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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

With gumbo you can use any meat you want.The foundation of any great Gumbo is ...

Creole Burgers

When I make these I usually do these on the BBQ, but the day I ...

Mini Muffuletta Pizza Sammies

This is my mini version of one of my favorite sandwiches...perfect for lunch or as ...

Cajun Fettucine Alfredo with Chicken & Shrimp

This is one of my favorite meals. This recipe can also be made with shrimp ...

Jambalaya

Jambalaya with a Orzo Twist

Jambalaya originated in the Caribbean Islands. The Spanish culture mixed with the native foods and ...

Crock Pot Jambalaya

My new crockpot just became my new best friend! I gave it a first workout ...

Out of this World Crawfish and Rice Casserole!

This stuff will knock your socks off! I've been meaning to post this receipe for ...

Poor Boy Bread Pudding

Love bread pudding. It is just so delicious and versatie. This one is one I've ...

Cousin Vinnie Creole Shrimp and Grits

Being from up north every time I hear about grits, I cant help but crack ...

Just add a touch of flame to this dish and the presentation is 'over the top'.

Bananas Foster Puddings

This is an ADULT dessert... so kiddies, stay away!

Let me at it !

Red Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage

This is but one of hundreds of ways to make Southern Red Beans & Rice. ...

LOW COUNTRY GRITS AND SHRIMP

this is a great recipe when you have a lot of people over. 1 pot... ...

Cajun Chicken Sausage Shrimp & Crab Gumbo

I have been making gumbo since my early 20's and I have never measured any ...

Deb's Down Home Jambalaya

This recipe has been in my family for over 40 years. I have changed some ...

Tess and Lilli's Jambalaya

My sister and I developed this recipe for jambalaya by combining various recipes together. Our ...

Mardi Gras King Cake

This has the texture of a cinnamon roll rather than a cake but it is ...

Crawfish Etouffee

Take a trip to the Big Easy with just one bite of this lovely dish! ...

Creole Mac & Cheese

I love mac and cheese! This is my most favorite recipe. I love the spice ...

Deep Fried Onion Balls With Cajun Ranch Sauce

I wanted to try something different instead of a plain onion ring! So I came ...

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