North american mardi gras main dish recipes

Mild Blackened Catfish

I made this mild version of blackened catfish for my family. The dish turned out perfect for my kids, and my husband and I added extra cayenne…

Panko Crusted Baked Tilapia

So I didn't find a recipe I liked for this and had to bungle my way through it alone. But it turned out pretty darned good! Nice crispy crunch, and…

Strawberry Chicken with Feta

To make the balsamic reduction: Bring the vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Turn the heat to low and reduce to 1/3 to…

Sauerkraut and Sausage Casserole

I found this in the Lititz Church of the Brethren Cookbook credited to Helen Forry. I love sauerkraut and this…

Roasted Chicken on the Grill

This is a beautiful dish that's big enough for a dinner party of 4 and makes for a great centerpiece over the holidays. The stuffing is optional,…

Roast Chicken on Bread Salad

This is an easy and tasty recipe. It also looks attractive. Buy crusty bread that will that will soak up the dressing without becoming too soggy!…

Lamb Burger Patties

These Lamb Burgers will beat a Big Mac anyday!

crab and cream cheese enchiladas

Crab and cream cheese enchiladas are a soft, warm ,creamy ,delicious ,and spicy variation to a beef enchiladas…

Cauliflower Cheese Pie

Be creative with your cheese choice.....

Uncle Sidney's Red Beans

There are two ways to go here: smoked meats (sausage, rib tips, neck bones, ham, country bacon), OR pickled meat. Either way, you'll obtain a rich…

Raspberry Chicken

Creole Pickle Meat

Folks ask if they can use smoked sausage, andouille sausage, ham, smoked butt and all kinds of other meats. The answer is, sure - its a free…

Creole Flank Steak

If you have a flank, skirt or pepper steak to prepare, give this Creole recipe a turn for large flavor on a pretty small budget. You can feed 4…

Herb Flecked Venison Burgers

One of the best things about rural country living is the access and availability of wild game. Venison nourished the early settlers and Indians in…

Giggling Gourmet's "Don Quixote's Boca de Fuego!" Hot Sauce

For those that like it hot: Here's a hot sauce personal favorite of my own design that I have been working on…