Brined and Smoked Cajun Turkey Recipe
I cook a lot of turkeys and turkey breasts through the year as I’m a year-round turkey fan. But so far this year, I’ve cooked two turkey dishes that I think are the best turkeys I’ve ever eaten. This recipe for my Brined and Smoked Cajun Turkey is moist, flavorful, and makes for a stunning […]
A Quick Trip to New Orleans
I recently attended a trade show in New Orleans, and took that as an opportunity to eat some amazing food! Though I didn’t have much time, I did manage to try out some old favorites as well as a few new restaurants (for me.) My visit happened to coincide with the start of the […]
Cajun Sloppy Joes Sandwiches Recipe
While I am well aware that my Cajun Sloppy Joes Sandwiches Recipe won’t break down any culinary doors, it is an easy, flavorful, twist on a classic weeknight dinner. Sloppy Joe sandwiches are delicious, let’s face it. They’re easy to cook, and kids love them. This version is a bit more of an adult one […]
Red Beans and Rice
Red Beans and Rice is one of my favorite comfort food dishes. Unlike many of those dishes, red beans and rice is a welcome dish in summer as well as chilly weather. The sultry spiciness of cajun spices cool hot summer nights as well as warm up crisp fall evenings. I have been cooking this […]
Creole Okra Gumbo
Gumbo is one of those dishes that I just love in the winter time. Like pot roast, beef stew, or beef bourguignon, it just warms the soul on a chilly night. My version of Creole Okra Gumbo is delicious and easy to make, but there is some prep work involved. But, the end results will […]
Instant Pot Cajun Rice
I must admit I have become an instant pot fan over the years. I don’t cook a lot of things in it, but it’s great on the dishes for which I use it. Forget to soak some beans? No problem, have them ready in about an hour. Want to have easy-to-peel hard boiled eggs? No […]
Easy Cajun Seasoning
Everybody loves a little bit of spicy cajun food now and then, so I wanted to share my Easy Cajun Seasoning recipe. Don’t worry, this is not too spicy. I like my Cajun or Creole food to have a gentle warmth, so the ingredient can shine in the dish. Cajun vs Creole Food Sometimes these […]
Louisiana Meat Pies
*This post is sponsored by my friends at Johnsonville Sausage. True Tongsmen know Johnsonville makes the sausages everyone loves. Louisiana Meat Pies Meat pies are a tradition in Louisiana and are an amazing food for the tailgate, or just to enjoy. The sultry cajun flavors really keep you waiting for the next bite. I used […]