Shellfish, American Recetas

File Gumbo / Chez Helene

The late Chef Austin Leslie left a brilliant legacy of Creole dishes and he helped form my approach to the cuisine of NOLA. I follow no other…

Steamed Clams with Pesto

crab and cream cheese enchiladas

Crab and cream cheese enchiladas are a soft, warm ,creamy ,delicious ,and spicy variation to a beef enchiladas…

Cioppino

This is the NY version of a San Franciscan Italian seafood stew. They focus on crabs while I focus on a nice variety of seafood. It’s quick to cook…

Pan Seared Scallops with Meyer Lemon Dust and Chipotle Beurre Blanc

Meyer lemons are dehydrated and ground into a glistening powder, packed…

Caribbean Shrimp

Garlicky Shrimp and Parmesan Grits

Quick lower calorie meal, delicious creamy Parmesan grits paired with buttery garlic shrimp.

Blackened Shrimp with Coconut Cilantro Chutney

Shrimp Etouffee

I love Cajun food and making "black" roux is a lot of fun and a bit of a challenge. I took Cajun/Creole cooking lessons in my 20's and have become a…