There is nothing more majestic than creamy Oyster Bisque topped with crisp pastry, and when made with briny Gulf oysters, this is the perfect starter for a memorable dinner. Louisiana oysters are prized throughout the nation, and to find out more, I recently joined the folks at Louisiana Direct Seafood for a trip to Houma…
Red Bean, Mustard Green, and Green Onion Sausage Soup
Beans and greens mean winter to me. And this hearty soup filled with creamy red beans, bitter mustard greens, and acidic tomatoes can only be elevated with Cajun green onion pork sausage. I love the depth of flavor and spice in this Red Bean, Mustard Green, and Green Onion Sausage Soup. And I love the…
Southern Chicken Liver Pâté with Muscadine Wine Pepper Jelly
There’s nothing more ooh-la-la French than a delicate spread of chicken liver pâté spooned generously on a crusty baguette. Especially in Paris, chefs take great pride in their pâtés and terrines featuring the finest ingredients all served extravagantly with grandiose fanfare. Oh, please! Come on, now. Chicken liver is as down-home dining as most any…
Mirliton Dressing
This flavorful casserole featuring pork and beef combined with mirliton squash does double duty as either an entrée worthy of the center of the table or a buffet side dish. This perfectly balanced combination has just the right level of aromatics, herbs, and spices to bring your guests back for another spoonful. Mirliton is an…
Pork and Rice Casserole
Perfect as a one-dish supper or as a side dish on an elaborate buffet, you’re going to love the flavors in this Pork and Rice Casserole. It’s creamy, cheesy and full of meaty flavor. Before you think this is just another version of jambalaya, take a look at the ingredients; sour cream, peas, and carrots…
Chilled Seafood Salad with Two Dressings
Ice-cold shrimp and chilled lump crabmeat need nothing more than a tasty dressing or two to complete a casual springtime meal. And my recipe for Chilled Seafood Salad with Two Dressings keeps it simple and light—two ingredients for an easy dinner. Anytime Roxanne and I visit Biloxi, Mississippi, we make a beeline to our favorite…
Fettuccine with Softshell Crabs Amandine
Crispy softshell crabs crown buttery pasta infused with lemon, garlic, and toasty almonds for an unexpected taste explosion. The best of two culinary worlds collide in this delicious recipe. New Orleans is known for its Sicilian influence as immigrants settled the French Quarter, bringing with them a parcel of recipes such as the famous muffuletta…
Creole Fried Shrimp and Smoked Gouda Grits
The taste explosion of these firecracker-hot Louisiana shrimp against the backdrop of cheesy stone-ground grits is a marriage of culinary cultures. Shrimp and grits are a Southern tradition that usually gets shortchanged in the competitive culinary landscape of Louisiana. While folks in the Carolinas love their grits, Cajun cooks are more rice-focused, and crawfish usually…
5-Bean Kale Soup
With the smokiness of ham and bacon as the backdrop for the assortment of beans, fresh kale, herbs, and spices, my 5-Bean Kale Soup is packed with soul-satisfying flavor. As south Louisiana comes out of hibernation, kale begins showing up at markets everywhere. And when the windy March chill sends you shivering, I pull out…
Spicy Creole Shrimp Dip
There are certain party foods that make any event special, and of course, in the Graham family, my brother’s Spicy Creole Shrimp Dip always makes an appearance. To me, this simple recipe just says “time to party” in South Louisiana, and is a sure way to spice up any gathering. My older brother Jackie Graham…
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