These recipes make any day a party, whether you're whipping up New Orleans classics like shrimp étouffée or an unexpected mash-up like warm gumbo dip. No collection of Mardi Gras recipes would be complete without sweets, like our Praline-Cream Cheese King Cake or King Cake Beignets. Take a look through our recipes for best Fat Tuesday recipes From the Recipe Creator: I make a soup every year for Mardi Gras. I came up with this recipe because I wanted to use lots of vegetables to keep it healthy, but wanted it to be interesting. My wife suggested adding the andouille and now it’s one of my favorite Mardi Gras recipes. —Steven Thurner, Janesville, Wisconsin Best of the Best Mardi Gras Brunch and Party Foods Menu Ideas all from Deep South Dish blog. Milk Punch, Grillades & Grits, Eggs in Purgatory, Homemade Pistolettes, Hot Crab Bread, Crab Martinis, Cajun Potato Salad, Shrimp & Bow Tie Pasta Salad, New Orleans BBQ Shrimp, Crabcakes, Muffulettas, Hot Roast Beef Po’boys, Boulettes, Natchitoches Meat Pies, Maque Choux, Crawfish Monica Let the good times roll (laissez les bon temps rouler) with this ultimate collection of 27 Traditional and Classic Mardi Gras Recipes and Menu Ideas for 2025!. From Cajun and Creole-inspired dishes to iconic New Orleans favorites, these recipes are perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday whether you’re soaking up the festivities in New Orleans or bringing the party to your own home. Carnivals and parades abound during Mardi Gras season, from Epiphany until Fat Tuesday. Seas of purple, gold, and green (symbolizing justice, power, and faith) can be seen everywhere. Mardi Gras Parade Krewes select their kings of Mardi Gras and put on elaborate float parades in their communities. New Orleans is known for wild parties, beautiful architecture and some of the most flavorful food in the country. From shrimp to sausage to beignets, here is our list of New Orleans recipes perfect for a Mardi Gras party or any other time you want to let the good times roll. These recipes are great for the Mardi Gras season and beyond. True, these are the best recipes for celebrating the Mardi Gras season—but these simple and reliable recipes for New Orleans classics like gumbo, étouffée, po' boys, jambalaya, and Bananas Foster are perfect for any Tuesday of the year (not just Fat Tuesday). Celebrate Fat Tuesday and Mardi Gras with 35 of our favorite recipes, including gumbo, jambalaya, and bananas foster. Don't skip the beignets and bananas foster for dessert. March 4 is Mardi Gras (or Fat Tuesday), the last day of Carnival season just before Lent, which is the 40-day period during which many people spend in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. Naturally If you're looking to get creative with your Mardi Gras foods, try Ree Drummond's twist on Cajun pasta or whip up some Mardi Gras desserts like the spritz cookies that look like mini king cakes. And while Mardi Gras falls on March 4 in 2025, you can also enjoy these delicious New Orleans-inspired dishes for your family dinners all year long. First up, Kardea makes a Cheesy Creole Breakfast Skillet with andouille sausage and shrimp covered in a creamy Creole sauce with a colorful Mardi Gras Salad on the side. See all 3 recipe galleries. Mardi Gras Brunch. 1 of. Frozen Milk Punch . Milk Punch is a classic New Orleans cocktail often served for brunch. This is a great frozen 8. Oysters Rockefeller. Most people know of oysters Rockefeller, but few know the history behind the name. These decadent oysters were so rich, the chef named them after the richest person alive at the time. A Festive Breakfast to Start the Day. Mardi Gras morning calls for a breakfast spread that is as indulgent as the day itself. Starting with a decadent breakfast sets the tone for a day of celebration. A classic Mardi Gras breakfast is all about rich flavors, bold colors, and Southern charm. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a skillet brown the sausage, breaking it up while stirring. Transfer it to a plate and set aside. To the sausage grease add the potatoes and cook them until they are soft. Despite the longest name in the history of pop tarts, today’s Mardi Gras Pecan Praline Cream Cheese Pop Tarts are the EASIEST thing you might ever make. They are perfect for celebrating Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday and boy are they happy, happy, happy. I filled them with my favorite King Cake filling, a pecan 6. Mardi Gras Muffuletta. While most Mardi Gras fare has French-Creole roots, this Italian sandwich is Mardi Gras approved. It’s savory, filling, and sure to help mitigate a night of drinki *ahem* festivities. This Mardi Gras recipe brings the best of New Orleans cuisine with minimal prep and clean-up. Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Shrimp and Andouille Sausage. New Orleans Brandy Milk Punch for Mardi Gras New Orleans Brandy Milk Punch for Mardi Gras. Photo credit: xoxoBella. 6. Cajun Chicken Alfredo Pasta. Cajun chicken Alfredo pasta is rich, creamy, and comforting with a bold, spicy kick! Picture this: tender, blackened chicken piled high on a bed of velvety Alfredo-coated pasta, all seasoned with just the right amount of Cajun spice to keep things exciting. Spice up your Mardi Gras with these 32 New Orleans-inspired recipes, from jambalaya to beignets—flavorful, festive, and perfect for any celebration! Bring the bold flavors of the Big Easy to your kitchen with these 32 New Orleans-inspired recipes that’ll make your Mardi Gras feast unforgettable!
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