Mémère’s Country Creole Cookbook showcases regional dishes and cooking styles associated with the “German Coast,” a part of southeastern Louisiana located along the Mississippi River north of New Orleans. This rural community, originally settled by German and French immigrants, produced a vibrant cuisine comprised of classic New Orleans Creole dishes that also feature rustic Cajun flavors and ingredients. A native and longtime resident of the German Coast, Nancy Tregre Wilson focuses on foods she learned to cook in the kitchens of her great-grandmother (Mémère), her Cajun French grandmother (Mam Papaul), and her own mother. Each instilled in Wilson a passion for the flavors and traditions that define this distinct Cajun Creole cuisine. Sharing family recipes as well as those collected from neighbors and friends, Wilson adds personal anecdotes and cooking tips to ensure others can enjoy the specialty dishes of this region. The book features over two hundred recipes, including dishes like crab-stuffed shrimp, panéed meat with white gravy, red bean gumbo, and mirliton salad, as well as some of the area’s staple dishes, such as butterbeans with shrimp, galettes (flattened, fried bread squares), tea cakes, and “l’il coconut pies.” Wilson also offers details of traditional rituals like her family’s annual November boucherie and the process for preparing foods common in early-twentieth-century Louisiana but rarely served today, such as pig tails and blood boudin. Pairing historic recipes with Wilson’s memories of life on the German Coast, Mémère’s Country Creole Cookbook documents the culture and cuisine of an often-overlooked part of the South.

"More than 250 authentic Cajun and Creole recipes and memories from a Louisiana native"--Page 4 of cover

Hundreds of enticing recipes: soups and gumbos, seafoods, meats, rice dishes and jambalayas, cakes and pastries, fruit drinks, French breads, many other delectable dishes. Explanations of traditional French manner of preparations.

Bienvenu to the quintessential Cajun country cookbook. Dubbed the "Queen of Cajun Cooking," Chef Marcelle Bienvenu provides recipes for every season in this well deserved reimagining of the classic Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux?. Praised by The New York Times as "...having what might be the best-named cookbook in America," Marcelle honors the authentic cuisine and culture of South Louisiana. The lovingly curated family recipes, accumulated over decades, appear alongside hilarious stories of life on the bayou. Featuring a new layout including photographs of recipes, tablescapes, and more by Randy Krause Schmidt set in the Spanish moss-laden Bayou Têche, Who's Your Mama, Are You Catholic, and Can You Make A Roux? will inspire enthusiasts of Cajun and Creole cuisine with Marcelle's enduring passion for great food and storytelling.

Featuring totally traditional and authentic Cajun recipes straight from Louisiana's bayou country, collected and produced by a member of a second-generation Louisiana publishing family, this collection provides the true Cajun experience. 20+ photos.

From Louisiana to your table with love—50 authentic Cajun and Creole recipes Welcome to the perfect way to start cooking up sweet and savory Southern flavors in a flash. The Easy Creole and Cajun Cookbook makes it quick, easy, and affordable to spice up mealtime anytime with lots of crowd-pleasing one-pot and 30-minute options. From authentic Shrimp, Sausage, and Grits to aromatic Crawfish Bisque, this complete Creole and Cajun cookbook delivers everything you need to get started simmering up these timeless and tasty family favorites at home. Get expert tips on how to stock your pantry, must-have kitchen appliances, and how to create and use local seasonings like the magical Cajun Trinity of fresh onions, celery, and bell pepper. Bon appetit! The Easy Creole and Cajun Cookbook features: 50 Classic and creative recipes—Discover lots of delicious Cajun and Creole dishes you can make and serve in minutes. Simple ingredients—The recipes found in this Creole and Cajun cookbook use easy-to-find ingredients, and there are even substitution tips if you want to experiment a bit. Essential extras—Get quick, easy recipes and storage tips for regional cooking bases, including roux, stock, and seasoning blends. It's simple to serve up some home-cooked Southern fare with flair with The Easy Creole and Cajun Cookbook.