THE COOK SHOP CRAB BISQUE

THE COOK SHOP CRAB BISQUE

Kara Johnson

Here’s another healthy-ish recipe we know you will love. Impress your family and friends with this delicious crab bisque. We used tomato paste instead of a roux made with flour and butter. Believe ...

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The Lenten Season Recipe Series: Whole Branzino w/ Butter Sauce

The Lenten Season Recipe Series: Whole Branzino w/ Butter Sauce

Kara Johnson

At The Cook Shop, we’ve decided to introduce a few new seafood dishes to add to your repertoire. We’re also making sure everything we do is healthy-ish.  The Lenten season has begun. Ash Wednesday ...

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THE BITTERS TRUTH ABOUT THE COCKTAIL

THE BITTERS TRUTH ABOUT THE COCKTAIL

Kara Johnson

Bitters Basics The truth about bitters and the cocktail is a long and sorted tale. It's believed that some version has existed as far back as ancient Egypt, where herbs and spices were preserved i...

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NINA'S BREAD PUDDING RECIPE & SOMETHING NEW

NINA'S BREAD PUDDING RECIPE & SOMETHING NEW

Kara Johnson

Growing up in New Orleans mandates a love affair with bread pudding.  I don't remember the first time I ate it, but my grandmother made one of the best I've ever tasted.  If food is an expression ...

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DO YOU REALLY KNOW HOW TO COOK SALMON?

DO YOU REALLY KNOW HOW TO COOK SALMON?

Kara Johnson

Whether pan seared, poached, grilled, baked or broiled, one thing remains the same when preparing salmon... it's done when it reaches 145 degrees, as per the FDA. Don’t worry. You won’t have to sti...

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THE FRIDAY FISH FRY

THE FRIDAY FISH FRY

Kara Johnson

If you know anything about fried fish, you know it's all about the batter! This recipe includes our own homemade wet and dry batters. they have to be seasoned just right. Well, this recipe makes ma...

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