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....
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...
Cannellini beans and kale come together in this delicious Tuscan dish that’s sure to turn the kale-curious into kale cheerleaders. Our Creole Italian Blend lends a nice herby-spicy note to the rich garlic and olive oil – the perfect compliments to the creamy beans and robust kale. Wholesome and delish. Fun fact: this hearty, nutritious...
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...
Home to the Catfish Festival, Des Allemands, Louisiana is a fishing village known for the waters that surround it – waters that produce catfish. Seafood restaurants dot the area and serve up big platters of fried catfish. This sandwich is our nod to the generations of fisherman in Bayou country, without whom we wouldn’t have...
Slow-roasting salmon in olive oil leads to luxurious results. Rich salmon is seasoned with classic Seattle Salmon Blend, then we take a turn from the basics and baste with our Chipotle Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Smoky warmth and savory flavors are the end result. Slow cooking preserves its delicate texture, ensuring moist, succulent fish. This...
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...
From tasty veggie tacos to big slabs of grilled cheese, lent doesn’t have to mean the same fish dinner each week. Flex your meatless muscles with these delicious hearty dishes. 1- Carrot Tacos Sheet Pan Suppers. Oh, how we love them. So much so that we talk about them in our Smidgen podcast. You’re subscribed, right?...
These Tequila Lime Shrimp Tacos are an explosion of flavors. We called our Lime Margarita Salt over from the bar and asked for its help in the kitchen and seasoned the shrimp with the glass-rimming mixture. Seasoned shrimp get a quick dunk in tequila then they’re sizzled in a skillet. That big-time tangy brightness gets...
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...