cajun and comfort food

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Hub City Diner Corn and Crab Bisque

Posted by Molly53  

A zippy first course from the flavor center of the universe, Louisiana. Courtesy of Pat Mould, featured in The Louisiana New Garde television series. Cooking time is approximate. MORE»

Recipe #394008

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Cajun Chicken Sausage, Peppers and Onions

Posted by JHeffner  

This is a very easy recipe that takes little time, requires just a few ingredients and you will love the results. I created this recipe the other night when I had to use up some chicken sausage and spinach that I had on hand. MORE»

Recipe #382609

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Rob's Basic Baked Rice

(4 reviews) Posted by Mommy Diva  

My DH found this recipe in a Paul Prudhomme book and has adjusted it to our preferences. Great side for just about anything (especially grilled foods) with a light flavor - which doesn't end up competing with your other dishes. Really easy to... MORE»

Recipe #381369

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Macque Choux and Shrimp

Posted by Manami  

This Cajun dish, similar to succotash, pairs well with rice & seafood or chicken. This version comes from the Commander's Palace in New Orleans. This was first published in Saveur Magazine, issue # 119. We were testing different dishes for our... MORE»

Recipe #380295

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Coonass Filet Mignon

Posted by Chef Shadows  

According to CajunCulture.com, not only is the origin of the term "coonass" disputed but also its acceptable usage. Some Cajuns take pride in the word and display license plates saying "Registered Coonass" while others see... MORE»

Recipe #380160

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Shrimp & Andouille Sausage Gumbo

Posted by rebel^rose  

This makes the silkiest pot of Gumbo that also delivers that perfect amount of heat. Your taste buds will scream out for more. It's even better the next day! MORE»

Recipe #377294

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Pork Chops With Creole Onions and Pan Sauce

(3 reviews) Posted by JanieTeachGal  

This is one of my dream-it-up recipes. I had some pork loin chops from a pork loin that I had had cut into chops on sale and an onion that I was worried would go bad before we got back from vacation. The preparation and cooking times are an... MORE»

Recipe #375599

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Smoked Sausage Gumbo (Slow Cooker)

(2 reviews) Posted by Virginia Cherry Blossom  

Simple, relatively healthy gumbo that can be made in the slow cooker. If your gumbo thickens upon standing, stir in additional broth. Found recipe in, "Simple 1-2-3 Slow Cooker," Cookbook. MORE»

Recipe #373944

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Slow-Simmered Jambalaya (Slow Cooker)

Posted by Virginia Cherry Blossom  

Easy and yummy version of Jambalaya made in the slow cooker. Made with ham instead of sausage along with shrimp. Found recipe in, "Simple 1-2-3 Slow Cooker," Cookbook. MORE»

Recipe #373880

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Cajun-Style Country Ribs

(2 reviews) Posted by Virginia Cherry Blossom  

Super yummy and easy Cajun/Creole style pork ribs. Found recipe in, "Simple 1-2-3 Slow Cooker," cookbook. MORE»

Recipe #373868

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Crescent City Red Beans & Rice (Crock-Pot)

(12 reviews) Posted by A Good Thing  

I grew up working in our family restaurants around New Orleans, which is known as "The Big Easy" or "The Crescent City" (due to the shape of the Mississippi River which runs through the heart of this southern city). Like most... MORE»

Recipe #373619

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Emeril's Shrimp Stew

(2 reviews) Posted by alligirl  

Posted from "Every Day's a Party" by Emeril Lagasse; posted for ZWT 5. From the intro to the recipe - "Shrimp stew is practically a staple dish in the area of Louisiana known as Acadiana, in the southern part of the state. Old time... MORE»

Recipe #373035

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Gumbo 5

Posted by Chef Jeff S  

This is a variant of my [basic]Gumbo recipe but the technique makes it much healthier without losing any of the flavor. Chef Paul Prudhomme uses this technique in his book A Fork in the Road. By browning the flour in a dry pan sans oil you cut out... MORE»

Recipe #372422

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Shrimp Dippin' Broth

Posted by Chef #1194235  

I had this recipe at a resturaunt in gatlinburg,tn. one night and went back the day after for the same thing! This recipe calls for alot of clam juice, i had to go to two stores to get enough juice, its located with the canned tuna, I also added... MORE»

Recipe #359552

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Creole Gumbo

Posted by peach1705  

A great recipe passed down for generations. This is a TRUE crole gumbo....no landlubber parts in here! Hands-down the best creole gumbo recipe in existence. MORE»

Recipe #353552

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Cajun Deviled Eggs

(2 reviews) Posted by Charlotte J  

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Recipe #352218

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Jazzy New Orleans Chicken

(2 reviews) Posted by CHILI SPICE  

Tender rice, juicy chicken and LOTS of flavor from herbs and smoky sausage combined in an EASY one-dish perfect for casual weekend entertaining. MORE»

Recipe #352069

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Mardi Gras Gumbo

Posted by Moontan Master!  

Straight from Cajun Country, featuring duck, fresh sausage and several blends of spices, so let the good times roll! MORE»

Recipe #350247

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Red Beans and Rice With Hot Sausage Using Crock Pot

Posted by Epp  

Growing up in Louisiana and living in New Orleans ten years hooked me on red beans and rice. This is a recipe I've used for years but the first to enter online. It is a simple process I do on a Saturday or Sunday and freeze the leftovers for... MORE»

Recipe #349286

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Crawfish Pie

(1 reviews) Posted by Brooklyn's Culinary Diva  

I was doing a project on cajun and creole food, so I invested in some help from Susan Merrick who owns and operates cajun-country-foods.com. She helped me out with these recipes!! So I want to thank her! MORE»

Recipe #347414

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