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Audrey’s Tres Bon Chewy Bread
Jon Miller for Audrey Breaux Miller Tres Bon (Very Good) is a perfect phrase to describe this soft, brownie-like cookie. Ingredients1 lb brown sugar 2 large eggs or 3 medium eggs 1 stick melted butter 1 tsp vanilla 1 cup chopped pecans 2 cups self-rising flourDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 325 ...
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Corn and Sausage Jambalaya
This is a concoction that I came up with one day because I had nothing else better to fix. I am good at throwing stuff together and it tasted better than I expected. I made this recipe for my fellow teachers and they all raved about it and wanted the ...
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Homemade Authentic Salsa
A wonderful authentic recipe. The Salsa tastes just like it does in a really good Mexican restaurant! Ingredients10 large tomatoes 1/2 bunch fresh Cilantro 2 fresh Jalapenos 1/2 bunch fresh Green Onions, chopped 1 tsp garlic powder (you can add more to taste) 1 tsp saltDirectionsStep 1In a food processor ...
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Creole Crab Croquettes
Ingredients2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp flour 1 cup milk at room temperature 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp white pepper 1/2 lb crab meat 2 hard boiled eggs, chopped 1 egg, beaten Cracker crumbs Oil for fryingDirectionsStep 1Melt butter in saucepan until bubbling, gradually add the flour ...
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Eggplant Fritters
We was po’ & ate anything that didn’t eat us. When I had kids, Mom & Grandma would make fritters of all kinds for my children. It was a treat, they couldn’t wait to go (and visit) so they could get these. Ingredients1 eggplant 3/4 cup flour 1/4 cup milk ...
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Buttermilk Pralines
How about a Pecan Picking and Praline Party? You pick the pecans (as my Mom would say) or participate in the pecan picking (as my fancy cousin would say), crack and shell the bucketful of nuts; take this recipe, invite your friends and make up a batchful. Enjoy this old ...
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Gaspergou (Goo) Etouffée (Etoufée)
A fish stew made with the goo fish. The goo fish is the nickname for a freshwater drum; known as a gaspergou or sheepshead. This fish is similar to carp. Ingredients6 lbs goo fish, cut in large pieces 1/4 cup water 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 1 tsp ...
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Worms in the Mud
This fun treat is often served at birthday parties. Ingredients1 cup gummy worms 1 cup Oreo crumbs 1 box instant pudding mix any flavorDirectionsStep 1Follow direction on the box and make the pudding mix. Stir the worms in, then add the Oreo crumbs on top. Serve and enjoy
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Chrissy’s Vegetarian Rice Dressing
After seeing Yves Vegetarian Ground Round at my local grocer, I realized it would be possible to make a rice dressing that both my vegetarian girlfriend and I could enjoy. This rice dressing tastes like the real thing. The “fake” ground round used in this is made of texturized soy. ...
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Oyster and Artichoke Stuffed Pastries
Oyster, artichoke and mushroom medley in puff pastry shells. This is a wonderful appetizer for any occasion. We served this appetizer the other night along with crab-stuffed mushroom caps and smoked salmon, red onion and marjoram cream cheese canapes. A fume blanc, pinot gris or other crisp/spicy white wine is ...
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Lazy Night Supper
Ingredients1 1/2 lbs ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 (15 oz) can lima beans 1/2 cup washed rice 1/2 cup water Salt, black pepper, red pepper to tasteDirectionsStep 1In a medium to large skillet, brown the ground meat and remove any fat. Step 2Add the chopped onions and sauté ...
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Crawfish Salad
A great fresh tasting salad hot or cold – Super for a main dish. Ingredients1 lb cooked crawfish 1 small package of macaroni 2 tbsp pickled relish 1 small jar of chopped pimentos 1 cup chopped celery 1 cup chopped bell pepper 1 small onion, chopped 1 to 2 tbsp ...
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Steamboat Cabbage
Ingredients1 medium head cabbage, chopped 1 lb ground meat 1 1/2 cups raw rice 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce 2 cups water 1 large onion, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped fine 1 bunch green onion tops, chopped 1 tbsp parsley flakes Salt and pepper to taste 2 tbsp canola ...
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Numbie Numb Cake
Ingredients1 stick butter 1 cup flour 1/2 cup chopped pecans 8 ounces cream cheese 1 cup powdered sugar 1/2 container Cool Whip 2 small packs instant pudding 3 cups milkDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Step 2Mix the butter, flour and pecans. Press into a 9x13 pan. Bake for ...
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Sandra’s Old Fashioned Bread Pudding
This bread pudding is one of the old classics baked by grandmothers. The meringue is baked into the pudding. Ingredients1 (13 oz) can evaporated milk 3/4 cup sugar 1 tbsp cinnamon (optional) 1 tsp nutmeg (optional) 2 cups milk 4 egg yolks 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp vanilla 7 ...
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Corn Casserole a’la Sandra
Ingredients1 stick butter 1 bell pepper, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 cup minute rice 1 egg 1 small jar pimento 1 (15 oz) can cream style corn 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn Salt and pepper to taste 3 slices cheeseDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. In a ...
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Chili a’la Sandra
Ingredients2 lbs ground beef 1 chopped onion 1/2 chopped bell pepper 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste 3 stalks celery, chopped 1 can McCormick/Schilling Chili Hot Powder 1 can Bush Chili Beans Shredded cheddar cheese to top (optional) Chopped onions to top (optional)DirectionsStep 1In a medium to heavy skillet, brown ...
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Vegetarian Red Beans & Brown Rice
This is a classic New Orleans dish served on Mondays without sausage and with brown rice to make it healthier and lower carb. Ingredients1 chopped Vidalia (sweet) onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 large green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 large red bell pepper, chopped 4 cups vegetable stock (or 4 ...
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Sarah’s Super Cheesy Crawfish Fettuccini
Crawfish Casserole is wonderful for a dinner party or family gathering. This recipe calls for fettuccini noodles but the last I ate it, chef had used bow-tie pasta and it was quite good. Ingredients2 to 3 lbs crawfish 2 bell peppers, chopped 1 onion, chopped 1 bunch green onions 16 ...
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Corn Casserole II
A wonderful, quick and easy corn dish. Ingredients1/2 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped celery 1 stick margarine 1 1/3 cup minute rice 1 small jar pimento 2 cups shredded Velveeta cheese 2 (15 oz) cans cream style cornDirectionsStep 1Preheat oven for 350 degrees Fahrenheit. ...
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