Visiting our Cajun/Creole Forum is a fun way to learn more about the foods of Louisiana from folks all over the world. Our community is as diverse as the menu selection at your favorite Cajun restaurant.

Gravies and sauces add a finishing touch to meats and poultry. This basic turkey gravy is made from pan drippings and can be seasoned with fresh or dried herbs or simply a pinch of salt and pepper.

With all of the information available today, it is obvious that when you deep fry foods, the proper oil will enhance the flavor and strike a healthy balance.

Creating a romantic dinner doesn’t have to be stressful. With a little advanced preparation anyone can turn a meal into a memorable celebration.

If you long for more together time, but don't know where to begin, read my "Tips For Family Dinners". Family/Friends, Food, and Fun just seem to go together.

"The Louisiana Proud Collection of Home Cooking" is full of recipes from kitchens all over Louisiana.

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According to the news, the Cabbage Soup Diet is back! My Cajun version is a tasty alternative full of fresh vegetables and a savory broth. Whether it will help you lose weight is anyone�s guess. But one thing�s for sure, when it is chilly out, nothing warms you up like a cup of steamy hot soup.

Beignets and steamy hot cafe au lait are deeply embedded in the colorful history of New Orleans. Whether you make your own at home or enjoy them in the city that made them famous, there is one thing for sure. They are irresistible.

Candied or sweet nuts are delicious little tidbits whether they are on the cocktail table, sprinkled over ice cream or as the finishing touch on a crisp bed of field greens dressed with raspberry vinaigrette and topped with tangy cheese, sweet-tart dried cranberries, and sugary-sweet candied nuts.