Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana (known for some of the best food in the world) I have a mixture of personal recipes as well as some favorites I've found along the way.
( hymelskajunkitchen ) This Boudin Cornbread recipe presents an intriguing blend of tastes, merging the classic flavor of cornbread with the distinctive, spicy kick of boudin sausage and pepper jack cheese. The dish marries the sweetness of cornbread with the robust, fiery notes of boudin and cheese, topped off with a luscious, spicy finish from the pepper jelly. Ideal for festive occasions or as a substantial accompaniment, this dish promises to delight. Enjoy your culinary adventure!
( made with lau ) This pan-fried chicken thigh recipe captures the secrets of a Chinese chef, blending aromatic spices with succulent chicken for a quick and flavorful meal. This recipe delivers crispy, juicy chicken thighs with bold, savory flavors complemented by the sweetness of caramelized onions and garlic. Perfect for a quick dinner!
( halthecajunladyaccent ) A comforting, one-pot meal that's as easy to make as it is satisfying to eat. This Southern-inspired dish combines fluffy white rice, smoky sausage, and savory black-eyed peas, all infused with rich flavors of sautéed onions, butter, and beef broth. Prepared effortlessly in a rice cooker, this recipe is perfect for busy days when you need a hearty meal with minimal cleanup. Whether it's a nostalgic reminder of home or a quick dinner solution, Rice Cooker Blues is sure to leave your kitchen smelling divine and your taste buds wanting more. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's a dish you'll come back to again and again.
( hymelskajunkitchen ) Chicken & Andouille Spaghetti is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken thighs, smoky Andouille sausage, and a rich, Cajun-inspired tomato-based sauce. Enhanced with a medley of aromatic vegetables, Cajun seasonings, and hard-boiled eggs for an extra layer of texture, this recipe is a true Southern comfort classic. Served over perfectly cooked spaghetti noodles and optionally topped with Parmesan cheese, it’s a satisfying and delicious meal that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
A rich and comforting dish featuring tender chicken meatballs paired with a creamy spinach Alfredo sauce. Perfect for serving over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, or even as a hearty appetizer.
This creamy, cheesy Southern classic combines sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and a hint of cayenne with tender spaghetti. A rich roux-based sauce ties it together, baked until golden and served in squares.
Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a comforting, one-pan meal perfect for weeknights. It features seasoned ground beef sautéed with onions and garlic, combined with fluffy rice and a creamy sauce. The dish is topped with melted cheese for a rich, satisfying finish. This simple, family-friendly recipe is easy to make and delivers hearty flavors in every bite.
Indulge in the delightful fusion of brownies and cookies with this simple recipe. By utilizing a boxed brownie mix, you can effortlessly create cookies that boast a rich, fudgy center and slightly crisp edges. The preparation is straightforward: combine the brownie mix with an egg, vegetable oil, and water to form a thick dough. Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet, bake for a brief 6-8 minutes, and allow the cookies to cool, resulting in a chewy, chocolatey treat that's perfect for any occasion. For added flair, consider incorporating chocolate chips or nuts into the dough, or dusting the finished cookies with powdered sugar. These Brownie Mix Cookies are a quick and delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Cheddar Bay Ground Beef Cobbler is an easy family friendly dinner recipe with hamburger meat in a creamy sauce made with cheddar soup, cream of mushroom soup, milk and cheddar cheese.
This Wisconsin Mac and Cheese copycat Instant Pot recipe is a must-try for comfort food lovers! In just minutes, you get perfectly al dente pasta coated in a rich, creamy cheese sauce, without the hassle of traditional mac and cheese. The Instant Pot enhances the flavors, delivering restaurant-quality taste that’s perfect for busy nights or satisfying cravings. It’s the ultimate, no-fuss comfort meal that’s hard to beat!
Are you looking for the easiest, cheesiest baked mac and cheese? I got you! This 4-Ingredient Baked Mac and Cheese combines macaroni, heavy cream, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar to create a simple but super creamy baked macaroni and cheese your entire family will love!
This Meatloaf Casserole is a comforting, family-favorite dish featuring layers of meatloaf and mashed potatoes, topped with cheese and buttery crackers. It takes just 15 minutes of prep and is ready in an hour, making it perfect for entertaining or busy weeknights.
Million dollar spaghetti is the perfect combination of noodles, lean ground beef sauce, cottage cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream. It's unbelievably good!
This Pork Stew has juicy bites of seasoned pork, pillowy potatoes, and savory vegetables in a rich and flavorful broth. It’s easy to make on the stove top or in the slow cooker!
This dish takes the relative ease of baked ziti and merges it with the flavors of a classic lasagna, making it a hearty, comforting pasta casserole that pleases both kids and adults.
Baked spaghetti starts with a quick meat sauce that gets tossed with spaghetti noodles. The saucy noodles are then layered with a ricotta filling and plenty of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese (I promise this step is quick and easy). After only 30 minutes in the oven (about half the time as a regular lasagna), each “square” is loaded with lots of melty browned cheese, a savory sauce, and tender noodles that are never dry, thanks to a brilliant layering technique.
Cheesy beef noodle casserole is made with seasoned ground beef in a flavorful tomato sauce tossed in egg noodles and baked with a cheddar cheese topping.
Monterey chicken spaghetti is a pasta bake that will quickly become a highly requested recipe in your family. It’s creamy and cheesy with a crispy fried onion topping. This hearty pasta is also loaded with spinach and even if you aren’t a spinach lover, it tastes so good and just blends right in. This is a pasta recipe that the disappears quickly and it’s one of the most requested pasta dishes in our house.
Dump and Go Garlic Chicken Pasta Casserole is such a great recipe for busy weeknights. It’s loaded with juicy chicken, pasta, and a wonderfully creamy sauce for this delicious meal.
Wondering how to make a Honey Bun Cake? You may be surprised to learn that there's actually no honey in this recipe. Named for the cake's cinnamon-roll-like flavor, our delicious Honey Bun Cake recipe brings a whole lot of flavor with brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans baked into Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ Yellow Cake Mix. Don't forget the vanilla glaze!
Delicious pumpkin pie filling covered in a layer of sweet cream cheese and topped with a crunchy cake mix topping. This Pumpkin Cream Cheese Dump Cake really is my new favorite thing. It’s all the glamour and deliciousness of pie with none of the fuss! Plus, the cream cheese layer makes it even more decadent. “Dump” cake is traditionally made by dumping canned fruit into the dish, and then cake mix on top and then butter. This cake has just a little bit of mixing but the concept is similar and the results are totally worth it This is a great dessert to start off the pumpkin season
A dry-brine fully seasons the chicken and allows the skin to dehydrate, improving browning and crisping during cooking.
Measuring the internal temperature of the chicken to determine doneness leads to more reliable and superior results than going by time.
Rubbing the chicken skin with oil before roasting, instead of basting with watery drippings, ensures even browning and a crisp skin.