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What I Cook When I Have No Time  There are days when I just don’t have the time, or honestly, the energy, to cook. You know the kind of day I mean. You’ve been busy, you’re tired, and the last thing you want is a complicated recipe with a sink full of dishes at the end.   But I still want something homemade. That’s where this shrimp dinner comes in. This Is My “No Time” Meal Jump to Recipe This is one of those meals I’ve made more times than I can count. It’s quick. It’s simple. And it uses ingredients I almost always have on hand. That’s the key, isn’t it? When you’re short on time, you don’t need a new recipe. You need something you already know works. Why This Works So Well There are a few reasons I come back to this again and again: Shrimp cook fast! Really fast! There’s very little prep It feels like a “real meal,” not just something thrown together You can adjust it based on what you have And maybe most i...

 Grilled salmon is a favorite for many of us home cooks because it is easy to prepare, healthy, and delicious.  One way to elevate it to restaurant-quality status is with a creamy, tangy lemon dill sauce. This easy-to-make sauce combines the bright flavors of lemon and the fresh herb goodness of dill in a creamy base that pairs beautifully with grilled salmon's rich, flaky texture.  How to Make a Simple and Delicious Lemon Dill Sauce for Grilled Salmon Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or hosting a special occasion, this sauce is a must-try!

 When you're looking for a quick and easy meal that's perfect for warm weather, then this chili-lime shrimp marinade recipe is just what you need.  This marinade is bursting with chili-lime flavor and only takes a few minutes to prepare, making it a perfect option for those busy weeknights or when you're hosting a backyard cookout.  Chili Lime Marinade for Grilled Shrimp With its delicious combination of spicy chili sauce, tangy lime, and succulent shrimp, this recipe will surely become a favorite in your household. This chili-lime shrimp recipe is a must-try for anyone looking for a delicious and easy meal. 

Today we're making shrimp dip but it's not just any shrimp dip.  It's a remake of the shrimp dip my mom used to make regularly for friends and family.  It may have been the ultimate in semi-homemade recipes because it couldn't have been easier with just two ingredients! Amazing Homemade Shrimp Dip The throwback shrimp dip was made with a brick of cream chees and two jars of shrimp cocktail that came in little jars from the grocery store and we loved it!  This recipe recreates that dip.

Are you craving a delicious seafood feast that's both easy to prepare and bursting with flavors? Look no further than the Shrimp Boil Foil Packet Dinner.  You will become obsessed with this mouthwatering dish that combines succulent shrimp, tender corn on the cob, and baby potatoes with your favorite sausage and aromatic spices.  A Quick and Easy Shrimp Dinner Shrimp Boil Dinner in Foil Packets Get ready to impress your taste buds and your guests with this delicious recipe that's perfect for summer grilling. Even though it's the perfect dinner for the grill, it can easily be made in the oven.  That means you can make it any time of the year!

If you love a classic clam dip, this easy recipe is one to keep in your party-food arsenal. It takes just a few simple ingredients and about 10 minutes to make, and you can prepare it a day or two ahead. Cream cheese, sour cream, minced clams, lemon, Worcestershire sauce, and a few seasonings make a creamy, savory dip that's especially good with potato chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables. It's the kind of no-fuss appetizer that's perfect for a holiday gathering, game day, or an evening with friends. And while making it ahead gives the flavors time to develop, I'll admit that sometimes I can't wait that long. Classic Clam Dip Recipe: An Easy Make-Ahead Party Dip Make the clam dip a day or two ahead of serving for optimal flavor, but if you are like me you'll make it and eat it the same day. It's that good.

Salmon is one of my favorite choices for dinner, and I try to serve it at least once a week because it's packed with protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fats. This is my favorite way to make salmon. Even my husband, who isn't usually a salmon fan, asks for this one. The bold Southwest seasoning creates a flavorful crust while the creamy sriracha -lime sauce adds just enough heat to keep every bite interesting. It's an easy 20-minute dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights. Spicy Southwest Salmon with Sriracha Sauce  This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. When you use these links to make a purchase, I receive compensation that helps support publishing this blog. Spicy Southwest Salmon That's exactly why this Southwest Salmon with Sriracha Lime Sauce has become one of my favorite go-to recipes. The bold Southwest seasoning and creamy sriracha lime sauce ...

You can make coconut shrimp that is just as tasty as what you order in a restaurant at home in your air fryer. It's easy to do. This is my low-carb, keto-friendly recipe for coconut shrimp in your air fryer. Make it for a main dish or appetizer. How to Make Coconut Shrimp in Your Air Fryer This recipe is made to be low-carb and keto-friendly because I like to eat a lot of shrimp and don't want to feel guilty about it. You can easily adapt this recipe to a standard recipe by using all-purpose flour in place of the coconut flour and replacing the crushed pork rinds with panko bread crumbs.

They say that crazy times call for drastic measures but sometimes all you need is a little comfort food.  Today I'm sharing a comfort food recipe for just that reason. It's shrimp and grits and it will make you happy. What's wonderful about this recipe is that unlike many comfort foods it is also quick and easy to prepare. You can make this dinner in about thirty minutes. Comforting Shrimp and Grits This post contains affiliate links.  When you shop using these links we receive a small compensation. Shrimp and grits is a flexible recipe.  You can make any number of adjustments to suit your tastes.  Consider my recipe a starting point and make it your own. Bob's Red Mill Yellow Corn Grits  make delicious grits. It was the only brand I was able to find on a very brief shopping trip but I recommend this brand for this recipe.  The corn flavor in these grits is perfect. The back of the package has a number of alternatives for cooking he g...

Are you a crab cake lover?  If you are, this crab cake recipe will float your boat! Crab cakes are one of those things I have typically reserved for a treat when I eat out.  When I go to a restaurant I like to order something I don't make for myself at home.  Crab cakes aren't hard to make at home but finding the lump crab meat to use in the recipe has been more of a challenge than I like when cooking at home. Crunchy Crab Cakes This post contains affiliate links.  When you shop using these links we receive a small compensation. Crab Cakes I found a local grocery store that is stocking the canned lump crab meat on a regular basis.  I was also able to get a can at my local BJs last week.  That means I can now make these delicious crab cakes at home and have them any time I desire. You can make a batch of these crab cakes for the freezer.  That way they become ...

Do you love risotto and shrimp?  Risotto is a side dish I make often in spring because so many spring vegetables are a perfect addition to risotto. This Spring Risotto with baby spinach and peas is just right paired with Lemon Shrimp. It's quick and easy, too! Spring Risotto with Lemon Shrimp Risotto is such a versatile dish, but the constant stirring can sometimes feel inconvenient.  Today I'm sharing an alternate technique for easy risotto. You'll have this entire meal ready in less than thirty minutes.  That makes it a yummy weeknight menu option for spring.

Shrimp Pesto Alfredo is a decadent, low-carb, dinner option perfect for when you are wanting a special dinner. You don't have to be following a low-carb eating plan to love this dish. Shrimp Pesto Alfredo Shrimp Pesto Alfredo is low carb as long as you swap out the pasta for a low carb option.  Your favorite spiralized vegetables will make a smart choice. For those of you who love traditional Alfredo dishes, serve the Shrimp Pesto Alfredo over your favorite pasta.

Grilled clams are a tasty alternative to steamed clams. Yesterday was a sizzling hot summer day here in southern New England.  It was a perfect day for two of our summer dinner-time favorites, seafood and grilling. New England Grilled Clams Grilled Clams with Lemon Butter We had a few pounds of beautiful clams we had purchased at a local grocery store and were in the mood to cook them a little differently.  

This Shrimp Pesto Alfredo recipe is a simple, delicious weeknight dinner. Weeknight dinners can be a challenge. For me, the closer I get to the weekend, the less motivated I feel about dinner planning.  Sometimes I'm tired, but not in the mood to go out for dinner but I want dinner to be yummy.  I want it to signal the end of the week and the beginning of a relaxing weekend.  I want it to be easy. That's when I turn to my freezer and pantry for simple ingredients like the ones in this recipe. Shrimp and Ravioli Pesto Alfredo Grilled Shrimp Pesto Alfredo Do you want the same?  Well, with the ingredients you have on hand or a quick trip to the grocery store, you can make it happen.  This Shrimp Pesto Alfredo with Cheese Ravioli is slap-me-delicious but easy enough to tackle on a Friday night or any night of the week.  I'm always pleasantly surprised when a yummy meal can be pulled together in a few minutes with just a few ingredients.

Have you wanted to make shrimp-fried rice at home? Truth be told, a favorite dinner treat at my house is the occasional Chinese takeout.  We've become particularly fond of fried rice and dumplings as our go-to takeout meal.  On days when I'm feeling particularly energetic, I will make the fried rice myself.  The dumplings I leave to professionals. How to Make Shrimp-Fried Rice (This post contains affiliate links.) Better Than Takeout Shrimp Fried Rice I actually prefer my homemade shrimp fried rice to the rice from the Chinese restaurant.  This recipe is very quick to make and I know exactly what ingredients I am using.  I like having that control.  The flavor is delicious.  Make this shrimp fried rice recipe and you'll want the skip the takeout, too.

We’ve all had those days. It’s late afternoon, you’re starting to think about dinner, and you realize… nothing is planned. That’s exactly when I turn to meals like this. This easy stovetop shrimp and pasta is one of those dependable dinners I can make from what I usually have on hand. It comes together quickly, doesn’t require much prep, and still feels like a real meal—not something thrown together at the last minute. A Quick, Easy, Shrimp Weeknight Dinner  Frozen shrimp is always on hand in my freezer because it is the perfect protein to reach for when you want a quick and easy dinner that seems a little special. This Stovetop Shrimp and Pasta dish is a quick, easy, and special dinner. 

For quite a few years we were a take-it-or-leave-it, corn-on-the-cob family.  That was the case until we discovered the wondrous flavor of grilled corn.  Now we are corn-on-the-cob obsessed.    We particularly love our grilled corn-on-the-cob slathered with Chili-lime Butter .  Oh, yeah!  That's some good food. Southwest Shrimp with Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad Grilled Southwest Shrimp with Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad Today's recipe uses our favorite grilled corn in a black bean salad served with skewers of Southwest grilled shrimp.  The Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad can be made ahead of time and refrigerated. This is a perfect way to use any leftover grilled corn you might have. The Southwest Grilled Shrimp takes only minutes to prepare, making this Southwest Shrimp with Grilled Corn and Black Bean Salad a perfect summer dinner.  It's easy, flavorful, and perfect for eating on the deck. Grilled...

I'm a salmon fan.  I could eat salmon every day of the week.  I don't, but I could.  I know salmon isn't everybody's favorite, but eating salmon is so healthy for you that I encourage you to find a recipe or two that works for you.  That way, salmon can be part of your menu rotation.  My hubby isn't a big salmon fan.  He eats it when I make it because he's good like that.  Whenever I'm serving him salmon I use a recipe that packs lots and lots of flavor so he'll be distracted by the flavor and forget he's eating salmon. An Easy, Delicious Salmon Recipe Sweet and Spicy Roasted Salmon That's where this recipe began.  I was making salmon for Hubby and me and I wanted to change it up a little. The recipe is so easy I'm a little embarrassed to even call it a recipe.  I think it is a little different, in that the combination of ingredients for the topping is not one you might usually think about making.  This sweet and spicy topping...

The other night I was cooking dinner and while standing at the stove I noticed I was talking to myself, explaining the steps of the recipe I was making.  I immediately smacked myself in the head and ran to get my camera, all the while telling myself that this dinner would make a great blog post.  I Baked Cod with Sauteed Greens tell you this so that you'll understand why the format of this post is different from my usual recipes.  This is a spontaneous post, but the recipe is definitely well thought out and delicious.  You definitely should make it.  Today. This is a perfect recipe for spring.  It is light and healthy, just what we are looking for this time of year.  Additionally, you'll find this is a very easy recipe to pull together with limited time and very few ingredients.  Are you ready to get started?  Since this is a two-part recipe we'll start with the greens. Sauteed Greens Serves 4 Kale 1 large bunch of kale 4 c...

I was in no mood to cook this week as the temperature hit 90 degrees two days in a row.  What jumped to mind was a favorite Barefoot Contessa recipe, one that I have previously reserved for special occasions.  I was first introduced to Ina Garten's Roasted Shrimp and Orzo recipe in 2000 when I hosted a catered holiday party for work associates.  Our caterer suggested this lovely shrimp dish for the menu because it is served either cold or at room temperature.  It was a big hit at the party and as a result I searched and searched for the recipe. At last, the recipe was mine when I found it in Barefoot Contessa at Home , my favorite of the Barefoot Contessa recipe books.  I keep the page for this recipe marked with a Post-It note, so I can get right to it.  The Barefoot Contessa at Home Every time I make this recipe, I make it a little differently though.  I encourage you to do the same.  The first time you make the recipe it is...