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What’s the recipe for a little side of love?

Tuesday, December 7th, 2010

Baked oysters is just one of the great recipes you can find on our website.
Baked oysters is just one of the great recipes you can find on our website.

The Grits Girl explores the Who, What and Huh? — of cooking this holiday season.

It’s that time of year again. The holiday season. Most folks get in a real panic over what to serve. The Grits Girl keeps it simple. I order to go.

Some people like to make holiday dinners fancy. I’ve seen these recipes with highfalutin’ names, usually in French or Latin. Personally, the Grits Girl doesn’t recommend trying something too complicated if family is coming over. Especially your momma. This has not worked out well for me in the past, and my mother loves to tell everyone about the peanut butter and green beans.

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The Seven Best Deep-Fried Turkey Disaster Videos

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010

Wednesday, November 24, 2010, by Paul – Eater.com

Our friends at Eater National always have our attention.  Especially when they use words like Deep-Fried, Turkey Disaster Videos!  Check out their latest installment just in time for the big day.  Who knows the life watching it might save might be your own!Tomorrow’s Thanksgiving, and a whole bunch of people are going to just toss a frozen turkey willy-nilly into a deepfryer, film the exploding fireball that results and post it on YouTube. (For which we, of course, are very thankful.) Most likely, you’re doing it wrong and should probably stick the bird in the oven. Word to the wise: if you absolutely must fry a turkey, defrost it completely and make sure to dry it inside and out before dunking it in oil.

Check out all of the videos after the jump…

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PERFECT PARTIES: Before the holidays, plan a party for two

Wednesday, November 10th, 2010

 

MELISSA MARTIN • SPECIAL TO THE NEWS JOURNAL • NOVEMBER 10, 2010

 

Chocolate pate' and Italian sparkling wine appetizer by Melissa Martin of the Fish House. (Ben Twingley/btwingley@pnj.com)

Chocolate pate' and Italian sparkling wine appetizer by Melissa Martin of the Fish House. (Ben Twingley/btwingley@pnj.com)

With the holidays fast approaching, we each need to take time to recognize that special someone in our lives. The two of you should take a deep breath before the holidays snowball uncontrollably, with all the family gatherings approaching. It is nice to take a little time to appreciate and recognize the value of the one you are likely going into a metaphorical battle with during the stress that accumulates this time of year. So even when he (or she) overcooks the potatoes or forgets to pick up grandma from the airport, you will be more understanding and not want to shove him (or her) into the oven along with the turkey.

The stress from the holidays can make you forget about the bigger things in life. So today, I am going to give you the recipe for an amazing party for two by creating the ultimate date night. (If my future husband is reading this: Josh, please take notes!) (more…)

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The “DO UNTO OTHERS” report

Friday, October 8th, 2010

Cooking demonstration at The Seafood Festival: Carmela Campbell- Energy Services of Pensacola, Chef Billy Ballou and P.R. director Shelley Yates from The Fish House
Cooking demonstration at The Seafood Festival: Carmela Campbell- Energy Services of Pensacola, Chef Billy Ballou and P.R. director Shelley Yates from The Fish House

We love getting out of the kitchen and into our community to volunteer for worthy causes. We recently had the opportunity to hold two cooking classes with our friends at Energy Services Pensacola (ESP). The first opportunity was during the Fiesta Seafood Festival where Chef Billy Ballou held a cooking class featuring Sesame-Seared Tuna with Grilled Watermelon Salsa and Champagne Vinaigrette. The classes were free and any proceeds benefited the Escambia Utility Assistance Program (EUAP) that assists elderly, disabled or other customers on low or fixed incomes. For more information, to contribute, or to sign up as a regular participant in Project EUAP, please call Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) Customer Service at (850) 476-0480. ECUA.

The second opportunity was at ESP’s new demonstration kitchen for UWF’s Leisure Learning Society (LLS). The University of West Florida Leisure Learning Society offers social and educational opportunities for everyone age 55 and older in an academic setting among peers. (To learn more about LLS, visit them on the web: “http://uwf.edu/leisurelearning/”http://uwf.edu/leisurelearning/) The Fish House offered a cooking demonstration taught by Chef Jason Norris. The recipe that was best received by the crowd was a snap to make: Salmon Mousse Rondelle. Keep Jason’s recipe handy when party season comes up next month. It’s not only easy to prepare; it’s delicious.
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Eat Your Way to Prosperity this New Year with Good Luck Food

Wednesday, December 16th, 2009

‘Hoppin’ John’ is a popular New Year’s Day dish counted on to bring good luck to traditionalists throughout the South.  Made of black-eyed peas, rice, and ham, each ingredient represents good fortune that culminates in a year of prosperity when eaten at the stroke of midnight.  For those of you planning on celebrating New Year’s Eve downtown, we encourage you to stop by Jackson’s at midnight for your own sampling as we will be serving complementary Hoppin” John to all!

While each ingredient in Hoppin’ John symbolizes luck on its own, the trifecta effect commences when you eat them all together.  Black-eyed peas swell when cooked, which symbolizes growth.  They also look a bit like a coin, although looks are not always enough. Some people toss a dime in the pot to give extra fortune to the lucky eater who ends up with money in their dish. Rice also plumps up as it’s cooked, which signifies abundance in the coming year. Ham, or pork, makes its claim to positivity because pigs root ahead as they feed, which represents forward motion. 
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Thanksgiving Survival Guide

Friday, November 20th, 2009

Throughout our lives, many of us have relied on the culinary skills of relatives to create traditional Thanksgiving meals filled with favorite family dishes. These meals are the main event in a day echoed by children’s laughter and shouts to the football game on the flat screen. Then, like magic, a bountiful spread appears on the table, filling the room with the aroma of buttery mashed potatoes, savory roasted turkey and the sweet tartness of cranberry.

But what happens when it’s your turn to host the big event? (Where’s the magic wand now?) Many of us haven’t paid an ounce of attention to how this abundant meal is prepared. We just show up to enjoy the results. Fear not! Here are three useful tips to help you pull-off a dinner that would make even your grandmother proud. (more…)

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