Ready for Mardi Gras? Because I am. 🎭🍤 This is a lighter twist on the Cajun classic Dirty Rice—and yes, I know that kind of defeats the purpose of Mardi Gras. But if you’re watching your calories and still want big, bold Louisiana flavor, this dish checks all the boxes. It’s hearty, satisfying, packed with…
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Jalapeño Chicken Soup (Because Boring Chicken Noodle Is Over)
Tired of the same old chicken noodle soup? Same. I wanted comfort—but with a little attitude… like ME! Something cozy, warming, and flavorful with just enough heat to keep things interesting. Enter: my jalapeño chicken soup. I whipped this up using what I had on hand, and honestly… I can’t stop eating it. It’s spicy,…
Cauliflower Bolognese That Will Fool Even a Carnivore
If you’re looking for a meatless meal for a weeknight or a weekend, this is it.It’s rich, deeply flavorful, and honestly shocking how satisfying it is. My food app literally thought it was real Bolognese — and I’m a true carnivore, so that says a lot. You truly can enjoy Bolognese without the meat. This…
A Jersey Girl’s Clam Chowder That Kicks A**
Let’s be honest—some clam chowders are thin, watery, and kind of sad. But not this one. This Jersey Girl’s Clam Chowder is rich, creamy, bacon-loaded, and unapologetically bold—just like me. Born and raised in the Northeast, moved down the Shore, and now cooking in the Low Country, I’ve had a lot of chowder in my time. And after years…
Pasta e Fagioli — A Jersey Girl’s Soul-Warming Favorite ✨
By Jacqueline Horuzy-Maffucci • JacqFromJersey.com Growing up in North Jersey in an Italian-American household, pasta e fagioli wasn’t just a dish — it was a whole identity. It was cheap, filling, cozy, and on the table at least once a week. And let me be honest with you: as a kid, I hated beans. Absolutely…
🔥 Shrimp Beeps – Bringing Belmont Tavern to the Lowcountry
When you’re living in the Lowcountry and you start craving some good old Jersey Italian, you’ve got two options: get on a plane… or make it yourself. So that’s exactly what I did. I was missing the Belmont Tavern in Belleville, New Jersey — that classic, no-frills spot where the Shrimp Beeps are legendary. Big,…
🐚 From Jersey to the Lowcountry: My Ricotta & Arugula Stuffed Shells in Spicy Amatriciana Sauce
By Jacq from Jersey I’ve been craving stuffed shells lately, and today I just couldn’t wait any longer! This is one of those recipes that feels fancy but is actually simple to put together—especially if you do it in stages like I did. First, I made my sauce, then cooked and cooled the shells, wilted…
Jacq’s Lowcountry Chicken Bog
Chicken bog? What you talking about, Willis? Since moving to the Lowcountry, I’ve completely embraced the culture and the cuisine. While I love adding my Jersey twist to things, there are some dishes that are so rooted in tradition that they’re perfect just the way they are. Lowcountry Chicken Bog is one of those. For…
Creamy Cabbage & Orzo Stew + A Pizza Appy
Fall is in the air—or at least it should be! Even though it was 88° here in South Carolina, I couldn’t resist making a cozy, hearty bowl of Creamy Cabbage & Orzo Stew. This recipe is inspired by Must Love Garlic’s Creamy Cabbage & Orzo Stew 🌿. I made a few little tweaks to fit…
Chicken & Eggplant Milanese with Warm Shiitake Mushroom Salad
The ultimate weekend comfort dish that’s worth every minute If you’re looking for a show-stopping meal that combines crispy breaded chicken, tender eggplant, savory mushrooms, creamy ricotta, and a touch of fresh greens, my Chicken & Eggplant Milanese with Warm Shiitake Mushroom Salad is a winner. Yes — it takes a bit of time to…
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