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Cajun Deviled Eggs

These deviled eggs get their spice by using Cajun seasoning in the yolk mixture, and they’re a breeze to make.  

Salmon Seasoning

Sprinkle this seasoning mix over your salmon and transform your salmon dinners from plain to epic. It’s simple, tasty, and budget-friendly!

What to Serve with Burgers

When you’ve got burgers in mind but want to serve something other than the classic fries, look no further than this list of sides! Below, you’ll find simple salads, veggie skewers, roasted vegetables, and quick side dishes to serve with your burgers.

Wedge Salad

This wedge salad has everything you love in every bite: crisp lettuce, salty bacon crumbles, sweet, juicy tomatoes, and a chunky blue cheese dressing!

What to Serve with Pancakes

Turn your epic stack of pancakes into a meal by serving them with one of these simple sides. Plus, you’ll also find some epic pancake toppings and syrups to make them extra special.

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Wow, everyone at home with this healthy dessert you can prep quickly and easily in the food processor or blender!

100+ Toppings for Shrimp Tacos

Taking your shrimp tacos from good to great is as simple as a topping away. Below, you’ll find everything from veggies and cheeses that go best with shrimp, salsas, and sauces to fruit and garnishes to make your shrimp tacos the best ever!

How To Freeze Gumbo

Learn how you can freeze gumbo easily so it tastes just as good as the day you made it! These tips will help you freeze your gumbo leftovers perfectly, plus how to thaw and reheat them great!

Gumbo vs. Jambalaya

While both Gumbo and Jambalaya are classic New Orleans recipes, they’re not the same.  Below you’ll learn the differences –and avoid calling it the wrong thing in front of a local from New Orleans as many have done –and links to excellent recipes for both.

All About Gumbo Filé Powder

If you’ve never used or heard of gumbo filé powder, don’t worry I’m going to keep it simple for you. In this post, you’ll learn what filé powder is, what it does in a recipe, and when to add it to your gumbo so it turns out delicious!

Is the Gumbo Spoiled?

Whether you forgot about those gumbo leftovers in the back of the fridge or just hosted a party and have half a pot left, below you’ll learn how to prevent your gumbo from spoiling. I’ve lived in New Orleans since 2000 and have cooked gumbo for my family at least once a month. This post shares […]

Pan Seared Spicy Salmon

Solve any mid-week dinner with this simple recipe that helps you to build a tasty and healthy meal in a breeze.

100+ Toppings for Beef Tacos

Take your beef taco night from great to epic by simply switching up the toppings! Below, you’ll find veggies, cheeses, sauces, and more to make unlimited versions of your favorite beef taco recipes.

Gumbo vs Etouffée

These two irresistible New Orleans dishes are very different and often get mistaken, so let’s keep it simple and learn the main differences between the two! Having lived in New Orleans since 2000 and married someone who was born and raised here, making a good gumbo and a real Etouffée was practically a requirement.

Garlic Butter Salmon

In 20 minutes and with minimal work, you can bake a delicious garlic butter salmon that everyone at home will rave about.

Blackened Chicken Alfredo 

Want to enjoy an epic dinner? Make this blackened chicken Alfredo, which, other than being delicious, is easy to prepare in just 30 minutes!

Best Oat Milk Pancakes

The tips below make this a foolproof recipe, ensuring that you’ll soon serve up a great stack of pancakes for breakfast.

Fluffy Matcha Pancakes

To ensure your matcha powder doesn’t go to waste, read the post before making dietary substitutions to the recipe.

Smoked Salmon Pinwheels

One bite of these smoked salmon pinwheels and you’ll be hooked. And you only need 10 minutes to make them.

Steamed Green Beans

Learn how to cook them in a pan and have a healthy side dish ready in less than 15 minutes!

Breakfast For Dinner Ideas

If you love breakfast for dinner nights, get ready to browse through this epic list of ideas your family will love!

Sunday Breakfast Ideas

Whether your Sunday mornings are filled with chores, church, or you’re simply looking for a family-friendly breakfast idea you can all enjoy, the recipes below have it all!

Best Dressing for Cobb Salad

Made with staples like vinegar, oil, and mustard, this simple vinaigrette comes together in 5 minutes and tastes like a million bucks!

How to Reheat Rotisserie Chicken Without Drying it Out

You can reheat your rotisserie chicken without drying it out with one of the methods -pick the one based on how much time you have! Whether you’re in a hurry and will microwave it or have a bit more time and let the oven do the work, below I share all the tips to keep the […]

Blender Salsa

Try this incredible homemade salsa once and you will never go back for the store-bought version! Super tasty, no cooking required, and a must-make for your next taco night!

How to Freeze French Toast

Learn how to freeze French toast the easy way so you can enjoy a delicious and convenient breakfast any time! Below, you’ll learn how to keep its quality, how long it lasts, and the best methods for heating it up later!

100+ Toppings for Chicken Tacos

Take your chicken tacos from good to great by loading them up with one of these toppings! Below, you’ll find a list of veggies, salsas, sauces, cheeses, and other ingredients you can use to make your chicken tacos epic.

French Toast Without Eggs

This eggless French toast is everything you love from the classic recipe: delicious slices of bread with golden exteriors and puffy middles!

French Toast with Almond Milk

These French toasts are cooked to perfection with puffy middles and golden exteriors, making your weekend breakfast delicious!

How to Cook Asparagus in a Pan

With this simple recipe, cook tasty asparagus that are tender on the inside and slightly crispy on the edges. MUCH better than steamed!

30 Minute Family Dinner Ideas

When you only have 30 minutes to get a meal on the table, having a go-to list of family dinner ideas is a lifesaver! Below, you’ll find easy and delicious recipes you can make with simple ingredients you probably already buy.

Blueberry French Toast

If French toast is your family’s jam on the weekend, this French toast recipe has soaked up loads of blueberry flavor in every bite.

Waffle Toppings

The waffle toppings in the list below include jams, sauces, syrups, fruit, and more to transform your breakfast experience! Use any of these toppings on homemade or store-bought waffles.

20 Minute Meals Kid Friendly

When you need to feed the kids and only have 20 minutes to spare, these meals save the day! Selecting the top 15 kid-friendly recipes was no easy task, so I let the numbers speak for themselves. Each of these recipes is delish and has raving reviews!

100+ Toppings for Toast

These toppings can transform your toast from basic to epic in a matter of minutes! Below, you’ll find a list of ideas you can spread on toast, savory toppings, sweet toppings, filing ingredients, and even transform your toast into a meal! I’m telling you… toast for breakfast will never the same again!