Spicy Potato Soup
My sister-in-law, who is from Mexico, passed along this wonderful recipe. Since she prefers her foods much spicier than we...
Cornbread Sausage Stuffing
I made this cornbread sausage stuffing over 45 years ago as part of a special dinner I prepared to thank...
Cajun Shrimp Lasagna Roll-Ups
If you enjoy Creole and Cajun dishes, you'll love this one. The seasoning and andouille sausage give it a nice...
Shrimp and Sausage Pasta
A creamy white sauce pairs well with the meat and slightly spicy seasonings of this pleasing shrimp and sausage pasta...
New Orleans Bread Pudding
For an extra-special treat, try this sweet and buttery New Orleans bread pudding. The cowboys we serve it to say...
Best Hush Puppies
Some years ago, when I was a cook on a large cattle ranch, I thought back to the hush puppies...
Louisiana Gumbo
Gumbo is a stew-like dish made with meat or seafood, tomatoes, sweet bell peppers and okra. You can serve it...
Hearty Red Beans and Rice
I take this dish to many potlucks and never fail to bring home an empty pot. I learned about the...
Andouille-Stuffed Peppers
I was inspired by the important role of green peppers in Cajun dishes when I created my spiced-up recipe. For...
Sticky Chicken Wings
You'll want to keep an extra stack of napkins nearby once people start reaching for these sweet and sticky wings....
New Orleans Beignets
These sweet French doughnuts, inspired by the ones found in Cafe du Monde in New Orleans, are square instead of...
Meaty Slow-Cooked Jambalaya
This recipe makes a big batch of delicious, meaty gumbo. Stash some away in the freezer for days you don't...
Shrimp & Crab Casserole
This quick, easy recipe is truly delicious. The succulent, melt-in-your-mouth seafood flavors and textures make for elegant comfort food. To...
Black-Eyed Peas ‘n’ Pasta
Tradition has it that if you eat black-eyed peas on New Year's Day, you'll enjoy prosperity all year through—but I...
Catfish Soup
"My soup makes a very appetizing meal for two," writes Ruby Williams from Bogalusa, Louisiana. "I don't care for leftovers,...
Cajun Beef Casserole
Your little ones who refuse to eat veggies won’t complain one bit when you bring this cheesy casserole with a...
Bananas Foster Sundaes for 2
I have wonderful memories of eating bananas Foster in New Orleans and, as a dietitian, I wanted to find a...
Virgin Hurricanes
Revelers of all ages can enjoy a nonalcoholic version of the punchlike refresher that’s often called Mardi Gras in a...
Homemade Cajun Seasoning
We in Louisiana love seasoned foods. I use Cajun seasoning recipe in gravy, over meats and with salads. It makes...
Spicy Shrimp with Rice
No one will doubt that "light" cooking can be tasty when you put a helping of this zippy shrimp in...
Ham Pickle Pinwheels
My mom introduced me to this ham pickle pinwheels appetizer a number of years ago, and I've been making them...
Baked Crab Cakes
Reel in a breezy taste of the seashore with these easy and delicious baked crab cakes. For a heftier "burger,"...
Buttery Cajun Popcorn
Cheesy and spicy, this finger-lickin' snack with just a hint of lime is downright addictive! —Beth Stengel, North Hollywood, California
Mini Muffuletta
People love these hearty little sandwich wedges. The recipe is great for a party and can be made the day...
Lora’s Pressure-Cooker Red Beans & Rice
My dear mother-in-law passed this simple recipe to me. With meats, beans and savory veggies, it's tasty, easy and economical,...
Crawfish Pizzas
These spicy pizzas were winners when I entered them in the International Crawfish Festival in Jackson, Mississippi. —Jackie Powell, Jayess,...
Blackened Catfish with Mango Avocado Salsa
A delightful and tasty rub makes this quick recipe fantastic. While the fish is sitting to allow the flavors to...
Zippy Shrimp Spread
Horseradish adds kick to the seafood sauce in this shrimp spread from Leigh Hein, Vernon, Connecticut. "It's a must a...
Crab Cakes with Red Pepper Sauce
Don't forget to have lemons on hand so you and your guests can squeeze some fresh lemon juice over these...