Shortbread cookies

1 cup butter

1/4 cup sugar 

1/2 tsp vanilla

1/2 cup icing sugar 

2 cups flour

Pinch of salt

Mix and bake at 325 for 8-10 min

Cajun Shrimp Pilaf

In a large skillet melt 2 tbsp butter on medium heat then add:

1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice

3 cups chicken broth

1 lb shrimp

2 cups frozen peas or other vegetable

Cajun seasoning:

1 1/2 tsp paprika

1 tsp salt

1 1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp pepper

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Bring all ingredients to a boil on medium heat then place the lid on the skillet and turn down to low.  Let simmer on low for 15 minutes and then serve.