Many couples dine in restaurants for Valentine’s Day. This is one of the busiest days for restaurants, which could mean a long wait for a...

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...

Tomorrow, my cookbook is scheduled to be released. This week, I will share two recipes from You Can't Take New Orleans Out Of The Cook. 4...

Most people think of Tasso as a ham product. Ham comes from the hind quarter of the pig. Tasso is made from the shoulder. The shoulder is...

I am not a baker. However, there is nothing like freshly made biscuits right out of the oven. 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as...

Here's another set of recipes to make a completed dish. It's a great way to start your monring. 1/4 cup butter 4 ounces andouille...

Gumbo and cold weather go together like peanut butter and jelly. It’s definitely a soup that you can eat as a meal. In New Orleans, many...

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...

I am not a cold-weather person. I’m sure that comes as no surprise to most of you. New Orleans is not known for their cold winters. There...

As you know, I am no baker. Here's a brownie recipe that doesn't use a premade mix 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup...

This week, I am on vacation, spending time with Peggy and some dear friends. This week, I am sharing a couple of recipes from our friend...

The winter months are the peak season for oysters. While you can find them all year round, the quality of the oysters really shine while...

Here's a twist on cole slaw. The crunchness of the fresh mirlitons, radishes and carrots really makes this dish. 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon...

Time to revisit mirlitons. Here in Arkansas, they call them chayote squash. I get strange looks when I say mirliton. 6 mirlitons (8to 10...

t’s that time of year again. January 6th ends the twelve days of Christmas and starts the Carnival season. People outside of Louisiana...

Most oyster soups are light in color. This one uses a dark roux for a deeper flavor. 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup...

It's almost soup season. Here's a couple of new takes on soup. 1/2 cup butter 1 cup chopped leek ( white and light green parts only)...

Pork is traditionally served for New Years. The Germans believe that it will bring you good luck, since pigs look forward while looking...

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...