My Cookies know that the most important element of any and every recipe to me is flavor. And I wholeheartedly believe in building flavors. You never want to rely on one aspect of a dish for flavor. It’s best to add and build it with each component. This is especially true when slow cooking. It…
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Seafood Lasagna Recipe
I love Italian food. No, I really, really love it! Mainly because many of the dishes contain cheese. Cheese is the only reason I can’t adapt to a vegan lifestyle. I need it! Thus, my excitement to share my fusion of Italian and Creole goodness. I must warn you. This Seafood Lasagna is extremely rich!…
BBQ Shrimp over Cajun Catfish
I’m not a fan of cooking. I know, I know. Why would I have a whole recipe blog if I don’t really like cooking? Hey, you guys have to eat, right? And I love the creativity part of developing recipes. Anyway, I said that just to emphasize how much of a treat it is to…
Jazzed Up Corn Maque Choux Recipe
Allow me to introduce you to your new favorite corn based side dish! Maque Choux “mock-shoo” is a traditional, Creole dish. It’s a jazzed up version of cream-style corn and it is delightful! It’s spicy, sweet, fresh, and savory! Imagine using the corn on the cob, but a seafood boil and turning it into homemade,…
Air Fryer Cheese Ravioli with Crawfish Cream Sauce
This dish is very, very popular at Copeland’s Restaurants in Louisiana. Whenever we go, at least two people in our party orders it. And it’s surprising super easy to make at home. You can have multiple servings for about the same price you price for one plate at the restaurant. A win is a win!…
Pressure Cooker Shrimp Boil Recipe
Yes. You read the title correctly. We’re doing a whole shrimp boil in a pressure cooker! And let me tell you, the flavor is REAL! Shrimp, corn, potatoes, and sausages slandered in my homemade buttery seafood sauce! Oh! And I haven’t told you the best part. It only takes 6 minutes of pressure cooking! I…
Southern Fried Chicken Recipe
Finally, we have a fried chicken recipe on the blog! I don’t know what has taken me so long to do this. Fried Chicken is a staple. I don’t like to complicate it. It has to be crispy, juicy, and flavorful! Many fear frying chicken. I tried to make this recipe as easy as possible…
Southern Fried Catfish Recipe
One of the greatest joys of living in Louisiana is access to the freshest seafood. One being, catfish. We love some fried catfish! I like to keep the steps simple and let my homemade, seasoned batter mix do all of the talking! When it comes to catfish, the fresher the better! I love to fry…
Microwave Pralines Recipe
No, you read the title right. We’re making pralines in the microwave!! AND it’ll take less than 10 mins of cooking time. I know you don’t believe me. So, watch this! VERY IMPORTANT: Make sure you use a microwave safe, plastic bowl or container for this recipe. Do not use glass! The glass will cook…
Creamy White Beans Recipe
I took beans for granted as a child. I HATED them. To be honest, I’ve only just developed a love for them since creating this blog. I know, I know. I’m tripping. But, this recipe makes up for my waywardness. If I’m gonna eat beans, they better be creamy! Oh, and I’m not spending all…