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King Cake

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Round out your Mardi Gras celebration with a King Cake: a fabulous ring-shaped pastry sprinkled with green, gold, and purple sugars.

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A sturdy bowl of gumbo revives you after days and nights of revelry, and gives you the strength to party on until Lent.

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Shrimp and Grits Louisiana Style

Submitted by: futchmail 
Make luscious, creamy shrimp and grits for two with this quick Cajun-inspired recipe. It's perfect for a romantic breakfast. 

Jambalaya-Stuffed Tomatoes

Submitted by: Raedwulf Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Living In: Okanagan, British Columbia, Canada
Use leftover shrimp, ham, and rice to make jambalaya-stuffed tomatoes. Top with Parmesan cheese for a tasty appetizer. 

Creole Crab and Corn Chowder

Submitted by: Chef John Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Fresh crab and fresh corn give this Creole-style chowder a delightful flavor, perfect for summer. 

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Bananas Foster II

Submitted by: BUTTERMEBREAD 
Bananas are cooked in a bubbling pan of dark brown sugar, butter, rum and cinnamon and served over ice cream with walnuts in this elegant, quick dessert. 

Cajun Crawfish and Shrimp Etouffe

Submitted by: RHONDA35 
Home Town: Rio Hondo, Texas, USA
Living In: Austin, Texas, USA
An authentic Louisiana recipe with a rich and spicy fresh tomato based roux with fresh garlic, bell peppers, celery and onions mixed with crawfish and shrimp. A little time consuming but well worth it!! Serve over steamed rice with hushpuppies and/or crackers on the side. 

Creole Seasoning Blend

Submitted by: JOSLYN 
This Creole seasoning blend is great for seasoning rice, meats, soups and stews, or anything that needs a flavor boost. Also makes a great gift when placed in a decorative jar with recipe attached. 
 

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