A Good Thing's

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Recipes

Crescent City Red Beans & Rice (Crock-Pot)

(13 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

I grew up working in our family restaurants around New Orleans, which is known as "The Big Easy" or "The Crescent City" (due to the shape of the Mississippi River which runs through the heart of this southern city). Like most... MORE»

Recipe #373619

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Josy's Jammin' Tomato Soup

(2 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

My dear friend Josy made this soup for us and it was love at first bite! She calls it her "skinny soup" because she ate lots of it when she was losing weight last year. She says it's "legal". With the full-flavored and very... MORE»

Recipe #365187

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Crispy Baked Eggplant

(7 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This recipe is so quick and simple yet utterly delicious! If you like crispy food and eggplant, you're bound to like this one. MORE»

Recipe #346106

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Robby's Drydock Fries

(2 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

Leggy Peggy told me I had to post more of Robby's secrets...so here's one of my favorite appetizers. The steak fries are drenched in a wonderful roast beef gravy (with a few tidbits of beef) and a yummy cheese sauce. Simple but scrumptious!!!... MORE»

Recipe #261359

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Party Rye Hors D'oeuvres

(8 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

These little darlings are a great starter to a dinner party or just as a snack for those hungry teenagers. Easy, yet very impressive. MORE»

Recipe #261214

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Michele's (Asparagus, Bacon, or Salmon) Crustless Quiche

(20 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This is the best and CREAMIEST crust-less quiche I've ever eaten and I eat a lot of quiche! I asked my friend, Michele, to share her recipe with Zaar and she was kind enough to oblige. Thanks, girlfriend! Top this yummy quiche with tinned... MORE»

Recipe #261072

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Dot's Delicious Corn Salad

(6 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

I know there are similar recipes for corn salad but none just like Dotty-boos. This is such a refreshing salad and so easy to put together. It's great in the summer. Cook time is actually chill time. MORE»

Recipe #259916

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Babs' Black Bean Grilled Cheese Sandwich....it's Bad!!!

(16 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This little sandwich will make you want to slap somebody...probably me! I should have shared this little darling a long time ago. It's not my recipe but my dear friend, Babs. The combination of pepper jack cheese and black beans with purple... MORE»

Recipe #259880

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Chicken Livers Boating on the BBQ

Posted by A Good Thing  

The name is funny but the taste is serious! These are so easy and just fantastic little additions to your next barbie. You can seriously impress your chicken-liver-loving-guests with these. I was impressed when I first had them because I HATED... MORE»

Recipe #259846

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Lentil, Pasta & Vegetable Soup

(4 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This does take a bit of effort but it is worth it. I use my food processor to chop the veggies and always double or triple this recipe because everyone wants seconds and thirds! MORE»

Recipe #256084

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Nutty Rice Burgers

Posted by A Good Thing  

These are fantastic burgers you can do on the grill or in the oven. Very tasty, filling, and healthy. I've made these on numerous occasions and the kids just love them. So does the man of the house. Half of the prep time is for cooking the brown... MORE»

Recipe #256082

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Kids Love Tuna Mac

(9 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This is SO quick and so easy! Macaroni and cheese meets tuna fish, sautéed onions, chopped canned tomatoes...and PRESTO...you have a kid-friendly and mom-friendly dish! (: MORE»

Recipe #224742

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Grilled Ham and Swiss Sandwich With Grilled Onions on Toast

(14 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This is a favorite I made up while working in my family's restaurant in New Orleans. I got tired of the same ole' stuff on the menu so had fun with making this. I even served it to my favorite customers if they asked real nice! MORE»

Recipe #224279

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Hully Gully (Frito Chili Salad)

(15 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This stunning and delicious salad was a staple at the Wheat's household. I must give the credit for that. Man, one plate of this stuff is NEVER enough! Form a serving line and let everyone build their own; chatting in "line" is half the... MORE»

Recipe #224143

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Cauliflower Casserole

(16 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This is Grandma Nichols's recipe...I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! We miss you, Grandma! I always HATED cooked cauliflower...until I tasted this! It's oh, so, good! Great with holiday roasts, hams, turkey, etc. or just on it's own when you... MORE»

Recipe #222929

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Chiles Rellenos

(11 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

This has got to be one of the simplest ways to make this yummy dish! And it's virtually mess free! These rellenos can be fried in oil or baked in the oven, depending on how you like it. If you like Mexican but don't like spicy stuff, you might... MORE»

Recipe #222927

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Shrimp Robby

(13 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

We used to serve this at Robby's Seafood, a restaurant I worked at while at university in Hattiesburg, MS. Serve these little darlins' as an appetizer or as a main with dirty rice, hot French bread, and a salad. Oh, and don't forget the cold... MORE»

Recipe #222915

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