Fast and Easy New Orleans-Style Dishes
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.
Shrimp-and-Sausage Jambalaya
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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Recipe
Enjoy a bowlful of this New Orleans favorite in less than 40 minutes.
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Turkey Jambalaya
Use leftover turkey to make a hearty cool-weather, one-dish meal.
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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
This down-home Southern sandwich is ready in less than 15 minutes.