Okra Gumbo
We used to live in New Orleans, but our taste buds don't know we moved yet. I still make many...
Seafood Gumbo
The key to a successful seafood gumbo is threefold: a dark roux, the Cajun "holy trinity" and fresh seafood. You...
Cornbread Dressing with Oysters
My father's dressing bakes separately from the turkey and is simply delicious. The secret is to prepare the corn bread...
Baked Beans and Sausage
This baked beans and sausage recipe will crank up the flavor at your cookouts, potlucks and game-day gatherings.
Creole Seasoning Mix
I make up this creole seasoning to have on hand when a recipe calls for Creole or Cajun seasoning. —Marian...
Cornbread Casserole
Cornbread casserole has all the comfort of crumbly cornbread but is mixed with whole kernel corn, cream-style corn and butter...
Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Chicken
My husband and children love this tender chicken with its spicy sauce. Peach preserves add just a touch of sweetness,...
Contest-Winning Cajun Cabbage
Looking for a different treatment for cabbage? Try this spicy cheese-topped Cajun cabbage that I adapted from a friend's recipe....
Cornbread
Golden squares of buttery cornbread pair perfectly with any comfort meal. This cornbread is crisp on the outside with a...
Beignets
The Big Easy is known for its fresh, doughy beignets. Here is our recipe for making these iconic doughnuts at...
Cayenne Pretzels
These spicy pretzels were a huge hit at my daughter's graduation party. The longer they sit, the spicier they get!...
Red Bean Vegetable Soup
Cajun seasoning boosts the flavor of this brothy soup. The easy recipe makes a big batch that's loaded with beans...
Peppered Cornbread
Pretty flecks of jalapeno and red peppers peek out from this golden cornbread. It has a mild flavor that appeals...
Crawfish Pizza
Crawfish pizza may sound a little wild, but once you try these creamy, cheesy, Cajun-spiced pies, you'll totally get it.
Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole turns weeknight dinner into a one-dish, southern flavor fest with a rich tomato sauce and succulent shellfish.
Grilled Wing Zingers
My husband fine-tuned this recipe—and the results were spectacular! These spicy-hot grilled wings help make the party. You can easily...
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...
Tortellini and Meatballs
Creamy sauce, tender pasta and colorful vegetables come together in this easy slow-cooked tortellini and meatballs dinner.
Shrimp Chowder
Move over, clam chowder! This shrimp chowder recipe is family-approved and ready to hit the table.
Southern Seafood Gumbo
I tasted a similar dish at a local restaurant and later duplicated it pretty closely. I trimmed it down a...
Grilled Catfish
Grilled catfish boasts a delicious flavor, especially when it's infused with spices and served with lemon and parsley.
Easy Crab Cakes
Just a few ingredients, including already-cleaned fresh or frozen crabmeat, make these easy crab cakes something you can throw together...
Blackened Chicken and Beans
My husband loves any spicy food, and this is one quick-fix recipe we can both agree on. As the chicken...
Buttermilk Cornbread
This buttermilk cornbread recipe is tangy, fluffy and filled with sweet flavor. It's an easy side dish to pair with...
Spinach Po’Boy
I like to make this warm and cheesy sandwich for a simple dinner, served with fresh fruit on the side....
Speedy Seafood Gumbo
I needed a quick meal one blustery night when my husband was coming home late with the kids. So I...
Southern Pecan Catfish
I coat the catfish in pecans, then top it with a thick, rich cream sauce. It looks like you spent...
Veggie Chicken Creole
I ladle this vegetable-packed chicken dish over jasmine rice. It’s a long-grain rice that’s not as sticky as most, but...
Slow-Cooked Hearty Jambalaya
I love anything with Cajun spices, so I came up with this slow-cooker jambalaya that’s just as good as that...