During the holidays, with so many dinners of "tradition" including Turkey, Ham, Dressing, Stuffing, Sweet Potato This & That, Baked Goods Galore...I find myself wanting something that is not the norm, a bit on the spicy side! This is one of my favorites!
Cajun Alfredo Sauce
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 12 oz pkg frozen seasoning blend or
(the cajun trinity - 1 cup chopped onions, 1 cup diced celery, 1 cup diced red or green bell pepper)
2 tsp chopped or minced garlic
1/8 tsp celery salt
16 oz heavy whipping cream (2 cups)
16 oz half/half (2 cups)
8 oz shredded parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped provolone cheese
salt and pepper to taste (or Tony Chachere's Creole/Cajun seasoning , about 1-2 Tbsp. my preference)
2 Tbsp. fresh snipped parsley for garnish
Saute vegetables in melted butter for 10 minutes...add remaining ingredients, cook until
thickened...if too thick, add milk until reaches desired consistency.
Toss with fettuccine noodles topped with grilled chicken breast. Garnish with parsley.
6-8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Weber's Kickin' Chicken seasoning
Season both sides of chicken breasts. Brush grill pan with oil. Heat over med high heat. Add chicken and grill 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through. For marking chicken, rotate 1/4 turn halfway through cooking on each side.
A recipe is likened to a personal expression of poetry/prose... When shared with others, it extends a part of our innermost being... For others to enjoy for years to come, not short lived like a rose. A recipe takes on our individuality and culinary expression, talent and skill... Brings to mind the likes/dislikes of family and friends, memories of special gatherings... Sharing a part of ourselves with others, making memories, spanning time our "appetites" they fill. Paula George 2005
Your recipes are all so fabulous, Paula! My family would love this! xo
ReplyDeleteHope you try it Lizzy and enjoy as much as we do! :)
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way! From about mid-November through New Year's I'm always craving Mexican and curry. It's like the internal need for balance to all the sweets. Sounds delicious any time though!
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