Peel the shrimp and set the shells and heads aside for stock. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add crabs and a generous amount of salt. Cover the pot, and boil for 5 to 7 minutes. Drain ...

In addition to leftover Cajun turkey, this gumbo recipe has bits of Andouille sausage, peppers, onions, and celery throughout for a quintessential Louisiana flavor profile.

Turkey gumbo is a post-Thanksgiving go-to in the South. It is such a fun way to use your leftovers after you’re tired of turkey sandwiches. Be sure to save your turkey bones/carcass to make a rich, ...

SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Down in Louisiana, where Santa has alligators instead of reindeer and rides on a pirogue instead of a sleigh, Cajun Christmases are a popular alternative to traditional ...

After a decade working for Emeril Lagasse in New Orleans, Louisiana native Isaac Toups and his wife Amanda decided to go out on their own. So eight years ago they opened Toups Meatery, a restaurant ...

I was about 10 years old when I discovered okra. It was on a trip to see Uncle Bob and his family in Omaha, Nebraska. I stuffed myself silly with his munchy, crunchy pickled okra. After that excursion ...

If you don't already know these recipes by heart, we'll help you learn. Whether it’s a summer potluck or a cozy winter evening, nothing says Creole and Cajun like gumbo. While there are many versions ...

I’ve let these common soup-making mistakes simmer for too long — it’s time to learn how to make soup the right way. And it all starts with having the proper kitchen essentia ...