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Grilled Cajun Ribeye

I was watching a new show on the Cooking Channel the other day about steaks. Who can pass up a show on cooking big ole hunks of beef over an open flame? The show, Steak Out with Kix Brooks, is hosted by Kix Brooks (duh!), of Brooks and Dunn country music fame. He travels around the country checking out popular steak joints. Steak after glorious steak. Like this one, from a very popular place, Chicago Cut Steakhouse. This is my take on the Chicago Cut’s grilled Cajun ribeye steak.

Grilled Cajun Ribeye

To be fair, they use a massive, 24-ounce dry-aged steak that would put this one to shame, but mine turned out great too. The flavor is fantastic. A little heat (I used a spicy Cajun seasoning), and a whole lot of tender juicy meat.

Grilled Cajun Ribeye 2

The grilled Cajun ribeye steak looked amazing as it got happy in the marinade. Great color, thanks to the paprika and cayenne in the spice mix. My homemade mix since lets me adjust the flavors (in my case, hotter) to my own tastes.

I fired up my little Weber Smokey Joe using my mini charcoal chimney. In about 45 minutes I was enjoying a tremendous steak with a great open-flame char and flavor.

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Weber 3 Piece Stainless Steel Premium Tool Set, Black

I love to grill steaks over a charcoal chimney. Give it a try, you’ll love it.

Grilled Cajun Ribeye
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Grilled Cajun Ribeye

The grilled Cajun ribeye steak looked amazing as it got happy in the marinade. Great color, thanks to the paprika and cayenne in the spice mix. My homemade mix since lets me adjust the flavors (in my case, hotter) to my own tastes.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, grilled, steak
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 day 10 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 559kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Chicago Cut

Ingredients

For the steak

Instructions

  • Lay the steak out on a cutting board. Take a fork and stab the steak everywhere, all over, on both sides. Don’t be shy. Stab it. A lot. Every inch of it.
  • Sprinkle the steak with the Cajun seasoning and stab some more. Get the seasoning down into every little hole.
  • Place the steak into a resealable container.
  • Add the onion and garlic, then add enough oil to just cover the steak.
  • Seal and let marinate for at least 24 hours.
  • Fire up your grill for direct cooking. You are going to cook the steak high and fast.
  • While you are waiting for the grill to warm up, place the steak onto a cookie rack to drain the oil. Flip it at least once to get any oil off that may pool on the top.
  • Place the steak over the hottest part of the grill and cook it quickly, turning once, to your desired temperature. Keep an eye on it as flare-ups will occur from any remaining oil.
  • Remove and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 559kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 887mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 39IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush
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Weber Grill Brush Scrubber – Heavy Duty Grate Cleaner – With 3 Replaceable Pads

Choclo Maque Choux

I decided to try my hand at food fusion, combining ideas from two different cuisines: Peruvian and Creole. I was more than pleased with the result. I started with a traditional Creole maque choux, but instead of sweet corn I used Peruvian choclo. The end result? Choclo maque choux!

Choclo Maque Choux

Choclo is not like the sweet corn we are used to in the US. The kernels are huge. Like finger-nail big. They are very also starchy, and have a thicker pericarp, or outer layer (I looked that up). And last, they aren’t sweet.

The sauce in maque choux is so delicious. It almost looks like mac-and-cheese, but there’s definitely not any cheese in this wonderful dish. It’s creamy and sweet, but not too sweet thanks to some hot sauce. And there’s a nice crunchy ‘pop’ as you bite into the huge choclo kernels.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this choclo dish and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue
Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

I cannot wait to make this again. It was fantastic. Also try my more authentic dish, choclo cumino.

Choclo Maque Choux
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Choclo Maque Choux

I decided to try my hand at food fusion, combining ideas from two different cuisines: Peruvian and Creole. I was more than pleased with the result. 
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword corn, Peruvian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 213kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups choclo you can substitute sweet corn
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion minced
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • ½ teaspoon hot sauce plus more for serving
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • 1 egg lightly beaten

Instructions

  • Add 1 tablespoon of the butter and all of the oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter.
  • Add the corn, onion, sugar, and hot sauce.
  • Let the corn cook until it is almost tender and it starts to turn golden brown, forming a light crust in the bottom of the pan.
  • Stir in the broth, scraping up any bits off the bottom of the pan.
  • Add the remaining butter and all of the cream. Stir.
  • Cook, stirring, for 5 more minutes at a slow simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the egg until it is cooked
  • Serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 521IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Louisiana Burgers

These Louisiana burgers are absolutely incredible. They are the best burgers I’ve ever had. Wonderful grilled seasoned beef, kick’n pepper jack cheese, remoulade, crunchy red onion and my favorite, spicy homemade Tasso that just melts in your mouth. All on homemade buns.

Louisiana Burgers

Every bite is fully of fantastic flavor.

I could’ve used some Kaw-Cajun Comeback sauce on these burgers, but I went with a bottle of Louisiana Fish Fry Product’s remoulade sauce instead. It has a nice zesty taste that is also great on po boy sandwiches. You can find it in your grocer’s southern foods section.

Weber Original Burger Press, Black
Weber Original Burger Press, Black

If you love big flavors, you’ll love these burgers. Also try my spicy bacon burgers.

Louisiana Burgers
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Louisiana Burgers

These Louisiana burgers are absolutely incredible. They are the best burgers I’ve ever had.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword burgers
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 725kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Bobby Flay

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your grill.
  • Combine the spices and mix into the meat in a large bowl.
  • Form the meat into 4 patties.
  • Grill the burgers as desired.
  • Toast the buns.
  • Slather the buns with the remoulade sauce. Top with the burgers, Tasso, red onion, and cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 725kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 158mg | Sodium: 1719mg | Potassium: 616mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 443IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 436mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cuisinart CSBP-100 3-in-1 Stuffed Burger Press, Black
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Weber Original Burger Press, Black
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Grillaholics Stuffed Burger Press and Recipe eBook – Extended Warranty – Hamburger Patty Maker for Grilling – BBQ Grill Accessories

Cajun Filet-o-Fish Sandwiches

I needed something pretty quick and easy for lunch. I’m not sure why, but I was hankerin’ for a McDonald’s filet-o-fish sandwich. And wouldn’t you know I had everything on hand to make one? Well, it’s not quite the same version as you get at the fast food joint. My version of the filet-o-fish sandwich has a bit of a Cajun kick to it.

Cajun Filet-o-Fish Sandwiches

This Cajun filet-o-fish sandwich came out great. A quick and easy lunch in a pinch. You could substitute ‘normal’ tartar sauce, but I really like the extra flavor in the Frog Bone Bayou Tartar sauce. A bottle of it doesn’t last long around here.

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Kick up your sandwich even more with my homemade chipotle tartar sauce.

Cajun Filet-o-Fish Sandwiches
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Cajun Filet-o-Fish Sandwiches

It’s not quite the same version as you get at the fast food joint. My version of the filet-o-fish sandwich has a bit of a Cajun kick to it.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, fish, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 197kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Toast the buns, if desired.
  • Cook the patties per package instructions. Halfway through the cooking process, when you have to flip the patties, sprinkle them with as much Cajun seasoning as you desire. No point in being shy about it.
  • To assemble sandwiches, top bun bottoms with the fish. Add a piece of cheese followed by a generous amount of tartar sauce. Add the top bun and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional values do not include the fish patties.

Nutrition

Calories: 197kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 566mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 199IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 294mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cedar Planked Cajun Mashed Potatoes

I doubt I’ll ever make mashed potatoes the ‘old way’ again after making cedar planked Cajun mashed potatoes. Mashed potatoes on cedar planks on a hot grill are incredible. The cedar flavor (and aroma) is not overwhelming, but it adds a wonderful new dimension to mashed potatoes. Add some Cajun butter and you have what is unquestionably the tastiest side dish you can possibly imagine. Did I mention that these potatoes also pack a little kick from the pepper jack cheese, smoked pepper and Cajun seasoning? Just the right amount of kick. My goodness were these every amazing!

Cedar Planked Cajun Mashed Potatoes

I served these cedar planked Cajun mashed potatoes alongside a delicious prime rib. I cooked it on my Char-Broil Big Easy oil-less fryer. It was the perfect meal.

I cooked the potatoes on my just-refurbished 15 year-old Weber gas grill, but any grill will do as long as you can fit the cedar plank onto it!

Cedar Grilling Planks - 12 Pack
Cedar Grilling Planks – 12 Pack

Cooking on cedar planks can really change the ordinary into something special, which is why I do it often. Check out my other cedar plank recipes: creamy mashed potatoes, Twinkies, beef sliders, chorizo portabellos, hot dogs, sausage sandwiches, shrimp and grits, meatloaf and spicy grilled shrimp.

Cedar Planked Cajun Mashed Potatoes
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Cedar Planked Cajun Mashed Potatoes

I doubt I’ll ever make mashed potatoes the ‘old way’ again after making cedar planked Cajun mashed potatoes.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, cedar plank, mashed potatoes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 472kcal
Author Based on a recipe from the Kitchen Window

Equipment

Ingredients

For the mashed potatoes

For the Cajun butter

Instructions

For the mashed potatoes

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and boil until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well then return the potatoes to the pot.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mash the potatoes using a hand masher or mixer.
  • Place potatoes into a resealable container in the fridge for 1 hour to set.
  • Meanwhile, soak a cedar plank in water.
  • Fire up your smoker for indirect cooking.
  • When the potatoes have set, remove the plank from the water. Add the potatoes in a pile the full length of the plank.
  • Make small indentations in the top of the potatoes and add small spoonfuls of the Cajun butter.
  • Place plank onto the grill and grill 20 minutes or until the potatoes have turned golden brown and are heated through.
  • Serve hot.

For the Cajun butter

  • Combine all ingredients.

Nutrition

Calories: 472kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 764mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1287IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cedar Grilling Planks – 12 Pack

Cajun Grilled Baby Veggies

I consider these Cajun grilled baby veggies to be the perfect side dish. They take absolutely no time to throw together and they taste fantastic. Just about any vegetable can be used, just make sure that all of them are roughly the same size so they cook evenly. I needed something light and fresh to go with my just-grilled sliders. I figured, small burgers, small veggies!

Cajun Grilled Baby Veggies

Weber makes an absolutely fantastic vegetable basket for the grill. It heats up fast and evenly and is the perfect basket for making these Cajun grilled baby veggies, whether you have a Weber grill or not!

Weber Deluxe Grilling Basket
Weber Deluxe Grilling Basket

Also try my Asian grilled vegetables and my grilled Tuscan vegetables.

Cajun Grilled Baby Veggies
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Cajun Grilled Baby Veggies

I consider these Cajun grilled baby veggies to be the perfect side dish. They take absolutely no time to throw together and they taste fantastic.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, grilled, vegetable
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 55kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Chile Pepper Magazine May/June 2012

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your grill for direct cooking.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add the potatoes and cook until just barely tender.
  • Add the remaining vegetables except for the mushrooms and boil another minute.
  • Transfer to an ice bath to stop the vegetables from cooking.
  • Put all vegetables (including the mushrooms) in a bowl.
  • Drizzle with a bit of oil and add seasoning to taste.
  • Place veggies in grill basket and grill for 15-20 minutes until tender, flipping every 5 minutes.
  • Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 364mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3459IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cajun Fried Mushrooms

I was looking for a little different (and spicier) version of fried mushrooms than you usually get when you order them at your local bar, and boy, I found it. I recently made some beer battered mushrooms, and they were absolutely outstanding. The nice light batter made the mushrooms feel light and airy. The batter on these Cajun fried mushrooms isn’t quite as light, but it has a fantastic (corn meal) crunch to it. And a really nice spicy kick. These are different than the usual fried snacks you get at a restaurant or bar. Good different.

Cajun Fried Mushrooms

The mustardy dipping sauce compliments these Cajun fried mushrooms perfectly, and it also has a bit of kick to it because, well, you need a kick and more kick is better.

If I’m cooking for a crowd, I’ll break out my big deep fryer. But, if it’s just the two of us, I’ll fire up my Fry Daddy fryer. It’s the perfect size for both of us. It fries everything perfectly. And as an added bonus, it doesn’t use a lot of oil, which saves me money.

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Zatarain’s Creole mustard is a staple in our house. We go thru it like it’s going out of style.

Zatarain's Creole Mustard, 12 oz
Zatarain’s Creole Mustard, 12 oz

Also try my beer-battered fried mushrooms. They’re yummy too!

Cajun Fried Mushrooms
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Cajun Fried Mushrooms

I was looking for a little different (and spicier) version of fried mushrooms than you usually get when you order them at your local bar, and boy, I found it. 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, deep-fried, mushroom
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 752kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

For the mushrooms

For the dipping sauce

Instructions

For the mushrooms

  • Mix flour, corn meal, salt, white pepper, and cayenne in a large bowl.
  • In another large bowl, whisk the egg with the milk and mustard.
  • Add 1/4 cup of the dry mixture to the egg mixture and whisk.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer to 350 F.
  • Add mushrooms to egg mixture and stir to coat.
  • Shake off excess coating and remove to the dry mixture.
  • Shake off excess coating and fry until golden brown.
  • Serve hot with dipping sauce.

For the dipping sauce

  • Whisk together all ingredients. Refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 752kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 1123mg | Potassium: 709mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 381IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Brisket with Cajun Brown Gravy

This slow-cooked brisket with Cajun brown gravy came out absolutely fantastic.Sure, it’s tender and juicy, but it’s the flavor… perfectly meaty with the sweetness from the onions and peppers and a kick from jalapeno. And there’s plenty of Cajun-flavored gravy for sopping, so bring some bread to the party. This is comfort food at its best.

Brisket with Cajun Brown Gravy

I really, really liked this brisket with Cajun brown gravy over Texas toast, topped with crispy onion rings. The crunch of the rings contrasted well with the tender beef, while the bread got all covered in gravy and, man, it was good. You could also use French fried onions or nice and crispy French fries.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this brisket and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

Also try my slow cooker BBQ beef.

Inspired by a recipe from Louisiana Kitchen and Culture magazine.

Brisket with Cajun Brown Gravy
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Brisket with Cajun Brown Gravy

This slow-cooked brisket with Cajun brown gravy came out absolutely fantastic. Sure, it’s tender and juicy, but it’s the flavor… perfectly meaty with the sweetness from the onions and peppers and a kick from jalapeno.
Course Main
Cuisine Cajun
Keyword brisket, gravy
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 550kcal
Author From Louisiana Kitchen and Culture magazine

Ingredients

  • 6 pound beef brisket trimmed, cut into 2-3 pieces
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil + 3 tablespoons, plus more if needed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ quarts beef broth
  • 2 large white onions chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 jalapenos seeded, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 bay leaves
  • rice white bread, onion rings.. whatever you like for serving and sopping

Instructions

  • Brown the brisket on all sides in a Dutch oven. Remove.
  • Heat 1/4 cup oil in Dutch over medium heat.
  • Gradually whisk in the flour. Keep whisking until smooth, adding more oil if needed.
  • Cook roux 15-20 minutes or until dark brown, stirring constantly with wooden spoon. Do not burn.
  • Meanwhile, warm the beef broth.
  • Slowly (WARNING: Be very careful! The roux will be very hot and the broth will boil when added. Keep your hands and face away from over the pot) pour the broth into the roux while whisking vigorously to break up any clumps.
  • Bring to boil, reduce to medium low and simmer 20 minutes, skimming away any foam or fat.
  • Scrape bottom to loosen any settled roux.
  • Pour into slow cooker. Set heat on low.
  • Heat 3 additional tablespoons of oil in the Dutch oven over medium-high.
  • Add the onion. Saute 15 minutes.
  • Deglaze with 1-2 tablespoons of water if bottom of pot becomes too brown.
  • Add garlic, bell pepper, jalapenos, and Cajun seasoning. Saute 3 minutes. Pour into slow cooker with broth mix.
  • Add bay leaves, cover and simmer on low for 4-5 hours or until meat starts to fall apart
  • Remove meat to a cutting board and chop as desired. Return to cooker and keep warm until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 61g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 169mg | Sodium: 1098mg | Potassium: 1133mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 421IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 7mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cravin’ Cajun Chicken Wings

Visit my other site, For The Wing, for all things chicken-wing!

I usually make my own sauce when it comes to Cajun-flavored chicken wings. But, for something new I grabbed a bottle of Cravin’ Cajun Wing Sauce from Louisiana Fish Fry Products. Our local grocery store has a number of Cajun-seasoned items. Thankfully. Cravin’ Cajun wing sauce has a nice hot sauce kick to it, sort of like a traditional wing sauce, but with some great southern spice.

Cravin Cajun Wings

So I just made up a batch of wings my usual way, cooking them on the Char-Broil Big Easy for a bit. You can also make them on a grill, smoker, in the oven or in a deep fryer. Then I tossed them in some Cravin’ Cajun sauce and served them with Ranch dipping sauce. Easy. Great.

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Want a really great way to cook up a huge batch of kickin’ good chicken nuggets? Just heat your favorite frozen pre-cooked nuggets as the package says, then put them in a large bowl. Pour on the Cravin’ Cajun sauce and toss to coat. Perfect for a huge party and down-right absolutely delicious!

I’m a big fan of Cajun-flavored or Cajun-inspired wings. Try my Cajun honey lime, Cajun wings with dipping sauce, and my Cajun Bay (a fantastic mix of Cajun and Old Bay seasonings!) wings.

I absolutely love chicken wings, cooked any way, with any sauce (or without). I love them so much that I created a free eCookbook that is full of my favorite wing recipes.

Cravin Cajun Wings
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Cravin’ Cajun Chicken Wings

Cravin’ Cajun wing sauce has a nice hot sauce kick to it, sort of like a traditional wing sauce, but with some great southern spice.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, wings
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 272kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 89mg | Potassium: 191mg | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Cajun Mashed Potatoes

Truth be told, I’d be happy at Thanksgiving or Christmas with just a big ole plate (or bowl… I’d prefer a bowl) of Cajun mashed potatoes topped with roasted turkey gravy, with a side of good ole fashioned dressing. Oh sure, I love (and make) a great turkey. And all the other dishes that make up a big holiday meal, but these potatoes… They are something special. Oh so buttery and creamy, with just a little kick to them… just enough to make them incredible.

Cajun Mashed Potatoes

These Cajun mashed potatoes are well worth the extra time you might have to spend at the gym after eating them. I mean, heck, this isn’t the light version of this dish. This isn’t the time for the light version. We’re going for the gusto here. These are the mashed potato big leagues!

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make these potatoes and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Also try my Cajun-style smothered cabbage and Creole roasted potatoes.

Cajun Mashed Potatoes
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Cajun Mashed Potatoes

Truth be told, I’d be happy at Thanksgiving or Christmas with just a big ole plate (or bowl… I’d prefer a bowl) of Cajun mashed potatoes topped with roasted turkey gravy, with a side of good ole fashioned dressing.
Course Side
Cuisine American
Keyword Cajun, mashed potatoes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 351kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Ree Drummond

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add the potatoes. I prefer to not skin or chop my potatoes first. Just throw (er.. lower gently) the entire potatoes into the pot. If you don’t like the skins, remove them first.
  • Boil potatoes until fork tender (test the larger ones), 20-25 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and drain well.
  • Return potatoes to the pot (off the heat) and mash with a potato masher (or use a hand-held blender).
  • Add remaining ingredients and mash until well combined and smooth.
  • Serve hot with warmed gravy. When reheating (if you have any leftovers), you may have to add a bit more cream (or milk) to get the right consistency.

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 830mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1055IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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