Mirepoix is one of the classic French preparation ingredients found in many classic dishes and still used today. The traditional mirepoix contains onions, celery and carrots, and in a ratio of 2 parts onions, 1 part celery and 1 part carrots, and it is used in the making of stocks, soups, sauces, and stews. Onions, celery […]
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Mirepoix and The Holy Trinity
June 13th, 2008 · 1 Comment
Tags: Cajun · Creole · Ingredients
BBQ Shrimp New Orleans Style
May 30th, 2008 · 13 Comments
This is an easy preparation and only takes about 30 minutes from prep time to sitting at the dinner table. Be sure to have plenty of napkins or even wet towels available to wipe up the sauce from your lips and hands as you peel the delectable shrimps.
Tags: Cajun · Entrees · Recipes · Seafood
Cajun Fais Do-Do
May 12th, 2008 · Comments Off on Cajun Fais Do-Do
If you have ever been to a Fais Do-Do you know you’ll be dancing, and there are always a few folks who will teach you if you don’t know. The Cajun two-step and the Cajun waltz are easy to learn and very popular today, along with the more advanced steps of the Cajun Jitterbug or the Cajun Jig.
Tags: Cajun · Culture · Heritage · Traditions
