Cajun

Friends and family often request my jambalaya for gatherings. And I don't mind, since it's so easy to make. —Elizabeth...

We enjoy andouille sausage with pasta; now change up the usual Scampi by turning andouille into a butter sauce. —Judy...

I threw this hash together last minute for a church brunch. Folks liked it so much they asked me for...

This is my version of a famous New Orleans salad. Try it as a sandwich topping. Try it on toasted...

I like making this dish because it allows me to stay on track for my weight loss without giving up...

This recipe makes a big batch of delicious, meaty gumbo. Stash some away in the freezer for days you don't...

Here in Louisiana, the good times roll when we broil fish and serve it with lots of lime juice, cilantro...

As the stew of the South, jambalaya is a definite staple. For ages, home cooks have been making their own...

We stew Cajun pork chops with rice in a slow cooker to create a hearty, comforting dish full of flavor.

Fresh summer vegetables are paired with lean pork and tasty Greek olives for a healthy and quick dinner that's great...

We have family members who attended college in New Orleans. This shrimp captures their favorite flavors from the Big Easy,...

Tailgating at Friday night high school games brings our children and friends together to share great food. Gumbo is a...

I tried to mimic Jambalaya from my favorite restaurant and it turned out so well my daughter and husband now...

Secret ingredient alert: A pinch of coffee crystals gives my jambalaya its roasty, toasty flavor. This quick and easy dinner...

I’m originally from Louisiana, where my grandma spoke Cajun French as she taught me her spicy chicken spaghetti. —Brenda Melancon,...

My husband loves corn on the cob, and I love this slow-cooker recipe because I don't have to stand at...

This one-pot eggplant shrimp skillet recipe packs in vegetables like tomatoes and green pepper, has a little heat, and keeps...

I have been making this mouthwatering potato salad for about 10 years. My family likes spicy foods, and thanks to...

These cakes are crispy on the outside and moist and flavorful on the inside—a real treat! I like to serve...

One of my family's favorite soups, this tasty recipe was one I discovered years ago. Served with a salad and...

Our recipe for hush puppies is easy enough for anyone to make. The result? Golden brown, airy, savory hush puppies...

To serve a reduced-calorie dish that is ready in about 15 minutes, I came up with this fast, simple recipe....

Green peppers and mint add a surprise to this Louisiana chicken recipe. A roasting bag keeps the chicken moist and...

An Onion Blossoms—whole onions cut to resemble a flower and then deep-fried—were the talk of the town when served at...

When I switched to a low-fat diet, I thought I'd never be able to eat crab cakes again. But then...

Our pasta began as a special, but due to its overwhelming popularity, we made it a permanent part of our...

Duck gumbo lets home cooks really indulge their skill and passion. With wild duck, andouille sausage and plenty...

While living in Canada, I sampled this colorful dish at a neighbor's. The following Christmas, I served it instead of...

"Authentic Cajun popcorn is actually deep-fried crawfish tails seasoned with peppery spices," explains Bogalusa, Louisiana field editor Ruby Williams. "But...