Artichokes were a favorite of my mom's. With this weeks post falling on a sister's and brother's birthdays, I figured I would keep this...

I know that leftover crawfish from boils are preferable for recipes. If you have to use frozen tails, make sure they are local products....

When cooking with wine, don't just grab the lowest price wine you can find. The rule of thumb is is you won't drink it, don't cook with...

As Julia Child once said, "I enjoy cooking with wine, sometimes I even put it in the food I'm cooking." With that in mind, here are two...

I know there are many people who don't like making fresh pasta. Whatever your reason is, here's a homemade ravioli that will change your...

Often my recipes focus on the protein. Thie week, we will be focusing on the sweet potato. It is a great ingredient. 1/2 pound andouille...

Nothing taste better than an oyster, seconds after they have been shucked. For those who like a little accompaniment, here's a little...

Before crawfish season kicks in, how about a couple of oyster recipes to end that season? 2 russet potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 cups...

Banana's are not my favorite. For some reason, I don't care for the flavor. Don't let that stop you from making this recipe. My wife...

As most of you know, I am not big on baking. I will do the occasional dessert and my style of King Cakes in season. My wife received...

Sweet tea is a staple drink in the South. But why just drink it? In this recipe, it's the base for the brine for the chicken. 1 gallon...

This cold weather is for the birds. With that in mind, how about a couple of yardbird recipes? 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs ( about 1...

As cold as it has been, I know that gumbos have been gracing home kitchens. This week, I am featuring two non-seafood gumbos. 2 1/2...

Does bacon make everything taste better? Try this recipe and see if it elevates rice. 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 1 1/2 cups brown...

How about a couple of ways to jazz up your rice this week? These are great as a side with any dish. 1 3/4 cups water 2 teaspoons lemon...

Here's a big twist on Oysters Rockefeller. You can make this recipe either as an appetizer or entrée. Just use more shrimp per plate. 2...

I am staying with appetizers this week. The first one is perfect right now, since oysters are at their peak. 6 slices bacon 1 tablespoon...

Here's a new twist on stuffed eggs. The addition of cracklin' adds texture to the dish. 8 large hard-cooked eggs, peeled and halved...

Here's another set of recipes which the first one is part of the second one. Of course, you could buy cracklin' at the store, but that's...

This week, I am sharing an entree and side. Here's the recipe for the rice 2 cups water 1 cup popcorn rice 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2...