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We all say YAY for beignets!! The word beignet (pronounced ben-YAY) comes from the early Celtic word bigne meaning “to raise.” It is also French for “fritter.” The typical well-known beignets are fried, fluffy pieces of dough, served hot and…
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Most families have tried-and-true traditions for leftover turkey. Rethink your usual post-holiday menu with this delicious new recipe. Living in Louisiana, our Thanksgiving resurrection is most often a turkey gumbo — and we do indeed feel VERY…
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This Louisiana staple will make your tastebuds realize the real meaning of comfort food. Jambalaya is even more fun to eat than it is to say. This delicious blend of rice, meats and seafood resembles a Spanish paella, most often prepared in large…
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Learn how to cook up the perfect feast with this crawfish boil recipe. Crawfish aren’t just a cherished delicacy in Louisiana, they’re a way of life. From mid-January to early June you’ll find this small, fresh-water crustacean at the center of…
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Enjoy this tasty and simple recipe featuring Louisiana crawfish and juicy chicken. The L'Auberge Casino and Hotel in Baton Rouge is known for its delicious food. Try this recipe straight from their kitchen to your table. Ingredients for Chicken 4…
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Classic bread pudding with some tasty additions. Try this deluxe version of bread pudding (you can't go wrong with extras like chocolate chips and cream cheese) from Little Big Cup in Arnaudville, Louisiana. This recipe is brought to you by…
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Celebrate the delicious flavors of crawfish with this delicate yet extremely tasty recipe. Crawfish is one of the main food groups for native Louisianans. And this recipe, courtesy Louisiana Kitchen and Culture magazine, perfectly showcases one of…
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Enjoy this delicious Creole gumbo made with filé powder. Filé is a spicy herb seasoning made from ground sassafras tree leaves. It was first used by Choctaw Native Americans to both flavor and thicken many soups and stews. When the French settled…
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No matter the time of year, this King Cake Ice Cream is a crowd-pleaser. Originating in France, the king cake tradition was brought to New Orleans in the late 1800s. Since then, it’s become a staple in Louisiana cuisine. What is a King Cake? There…
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Don't miss this recipe that’s perfect for a hot summer day in Louisiana. Decisions can be tough, especially when it comes to deciding how to enjoy cold Louisiana shrimp. Try this recipe, straight from the kitchen of James Beard award-winning…