The deep crimson color of my Cajun crawfish etouffee is a palate-teasing testimony to its' rich, deep flavor and full-bodied texture. My Trinity Roux™ base, tomato sauce, stewed tomatoes, a touch of broth and seasoned south Louisiana crawfish create a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs dish with sassy south ...
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South Louisiana Shrimp Creole
South Louisiana shrimp Creole has that certain 'Je ne sais quoi' that puts it in a class all by itself, y'all. Chunky red gravy, electrified by seasoned fresh Gulf shrimp and the caramelized Cajun trinity, yields rich, ultra-flavorful taste and texture that you wouldn't expect from such humble ...
Cajun Butter Beans with Shrimp and Sausage
Thick, creamy and seasoned to south Louisiana perfection, my Cajun butter beans with shrimp and sausage are the ultimate all-in-one comfort food. Large white lima beans, soaked all night for optimal tenderness, then cooked down with the browned Cajun trinity, sausage and a broth/water mixture til ...
Cornbread Biscuit Topped Gluten Free Chicken Pot Pie
A classic comfort food cooked down south Louisiana style, my cornbread biscuit topped gluten free chicken pot pie gets its rich, dark color from the caramelized Cajun trinity. Marinated chicken, garlic and zesty seasonings inject the filling with its potent flavor profile. Canned mixed vegetables, ...
Grain or Gluten Free Cajun Chicken Sauce Piquante
A rich, spicy tomato-y comfort food stew, my grain or gluten free Cajun chicken sauce piquante remains true to its old school south Louisiana flavor and texture. Infused with optimal taste and body from the Trinity Roux™, this sassy spin on the classic is naturally grain free, keto, Paleo and low ...
Broccoli Cheese Dip
The perfect potluck appetizer, my broccoli cheese dip is layered flavor yum-deliciousness. Broccoli florets roast in the oven til slightly browned, then are stirred into an easy homemade three-cheese sauce dotted with caramelized Cajun trinity bits. A quick trip back to the oven melds the creamy, oh ...
Cajun Crack Slaw Egg Roll in a Bowl
The best of two culinary worlds, my new Cajun crack slaw egg roll in a bowl surprises and delights. The browned Cajun trinity and ground beef, enveloped in an ultra-flavorful sauce that takes minutes to make. Then topped to perfection with tender, Cajun-style cooked down cole slaw mix and seasoned ...
Cajun Smothered Cabbage With Chicken and Sausage
Deep, deep spirit-hugging comfort food, my Cajun smothered cabbage with chicken and sausage is grain free, gluten free, low carb, keto and Paleo yum-deliciousness, y'all. The caramelized Cajun trinity, marinated chicken thighs, spicy south Louisiana sausage, and oh soooo tender cabbage cook down in ...
Creole Turkey Chili
Flavor bomb after flavor bomb goes off in your mouth with every bite of this super easy Creole turkey chili. Leftover cooked turkey swims in a caramelized Cajun trinity base that gets jazzed up with garlic and just the right spices. Creole white beans, stewed tomatoes, and tomatoes with green chilis ...
Grain or Gluten Free Cajun Chicken Stew
A cold-weather south Louisiana special staple, Cajun chicken stew with carrots and potatoes is oldie but goodie stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. Infused with deep, authentic flavor from my Trinity Roux™, my spin on this classic dish is naturally grain free and Paleo. Served with the traditional ...
Best Ever Gluten Free Cheeseburger Macaroni Skillet
Body warming and soul satisfying, my best ever gluten free cheeseburger macaroni skillet is knock-the-chill-outta-ya comfort food. An easy homemade cheese sauce, marinated ground beef, gluten free elbow pasta, and south Louisiana sassified herbs and spices makes this an easy, breezy fail proof ...
Gluten Free Louisiana Pecan Balls
Crunchy on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth on the inside, these gluten free Louisiana pecan balls let you have your favorite Christmas cookie - and eat it, too. A simple recipe and common household ingredients make these gluten free cookies the perfect self-indulgent holiday treat. Yep and ...
Gluten Free Cajun Shrimp Stuffed Mirliton
A beloved south Louisiana holiday dish, my gluten free Cajun shrimp stuffed mirliton is one guaranteed show-stopping appetizer or side dish for your next get-together. Tender boiled mirliton are topped with the browned Cajun trinity, shrimp and gluten free breadcrumbs before baking into piping hot, ...
Gluten Free Spicy Hot Crab Dip With Artichokes
This post is sponsored by Montchevre but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Oh sooo creamy with just the right amount of heat, this gluten free spicy hot crab dip with artichokes looks like Christmas, y'all!! A feisty jalapeno goat cheese and cream cheese blend inject the fresh ...
Herb-Roasted Spatchcock Turkey Recipe
Fall-apart tender and juicy all the way down to the bone, this herb-roasted spatchcock turkey becomes the shining food star on your holiday feast table. An easy overnight marinade injects mad flavor deep, deep into the bird, while a roasted grain free and gluten free gravy practically makes itself ...
Best Ever Grain Free Cajun Fried Seafood Platter
Seasoned to perfection with an surprising light and airy crunch, this grain free Cajun fried seafood platter gets the 'best ever' title for all of the right south Louisiana special reasons. Shrimp, oysters and catfish are sprinkled with spices, dipped in a binder, then covered with a feisty gluten ...
Garlic Butter Parsley Potatoes
The stunning presentation and layered flavors of these garlic butter parsley potatoes make them a tabletop side dish stand-out. Spikes of tangy heat, minced garlic, spices and both dried and fresh parsley meld blissfully into rich, melted butter for a delectable dining experience that comes ...
Gluten Free Shrimp and Sausage Pastalaya
The first cousin of traditional Cajun jambalaya, my gluten free shrimp and sausage pastalaya is easier than the original. But, it still holds true to my Cajun mom's waaaayyyy down south Louisiana flavor roots. A caramelized Cajun trinity base, green onion sausage, and seasoned fresh shrimp are ...
Gluten Free Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower Cheese Soup
Rich and creamy with bits of crisp-tender roasted veggies, my gluten free roasted broccoli and cauliflower cheese soup is easy enough for a weeknight meal. Yet, it's also hearty and satisfying enough to add to your weekend menu plans. The browned Cajun trinity, chicken broth and half-n-half form the ...
Skillet Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
Skillet roasted broccoli and cauliflower is as oh sooo easy to make as it is tender and delicious. South Louisiana hot sauce and vinegar, along with Parmesan cheese and garlic, inject each perfectly roasted floret with a tangy bite that puts this gluten free weeknight side dish into a class all by ...
Honey Soy Garlic Chipotle Butterflied Chicken
Six ordinary pantry ingredients infuse my new gluten free honey soy garlic chipotle butterflied chicken with its out-of-this-world taste and texture, y'all. Reserving half of the marinade to use as a glaze deepens the color and intensity of the flavors, making this incredible recipe a keeper for ...
Gluten Free Strawberry Mint Chocolate Trifle
A feast for the eyes and the soul, my gluten free strawberry mint chocolate trifle is a crowd pleaser that you'll want to put into your GF recipe arsenal ASAP, y'all. Layers of gluten free chocolate cake, vanilla pudding, easy homemade mint syrup, sliced strawberries and whipped cream come together ...
Gluten Free Garden Creole Tomato Tart
Just-picked homegrown tomatoes and their juices literally melt into every inch of this gluten free garden Creole tomato tart. The caramelized Cajun trinity, a zesty mustard kick, and two ooey, gooey cheeses top the easy, store-bought gluten free puff pastry dough to perfection. Yep and ...
Cajun Marinated Cucumber Salad
Cool, food-sexy and sassy, my Cajun marinated cucumber salad takes the sting out of summer, ya'll. Thinly sliced garden cucumbers and roasted red peppers soak in a 5-minute-prep marinade in your fridge til they're fall-apart tender and swollen with yum-delicious zestiness. Yep and ...
Creole Smoked Chicken Breasts {Gluten Free}
With a deep, rich flavor and tons of juicy melt-in-your-mouth deliciousness, my Creole smoked chicken breasts are worth waiting a little while for, y'all. An easy marinade and a quick, gluten free glaze inject each bite with a melt-in-your-mouth taste and texture that makes it a year-round keeper. ...
Gluten Free Shrimp Stuffed Artichokes
A symphony of taste and texture that you have to experience yourself to fully appreciate, my gluten free shrimp stuffed artichokes are a nod to the beloved Italian influence within the south Louisiana culture. This kitchen labor of love recipe doubles or even triples easily. So, you can make a ...
Blueberry Carrot Homemade Gluten Free Dog Treats
Quick, easy and oh soooo good for your fur kid, these homemade gluten free dog treats pass the pooch test. Fresh carrots and just-ripe seasonal blueberries add color and nutrients to the whole grain gluten free flour batter. Then, after a quick oven trip and cool time, these light and airy gluten ...
Gluten Free Louisiana Trout Almondine
Rich, nutty and exploding with flavor, my gluten free Louisiana trout almondine is on the table in 30 minutes flat. An easy prep, a sizzling fish pan fry, and a quick almond, lemon and brown butter sauce tie the whole dish into at-home gourmet deliciousness. Yep and yay... Disclosure: A ...
Gluten Free Banana Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies
Combining three beloved favorites in one yum-delicious treat, my gluten free banana peanut butter swirl brownies are just as good for dessert as they are for breakfast. An easy prep, and a quick bake time makes these make-ahead brownies perfect for your next get-together. Yep and ...
Gluten Free Cajun Shrimp and Corn Dip With Cream Cheese
Rich, creamy, and super easy to make, my gluten free Cajun shrimp and corn dip with cream cheese is made for sharing. The Cajun trinity, and roasted corn and shrimp form the base. Then, a few other select ingredients make this easy gluten free dip a crowd pleaser that's just as perfect for your ...
Asian Cajun Baked Honey Garlic Chicken Halves
A few surprise pantry ingredients inject an oh sooo scrumptiously stacked flavor profile into my Asian Cajun baked honey garlic chicken halves. Local honey and a whole head of garlic taste-electrify the crispy skin, while an easy homemade marinade makes each tender and juicy bite melt in your mouth. ...
Gluten Free Cajun Crab, Artichoke & Potato Casserole
Y'all, my gluten free Cajun crab artichoke and potato casserole is hit-the-spot comfort food at its south Louisiana finest. Layers of fresh crab, marinated artichokes and melt-in-your mouth potatoes form the base. Then, a few other taste enhancers, including red peppers, portabello mushrooms, and ...
Blueberry Cream Cheese Gluten Free King Cake
Tasting just like the REAL THING, my blueberry cream cheese gluten free king cake shaves time off of the traditional preparation without sacrificing flavor or texture. Then, an oh sooo easy icing and sprinkles topping makes this version of the Mardi Gras staple available for your dessert delight ...
Cinnamon Pear Pecan Gluten Free Dutch Baby
A sweet morning treat, or fancy breakfast-for-dinner feast, this cinnamon pear pecan gluten free Dutch baby takes the pancake. The thin and light and fluffy Dutch baby goes from blender to baking skillet in just over 20 minutes. Then, browned butter injects a deep, rich flavor kick-start into the ...
Cajun Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts
Charred on the outside, and oh soooo tender on the inside, my Cajun pan fried Brussels sprouts are multi-dimensional yum-deliciousness . Enveloped in the Cajun trinity and a simple yet highly complex sauce, this gluten free side dish is a gourmet-quality keeper. Yep and yay... Disclosure: A ...
Strawberry Tabasco Pepper Jelly
Allow me to present my all new strawberry Tabasco pepper jelly, y'all!! It's oh soooo sweet with a little bit of yum-delicious heat. And it's pourable, spreadable and party sharing-friendly, too. But, you may just want to keep enough on hand to spoil yourself straight food silly every homemade ...
Gluten Free Cajun Smothered Green Bean Casserole
Yum to the oh soooo delicious tum, ya'll!! I took my most beloved, most celebrated, and most requested 'you-better-come-with' dish EVER, and transformed it into this gluten free Cajun smothered green bean casserole. The slow-cooked Cajun green beans, flavorful gluten free cream of mushroom soup and ...
Paleo Creole Shrimp Stuffed Peppers with Cauliflower Rice
Oh soooo flavor-heavy on the palate yet light on the tummy, my Paleo Creole shrimp stuffed peppers with cauliflower rice leave you feeling light as air after you've eaten your yum-delicious fill. Seasoned shrimp, caramelized veggies, tender peppers, and rich tomatoes come together to create a ...
Creole Basil Aioli Shrimp Stuffed Eggs
Pops of sassy south Louisiana flavor fill each bite of these Creole basil aioli shrimp stuffed eggs. Tangy, creamy, rich, and oh soooo basil-y, these stuffed eggs are a surprise and delight for those who dare to try a little something yum-delicious different stuffed into their hard-boiled egg. Yep ...
Gluten Free Cajun Steak Roll Ups in Mushroom Gravy
Oh the yum-deliciousness, y'all!! The caramelized Cajun trinity and mushrooms, spicy tomatoes, fresh spinach, and cheese melt together inside of my gluten free Cajun steak roll ups in mushroom gravy. Old school south Louisiana flavor gets an oh soooo spanking new redo that just happens to also be a ...