Gumbo with South Carolina Shrimp, Andouille and Rice

When making a great gumbo, focus on the roux and high-quality local ingredients. The roux determines texture and color, requiring time and attention. Local ingredients like Andouille, South Carolina white shrimp, and Gold Rice add authentic flavor. The process involves slow rendering of bacon, preparing a dark roux, and adding key ingredients for a rich, flavorful result.

Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin, Seared Okra and Pimento Cheese Grits

Super easy and impressive meal you can make on a week day, no problem. This was actually inspired by several meals I’ve eaten at restaurants. The bacon wrapped pork came from Soby’s and I’ve blogged before (Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin). The pimento cheese grits I had at Distilled at Gratz Park Inn. The seared okra…