepper - spoon over roast and place in oven for 20 minutes.- Add potatoes, stirring in... Read more
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Zucchini-Parmesan Latkes

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

To Southerners its a Hashbrown, to Jews they're Latkes...either way this is an even different take on this traditional dish!Ingredients- 3 Zucchinis- 2 Large Potatoes- 1 Medium Onion- 1/2 Cup grated Parmesan- 6 Tablespoons Matzo Meal- 2 Tablespoons Dill- 2 Teaspoons Sugar- 2 Teaspoons Lemon Juice- 1 Tablespoon Minced Garlic- 2 Large Eggs lightly beaten- Salt and Pepper- 3/4 Cup Vegetable Oil- Sour CreamDirections- Using the large holes of a box grater shred zucchini, potatoes and onion into a... Read more
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NOLA Navy Week!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

This year is the 200th Anniversary of the War of 1812, the Star Spangled Banner and Louisiana!To celebrate there is going to be a 3 year tour of historical Navy ships around the Country and they chose New Orelans to kick things off! From old Pirate ship style boats to modern day vessels they had them all on display - not to mention lots of cute military boys too!On Sunday Jesse, Amanda and I had brunch at Ruby Slipper and then hit the waterfront (in our nautical best) to check out the... Read more
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Sauteed Chicken with Capers!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

I loved this recipe because of the tangy vinegar and capers - two of my favorite flavors!Ingredients-?1 boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts- 1/4 Cup Flour- Salt and Pepper- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil- 2 Tablespoons White Wine Vinegar- 3 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter (cut in pieces) - 2 Tablespoons Capers, plus 1 Tablespoon of thier brineDirections- Cut Chicken Breast in half horizontally, season with Salt and Pepper and coat with Flour.- In a Large Skillet heat oil over medium-high and cook... Read more
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Last Day!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

After 3 long years the day is finally here - Zach's Last Day of Law School classes!Now the next few weeks are going to be a whirlwind of studying for finals (I'll be marathoning through Gossip Girl while Zach is living in the Library) and Graduations! I can't wait to celebrate the end of all of Zach's hardwork! Read more
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China Cabinet Transformed!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

I've been a little stir crazy with Zach studying, and there is only so much Gossip Girl I can watch (lies...I'm only like 7 episodes from marathoning through all 5 seasons...) and my mind has begun to wander to home improvements again.? BeforeI've been dying to paint our living room for sometime, but?since we rent its not really in the cards...so with the left over sample paint I purchased a while back I decided to paint the back wall of our China Cabinet!After'I chose Wheat Grass... Read more
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Three Generations!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 2 weeks ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

This weekend my Mom and Grandmother "Nan" came to visit me in New Orleans! My Mom was coming for a legal conference and she just brought my Nan along with her!This was my Nan's first trip to New Orleans since we've been living here (though she has been to NOLA many times in the past) so I was super excited to have her come!? My Nan is a bit of a neat freak...a bit might be a bit of an understatement...so I have been cleaning like crazy.? Im pretty sure our apartment has never been... Read more
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Jimmy Buffett Front and Center!

From Newlywed in New Orleans, 1 month ago, Read 0 times. Similar articles

This Sunday I had one of those once in a lifetime days that you'll never forget! Rewind 5 days and I was having a catch up dinner over Sushi and Creole Creamery with my Sorority little sister Laura when she mentioned that her weekend plans included Jimmy Buffett. Specifically a free Jimmy Buffett concert on the New Orleans waterfront as a part of the Final Four celebrations in town!And just like that my weekends moved from ordinary to extraordinary!? On Sunday morning at 7am?myself,... Read more
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