Kid friendly American shellfish recipes

Creole Shrimp Salad

The perfect main dish for brunch, a salad for dinner, or an appetizer! This New Orleans-inspired salad will please everyone who loves shrimp served…

Shrimp Creole

This isn't all that fancy or exotic, but it's a wonderfully rich and fully flavored. If you want greater authenticity, you can substitute butter…

Scallops and Grits

When I moved to the South nearly 20 years ago it did not take me long to discover the Southern favorite shrimp and grits. Such a delicious rich…

White Clam Pizza

Baked Stuffed Clams

These make a great appetizer, or serving a couple they make a nice dinner, and occasionally to make them truly elegant I top them with Hollandaise…

Creamy Shrimp Chowder

I had some leftover Shrimp from the New Years Eve Party and made this delicious, easy chowder, it was a hit!

Grilled Prawns with Lemon Butter and Corn Bread

A most delightful way to get the family together around a big table. Serve buckets full of shrimp/prawns and…

Crazy Crunchy Jumbo Shrimp

There's nothing wimpy 'bout these shrimpys. Amazing flavor and super crispity crunch in this recipe that's perfect for any occasion. These morsels…

Shrimp Pita with Avocado Dressing

We love shrimp at Carolina HeartStrings and Alessa and I both decided to create a wonderful sandwich using this…

Grilled Prawns with Polenta and Zucchini Medley

Clam & Potato Cream Soup

Another delicious soup for year round consumption. Easy to also freeze for a later use.

Mud Bug Boil.

Nothing better then a one pot meal that makes you smile. This is easy to make and messy to eat. Its even more fun if you catch the Crayfish…

Louisiana Shrimp Salad