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One-Pot Gumbo Pasta Recipe

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One-Pot Gumbo Pasta Recipe

Classic shrimp gumbo is a filling, flavor-packed delicious meal that when combined with pasta becomes a can't-be-missed comfort food. While traditional gumbo can take hours to cook, this one-pot shrimp gumbo pasta requires only a few minutes of preparation, and just over 30 minutes of cook time. The end result is a well-rounded, satisfying dish that can easily be made any night of the week. This low-fuss recipe requires basic ingredients, most of which you already have in your pantry or refrigerator. Make the recipe up to 3 days ahead of time to serve throughout the week!

Saucepan of Shrimp Gumbo Pasta How to make one-pot shrimp gumbo pasta Image Credit: Julia Mueller

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Things You\’ll Need

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 large yellow onion, diced

  • 2 stalks celery, chopped

  • 1 red bell pepper, cored and chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, cored and chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, to taste

  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme

  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth

  • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained

  • 1 pound raw shrimp, deveined

  • 12 ounces pre-cooked andouille sausage links, sliced

  • 1 (8-ounce) package penne pasta

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Step 1: Saute the Vegetables

Heat oil to medium in a large stock pot or sauce pan. Add onion and celery and saute until the onion begins to turn translucent, about 5 to 8 minutes. Add bell peppers, garlic, Cajun seasoning, sea salt and dried thyme. Continue cooking until the vegetables have softened, but are still al dente, about another 5 to 8 minutes.

saucepan with sauteed vegetables Saute the vegetables Image Credit: Julia Mueller

Step 2: Add the Liquid and Pasta

Add the chicken broth and diced tomatoes and bring to a full boil. Reduce heat slightly and allow the mixture to cook at a full (but controlled) boil for 5 minutes. Add the pasta and press it down into the liquid so that the noodles are submerged. Cook uncovered until pasta reaches desired done-ness, about 10 minutes.

Step 3: Add the Shrimp and Sausage

Add the andouille sausage and shrimp. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and allow the pasta to cook 6 to 8 minutes, until the shrimp has cooked through. Stir in the fresh parsley and taste the pasta for flavor. Add sea salt to taste and serve!

Pot of shrimp gumbo pasta Serve and enjoy Image Credit: Julia Mueller

15 Potato Recipes to Please the Entire Family

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15 Potato Recipes to Please the Entire Family

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Potatoes make a great addition to any meal for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This starchy tuber is a versatile ingredient that can be prepared in a number of ways. Whether you like it baked, scalloped, mashed or fried, here are 15 ways to prepare potatoes that everyone will love.

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Cheesy Potato Casserole

For a standout side dish for any occasion, prepare a batch of this cheesy potato casserole. Top it with crispy bacon and corn flakes to add a savory crunch.

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Sweet Potato Soup Two Ways

Separately, potatoes and soup make terrific comfort foods, so it's no wonder they go so well together. Whether you want to enjoy it creamy or with curried apples, here are two ways to prepare a filling bowl of sweet potato soup right in your kitchen.

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Three Ways to (Perfectly) Cook Sweet Potatoes

Thinking of cooking sweet potatoes for a recipe or to just eat on its own? Learn how to roast, boil or bake your potatoes to perfection with these directions.

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Cheddar Bacon Tater Tots

Try out some crispy and delicious cheddar bacon tater tots, which make the perfect bite-sized appetizer for all fried food lovers. Simply combine the ingredients, roll each piece into a bread crumb coating and fry to a crisp.

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Vegetarian Sweet Potato Black Bean Enchiladas

After trying these vegetarian sweet potato black bean enchiladas, you're going to want to come back for seconds (and maybe thirds!). This a healthy and filling no-meat recipe that'll soon become a family favorite.

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Tater Tot Casserole

Tater tot casserole is an excellent make-ahead dinner option that can be made all in one pot. It's reminiscent of Shepard's Pie, but with fewer ingredients and still just as mouthwatering.

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Protein-Loaded Sweet Potato and Oatmeal Mini-Casserole

Who says potatoes for breakfast have to be home-fried? For a sweet and healthy breakfast option, prepare these protein-loaded sweet potato and oatmeal mini-casseroles.

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Sweet Potato Chipotle Quinoa Cakes with Cilantro Lime Crema

Sweet potato chipotle quinoa cakes are as nutritious as they are delicious. The sweetness of the potatoes combined with tangy lime juice and spicy chipotle peppers make this a flavorful and filling meal.

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Cinnamon Raisin Sweet Potato Salad

For a light recipe that can be served as a side dish or a meal, try out this cinnamon raisin sweet potato salad. The key ingredient is the cinnamon raisin bread, which adds a uniquely satisfying flavor and texture.

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Sweet Potato Cinnamon Roll Cookies

Sweet potato cinnamon roll cookies make for a deliciously nutritious dessert. These little cookies are softer and denser than regular cookies, and deliver a mouthful of flavor in each bite.

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Twice-Baked Beer Cheese Red Potatoes

Step up your bar food game with some twice-baked beer cheese red potatoes. A new take on classic potato skins, this recipe is sure to impress guests the next time you have people over for a big game.

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Three-Ingredient Brown Butter Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Sweet potatoes, butter, salt — that's all that goes into this recipe for brown butter mashed sweet potatoes. You'll be amazed how simple but delicious this sweet and nutty side dish can be.

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Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries and Pecans

Looking for a sweet and healthy side dish to serve at dinner? Look no further than this simple roasted sweet potatoes with cranberries and pecans recipe. It's easy to whip up and will leave you with plenty of time to prepare your entrees.

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Irish Mashed Potatoes

Irish Mashed Potatoes, or "Colcannon," is a famed St. Patrick's Day side dish that can be enjoyed any time of the year. Serve with some corned beef and cabbage for a traditional Irish meal.

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Perfect Baked Potato

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this recipe provides the perfect way to make a simple, yet sublime, baked potato. Enjoy it with butter and serve alongside a steak, or top it with faves such as sour cream and chives for a meal on it's own.

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Good Red Wines for Beginners

Candi Canncel
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Good Red Wines for Beginners

side profile of a young woman reading a label in a liquor store You can find a variety of delicious red wines on virtually any budget. Image Credit: Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images

For those new to drinking or tasting wine, red wine may come across as being too bold and harsh for their palette. Tannins that come from the skin of the red wine grapes can make the wines quite dry and have an unpleasant mouth feel for the novice wine drinker. There are, however, a variety of smoother, more drinkable wines that are a sensible red wine introduction for beginners. For the best taste results, serve red wine slightly chilled to bring out its flavors.

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Light Reds

Pinot noir is one of the most easily drinkable and versatile red wines on account of its light body and low tannin content. Its flavors can range from raspberry to cola. You can drink it alone or pair it with dishes such as earthy mushrooms, creamy cheeses and vegetables like butternut squash and eggplant. It also goes surprising well with salmon and is delicious with milk and white chocolate.

Spanish garnacha, or granache, is created from the grape of the same name, grown in Spain and southern France. It features bright candied cherry flavors, a light body and notes of oranges. It pairs well with Latin fare such as cheese quesadillas, chicken enchiladas and empanadas.

Refreshing and Effervescent

Made from 100 percent gamay grapes, fruity Beaujolais nouveau is released just once a year on the third Thursday of November. It has a very light body, is slightly acidic and is meant to be drunk right away and not aged.

Another fruity wine that is best drunk "young" is lambrusco — an Italian bubbly red wine that can be dry or on the sweet side. Pair the drier version with pasta dishes with Parmesan cheese and the sweeter wine with desserts.

Beaujolais and lambrusco are best served cool — around 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Fuller-Bodied Reds

Red zinfandel, especially from California, has a deep raspberry flavor with a slight chocolate finish. It is a medium-bodied wine that can be paired with a variety of dishes from pizza to filet Mignon.

Shiraz, from Australia, also known as syrah in other regions, is a rich-bodied wine with deep blackberry jam-like flavor. It also has peppery notes and a coffee aroma and finish. It is a sensible choice with Thanksgiving dinner, as its flavors complement turkey.

Cabernet Sauvignon is a big, bold wine that can have a multitude of flavors and nuances, including black cherry and vanilla with a hint of tobacco. Best drunk alone to experience its varied flavors, it can also stand up to heavy fare such as stews and grilled meats.

Choosing a Bottle of Wine

When picking out a wine, consider what you plan to drink it with or if it is to be enjoyed on its own. A good rule in wine pairing is to match the body of the wine with the heaviness of the dish it is to be served with. The lighter the fare, the lighter the body of the wine should be. Heavier dishes like grilled meats or stews need a heavier wine to stand up to their bolder flavors. If you are choosing a wine for a party or to drink on its own, choose a wine that has flavor notes that you enjoy: for instance, strawberries or chocolate. Flavor profiles are listed on the wine label to give you an idea what to expect when drinking a particular wine.

How to Find California Truffles

Frank Whittemore
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Things You\’ll Need

  • Garden rake

  • Paper bag

Long considered a delicacy, the truffle is the subterranean fruit of a type of fungus. While many people think of Europe as the only source of truffles, these small, aromatic fungi also grow in the United States in places like Northern California, where several species of truffle-producing fungi can be found. Truffles live in a symbiotic relationship with certain types of trees and are commonly found in orchards and forests around Douglas fir, oak, pine, hazelnut and beech trees. Careful digging at the right time around these trees can reveal tasty truffles for the taking.

Step 1

Collect truffles during the wet season when the soil is damp, particularly from 10 and 15 days after a good rain. As above-ground species of mushrooms start to die off, truffles are usually ready to harvest.

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Step 2

Select a tree that California truffles are known to grow around. Look for holes made by squirrels, chipmunks and other rodents that dig for the truffles as forage. In particular, the California red-backed vole is fond of truffles.

Step 3

Scrape the leaves from the soil surrounding the tree with the rake. Break up the soil carefully with the rake to about 3 to 4 inches deep. Take care not to work too vigorously or you may damage the truffles.

Step 4

Scan the soil for truffles as you work. California truffles will appear as tuberous and warty nodules that may range in size from 1 to 4 inches across, on average. The color of California truffles can vary from black to brown, red or white.

Step 5

Place any truffles you find in a paper bag that allows moisture to escape. This helps keep the truffles fresh.

Tip

Do not store California truffles in sealed plastic bag or containers, as the moisture that collects within them will quickly spoil the truffles.

Warning

Unless you are an expert at fungi identification or you know an expert who can identify them, do not collect or eat any wild fungi to avoid accidentally eating toxic fungi. Many wild fungi that may resemble truffles are poisonous. For instance, Amanita mushrooms, when young, and pigskin puffball mushrooms, which may be confused for truffles, are highly toxic.

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