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Shrimp Fried Rice
Looking for ways to use leftover rice? This shrimp fried rice recipe is quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Ingredients for Shrimp Fried Rice Rice: Use day-old, cooked rice if possible. Freshly made rice can be too moist and sticky. Aim for medium- or long-grain rice for better texture. Shrimp: Use peeled and deveined shrimp. Fresh or frozen both work…
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Cabbage Roll Soup
This delicious Cabbage Roll Soup has all the flavor of traditional baked cabbage rolls without all the work. Cabbage roll soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that takes inspiration from traditional cabbage rolls, which are typically made with ground meat, rice, and cabbage leaves. This soup version simplifies the process while retaining the classic flavors. All about Cabbage…
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Boudin
Boudin is one of the most famous and beloved Cajun recipes. This excellent version has no liver (which is why I love it). This is a great dish to make and it freezes well. Many people cut the casing off the boudin before eating it. This dish is a good one to learn because once you have mastered its…
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Forgotten Jambalaya
Let your slow cooker do all the work. The result is a flavorful Forgotten Jambalaya that will have guests believing that you slaved over a hot stove most of the day.
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Black-Eyed Peas and Ham
With a Southwestern touch, there is a more complicated list of ingredients with this recipe. It is a fancier version than the classic which most often uses ham hocks.
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Shrimp Creole
Shrimp Creole is a flavorful dish originating from Louisiana, traditionally made with shrimp simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce that includes ingredients like bell peppers, onions, celery, bell pepper, garlic, and a blend of spices such as bay leaves, chili powder and Tabasco Sauce. Usually served over rice, this dish embodies the essence of Creole cuisine, combining seafood with…
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Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo with Rice
Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo with Rice is an authentic gumbo recipe. Simmering the shrimp shells in the broth adds distinct flavor, but you can skip this step and start with peeled shrimp. The red bell pepper adds a little more color to the dish. The dish includes ingredients such as shrimp, smoked sausage (like andouille), the “Holy Trinity” of…
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From the Bayou Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
Gumbo is made in as many different ways as there are parishes in Louisiana. From the Bayou Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo is dark and sultry. The andouille or smoked sausage is the most important ingredient in this dish.
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Yankee Red Beans and Rice
Yankee Red Beans and Rice is THE best recipe for red beans and rice that you will ever find. I think it’s much better than the Louisiana dish.
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Mexican Rice
This is our own go-to recipe for perfect, fluffy Mexican rice every time. We have often wondered why we have to mix restaurant Mexican rice with refried beans to make it more palatable. This rice is our own creation. It is certainly not bona fide Mexican rice, but we like it much better. We think you will also! …
