Prepped Ish Week 20
Menu: Jerk Chicken Rice Bowls, Jerk Shrimp Tacos, Escovitch Salmon
Hi hi hiiii and welcome to Week 20 of Prepped-ish — I can barely believe we’ve made it this far, mostly because I’ve been surviving on martinis and vibes lately. The weather’s been gray and gross, and my focus is non-existent because in T-minus one day I will be in the presence of Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter. Like, how am I supposed to think about dinner when my soul is preparing to ascend?
But alas, a girl’s gotta eat. And this week, I found myself craving comfort — the kind that tastes like home. My dad was born in the Caribbean, and while I love Caribbean food with my whole heart (and stomach), it’s not always the most weeknight-friendly. A lot of those flavors take time — slow simmers, deep seasonings, love layered over hours. And while we don’t have that kind of time right now (Beyoncé!!!), I tried to bring that warmth and soul into some more doable dishes for the week.
So this week’s menu is giving: cozy, nostalgic, easy-ish, and maybe a little island-kissed. Thank you for being here, for cooking with me, and for letting me ramble about martinis and my queen Bey.
How was your week? Rough? Beautiful? Chaotic? I’m here for all of it — and here for you, whatever you need. Let’s dive into the good stuff. 💛
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