Mardi Gras Recipes

Can you really celebrate the kick off of Carnival without a proper feast? We think not. Revel in the festively indulgent spirit of Mardi Gras (also known as Fat Tuesday or Shrove Tuesday) with our collection of savory and sweet Mardi Gras recipes. From gumbos and Po’Boys to King Cake and Bananas Foster, we have everything you need to get the party started with iconic New Orleans flavor.
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Our Best Louisiana-Style Gumbo Recipes

A classic Louisiana dish, gumbo is a full-bodied, hearty stew made with mea...
A classic Louisiana dish, gumbo is a full-bodied, hearty stew made with meat or shellfish and packed with the Cajun trinity of veggies: onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Serve it with a crusty baguette for mopping up every last delicious drop.
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The 10 Best Cheap NOLA Eats and Drinks This Mardi Gras

If you’re lucky enough to go to Mardi Gras, hydrate and keep that belly ful...
If you’re lucky enough to go to Mardi Gras, hydrate and keep that belly full, and for goodness sakes don’t rely on power bars. This is New Orleans, home to some of America’s very best grub. Here are a few of the best cheap eats and drinks in town right now, including a few killer new-this-year options. (Tip: Always call in advance to make sure restaurants are open!)
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Louisiana Hot Crab Dip

Learn how to make this easy Louisiana Hot Crab Dip recipe that is so good, ...
Learn how to make this easy Louisiana Hot Crab Dip recipe that is so good, as the locals would say, "it'll make you slap ya' momma!" Fresh crab meat and a sprinkle of Creole seasoning make this famous New Orleans appetizer truly irresistible. Get the Recipe: Louisiana Hot Crab Dip
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Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo 

The search for your favorite gumbo recipe stops here. This e Recipe: Shrimp...
The search for your favorite gumbo recipe stops here. This e Recipe: Shrimp and Chicken Gumbo
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How to Make Cajun Red Beans and Rice

Pre-chopped vegetables and canned beans keep this version of red beans and ...
Pre-chopped vegetables and canned beans keep this version of red beans and rice simple yet satisfying. Get the Recipe: Cajun Red Beans and Rice How to Make Lamb and Rice Stuffed Eggplant How to Make Broccoli and Rice Casserole
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How to Make Cheesy Shrimp and Grits

This quick and easy shrimp and grits recipe will wow your family as a weekn...
This quick and easy shrimp and grits recipe will wow your family as a weeknight meal or impress guests at a brunch. The vein of the shrimp perfectly fine to eat, but can taste gritty (and you definitely don't want that), so it's best to remove it.  Get the Recipe: Cheesy Shrimp and Grits How to Make Cacio e Pepe with Sauteed Shrimp How to Make Sheet Pan Shrimp Scampi How to Take Your Shrimp to the Next Level
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Muffuletta Dip

We could call this Saints Dip for last year's Super Bowl winners! Parmesan ...
We could call this Saints Dip for last year's Super Bowl winners! Parmesan cheese helps hold ingredients together. You can also serve this versatile recipe with crackers over a block of cream cheese or toss leftovers in a Caesar salad.
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Chilled Shrimp with Smoky Rémoulade

So simple and satisfying, cooked and chilled shrimp served alongside a flav...
So simple and satisfying, cooked and chilled shrimp served alongside a flavorful dipping sauce has well earned its unquestionable spot among the most cherished classic appetizers. The finger-licking rémoulade sauce gets its distinctive flavor edge from the Creole mustard and smoked paprika. Definitely save any leftovers to spread onto sandwiches--in fact, you may just want to go ahead and pick up some extra shrimp and plan on making po'boys. If you have trouble finding Creole mustard, you can substitute Dijon or whole-grain mustard. This swap will make for a slightly different--but still totally delicious--flavor profile. 
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One-Pan Jambalaya

Andouille, a smoky, garlicky pork sausage, adds depth, but you can use any ...
Andouille, a smoky, garlicky pork sausage, adds depth, but you can use any flavorful chicken or pork sausage.

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Praline Cream-Beignet Tower

Make the praline filling and dough up to two days ahead. If your beignets d...
Make the praline filling and dough up to two days ahead. If your beignets don’t cover the entire cone, trim the excess. You’ll still have a nice tree shape.
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How to Make Stale Doughnut Bread Pudding Muffins

Trends come and go, but this recipe is proof that doughnuts are eternal. Ev...
Trends come and go, but this recipe is proof that doughnuts are eternal. Even that box of Krispy Kremes that you picked up at midnight last night. Stale doughnuts need love, too. Which is why we’re recycling them in a warm, custardy bread pudding disguised as the greatest brunch dish of all time. As if the doughnuts weren’t enough, we add an extra layer of decadence in the form of white chocolate and raspberry sauces. Drizzle them on the bread pudding or directly into your mouth. We won’t judge. Get the Recipe: Stale Doughnut Bread Pudding Muffins How to Make Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup Crack Bread How to Make Peanut Butter Banana Bread How to Make Spring Vegetable Bread Pudding Muffins
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Bananas Foster with Pound Cake

The quick dessert popularized in New Orleans in the 1950s features bananas ...
The quick dessert popularized in New Orleans in the 1950s features bananas warmed in a dark-brown-sugar caramel sauce. It’s even better made and eaten outdoors.  
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Brennan's Bananas Foster

Brennan’s in New Orleans has perfected Bananas Foster – and it's just as de...
Brennan’s in New Orleans has perfected Bananas Foster – and it's just as delicious as it was when they invented it more than 60 years ago. Get the Recipe: Brennan's Bananas Foster
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Bananas Foster Upside-Down Cake

Bananas Foster originated at Brennan's restaurant in New Orleans in the 195...
Bananas Foster originated at Brennan's restaurant in New Orleans in the 1950s. This is a gluten-free riff on that classic dessert.