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Mardi Gras! Recipes

Let the good times roll with these sweet, savory, tasty, sassy Mardi Gras themed recipes!

The foundation of a great gumbo is a dark roux. Those lucky enough to live in La. can find a roux ready made in a jar!

Cajun Gumbo, Millie's

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By Millie Johnson
With gumbo you can use any meat you want.The foundation of any great Gumbo is ...
(6 ratings)

Creole Burgers

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By Irisa Raina 9
When I make these I usually do these on the BBQ, but the day I ...
(1 rating)

Mini Muffuletta Pizza Sammies

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By Sherri Williams
This is my mini version of one of my favorite sandwiches...perfect for lunch or as ...
(2 ratings)

Cajun Fettucine Alfredo With Chicken & Shrimp

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By Amy H.
This is one of my favorite meals. This recipe can also be made with shrimp ...
(3 ratings)
Jambalaya

Jambalaya With A Orzo Twist

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By Carol White
Jambalaya originated in the Caribbean Islands. The Spanish culture mixed with the native foods and ...
(2 ratings)

Crock Pot Jambalaya

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By Diane Atherton
My new crockpot just became my new best friend! I gave it a first workout ...
(13 ratings)

Out Of This World Crawfish And Rice Casserole!

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By Leah Stacey
This stuff will knock your socks off! I've been meaning to post this receipe for ...
(2 ratings)

Poor Boy Bread Pudding

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By Donna Morales
Love bread pudding. It is just so delicious and versatie. This one is one I've ...
(1 rating)

Cousin Vinnie Creole Shrimp And Grits

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By Elixa Beaumont
Being from up north every time I hear about grits, I cant help but crack ...
(2 ratings)
Just add a touch of flame to this dish and the presentation is 'over the top'.

Bananas Foster Puddings

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By Geoffry Le Cher
This is an ADULT dessert... so kiddies, stay away!
(1 rating)
Let me at it !

Red Beans And Rice With Smoked Sausage

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By Skip Davis
This is but one of hundreds of ways to make Southern Red Beans & Rice. ...
(1 rating)

Low Country Grits And Shrimp

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By KAREN ROBERTS
this is a great recipe when you have a lot of people over. 1 pot... ...
(7 ratings)

Cajun Chicken Sausage Shrimp & Crab Gumbo

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By Lorrie Butler
I have been making gumbo since my early 20's and I have never measured any ...
(2 ratings)

Deb's Down Home Jambalaya

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By Deb Kotansky
This recipe has been in my family for over 40 years. I have changed some ...
(4 ratings)

Tess And Lilli's Jambalaya

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By Tessa Pasquill
My sister and I developed this recipe for jambalaya by combining various recipes together. Our ...
(3 ratings)

Mardi Gras King Cake

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By Leah Stacey
This has the texture of a cinnamon roll rather than a cake but it is ...
(5 ratings)

Crawfish Etouffee

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By Leah Stacey
Take a trip to the Big Easy with just one bite of this lovely dish! ...
(1 rating)

Creole Mac & Cheese

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By Leah Stacey
I love mac and cheese! This is my most favorite recipe. I love the spice ...
(25 ratings)

Deep Fried Onion Balls With Cajun Ranch Sauce

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By Kathy Sills
I wanted to try something different instead of a plain onion ring! So I came ...
(16 ratings)

New Orleans Bread Pudding

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By Linda Elmenhorst
Delicious! Like a warm hug!
(29 ratings)
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