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Cajun Sticky Chicken {Grain & Gluten Free}

My slow-cooked Cajun sticky chicken just may be one of the most tender and flavorful dishes that you've ever put into your mouth, y'all. Quick-marinated chicken thighs, set aside while the Cajun trinity and roasted red peppers brown in the skillet. Then, the thighs get introduced to the pan, and ... READ the POST

Rotel Chicken Spaghetti {Gluten Free}

My gluten free Rotel chicken spaghetti is a crave-worthy version of the classic comfort food recipe, y'all. Seasoned chicken breast pieces cook down with the Cajun trinity. Then, old-school Velveeta cheese, half-n-half and GF cream of mushroom soup are added to the pot. Once melted and intermingled ... READ the POST

Creole Jambalaya Lasagna {Gluten Free}

My brand spanking new gluten free Creole jambalaya lasagna ignites the biggest, baddest flavor bomb medley to ever go off in your mouth, y'all!! The browned Cajun trinity, mushrooms, garlic and sausage brown down first in the pan. Then, tomato sauce and chicken are added to the flavor stage, and ... READ the POST

Louisiana Shrimp Balls in Tomato Gravy {Grain or Gluten Free}

A super old school recipe redone grain and gluten free, my Louisiana shrimp balls in tomato gravy is my nostalgic take on one of the best things to ever come out of my Maw Maw's kitchen, y'all. A fresh batch of my best ever red gravy bakes in the oven. The seasoned shrimp and Cajun trinity veggies ... READ the POST

Baked Bananas Foster with Pecans

Super easy and impressive, my baked bananas Foster with pecans goes from conception to completeness in mere minutes, y'all. Fresh bananas, sliced into pieces and then baked on both sides. Then, covered with a 5-ingredient sauce that replaces rum with rum extract, so you get to enjoy the deep, rich ... READ the POST

Grain & Gluten Free Potatoes Au Gratin

My grain and gluten free potatoes au gratin are a grown-up version of the beloved comfort food side, y'all. A blond roux sets the consistency stage, while evaporated milk and seasonings inject creaminess and just the right amount of supporting flavor. Cheddar, Havarti and smoked gouda cheeses melt ... READ the POST