It’s Hot Dog week on Chewsy Lovers! People all over the country are going to be out grilling and chilling this weekend and so will we. Continue Reading
Month: June 2014
Baked Crab Cakes & Cheese Grits
Crab cakes is one of my favorite appetizers to eat when I go out to eat. The problem is, I have yet to find the “right one”. Either they are too small or they are all breading and no crab. Well I had a taste for shrimp and grits last week, but I decided to try something a little different to appease my seafood craving and made these crab cakes. Boom! It was simple, delicious, and I felt even better that they were baked and not fried like most crab cakes you order in restaurants. This recipe made four entrée sized crab cakes, so it’s a perfect breakfast for two. 
Baked Crab Cakes
1 Large Egg, beaten
2Tbsp. Mayonnaise
Juice of half of a Lemon
8oz. Crab meat, picked
1/2c. Bread Crumbs
2tsp. Old Bay Seasoning
1 green onion, chopped fine
1/2 red bell pepper, diced small
1/2tsp. Garlic Powder
1tsp. Dry mustard
1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until combined.
3. Portion into patties.
4. Bake on a lined baking sheet for 30 minutes until golden. Serve with grits and a bowl of fresh fruit. Enjoy!
M.W.A.H.,
Mandi
Instagram Insiders Club
A few days ago we introduced our Instagram Insider club. We often post photos on Instagram of food we make for clients and food we are eating at home. They don’t always make it to the blog. Most times it’s because they are from our “super secret” collection. 
Well we have decided to share some of those recipes because people request them so much. You too can get exclusive recipes like our Chicken Marsala, Seafood over Lemon Linguine, and German Chocolate Cake right to your inbox by joining the Instagram Insider Club! You can sign up here. It’s free!
So here’s how it works:
1. Follow . 2. Drool over all of the yummy deliciousness we post. Double-tap it because you love it and even comment and tell us if you want the recipe.
3. Sign up to be an Instagram Insider.
4. Confirm your subscription.5. Receive a bi-weekly email with exclusive recipes and special offers.
6. Make one of the recipes we send you and take a picture of it.
7. Share it with us on Instagram and tag us! Use the hashtag #InstagramInsider!
Get in on the exclusive fun! It’s simple and delicious. We promise!
M.W.A.H.,
Mandi & Buckaroo
Coco-Velvet Cupcakes
Last week I was invited to a virtual bridal shower hosted by my friend Pamela at Still Dating My Spouse. I was asked to make some goodies that would normally be served at a shower. I had never heard of a virtual shower but I said okay anyway. I’m so glad I did! There were games, prizes, entertainment, and food! Just like a real shower! It was really fun! One of the items I made were these delicious red velvet cupcakes with a coconut spin. They were a hit! (Virtually) So I decided to share the recipe with you. If you want traditional red velvet you can just replace the coconut extract with vanilla extract and use a cream cheese frosting.
INGREDIENTS (Cake)
1/2c. Unsalted Butter
1 1/2c. Sugar
2 Eggs
1t. Vanilla Extract
1t. Coconut Extract or Coconut Rum
2.5c. All purpose flour
2T Cocoa Powder
1t. Salt
1oz. Red Food coloring (one bottle)
1c. Buttermilk
1t. Baking Soda
1T. White Wine Vinegar
1. Cream butter and sugar together until smooth.
2. Add one egg at a time mixing well,then extracts.
3. In a separate bowl mix flour, cocoa powder,and salt.
4. Add food coloring, buttermilk, baking soda,and vinegar.
5. Alternate adding the flour and Buttermilk mixture until smooth and combined.
6. Pour into prepared cupcake pan for 30 minutes on 350.
Makes 24 Cupcakes 
INGREDIENTS (Icing)
2 Sticks of Butter, softened
4c. Powdered Sugar
1/2c. Coconut Milk
1/2t Coconut Extract or Coconut Rum
2T Heavy Cream
1. Mix all ingredients together until smooth.
2. Let cupcakes completely cool before icing them.
This simple and delicious recipe would be great for your next girl’s night out or bridal shower. Be sure to pin it so you’ll have it.
Have you ever been to a virtual shower or even heard of one?
M.W.A.H.,
Mandi
‘P’ is for Party and Pepper Potatoes!
This week as part of our Exploring through Food series, we are learning the letter ‘P’. The summer is a great time for the kids to party! Family is in and out of town, and no one has to wake up early for school. Learning can and should still continue even though school is out. So party with the letter “P” this summer! Continue Reading