If raw oysters is not your style, here is a baked oyster recipe from a man who knows a little something about oysters, Tommy Cvitanovich....

Now is a great time for oysters. This past Friday, I opened my first oysters here in Arkansas. I have ordered fresh oysters in the shell...

In New Orleans, white beans seem to take a back seat to red beans. Here is a quick soup using the tasty white bean. 3 tablespoons...

Today, I am staring out my window in Arkansas looking at the snow on the ground. With the temperature maybe getting into the 2o’s, I...

Here is Marcelle’s take on a classic New Orleans soup. 1 stick Butter 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon All-purpose Flour 3/4 cup Onions, chopped...

I am surprised that I have not included more recipes from Marcelle Bienvenu. For over 30 years, she has been sharing her South Louisiana...

Here is a quick Creole Cream Cheese Ice Cream. It does not require an ice cream machine to make it. 4 pints Creole Cream Cheese 1 cup...

Creole cream cheese is a delicacy found in New Orleans. Sometimes hard to find, it’s flavor keeps you going back for more. Since I can’t...

Here is a dip perfect for Game Day. It is a quick recipe to throw together. The Green Goddess Dressing has a New Orleans background. Chef...

The Playoffs are upon us. My Saints will be playing this week. This week, here are a couple of recipes for gameday. 3 pounds Chicken...

Cabbage is eaten on New Years in hopes of having wealth for the year. This dish is welcome on any table any time of the year. 4 sliced...

New Year’s is here. There are traditional dishes to eat for luck, health and wealth. This week, a twist on two of these dishes. This soup...

There are members of my family who would rather pork roast than turkey. So to honor them, here is a recipe from the late Chef Paul...

As the big day is quickly approaching, I thought I would share two recipes for the main attraction on your Christmas table. Here is a...

Every time I see a wheel of Brie cheese, I think of my sister-in-law Denny. For most family gatherings, she would prepare a Brie en...

One of my families Christmas traditions was how we would open presents. Since I have a large family, this could take hours. To pass the...

Spirited coffee is a great way to end a meal. Here is a cajun twist. 3 cups Strong Coffee 6 tablespoons Molasses 6 tablespoons Dark Rum...

This post was supposed to be shared on Thanksgiving day. Sorry, it is a little late. What can I say that has not been said about...

Many people are addicted to coffee. Even on 100 degree days, they will drink coffee all day. With the winter upon us, I thought I would...

Here is a non sweet snack with pecans. It makes a great present for your friends. 4 tablespoons unsalted Butter 2 cups Pecan Halves 2...