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  • Easy Broccoli & Beef

    Another quick and easy recipe that’s a constant in our weekly rotation. Continue reading

    Easy Broccoli & Beef
  • Creamy Pesto Shrimp Linguine

    There’s something about a big bowl of creamy pasta and perfectly cooked shrimp that feels just a little special. This Creamy Pesto Shrimp Linguine is one of those recipes that manages to be both elegant and incredibly easy, making it… Continue reading

    Creamy Pesto Shrimp Linguine
  • Maque Choux

    There’s something special about summer in Louisiana when fresh corn starts showing up at farm stands and backyard gardens.  One of the best ways to enjoy that harvest is with a classic Cajun side dish called Maque Choux (pronounced “mock… Continue reading

    Maque Choux
  • Texas Chicken Spaghetti

    If there’s one thing Texans do well, it’s putting their own spin on classic comfort food. After all, Texas has its own version of everything—even spaghetti. This Texas Chicken Spaghetti has been a family favorite for as long as I… Continue reading

    Texas Chicken Spaghetti
  • Ma Ma Miso Salmon

    An Asian inspired quick and easy weeknight dinner for two. Continue reading

    Ma Ma Miso Salmon
  • One-Skillet Creamy Fajita Chicken

    Some of my favorite weeknight meals start with a simple glance through the weekly H-E-B ad. Every week, I look for inspiration based on what’s on sale, and more often than not, those deals help shape our family’s meal plan.… Continue reading

    One-Skillet Creamy Fajita Chicken
  • Andouille Potato Salad

    There’s something special about taking a familiar summer favorite and giving it a little Louisiana attitude. This Andouille Potato Salad is a Cajun twist on the classic backyard side dish, packed with smoky andouille sausage, bold seasoning, and plenty of… Continue reading

    Andouille Potato Salad
  • Crawfish Bread

    There are a lot of crawfish bread recipes out there, and every South Louisiana family seems to have their own version. This one is mine — simple, cheesy, packed with crawfish flavor, and built for gatherings where everybody ends up… Continue reading

    Crawfish Bread
  • Creole Daube

    There’s something deeply comforting about a pot of Creole daube (pronounced douhb) slowly simmering on the stove.  This version of a classic Louisiana dish is the kind of recipe that tells a story, blending French and Italian technique with bold… Continue reading

    Creole Daube
  • Crawfish Cornbread

    There’s nothing quite like the flavors of Louisiana coming together in a warm, comforting pan of crawfish cornbread. Rich, savory, and just a little bit indulgent, this dish is very similar to our beloved boudin cornbread.  In our family, crawfish… Continue reading

    Crawfish Cornbread