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Creamy Cheesy Grits

Submitted by: Kristin Arnett

Rich and creamy these grits make a great side dish for a Southern-style meal. I make these at my annual Kentucky Derby party. --Kristin Arnett

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This recipe is popular on both sides of the border. It came from a friend in Alaska, then traveled with me to old Mexico, where I lived for 5 years, and is now a potluck favorite in my Arkansas community. It's easy to keep the beans warm and serve from a slow cooker. -Barbara Short, Mena, Arkansas

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Zippy Praline Bacon

Submitted by: Myrt Pfannkuche

We live on a lake and have many overnight guests, so I serve brunch often. I'm always looking for recipes to enhance the usual eggs and bacon. My husband came home from a men's brunch raving about this one, and the hostess shared the recipe. Just be sure to make more than you think you might need...everybody wants seconds. -Myrt Pflannkuche, Pell City, Alabama

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Creole Seasoning Mix

Submitted by: Marian Platt

Notes Marian Platt of Sequim, Washington, 'I make up this zippy blend to have on hand when a recipe calls for Creole or Cajun seasoning.'

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Red Beans and Rice Mix

Submitted by: Trudie Hagen

Since there's food galore during the holidays themselves, I like giving this zippy mix as an after-Christmas present instead. I just slip the containers of seasoning, beans and rice into a decorative paper bag. A recipe card completes the package.

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Special Spicy Seafood Sauce

Submitted by: Carolyn Chapman

'I've been serving this tangy seafood sauce for over 30 years, and I'm always asked for the recipe,' says Carolyn Chapman, Snohomish, Washington. 'Low in fat and easy to make, it's a great seafood sauce to serve with a cold shrimp as an appetizer. The recipe is easy to halve or double, too. I've found it's usually smart to make extra. It goes so fast!'

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Cajun Potato Latkes

Submitted by: CC Bombet

Living In: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA

Cajun seasoning makes these savory potato latkes a little bit different.

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Roasted Cajun Potatoes

Submitted by: Tamra Duncan

These nicely seasoned potatoes pair especially well with grilled pork chops or ribs. --Tamra Duncan

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Cajun Style Baked Sweet Potato

Submitted by: JJOHN32

Tired of the same old baked sweet potato? Great for picnics and barbecues, these sweet potatoes are seasoned with a homemade herb and spice mix.

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Cajun Dirty Rice

Submitted by: Shari Eisenbeck

One of our family's all-time favorites. Make it as spicy or mild as you please. It is hearty on a cold winter's night. If you are cooking for a crowd, this recipe can easily be doubled. Be sure to serve this with cornbread!

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Creole Cornbread Stuffing

Submitted by: Kevin Ryan

Chock full of spices that really make this stuff sing. This is enough for one turkey.

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Easy Cajun Grilled Veggies

Submitted by: Kelly

A light mixture of Cajun seasoning and Worcestershire sauce gives zucchini, squash and onion chunks a delicious, flavorful bite.

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Hearty Jambalaya

Submitted by: Mel Miller

Mel Miller of Perkins, Oklahoma shares this meaty and satisfying jambalaya.

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Creole Black-Eyed Peas and Rice

Submitted by: SSink

Living In: Spokane, Washington, USA

An easy spicy dish made with rice and black-eyed peas. Adjust the spices to your needs - less Creole Seasoning if you like it mild, add chili powder or cayenne pepper for more kick!

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Creole Okra

Submitted by: SilverMarigold

Home Town: Bradford, Pennsylvania, USA

Living In: Fredericksburg, Virginia, USA

A yummy vegetarian side dish, easy to make. Taste holds up for leftovers. The use of frozen okra makes this a year-round favorite in our family.

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Quick Zesty Green Beans

Submitted by: USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

Here's a change of pace: crispy stir-fried beans that are excellent as an appetizer or side dish. Green vegetables are rich in antioxidants and tied to lower risks for certain cancers.

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Cajun Corn and Bacon Maque Choux

Submitted by: YOYO78

Home Town: Kenner, Louisiana, USA

Living In: Hermitage, Tennessee, USA

Maque Choux (pronounced 'mack shoe'), a colorful dish of fresh corn, green bell peppers, chopped tomato, bacon, and green onions, is the traditional Cajun version of succotash.

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Grits Casserole

Submitted by: Georgia Johnston

Grits is a main ingredient for many Southern meals. I've had this recipe for years and never grow tired of it. It's especially good to serve on a lazy weekend, since leftover portions are very tasty served cold.

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Creole Cornbread Stuffing

Submitted by: Kevin Ryan

This stuffing is chock full of spices to really make this recipe sing. This is enough for one turkey.

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Cajun Ponchartrain Sauce

Submitted by: GhettoGourmetGirl

Home Town: Houston, Texas, USA

Living In: Brooklyn, New York, USA

Serve this simple cream sauce, made with shrimp and mushrooms, over any grilled, blackened, steamed, pan fried fish. Great idea for a romantic candlelight dinner for two.