Gumbo Ya Ya ~ adapted from Mr. B's Bistro ~Roast  the chicken-- dark and white, thighs and breasts, for 3 1/2 pounds skinless and boneless pieces. Chop bell peppers-- 2 red, 2 green.  Do the same for 2 medium or 1 very large yellow onion; plus 2 celery stalks.  Set aside for later addition, but get ingredients prepared beforehand.In a 12-quart saucepan, … [Read more...]

~ adapted from Phyllis Hoffman ~In a Dutch oven or heavy large pot, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil.  Cook until tender the onion and 3 cups celery; lastly, 1 tablespoon minced garlic.  Then add 1/4 cup flour; cook and stir for 2 minutes.  Gradually add 3 quarts chicken broth, 1 cup buffalo wing sauce, and 16 ounces sour cream.  Whisk until smooth.  Cut 7 … [Read more...]

~ exclusively Skirt in the Kitchen ~Yeah, you know it-- It's a guy's recipe; hence, the "pants" in the title.  But it's good, you'll like it.  It's what I would have made, anyway--  Drat it, he beat me to it...Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. First step:  Pour 3/4 cups olive oil in a small saucepan.  Tear 4 mushroom heads into the oil, and … [Read more...]