There are certain traditions that make the holidays special, and of course, in the Graham family, those traditions usually involve food–turkey and cornbread dressing for Thanksgiving and a regal crown roast of pork for Christmas Day. Oh, and of course, a Christmas Eve gumbo with friends and family after church services the night before. For…
Crawfish and Pumpkin Bisque
This hearty Crawfish and Pumpkin Bisque defines the fall season in Acadiana for me and represents the best of rural farm-to-table sourcing. Combining the sweet tail meat of crawfish and fresh seasonal corn cut from the cob, it is certainly a winning combination. But, when you introduce pumpkin along with curry powder and cane molasses,…
Cajun Meatball Fricassée
Acadiana is full of small town treasures brimming with personality and charm. These are the quirky little stops in the road that most tourists totally miss. I could name a few–Abbeville, Grand Coteau, Kaplan, Jeanerette– but, one of the most interesting is the town of Mamou up in Evangeline Parish. This little town is full…
Creole Jerk Chicken
My first experience with authentic Creole jerk chicken was in Jamaica on my honeymoon some years ago. The taste still lingers on, and I’ve had nothing like it since. That is, until just a few weeks ago. Roxanne, Lauren, her friend Regan, and I traveled to the Turks and Caicos islands recently. Staying in a…
Softshell Crabs Benedict
My recent discovery of Softshell Crabs Benedict – the absolutely perfect South Louisiana brunch – came by accident. I pride myself on knowing beforehand the trendy new eateries constantly springing up in Acadiana, so I was surprised to learn of a new brunch spot when my daughter Lauren called. “Brick and Spoon?” “Yeah Dad, it…
Seafood Gumbo
One true sign of the change of seasons is that the Cajun gumbo pots appear at the first hint of a drop in temperature. My black iron is always ready to come out of hibernation as well, and with a quick trip down to Vermilion Bay, I had seafood gumbo on my mind. From Dulac…
Watermelon Bread
Watermelon stands lining the side of the rural parish roads are an especially Southern thing. Truckloads begin arriving as the temperature soars, and there is no better way to cool down than a slice of ice-cold watermelon on the back porch steps. Or maybe there is: Watermelon Bread – hot out of the oven. I’ve…
Coffee-Rubbed Short Rib Burger
With my new recipe for a Short Rib Burger featuring a spicy seasoning with Louisiana coffee, I am out to create a new classic burger. I’ve done it before, and it’s high time to do it again. It’s been a few years since I traveled from my home in South Louisiana to compete in Napa,…
Whole Roasted Red Snapper with Summer Salsa over Pesto Pappardelle
I never take for granted how lucky I am to live in the bayou country of Louisiana, and all it takes is one taste of this whole roasted red snapper to understand how delicious life is here. This Cajun recipe represents the beauty of living along the Gulf coast and the endless bounty of our…
Figs and Fluff
Late summer figs are reason enough to put up with the long, hot summer in Louisiana. When it’s picking time and the juices are literally oozing from these sweet, meaty morsels, I’m there with bushel baskets in hand. And my recipe for Figs and Fluff is the best way I know to enjoy fresh figs….
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