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olivesandcherries Private Chef & Caterer from Houston, TX. I’ve had the privilege of catering many weddings and events. https://favchef.com/2024/carmen-reddy

Catering to people's diverse dietary lifestyles allows me to dig deep creatively to satisfy everyone's palate.

Pasta Salad!!! 🩷♥️🩷♥️🩷♥️🩷1 box of 12 ounce Rainbow Rotini Pasta - cooked as directed 1 8 ounce jar of julienned sundr...
12/03/2026

Pasta Salad!!! 🩷♥️🩷♥️🩷♥️🩷

1 box of 12 ounce Rainbow Rotini Pasta - cooked as directed
1 8 ounce jar of julienned sundried tomatoes
1 red bell pepper- diced small
1/3 c Kalamata olives - cut in half, lengthwise
1 6 ounce tub of sun dried tomato and basil feta crumbles (you may also use plain)
1/3 lb thick cut from the deli of sliced hard salami - julienned
1 bunch of fresh basil - chopped
Pink Himalayan Salt & pepper with a dash of crushed red pepper to taste
1/3c extra virgin olive oil (I used green label Graza)
2-3 tablespoons of red wine vinegar (start at 2, then check for taste)

Cook and drain the pasta in cold water. Add ice cubes to stop the cooking process.. when cooled, add all of the ingredients. Season to taste. Chill it for about an hour or longer… enjoy!

So it’s Chicken on the bone, seasoned with cumin, paprika, ancho chili powder, onion and salt and pepper. Cooked in veg...
11/03/2026

So it’s Chicken on the bone, seasoned with cumin, paprika, ancho chili powder, onion and salt and pepper. Cooked in veg or olive oil until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.

While that’s cooking, I peeled and sliced two carrots, a whole zucchini, and added a small can of corn (drained) and placed in a bowl to toss in after I browned the rice.

When you remove the chicken, leave all the bits in the pan and you may need to add a little bit more oil so that you can properly brown your 2 cups of Jasmine or a long grain rice over medium high heat. I added fresh onion and celery, diced to enhance the flavor.

When your rice gets to be a golden brown, add your chicken, liquids* and veggies.

The liquid is 4 cups of chicken stock, 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon, garlic, cumin (about 1 tablespoon), tomato puree and salt & pepper.

After 15 minutes, I topped with slices of fresh Roma tomatoes and chopped cilantro.

Cover and reduce heat after liquid starts to boil.. check after 15 minutes.. may need a little longer but don’t stir until rice is visibly fluffy.

Enjoy!

A juicy burger cooked on the flat top served with hand cut fries was music to our ears ♥️♥️♥️1 lb of 80/20 made 3 perfec...
03/03/2026

A juicy burger cooked on the flat top served with hand cut fries was music to our ears ♥️♥️♥️

1 lb of 80/20 made 3 perfect burgers for Kaiser rolls.. seasoned with your favorite blend. Then cooked over medium high heat until you reach your desired temp.

#8020

Hand cut, twice fried potatoes ♥️Cooked outside on a fantastic evening in March..
03/03/2026

Hand cut, twice fried potatoes ♥️

Cooked outside on a fantastic evening in March..

My husband took the chicken I prepared and cooked it perfectly on our griddle♥️Here is what I used to season it ♥️Equal...
01/03/2026

My husband took the chicken I prepared and cooked it perfectly on our griddle♥️

Here is what I used to season it ♥️

Equal parts crushed dried rosemary, dried oregano and basil. Coated in extra virgin olive oil and sprayed with a buttery Chardonnay throughout the entire cooking process.

Catered a wedding of 160 yesterday ♥️♥️♥️ Everything was PERFECT & right on time ♥️🙌🏽♥️🙏🏼♥️
01/03/2026

Catered a wedding of 160 yesterday ♥️♥️♥️ Everything was PERFECT & right on time ♥️🙌🏽♥️🙏🏼♥️

Italian Seasoned Chicken Breasts ♥️For this recipe, I used 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and the following herbs a...
23/02/2026

Italian Seasoned Chicken Breasts ♥️

For this recipe, I used 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts and the following herbs and spices to coat. You’ll want to spray your chicken with extra virgin olive oil before coating with the herbs & spices.

4 sprigs fresh oregano - stem removed then chopped
A handful of flat leaf parsley - chopped
About a tablespoon of basil paste
1 1/2 teaspoons of dried rosemary - finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried basil
Salt & pepper (about a teaspoon of each)

2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil heated over medium high heat. A splash of Chardonnay which cooking just to add a little acidity.

Cook on one side for about 7 minutes then flip and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Flip another time and lower the heat to medium.. internal temp should be at 160 degrees.

Remove when done & allow to rest. DELICIOUS.

Loaded Skillet Potatoes ♥️🤤♥️About 2 lbs red potatoes, diced medium with skin on.1/2 yellow onion - sliced thick 3 table...
16/02/2026

Loaded Skillet Potatoes ♥️🤤♥️

About 2 lbs red potatoes, diced medium with skin on.
1/2 yellow onion - sliced thick
3 tablespoons chopped chives
5-7 slices of thick cut bacon- cooked and roughly chopped
1 c hand shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter- sliced in to tabs
2 tablespoons chopped chives

pan fried potatoes, and onions in olive oil over medium high heat. You’ll want to toss occasionally to ensure you get a nice crisp on each side of the potato. This might take about 15-20 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper before adding bacon, cheddar and chives. Top with tabs of butter and allow to melt through..

Do not cover or the potatoes will turn soft. But it’ll still be good, even if you did. 😆

Cucumber Salad ♥️two English cucumbers, sliced thinOne cup of cherry tomatoes, sliced in half 1/4 c red onion, thinly sl...
16/02/2026

Cucumber Salad ♥️

two English cucumbers, sliced thin
One cup of cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
1/4 c red onion, thinly sliced

4 sprigs of fresh dill, finely chopped
Juice of 1 large lemon
1 tsp granulated sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste

Mix dressing in with cucumber, tomato and onion. Chill for at least an hour.. serve and enjoy!!

Belgium Waffles for days… the recipe is in another post showing them as waffle sticks ♥️ a great recipe indeed! ...
10/02/2026

Belgium Waffles for days… the recipe is in another post showing them as waffle sticks ♥️ a great recipe indeed!

Roasted Veggies - broccolini, rainbow carrots, yellow onion.In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 c extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 c u...
28/01/2026

Roasted Veggies - broccolini, rainbow carrots, yellow onion.

In a small bowl, whisk 1/4 c extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 c unsalted butter, a tsp dried oregano, a tsp of dried parsley, 1 tsp dried basil.. season with salt & pepper.

Roast at 400 for 25-30 minutes.

*For a more crisp bite, spread evenly on a parchment lined sheet pan.

Mini Charcuterie Boards for a crowd ♥️3 types of cheeses - honey goat cheese topped with crushed pistachios, tart cherri...
28/01/2026

Mini Charcuterie Boards for a crowd ♥️

3 types of cheeses - honey goat cheese topped with crushed pistachios, tart cherries and dried apricots and a drizzle of honey. smoked Gouda & an aged cheddar

Toasted baguette with olive oil, sea salt and cracked black pepper.

Olives, roasted walnuts with honey & rosemary and grapes.

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