Roux (pronounced somewhat like the English word “rue”) is a mixture of flour and fat which is typically butter, margarine, or vegetable oil and is used as a thickening agent in sauces, stews, gravies, soups, and other culinary preparations. In some cases the fat used in making a roux can be in the form of lard or […]
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Roux
June 12th, 2008 · 2 Comments
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Potato Salad ~ Momom Boudreaux Style
June 9th, 2008 · Comments Off on Potato Salad ~ Momom Boudreaux Style
On a recent trip back to New Orleans last month I decided it was time to capture and document some of the ole family recipes which were a part of the traditional fare during holiday reunions. My late grandmother Sadie Boudreaux, more affectionately known as Momom made a great potato salad and was always a […]
Tags: Food · Heritage · Recipes · Salads · Traditions
Boiled Crawfish
June 3rd, 2008 · Comments Off on Boiled Crawfish
One of the favorite past times of New Orleans natives and Louisiana folks is to throw a crawfish or seafood boil. And this typically means that you are inviting a few close friends and family over to share in the occasion, a seafood boil is more than just eating some crawfish, crabs, or shrimp, and […]
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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.
