Ripe mini bell peppers, when blanched in salt water, lose their raw taste and take on a sweetness that pairs perfectly with crab. With a light hand on the seasoning, a bit of egg, and a handful of bread crumbs to bind it all together, with these Mini Bell Peppers Stuffed with Crabmeat you’ve got…
The Tastiest Softshell Crabs Ever
Dining outdoors in the summer is one of the joys of living in the Deep South, and I take advantage of most any restaurant that offers al fresco dining. But, it was more than the outdoor view that caught my rapt attention recently when I dove into a dinner of Fried Softshell Crabs that piled on…
Catfish Courtbouillon
My Cajun recipe for Catfish Courtbouillon uses a pungent seafood stock (I make mine from dried shrimp) and the addition of a couple of spoonfuls of dark roux. Rather than the red gravy Creole version, in this Cajun recipe for courtbouillon I use a light hand on the tomatoes favoring canned diced tomatoes rather than…
Baked Seafood Mac and Cheese Casserole
For my daughter Lauren, there is nothing more comforting than a bowl of macaroni and cheese. Juggling classes and outside activities at Louisiana State University, she rarely finds time to cook dinner, but a microwave mac and cheese is always at the ready. Spending two months at home this summer, Lauren got to kick back…