Cooking with Chef Avi

Cooking with Chef Avi Chef Avi Scudder is a New Orleans–based chef trained at the Culinary Institute of America. Serve with soul.”

Specializing in Italian, French, Cajun-Creole, and Pan-Asian cuisine, he blends classical technique with modern luxury. “Cook with heart.

06/28/2026

🌱🍔 Ultimate Vegan Veggie Burgers with MorningShield Wellness Blend! 🍔🌱

Who says a veggie burger can’t be hearty, flavorful, and satisfying?

Today, Sous-Chef Jane and I created a colorful, protein-packed vegan veggie burger loaded with black beans, chickpeas, fresh vegetables, rolled oats, and our MorningShield Wellness Blend for an extra nutritional boost. The result? A burger that’s crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and full of fresh, vibrant flavor.

One of my favorite ways to enjoy it is wrapped in crisp Boston Bibb lettuce for a light, fresh, completely plant-based meal. Prefer something more traditional? It’s just as delicious on your favorite toasted vegan bun with fresh lettuce, tomato, thinly sliced red onion, avocado, and vegan herb aioli.

Healthy food should never be boring—it should be colorful, satisfying, and made to share.

🌱 Vegan Veggie Burger Recipe

Ingredients

* 1 can black beans, drained and mashed
* 1 can chickpeas, drained and lightly mashed
* 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms
* 1 cup grated carrots
* ½ cup diced onion
* ½ cup diced red bell pepper
* 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
* 1 cup rolled oats
* 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
* 2 tablespoons water (mixed with the flaxseed and rested 10 minutes)
* 1 scoop MorningShield Wellness Blend
* 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
* 1 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1 teaspoon onion powder
* 1 teaspoon ground cumin
* Salt and black pepper to taste
* Olive oil for cooking

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
2. Process about half the mixture in a food processor, then fold it back into the remaining mixture.
3. Form into patties and chill for 20–30 minutes.
4. Sear in a lightly oiled cast-iron skillet until golden brown on both sides.
5. Serve on Boston Bibb lettuce or a toasted vegan bun with your favorite fresh toppings.

✨ Cook with heart. Serve with soul.

06/24/2026

🇮🇹 Homemade Chocolate Cannoli from Scratch 🇮🇹

There’s something special about making cannoli completely from scratch. From rolling the cocoa-infused dough, wrapping each shell by hand, frying them until perfectly crisp, and finishing them with a rich ricotta-mascarpone filling, every step is worth it.

Today, Sous Chef Jane and I took our time and created one of Sicily’s most iconic desserts the traditional way.

✨ Crispy chocolate cannoli shells
✨ Sweet ricotta mascarpone filling
✨ Mini chocolate chips
✨ Fresh orange zest
✨ Chopped pistachios
✨ Light dusting of powdered sugar

The best part? That first bite when the shell shatters and the creamy filling comes through.

Cook with heart. Serve with soul.
— Chef Avi



🍫 Chef Avi’s Chocolate Cannoli Recipe

Cannoli Shells

Ingredients

* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* 2 tbsp cocoa powder
* 2 tbsp granulated sugar
* 1/2 tsp cinnamon
* 1/4 tsp salt
* 2 tbsp butter, softened
* 1 egg
* 1/4 cup Marsala wine (or white wine)
* Oil for frying

Directions

1. Mix dry ingredients.
2. Add butter, egg, and wine.
3. Knead until smooth.
4. Wrap and rest 30 minutes.
5. Roll very thin.
6. Cut 3½–4 inch circles.
7. Wrap around cannoli forms and seal seam.
8. Fry at 325°F–340°F until golden and crisp.
9. Cool completely before filling.



Cannoli Filling

Ingredients

* 2 cups whole milk ricotta (drained)
* 8 oz mascarpone cheese
* 1 cup powdered sugar
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* Zest of 1 orange
* 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Directions

1. Blend ricotta and mascarpone.
2. Add powdered sugar.
3. Add vanilla and orange zest.
4. Fold in chocolate chips.
5. Chill 30 minutes.
6. Pipe into cooled shells just before serving.



Garnish

* Mini chocolate chips
* Chopped pistachios
* Orange zest
* Powdered sugar



Which side are you taking first?
🍫 Chocolate chips
🍊 Orange zest
🥜 Pistachios

👇 Let me know in the comments!

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06/13/2026

✨🍓 SWEET NEWS! 🍓✨

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From custom dessert pans and cake cups to build-your-own sweet creations, we make every event a little sweeter and a lot more memorable.

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06/06/2026

🌿🦐 CAJUN SHRIMP & SAUSAGE STUFFED ARTICHOKES 🦐🌿

Today we’re taking a simple artichoke and turning it into something truly special.

Fresh artichokes are cleaned, roasted until tender, then filled with a rich Louisiana-inspired mixture of Gulf shrimp, browned andouille sausage, sweet peppers, onions, garlic, and Cajun seasoning.

Finished with a bright micro gremolata, delicate squash blossoms, and dandelion petals for a beautiful garden-to-table presentation.

This dish combines classic Cajun flavors with refined culinary technique, creating a plate that’s both comforting and elegant.

Cooking isn’t just about ingredients—it’s about taking the time to build layers of flavor and turning something simple into something memorable.

Would you try these Cajun Shrimp & Sausage Stuffed Artichokes?

Cook with heart. Serve with soul.

— Chef Avi






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06/03/2026

Most people see hot sauce.

I see a brand.
I see a movement.
I see a vision.

Built from late nights, hard work, and the belief that ordinary was never the goal.

Ghost Foods isn’t just about heat.

It’s about passion.
It’s about standing out.
It’s about building something unforgettable.

The journey is just getting started.

👻🔥

Would you drive Ghost Foods?

06/01/2026

We’re looking for confident, outgoing, energetic women who love festivals, food events, promotions, social media, and representing a growing national food brand.

From product launches and food festivals to live events and brand promotions, the Ghost Girls help bring The Flavor Phenomenon™ to life.

🌶️ Ghost Pepper Hot Sauce ###
🌶️ BBQ Sauce ###
🌶️ Seasonings ###
🌶️ Pickled Peppers ###
🍫 Chili-Infused Chocolates
🥨 Award-Winning Snacks

Founded by Chef Avi in 2012, Ghost Foods continues to grow, and we’re building a team of ambassadors who are ready to grow with us.

🔥 Do you have the personality?
🔥 Do you have the confidence?
🔥 Do you enjoy meeting people and representing exciting brands?
🔥 Do you love festivals, food, and fun?

Then we want to hear from you.

📩 Think you’ve got what it takes to become a Ghost Girl? Contact us today.

Send us a message with:
• Your name
• City and state
• Recent photo(s)
• Social media links (if available)
• Event, promotional, modeling, or brand ambassador experience (not required)

Join the movement.

👻 Ghost Girls
🌶️ Ghost Foods
🔥 The Flavor Phenomenon™

BE BOLD.
BE SPICY.
BE UNFORGETTABLE.

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05/30/2026

🔥 NEW FROM GHOST FOODS 🔥

Firecracker Shrimp tossed in our signature Firecracker Wing Sauce is bringing the heat. 🍤🌶️

Bold flavor.
Sweet heat.
Smoked ghost pepper attitude.

Chef Avi is turning up the fire with crispy popcorn shrimp exploding with Louisiana flavor.

Who’s ready for a plate? 👀🔥

Cooking with Chef Avi

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