Category Archives: Cajun

Shrimp Po’ Boys with Zingy Slaw

Posted on May 23, 2016 | Leave a comment

Shrimp Po' Boys with Zingy Slaw on French BreadIt’s time for Po’Boys my friends!  The Po’Boy is a Louisiana style sub sandwich that can be as creative as you are.  Po’boys got there name from a restaurant in New Orleans during a local factory strike.  The restaurant served free sandwiches to the “poor boys” that were on strike.  My shrimp po’ boys with zingy slaw is a traditional take on the sandwich, having fried seafood and dressed with coleslaw! Continue reading →

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Trout Etoufee

Posted on September 19, 2015 | 4 comments

This recipe has been an Alison classic for a long time.  I have shared it with many friends and family and it is time that it comes to the blog.  I love Cajun food.  It is a passion of mine to create recipes for Cajun dishes.  Etoufee is a classic Cajun dish and this recipe is made with trout!

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Vegetarian Jambalaya

Posted on July 31, 2015 | Leave a comment

Vegetarian Jambalya

I have been cranking out New Orleans style cuisine like mad recently.  Cajun and creole foods are my favorites.  Cajun and creole are both cuisine styles that originate from French settlers of Louisiana.  I have always thought of them as one in the same, so today i did a little research to discover the difference.  Here is a quick breakdown: Continue reading →

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Red Beans and Rice

Posted on July 19, 2015 | Leave a comment

I love spicy food!  Cajun flavors are always a favorite, but they rarely come vegetarian.  I have adapted this red beans and rice recipe to include all the spicy and smokey flavors, without the associated sausage.

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This recipe is made in the slow cooker, making it a summertime favorite.  When standing around the hot stove or oven isn’t cutting it anymore, break out the slow cooker!  I have a small slow cooker (1.5 quarts), which is perfect for two people.  You can double the recipe for a larger slow cooker and have enough for a crowd!

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