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Fast and Easy New Orleans-Style Dishes

Updated February 20, 2009
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Catfish Po'Boys
Credit: Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

New Orleans is called "The Big Easy," so enjoy the flavors of the city with these Dinner Tonight recipes that are ready in less than 45 minutes.

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Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya

Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell

Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya Recipe

Many Cajun and Creole dishes are seasoned with the so-called holy trinity--bell pepper, onion, and celery. This Creole-style jambalaya has lots of tomato in it.

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Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish

Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish

Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish Recipe

Bring down-home flavor to the table in about 30 minutes with these Cajun-spiced fillets.

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Shrimp Po'boy with Spicy Ketchup

Shrimp Po'boy with Spicy Ketchup

Shrimp Po'boy with Spicy Ketchup Recipe

Breaded shrimp get broiled, not fried, for a trimmer version of these Cajun dinner sandwiches.

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Andouille and Red Beans with Rice

Andouille and Red Beans with Rice
Credit: Randy Mayor

Andouille and Red Beans with Rice Recipe

Stir up a skillet of spicy sausage and beans for a 20-minute skillet supper.

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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine
Credit: Lee Harrelson

Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine Recipe

Homemade pasta sauce, with a hint of spice, is easy to make in this quick-cooking seafood recipe.

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Crab Cakes with Remoulade

Crab Cakes with Rémoulade
Credit: Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Crab Cakes with Remoulade Recipe

This company-worthy dinner features sweet and tender crab cakes topped with a creamy, spicy sauce.

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Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Creole Spice Rub

Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Creole Spice Rub
Credit: Randy Mayor; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Creole Spice Rub Recipe

Spicy dry rub adds crunch and flavor to this crowd-pleasing entrée.

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Jambalaya with Shrimp and Andouille Sausage

Jambalaya with Shrimp and Andouille Sausage
Credit: Randy Mayor

Jambalaya with Shrimp and Andouille Sausage Recipe

Enjoy a bowlful of this New Orleans favorite in less than 40 minutes.

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Turkey Jambalaya

Turkey Jambalaya
Credit: Jim Bathie; Lydia DeGaris-Pursell

Turkey Jambalaya Recipe

Use leftover turkey to make a hearty cool-weather, one-dish meal.

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Creole Chicken and Vegetables

Creole Chicken and Vegetables

Creole Chicken and Vegetables Recipe

This saucy chicken dish, reminiscent of gumbo, cooks in just 20 minutes.

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Catfish Po'Boys

Catfish Po'Boys
Credit: Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Catfish Po'Boys Recipe

This down-home Southern sandwich is ready in less than 15 minutes.

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    1 of 11 Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya
    2 of 11 Cornmeal-Crusted Catfish
    3 of 11 Shrimp Po'boy with Spicy Ketchup
    4 of 11 Andouille and Red Beans with Rice
    5 of 11 Creamy Cajun Shrimp Linguine
    6 of 11 Crab Cakes with Remoulade
    7 of 11 Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Creole Spice Rub
    8 of 11 Jambalaya with Shrimp and Andouille Sausage
    9 of 11 Turkey Jambalaya
    10 of 11 Creole Chicken and Vegetables
    11 of 11 Catfish Po'Boys

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