Shaved Brussels Slaw
With the first crunchy bite, you’ll fall in love with Brussels with this tasty Shaved Brussels Slaw recipe. The surprise is that with each bite it gets even tastier as you discover the hidden flavors inside. My wife Roxanne has a way with fresh vegetables, especially the green, leafy variety. Raw, steamed, charred, smothered, or…
Country-Style Ribs With Bourbon BBQ Sauce: Labor Day Recipe Redux
These Country-Style Ribs are bathed in flavor; to be exact, they’re rubbed, marinated, charred, baked, braised, glazed, and grilled. And when slathered with my Bourbon BBQ Sauce, these fall-off-the-bone ribs are the best of all worlds. It’s Labor Day and time for one last summer holiday … [Read More...]
Black Drum and Shrimp Salad
White flaky Gulf fish and jumbo Louisiana shrimp are seasoned and pan-sauteed to crown a well-dressed salad in this Black Drum and Shrimp Salad with Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Dressing. BOOM! That’s the sound you’re sure to hear when you pass through Lake Charles, Louisiana—one of the … [Read More...]
Fried Grouper Tacos
Fried Grouper Tacos are a tasty alternative to a standard grouper sandwich. I especially liked the crunch of the batter, the tang of the sauce against the soft flour tortilla, and the sweet mango salsa. But why fried? First off, my wife would argue that grilling the fish would be a better, … [Read More...]
Black Bean Soup
I’ve had a lifelong Latin love affair with frijoles negros (black beans)—a dark and mysterious recipe that I just can’t get enough of. And once you’ve loaded a spoonful of my steaming hot Black Bean Soup topped with a cold dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of red onions and chopped cilantro, … [Read More...]
Grapefruit Basil Cooler
My Grapefruit Basil Cooler is the perfect beach cocktail to chill out with this summer. I will admit that grapefruit juice is a bold ingredient that will bring a pucker to your lips, so my double dose of citrus is smoothed out with a sweet kiss of cherry juice and simple syrup to balance out the … [Read More...]
White Beans Supreme with Ham Shank, Tasso and Smoked Pigtails over White Rice
Every once in a while, I like to get back to basics like my recipe for White Beans Supreme. It's a simple Cajun recipe with easy preparation and satisfying results. It's no-fuss, home-style, comfort food that is heart-warming and sticks to your soul like white on rice. Beans and rice are a … [Read More...]
Curried Meatballs Skillet
Hot and spicy, smooth, and saucy, one bite of this Curried Meatballs Skillet will bring your guests back for more. Meatballs meet Asian spice in this Curried Meatballs Skillet, my addictive party food recipe. Curry is one of those ingredients that have a wide following; I don’t know anyone … [Read More...]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Tangy, spicy, and full of chicken flavor, my Chicken Tortilla Soup is a Mexican soup classic. It brings maximum flavor with minimum effort. For me, soup is a simple dinner meal that delivers flavor and comfort in a bowl. If you’ve spent any time at my Acadiana Table, you no doubt know my love … [Read More...]
A July 4th Tradition: The Bluesiana Burger
The Fourth of July holiday is my favorite family holiday: no last-minute dash for flowers, no arduous trek to the mall for gifts, not even a holiday card. It’s just a leisurely American celebration of family and freedom. And it’s the perfect day to fire up the grill. I’ve always had a hunger for … [Read More...]
Top 12 Legendary Lafayette Restaurants
Celebrating the local restaurant scene in Lafayette has been an annual affair ever since the local tourist bureau created the summer-long Eat Lafayette ad campaign. A project of the Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission and tourism head Ben Berthelot, it is a way to highlight the homegrown … [Read More...]
Potato and Brussels Soup
Potato soup is friendly and familiar—just like that old high-school BFF that visits once a year. The recipe has become a comfortable (and predictable) interpretation of a thick and creamy bowl of pulverized potatoes loaded up with cheese. And yes, I love it as much as you do. But with my Potato and … [Read More...]
Top 10 Favorite Sandwiches and How To Make Them
A simple sandwich just hits the spot. But one thing that’s not simple is making a choice among all my favorites. If you’ve been a part of my Acadiana Table for some time, you no doubt understand my pursuit of the perfect sandwich—so many sandwiches, so little time. So here’s a list of my Top 10 … [Read More...]
Boiled Crabs at Randol’s Dancehall
This weekend, when I saw the flashing sign announcing "BOILED CRABS" in big, bold letters outside Randol's restaurant, I knew that things were heating up in South Louisiana, and I'm not talking about the weather. Propane burners and stovetop boiling pots are firing up as crab season ushers in on the … [Read More...]
Chilled Seafood Salad with Two Dressings
Ice-cold shrimp and chilled lump crabmeat need nothing more than a tasty dressing or two to complete a casual springtime meal. And my recipe for Chilled Seafood Salad with Two Dressings keeps it simple and light—two ingredients for an easy dinner. Anytime Roxanne and I visit Biloxi, … [Read More...]
Pulled Pork Tacos with Creole Crema
For Cinco de Mayo, South of the border meets South Louisiana in this Pulled Pork Tacos with Creole Crema--a taco taste sensation. I love how the citrus flavors of the orange-brined pork shoulder are elevated by the spike of jalapeños and Cajun seasoning that work so deliciously with farm-fresh … [Read More...]