STRAWBERRY RECIPE ROUNDUP
Early spring in Louisiana means strawberry season. No matter where you are, embrace the short, sweet season with this roundup of recipes. From refreshing salads to decadent desserts, strawberries add a burst of flavor and color to any dish. These versatile berries inspire so many delicious culinary creations. Read on for berry, berry scrumptious recipes. […]
MORE LENTEN MEALS (THAT AREN’T FISH)
Lenten meals often focus on fish a seafood – read our blog all about seafood meals. Lent also offers the opportunity to explore a rich tapestry of vegetarian and vegan options. Dishes that feature legumes, peas, eggplant and sweet potatoes are protein-packed and big on flavor. Embracing these plant-based alternatives honors the Lenten tradition of abstaining from […]
SCOVILLE CHART FOR CHILES
What’s the hottest chile you have in the shop? We get that question so often! From modest Paprika to scary Ghost, we are here to answer all your searing questions. First up, Chili or Chile?Answer: yes to both. As you read recipes, blogs and cookbooks, you’ll see the words Chile, Chili and Pepper used interchangeably. […]
LENT ROUNDUP: SEAFOOD MEALS
Abstaining from meat for Lent? We’ve got you covered. Fish, shrimp and crawfish – they’re all here with very tasty results. Here are our favorite seafood recipes. Give them a try this lenten season! Fish Piccata Ready in a flash and so full of flavor, this quick fish piccata is all about building big, bright […]
SWEET POTATO (OR YAM) ROUNDUP
Sweet potatoes or yams? Fun Fact: most tubers labeled “yams” in the U.S. are sweet potatoes. Lots of history and lore around that, but we’re here for the flavor! As a bonus, sweet potatoes are high in beta carotene, vitamin C and fiber. We love them in spicy hot chilis, and they love smoky spice […]
Valentine’s Day Recipes for A Date Night In
No Valentine’s Day reservations? No problem. Check out these recipes that are sure to win over your sweetheart. APPETIZERRoasted Cauliflower with Walnut Caper Salsa. This appetizer from Jerusalem: A Cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi is a flavor explosion that’s a fantastic appetizer but also makes a great meatless meal. We cooked this one up on our podcast Smidgen […]