Mardi Gras Recipes

Revel in the flavor of our Mardi Gras recipes and have your own Cajun celebration with spicy seafood gumbos, sweet bananas foster, piled-high Po'Boys, and steaming bowls of red beans and rice.

Get ready for Mardi Gras festivities with classic recipes and party ideas from Southern Living.

Find delicious New Orleans-style menus, traditional king cake recipes, and fun tips for hosting your very own Mardi Gras party.

Mardi Gras Recipes for a Crowd

No Cajun-staple is left out in this celebratory menu. Drinks, desserts, and mains-- this menu is perfect for a large crowd. (Serves 12)

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The Flavor of Mardi Gras

Throw caution, and beads, to the wind while kicking off the Mardi Gras season in traditional style with great tastes from the bayou state. (Serves 8)

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Host A Mardi Gras Party

SouthernLiving.com brings you traditional Cajun dishes to serve at your festive Fat Tuesday party.
Fun & Sassy Cocktail Napkins

These cocktail napkins from IMproper Greetings put the fun in dysfunctional. Pick your favorite design and let the party plan itself.

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Creole Chicken Dinners

Celebrate Mardi Gras with easy Creole- and Cajun-style chicken recipes. If you can't be in New Orleans at a parade, eating well is the next best thing.

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New Orleans' Best Shrimp and Oyster Po-Boy

This Telly Award-winning episode features one of New Orleans' oldest establishments and most delicious dishes.

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Pan-Seared Shrimp Po' Boys

Update the New Orleans favorite with a homemade tarter sauce.

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