magnolia chic

Sticky.Salty.Sweet Wings are just as I say....sticky, salty and sweet. This is always a winning combination, but particularly in this...

Sundays are for lovers. And for roasts. And lovers of roasts. Mainly because of the braising time. Allowing a roast to bathe in its own...

I hate to admit this, but I have a hex on my back. Whenever I absolutely LOVE a dish at a restaurant, I can enjoy it for only awhile...

Listen….there are a few things that garner immediate excitement from me. The Muppets, clothes in my size AND on sale, dumplings and a...

1 lb Ground Chicken 1 Tbsp Oil 1 Onion, finely chopped 1 Green Bell Pepper, finely chopped 1 Celery Rib, finely chopped 3-4 Carrots,...

What is a better side than the green bean? In my home, the green bean has been elevated to center stage. In New Orleans, there is no...

Miss Saigon restaurant in Washington, DC was the site of my first taste of this incredible dish. Bone in chicken bathed in a caramelized...

Nothing says fall like the welcoming warmth of soups. Butternut squash, roasted to perfection, beckons feelings of changing leaves and...

Turkey meatballs bathing in green curry makes for a swimmingly good combination. With a few pantry staples, this easy weeknight meal can...

Espetada, skewers, kebabs...you name it, it’s all good. This recipe is inspired by great lunches I’ve had with girlfriends at a certain...

Opa! The flavors of the Mediterranean delight in this fun take on ribs. With our palettes accustomed to the tang of traditional barbecue,...

Bacon is my JAM. Naturally, Bacon Jam is a gift that keeps on giving. It has a militia use of uses and is very easy to make; even easier...

Summer is winding down. As we bid farewell to long lazy days and embrace the regimented pace of the new school year, Magnolia Chic is...

Here’s a fun take on the classic Jambalaya. In this version, I’ve created a playful fusion of the crescent city favorite and the spices...

This velvety soup is the stuff that dreams are made of. With a beautiful orange hue, this soup is reminiscent of a Brazilian Fish Stew....

Listen, the traditional New Orleans stuffed pepper is a thing of beauty. A devine chorus of ground beef, seafood and ham tied together...

{For The Marinade} 1C Greek Yogurt 1 Onion, julienned 2 Tbsp Olive Oil 2 Garlic Cloves, smashed 1/4C White Vinegar Salt to taste ...

Shrimp Etouffee is a classic. Crawfish Etouffee, a staple. Lobster Etouffee turns it all on it’s ear. It’s the same goodness that this...

I mean, because curry... Seriously, what dish does curry NOT make a thousand times better? This is a simple cauliflower roast that has...

Ah, French food....where do I begin? Steak Au Poivre, is a perfect example of the intricacies of the cuisine. Seared filet of beef with a...