Cabbage is eaten on New Years in hopes of having wealth for the year. This dish is welcome on any table any time of the year. 4 sliced...

New Year’s is here. There are traditional dishes to eat for luck, health and wealth. This week, a twist on two of these dishes. This soup...

There are members of my family who would rather pork roast than turkey. So to honor them, here is a recipe from the late Chef Paul...

As the big day is quickly approaching, I thought I would share two recipes for the main attraction on your Christmas table. Here is a...

Every time I see a wheel of Brie cheese, I think of my sister-in-law Denny. For most family gatherings, she would prepare a Brie en...

One of my families Christmas traditions was how we would open presents. Since I have a large family, this could take hours. To pass the...

Spirited coffee is a great way to end a meal. Here is a cajun twist. 3 cups Strong Coffee 6 tablespoons Molasses 6 tablespoons Dark Rum...

This post was supposed to be shared on Thanksgiving day. Sorry, it is a little late. What can I say that has not been said about...

Many people are addicted to coffee. Even on 100 degree days, they will drink coffee all day. With the winter upon us, I thought I would...

Here is a non sweet snack with pecans. It makes a great present for your friends. 4 tablespoons unsalted Butter 2 cups Pecan Halves 2...

Pecans are everywhere this time of year. They also make a great present. This week, I am sharing two ways to prepare pecans to be given...

During the holidays, many participate in a cookie swap. I thought I would share two different cookies that are sure to please. 2 1/2 cups...

With the holidays quickly approaching, we all tend to stray from our regular eating habits. Desserts are eaten not only after dinner, but...

Both of my recipes this week use pecans. They are at their peak season during the holidays. Use them in as many dishes as you can. 2 1/4...

This is a great warm drink for the winter months. The cinnamon and clove scents starts to warm you before you drink the tea. 4 cups Water...

We are getting close to the Plaquemines Parish Orange Festival. So I figured why not post recipes featuring Louisiana Oranges For the...

Fried chicken is a southern staple. Every cook flavors the chicken with different spices and seasonings. Here is Leah Chase’s version. 1...

This week, I am featuring two recipes from the Queen of Creole Cooking Leah Chase. First up Creole Jambalaya 1 pound Smoked Ham, cut into...

Here is a twist on Boudin Balls. This adds more flavor to an already delicious bite. 2 cups Vegetable Oil 32 ounces Boudin, removed from...

This week, I am featuring Boudin as an ingredient. It works well as a stuffing for pork chops. It is also great as an appetizer. Here is...