Easy Boiled Shrimp
Hey, how about a pot of boiled shrimp for supper!
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Remoulade Sauce
Every now and then I get a craving for a good remoulade sauce. Not the bottled kind you buy from your local grocer’s shelf, which is entirely okay in a rush. No, no, no! The kind I’m talking about is that fresh from Mama’s kitchen taste. It’s […]
Cajun Cake, An Immoderate Indulgence
I’m so excited to bring you this luscious cake recipe known as the Cajun Cake. It’s a “made from scratch“ treat of simple ingredients found in most kitchens.
Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a spicy-delicious thick stew made from a slow-cooked tomatoey sauce flavored with seasonings, fresh herbs, and the Cajun trinity.
A Roux Lesson
First Ya Make A Roux It’s true, most Cajun dishes start with a roux. The browned flour in fat is what gives dishes like gumbos, and stews their unique taste and texture. Some of you I know have had difficulty in attempting to make this […]
An Instant Pot Soup
Recipe Hunting Have you cooked anything new in your Instant Pot lately? My latest was a hearty, homemade bowl of navy bean soup. I discovered this Capital Hill Bean Soup recipe while hunting through one of my many Southern Living magazines. Right from this pile.
My Mardi Gras Salad
We’re Not Just Tossin’ Beads For Mardi Gras, Mista’ Well, hey there, on this Mardi Gras day! Fat Tuesday always brings memories of celebration, parades, and preparation for the lenten season. It also reminds me of a recipe I discovered years ago that I want to […]
Seafood Gumbo
Nothing compares to my Mama’s seafood gumbo. So far, I have not tasted one as good as her’s. That’s why I’m so excited to share her recipe with you in hopes you give it a try and become as gumbo-happy in this cold weather as […]
Chunky Cheesy Creamy Crawfish Dip
Be The Hostess With The Mostest This chunky crawfish dip is perfect for holiday parties or as an appetizer before a meal. Oh, and you know what else? It’s a great snack while decorating or doing those holiday chores. Anything made with crawfish is […]
Oatmeal Rolls
Seasons Greetings To You! It’s the holidays and you may be looking for recipes to make your parties and meals extra special or for a gift of food to bless someone. I’m not suggesting anything that’s difficult or takes all day to prepare. After all, […]
