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Milk Punch

Sip on this celebratory cocktail recipe that dates back generations. Known as a favorite in New Orleans, milk punch is a sweet and rich drink perfect for special occasions. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

How to Make Copycat Popeyes Mardi Gras Mustard

Good news, spice lovers: Popeyes' cult favorite sweet-and-spicy sandwich spread is easy to make at home.


12 Mardi Gras Drinks for Partying Like You’re on Bourbon Street

Pull out your purple, green and gold beads—it's time to shake and stir some Mardi Gras drinks like the bartenders...


Blueberry Iced Tea

1 review

I enjoy coming up with new ways to use my slow cooker in the kitchen. If it’s going to take...


Margarita Cupcakes

My hobby is cake decorating, and this is my most-requested recipe. It is delicious!! If you are unable to find...

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What Are Paczki? Plus How to Make These Treats at Home

Filled with jelly and coated in sugar, paczki are a treat worth seeking out on Fat Tuesday.


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39 Fat Tuesday Recipes to Splurge On

Fat Tuesday, as its name implies, is meant for feasting on rich, luscious foods. Here are dozens of Fat Tuesday...

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60 of the Best Recipes for Mardi Gras

Get a taste of the Big Easy with the best recipes for Mardi Gras. Whether it's king cake, beignets or...


The Best Mardi Gras Party Ideas for a Family-Friendly Bash

Just because you're not in New Orleans doesn't mean you can't celebrate Fat Tuesday! Our Mardi Gras party ideas will...


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50 New Orleans-Inspired Recipes for Mardi Gras

New Orleans is known for wild parties, beautiful architecture and some of the most flavorful food in the country. From...


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25 Healthy Mardi Gras Foods

Eat light Big Easy-style with these healthy Mardi Gras foods.

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How to Make a New Orleans-Style Hurricane Cocktail

Happy Mardi Gras! You can celebrate in style with the iconic and fruity hurricane drink.


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What Is King Cake? Here’s How to Make This Mardi Gras Treat

Here's the story behind this lucky dessert—and a guide on how to make king cake from scratch.


10 Fun Centerpiece Ideas for Your Mardi Gras Party

If you're celebrating Fat Tuesday with a New Orleans-style Mardi Gras party, check out these festive centerpiece ideas you can...


Mardi Gras King Cake

7 reviews

This frosted king cake is the highlight of our annual Mardi Gras party. If you want to hide a token...


Grandma’s Strawberry Shortcake

3 reviews

Here’s a family-sized version of my grandma’s summertime dessert. I can still taste the sweet juicy berries piled over warm...

Authentic Cajun Gumbo

8 reviews

I learned to cook in Louisiana and I love to cook Cajun food. This cajun gumbo recipe is one of...


Hearty Muffuletta

5 reviews

Famous in Louisiana, a muffuletta is a combo of cold cuts, cheese and olive salad layered into an Italian bread...


Virgin Hurricanes

Revelers of all ages can enjoy a nonalcoholic version of the punchlike refresher that’s often called Mardi Gras in a...


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Shrimp Gumbo

31 reviews

A crisp green salad and crusty French bread complete this shrimp gumbo meal. I always have hot sauce available when...


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Mardi Gras Cupcakes

12 reviews

Take these simple Mardi Gras cupcakes to a get-together and watch them disappear. Kids will love to help decorate them...


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Louisiana Jambalaya

11 reviews

My husband helped add a little spice to my life. He grew up on Cajun cooking, such as Louisiana jambalaya,...


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Traditional New Orleans King Cake

15 reviews

Get in on the fun of traditional king cake by hiding a little toy baby in the cake. Whoever finds...


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New Orleans Beignets

15 reviews

These sweet, square and holeless French doughnuts are known as beignets. New Orleans’ traditional breakfast always includes a few of...


20 Cajun Recipes to Make with the Holy Trinity

Commonly used in Louisiana-style recipes, the "Cajun Trinity" is a medley of chopped onion, celery and green pepper. Try out...

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24 Mardi Gras Desserts for Your Party

Transport your party to New Orleans with these Mardi Gras desserts. Yes, beignets and king cake are classic options, but...