This quick and easy Cajun Crawfish Etouffee is all about big flavor in under 30 minutes! It uses a blond roux—fast, fuss-free ...

Cajun stew that often features crawfish simmering in a spicy, tomato-based broth. This recipe offers a classic presentation.

“This totally tastes like home,” Lemon, a Louisiana native, said. “This is a recipe that’s going to put a little meat on your bones and give you some booty.” ...

"He tended to over-spice food," she said. "There were many a pot of gumbo that were inedible because they were too spicy. He liked it hot and would say, 'This is fine,' but he would be sweating.

Jeannie DelGreco in Lafayette sent me a photo of the last recipe she ever got from her dad before he passed away in 2014. It's his recipe for crawfish étouffée.

We flipped the calendar to 2024, and Mardi Gras is almost here! With the parades rolling early this year, it seems that pressing the easy button in the kitchen is in order.

In a large skillet, sauté the bacon on medium heat until crispy, about 6 minutes. Add the butter, onion, celery, and bell pepper and simmer until slightly softened, about 4 minutes.