Pecans are everywhere this time of year. They also make a great present. This week, I am sharing two ways to prepare pecans to be given...

During the holidays, many participate in a cookie swap. I thought I would share two different cookies that are sure to please. 2 1/2 cups...

With the holidays quickly approaching, we all tend to stray from our regular eating habits. Desserts are eaten not only after dinner, but...

Both of my recipes this week use pecans. They are at their peak season during the holidays. Use them in as many dishes as you can. 2 1/4...

This is a great warm drink for the winter months. The cinnamon and clove scents starts to warm you before you drink the tea. 4 cups Water...

We are getting close to the Plaquemines Parish Orange Festival. So I figured why not post recipes featuring Louisiana Oranges For the...

Fried chicken is a southern staple. Every cook flavors the chicken with different spices and seasonings. Here is Leah Chase’s version. 1...

This week, I am featuring two recipes from the Queen of Creole Cooking Leah Chase. First up Creole Jambalaya 1 pound Smoked Ham, cut into...

Here is a twist on Boudin Balls. This adds more flavor to an already delicious bite. 2 cups Vegetable Oil 32 ounces Boudin, removed from...

This week, I am featuring Boudin as an ingredient. It works well as a stuffing for pork chops. It is also great as an appetizer. Here is...

This recipe has multiple uses. It can be used to top dishes in a Florentine presentation. I can also be served with ships as a dip. Of...

New Orleans has a good collection of steakhouses. As important as the steaks are, there are classic side dishes that are found on the...

Since today is National Gumbo Day, here is a different spin on gumbo from Frank Davis 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil 2 cups Onion,...

How about another great Tailgating recipe? No sandwich says Creole-Italian like a Muffuletta. Here is a twist on that classic salad. 3...

This is a delicious dessert. It combines all the great dessert ingredients: cake mix, cream cheese, powdered sugar and chocolate chips. 1...

Football season is in full swing. Many people get together to watch their favorite teams. This week, I am featuring a slider and a...

You can easily change the flavor of pesto by changing the herb that you use or the nuts. You can even change both as this recipe shows....

This week, I am featuring a classic Italian sauce, Pesto. Pesto has many different variations and uses. If you have ever had pesto, more...

Ok, this may be a stretch on being a plantation. This house was formally part of the Indigo Plantation. It has housed a few different...

This week, I will feature two recipes from the plantations that surround New Orleans. The first one is located down Highway 23 in West...