some recipes

bang bang shrimp
large peeled and deveined shrimp
cornstarch
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 c mayo
1/8 c sweet thai chili sauce
1/8 c sriracha

dry shrimp well and toss in bowl with cornstarch
deep fry until just done
drain on paper towels
salt and pepper to taste

mix mayo and chili sauces together

toss shrimp with mayo mix


savory butternut squash pie
1 pie crust (deep dish and parbaked)
1 lb or less butternut squash (can roast own, but i used one package frozen)
1/2 - 1 whole onion, diced
1/4 t sage
1/8 t nutmeg
1/4 c heavy cream
1 egg
1 egg yolk
2 oz goat cheese
about 1 c other cheeses (used mix of sharp white cheddar, parmesan and swiss)

sautee onion in olive oil until translucent. add squash and continue sauteeing. season with sage & nutmeg. remove from heat and place in food processor with egg, yolk, cream and cheeses. process until smooth. pour into pie shell and bake on 400 for about 20-30 min. until custard is firm and knife inserted comes out clean.
let cool. serve warm or room temp.