Author Archives: Danno

Maque Choux Recipe

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Stuffed Mirliton Recipe

From Nola Cuisine Mirlitons (pronounced MILL-e-tahn) can be commonly found in grocery stores outside of Louisiana under the alias Chayote squash. In south Louisiana however they can be found hanging on vines just about everywhere. They are hard like a … Continue reading

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Andouille Sausage

This is my latest batch of Andouille, I’m very happy with it. I used my recipe for Andouille but I changed my smoking technique a bit. I recently bought a Bradley Smoker, which now gives me the option of cold … Continue reading

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Redfish Courtbouillon

From Nola Cuisine This is the city or Creole version of the great Louisiana Courtbouillons, the other being the Cajun Catfish Courtbouillon (COO-be-yahn). The major difference in my two versions is the absence of a Roux in this one and … Continue reading

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Baby Back Ribs with Turbo Dog Barbecue Sauce

I realize that I’m going to be crucified by all of the hardcore BBQ guys/gals on my cooking method here (feel free to take your shots in the comments section), but I absolutely love the way my ribs come out … Continue reading

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Turbo Dog Barbecue Sauce Recipe

From Nola Cuisine Barbecue Sauce is just one of those things that American outdoor cooks just love to tweak and experiment with, I’m no exception. I like my sauce to be balanced with sweetness and acidity with the appropriate amount … Continue reading

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Barbecue Rub Recipe

From Nola Cuisine This is a great basic barbecue rub for pork, chicken or beef, as well as a great starting point for making other rubs. For instance, to make a southwest rub I would add Ancho Chili powder, Cumin, … Continue reading

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Bread Pudding Recipe

If you’re ever in the neighborhood of Commander’s Palace in the Garden District, you can almost follow your nose to the front door by the aroma of bread pudding which wafts across the neighborhood. I always picture a looney tunes … Continue reading

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Lobster Thermidor Recipe

From Nola Cuisine This is a very old school dish, I know, but my oh, my does it ever taste great. In my book, rich and bubbly, cheesy Thermidor sauce with chunks of lobster is the stuff dreams are made … Continue reading

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Fried Okra Recipe

Fried Okra is sometimes called Southern popcorn, because when you start eating it, you just can’t stop. Try making some as an appetizer at your next gathering to see why. I served mine with a Green Onion Aioli, recipe is … Continue reading

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