Country Ham & Black-Eyed Peas

Black-eyed peas are NOT just a Southern New Year's Day tradition. Paired with Jalapeno Maple Bacon Cornbread you can celebrate all year long.…

Creole Flank Steak

If you have a flank, skirt or pepper steak to prepare, give this Creole recipe a turn for large flavor on a pretty small budget. You can feed 4…

West Indies Pollo Criollo (Creole Chicken)

This dish is from the Dominican Republic, contains a hint of nutmeg, and is simply good. Best refrigerated…

Cajun Crowder Beans

Also known as Crowder peas, these delicious little fellas can often be found in frozen form at the store. These are fresh picked right here in…

File Gumbo / Chez Helene

The late Chef Austin Leslie left a brilliant legacy of Creole dishes and he helped form my approach to the cuisine of NOLA. I follow no other…

Creole Perfect Sweet Potato Pie

I have made this recipe for years. There is none better - or so I've been told by some serious and knowing Creole cooks. And while some may say…

Homemade Louisiana Andouille Sausage (No Grinder Required)

A great addition to gumbo, red beans and rice, etoufees, and anywhere you want a sausage with a garlic kick.

Deviled Egg Variations with Foolproof Hardboiled Eggs Instructions

Stop turning failed hardboiled eggs into egg salad, although egg salad can…

Big Mama's Creole Meatballs in Red Gravy

Ida Claire, you still amaze us....Every time I come across a recipe from our beloved Aunt Ida, I know it is a…

Shrimp Creole