Fried Okra
Crispy, crunchy and absolutely delightful. It's hard to stop eating fried okra once you pop a few of these tasty...
Spicy Skeleton Ribs
These ribs are sure to add kick to the party thanks to the haunting combination of spices. This can be...
Grandma Edna’s Cajun Pork
My grandma used to make this for our family on special occasions. We love to carry on the delicious tradition....
Sweet & Spicy Nuts
Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will...
Sweet Potato Wedges with Chili Mayo
Cajun spices bring the zing to roasted sweet potatoes—a side dish my family eats frequently. We dunk them in chili-spiced...
Crawfish Beignets with Cajun Dipping Sauce
Get a taste of the Deep South with these slightly spicy beignets. You won't be able to eat just one!...
King Cake Recipe
Here is the story behind this lucky dessert—and a guide on how to make king cake from scratch.
New Orleans Gumbo
I’ve been making this New Orleans gumbo for at least 30 years. I’m originally from New Orleans, and I think...
Catfish Po’Boy
Tender fillets of hot and crispy fried catfish pair with cool, spicy Cajun coleslaw in our catfish po'boys. These overstuffed...
Oven-Fried Shrimp
These oven-fried shrimp are a lighter take on classic deep-fried shrimp. They have a crispy, golden crust with fewer calories...
Quick & Easy New Orleans Shrimp
I’ve simplified my mom's Shrimp Creole—she made it for us growing up. Now it's effortless comfort food I make for...
Shrimp and Crab Casserole
Shrimp and crab casserole features long-grain and wild rice smothered in a creamy shellfish sauce and melted cheese.
Champagne Cajun Tilapia
We think the champagne dressing in this recipe is yummy on almost anything, but it’s excellent with this lovely fish....
Fruit & Nut Andouille Stuffing
This special stuffing recipe has been a Thanksgiving tradition with our family for many years. It reminds us of home,...
Roasted Okra
Our recipe for roasted okra transforms this versatile vegetable into a crispy, flavorful treat. Perfect as a side dish or...
Cajun Boil on the Grill
I came up with these everything-in-one seafood packets for a family reunion, since the recipe can be increased to feed...
Blackened Pork Caesar Salad
When I cook, the goal is to have enough leftovers for lunch the next day. This Caesar with pork has...
Cajun Summer Vegetables
Put your garden-fresh summertime veggies to good use in a colorful side dish that gets a little heat from Cajun...
Banana Beignets
When life hands you ripe bananas, make banana beignets! These mini beignets are so easy and so good, you may...
Pan-Fried Catfish with Spicy Pecan Gremolata
Gremolata, a citrusy minced herb mix, makes a flavorful garnish. This well-seasoned version, with pecans added, gives an unexpected nutty...
All-Around Seasoning Mix
I always keep this all-purpose seasoning mixture on hand. It’s good on anything, especially grilled pork, chicken and vegetables. We've...
Collard Greens with Bacon
These smoky collard greens with bacon prove that leafy greens can pack a lot of flavor. Complete the ode to...
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...
Vegan Jambalaya
This flavorful entree won’t leave you hungry since it uses convenient canned beans in place of meat. —Crystal Jo Bruns,...
Crispy Beer-Battered Fish
A local restaurant made a similar breading for shrimp po' boys, but we think this version's better. I serve the...
Crispy Almond Tilapia
Since changing to a healthier style of cooking, I’ve come up with new coatings for baked fish. I use almonds,...
Creole-Spiced Shrimp Po’Boys
My father is Cajun, and I grew up eating Cajun food. This easy recipe makes me think of happy childhood...
Dirty Rice with Ground Beef
Dirty rice with ground beef is a departure from the typical chicken liver-centric version, but it's just as tasty. This...
Blackened Halibut
This blackened halibut recipe brings a restaurant-quality seafood dinner to the table with very little prep and cook time. Serve...