Recipes
Stuffed Bell Peppers IV
This is an easy and quick meal of stuffed bell peppers with great Cajun flavors. Ingredients6 green bell peppers, tops and insides removed 1 yellow or white onion, chopped 1 (16 oz) can tomato sauce 1 box Zatarins Chicken Creole Rice Mix 1 lb ground meat (chuck preferred) 2 tbsp ...
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Crawfish Boudoin (Boudin)
Boudin, one of the more popular Cajun delicacies, can be purchased from just about every supermarket, convenience store and restaurant, is basically a rice dressing stuffed in casing. Take your favorite meat (most popular are pork, crawfish and shrimp), add seasonings and rice, stuff it all in a sausage, add ...
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Fried Catfish
IngredientsCatfish fillets (3 to 4 pieces per person) 1 cup yellow corn meal 2 tsp Season-All or other Cajun Spice Black pepper to taste Canola or peanut oilDirectionsStep 1A deep fat fryer is preferable however a deep frying pan or cast iron like the one for making fried chicken will ...
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Hog Head Cheese
For those who want some hog head cheese (also known as “souse”) but can’t get to a boucherie or are away from home, you can generally find what you need to make this at most Chinese or Hispanic markets (or look for 99 Ranch market stores). The pig’s foot provides ...
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Caramelized Onions
Serving brats, sausage or burgers for your football games parties or family gatherings? Make them taste extra special by adding these caramelized onions. Although it takes time to prepare this dish, the effort is well worth it. Ingredients12 cups thinly sliced red onions 2 - 4 tsp of chicken broth ...
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New Orleans Crawfish Topping
Not only are crawfish great as a meal all by themselves, but they are wonderful in a variety of sauces. Ingredients1 package crawfish tails 1 small package fresh mushrooms, sliced 1/2 bunch green onions, chopped 1/2 cup white wine 4 tbsp butter Tony Chachere to taste Dash of worchestershire, lemon ...
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Mardi Gras King Cake – Traditional New Orleans
The tradition that started in New Orleans has spread all over. This cake is traditionally enjoyed on Mardi Gras and is decorated with the traditional purple, green and yellow Mardi Gras colors. In the U.S., a little plastic baby doll is usually inside of the cake. Whoever gets the piece ...
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Wheat Bread Pudding a la’ Praline
Old fashioned bread pudding with a different look and the same amazing taste (less a few calories). Ingredients1/2 of a loaf of wheat French bread 3 eggs, beaten 1/2 cup granulated white sugar 1/2 cup splenda 2 1/2 cups milk 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp nutmeg 1 tsp vanilla A ...
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Mardi Gras Quick King Cake
This is a quicker version of this traditional cake. It’s a great recipe to celebrate the Mardi Gras Season with the little ones. Let them make and decorate their own King Cake. In the U.S., a little plastic baby doll is usually inside of the cake. Whoever gets the piece ...
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Boudin Balls
We took a basic classic and made it better! IngredientsBoudin Crushed crackers 2 eggs (optional) 1/4 to 1/2 cup milk (optional) Salt, cayenne, black pepper, to taste Oil for fryingDirectionsStep 1Make your boudin, see our recipe. Or, if using the store purchased variety, remove the meat mixture from the casing. ...
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Cajun Deep Fried Chicken
In Cajun country everyone and everything is related. This dish is a cousin to Cajun Fried Turkey; we figured if deep fried turkey tastes great, why wouldn’t the same be true with a chicken? This fairly new dish to Cajun cooking is worth a try if you have a deep ...
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Shrimp Clam Chowder
A rich, creamy delectable chowder. A must have comfort food on cold winter evenings. Add a salad and some crusty French bread and you have a meal. Chowders can be made with virtually any seafood. Ingredients1/2 stick margarine 1 cup chopped onions 1 (15 oz) can cream style corn 1 ...
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Coonass Chili
Cajuns love their unique name reflected in the title of this recipe. Ingredients1 lb ground beef 3 links Andouille sausage, sliced 1 medium onion, chopped 1 medium bell pepper, chopped 1 tbsp minced garlic 2 (16 oz) cans tomato sauce 1 (16 oz) can whole tomatoes, chopped 1 (16 oz) ...
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Cajun Caviar I
Anyone can afford this caviar! Ingredients2 (15 oz) cans blackeyed peas drained 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomato 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small bottle Italian dressingDirectionsStep 1Mix all ingredients together and marinate in a ...
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Next Door Neighbor’s Pork Chops
Growing up on the Mississippi Gulf Coast (bout 60 miles from New Orleans), we lived next door to the Breaux family. Mrs. Breaux made this dish quite often. Several years later I visited with Mrs. Breaux and sweet-talked her into giving me her recipe. It’s easy to make and always ...
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Seafood Stuffed Bell Pepper
Making a good thing better and faster. Quick and easy dish. Very flavorful! Ingredients4 large bell peppers 1 (11 oz) can tomato soup 1 (11 oz) can golden mushroom soup 1 (4 oz) can mushrooms, drained 1/2 lb shrimp 1/2 lb scallops 1 (6 oz) container of crabmeat 1 1/2 ...
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Alligator Etouffée (Etoufée)
If you haven’t had alligator before, it’s been described as tasting like a combination of chicken and calamari. The texture is similar to rabbit or chicken. If you happen to kill yourself a gator, you can fry it, make a sauce piquant or make an smother it in an etouffée. ...
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Fabulous Fast Shrimp
This dish is sure to please any seafood lover. Using canned soups makes this dish is fast and still extremely tasty. This quick dish is impressive enough for company yet easy enough for a weeknight meal. Ingredients1 tbsp butter or margarine 2 stalks of celery, chopped 1/4 cup chopped green ...
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Cajun Chicken Cacciatore
Flavorful (just as the Cajuns can make it), creamy tomato sauce with chicken over noodles or rice! Really simple to prepare, just requires attention. Ingredients2 lbs boneless chicken breast 1 1/2 cups flour 1/2 cup olive oil 1 onion, chopped fine 1 bell pepper, chopped 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced ...
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Opelousas Baked Chicken
The secret to this very famous Opelousas dish is in the seasoning and in the long, slow basting process. Ingredients4 fryer halves Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning 1 cup oil 1 cup water 1 small can paprika 1 tbsp chili powderDirectionsStep 1Season chicken generously with Tony's or salt & pepper. Rub ...
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