With all this heat, we need dishes that are refreshing and cool. This week, I have two appetizer recipes that fit this bill. 1/2 cup...

Here's a change of pace from a fried shrimp poboy. 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1...

Here's a light pasta dish that perfect for the hot summer months. 20 bags lemon-ginger herbal tea 1 teaspoon salt 1 pound thin spaghetti...

Now that crawfish season has run its course, time to move on to Crab season. Two recipes this week featuring the sweet meat from this...

I know that lobster is not found in local waters. Lobster is still a highlight of the week when I have it for a meal. 2 pounds sheep's...

Let's continue the fresh bell pepper theme. One entree recipe and one drink recipe this week. 1 pound peeled and deveined extra-large...

Fried crwfish tails have been around for a while. Paul Prudhomme gave them the name of Cajun Popcorn. Their popularity has skyrocketed...

As the season starts to wind down, here are a couple of crawfish appetizers that are great with either fresh or frozen crawfish tails. 32...

I am known for my Crab Cakes. Here's a twist on that classic. Canola Oil 1/2 cup minced onion 1/2 cup minced celery 1/2 cup minced green...

Here's Frank's take on Char-Grilled Oysters. 1 quart oysters, in liquor (36 oysters needed) 1 1/2 sticks butter, softened 2 cloves...

Oyster shells are impossible to find in Arkansas. Luckly, there are SOS oyster shells. These stainless steel, reuseable shells are...

White beans are just as popular as red beans in New Orleans. They are usually served as lunch specials on THirsday. 1 pound dried navy...

Here is an easy way to make the cliche dish, Shrimp Creole. The shrimp goes in for the last hour of cooking, to not overcook them. 1/2...

Here's a childhood favorite from my mom. I was always one of the first at the table when these were served. Fry: 1 tablespoon minced...

This version is based on the one found at Dooky Chase. It is a staple on their menu. 1/2 cup butter 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced...

Time to head to the Gulf for some fresh shrimp. There are so many ways to prepare them. Here's two more this week. 8 large mirlitons 1...

There are so many different ways to make Shrimp and Grits. You can almost guarantee that if I find it on a menu, I will order it. Here's...

I'm always looking for different ways to prepare dishes. Here's a Creole/Cajun twist on a traditional style of Chinese cooking. 1...

My wife has been on a tostada kick as of late. Here's a variation of the tostadas that I have been making often lately. 1 pound peeled...

While crawfish season is over, there's not reason you can't bring those flavors alive in other dishes. Try this Shrimp Boil Pasta recipe...