Dreaming of NOLA and a Mardi Gras Menu

Last summer, we celebrated our five-year anniversary wandering the streets of New Orleans.  It was my first trip to the Crescent City, and it was completely enchanting.  The beautiful streets, the art, the music, and the food was all everyone said it would be, and more.  I do hope we are able to visit again.  

If you are like me, and will not be making it to New Orleans or Mobile for Mardi Gras, we can at least dream, and cook, like we are!  Here are my suggestions for a delicious Fat Tuesday feast.  

Mardi Gras Feast:

Shrimp and Sausage Gumbo

Mixed Green Salad with Pecans, Goat Cheese and Fruit

Cornbread

Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce

Some other main dish suggestions are:

Red Beans and Rice

Creole Shrimp and Grits

Roasted Shrimp Po'Boys

Crawfish Etouffee (Stay Tuned)

Louisiana Shrimp and Andouille over Grits

Enjoy, and Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler!