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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 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 Hosting a Mardi Gras party? Then you probably need some ideas for Mardi Gras food! Well, you're in luck, because we're rollin' out our favorite New Orleans Mardi Gras recipes. You'll love these tasty takes on some favorite, traditional Mardi Gras recipes. From hearty gumbo recipes, all the way to deep-fried beignets, this collection of festive food is sure to get you in the N'awlins spirit Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced; 1 onion, chopped; 1 bell pepper, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped 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. Chef John created this recipe to celebrate the Fourth of July. But he'll tell you, it's actually a thinly disguised shrimp po' boy sandwich. "I decided to do an extra spicy version, and give it a 4th of July-friendly name, but the soul of the sandwich is the same, and features an insanely great combination of hot, crunchy shrimp, and cold Cajun Chicken Pasta Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook. Make One-Pan Cajun Chicken Pasta in just 30 minutes. It’s a quick, creamy, spicy dish with easy cleanup. The gooey, delicious combination of ground beef, onions, cream of mushroom soup, and Tony Chachere’s Original Creole Seasoning makes this the perfect all-in-one entree to serve up for a large Mardi Gras crowd. Mouthwatering, easy, filled with rich flavor, and quick to the table, this Kickin Creole Tater Tot Casserole is a perfect option for a 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. 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. 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. Copycat Red Lobster Coconut Shrimp. Applebee’s Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe. Buffalo Chicken Dip (3 Easy Methods) Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls. Cream Cheese Sausage Balls (Easy Recipe) Sausage Cream Cheese Crescent Rolls. Million-Dollar Dip Recipe. Crab Rangoon Dip. Texas Trash Dip (Easy Mexican Bean Dip) It's the perfect Mardi Gras side or main, combining hearty ingredients in a single pot for easy cooking and cleanup. Get the Recipe: One Pot Cajun Rice. Air Fryer Catfish Air Fryer Catfish. Photo credit: Everyday Family Cooking. Air fryer catfish is crispy and tender without the need for breading. This quick and easy recipe brings the flavors This recipe originated in Mobile, Alabama, the city where Mardi Gras began. A sweet and sour vinaigrette brings out the crab’s natural sweetness. If you’re using fresh lump crab straight from the shell, you can spread the crabmeat on a baking sheet and broil for 45 seconds, any remaining shells will turn orange for easy removal. One of the best things about Mardi Gras appetizers is their blend of textures and flavors—crispy, creamy, smoky, and spicy, all at once! Traditional Cajun and Creole influences shine through, with bold seasonings and hearty ingredients making each bite memorable. Make the icing and decorate. While the cake is cooling, combine the confectioner’s sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a medium mixing bowl. Beat for one minute using an electric mixer. Quick and Easy Vegetable Jambalaya. We’re using a flavorful shortcut in the form of Jambalaya Rice Mix to make my quick and easy 4-ingredient vegetable jambalaya recipe. It’s bursting with those quintessential Jambalaya spices that we know and love. Divide frosting evenly between 4 bowls. Stir 1 tablespoon of milk into each bowl to thin frosting. Use frosting in one bowl to drizzle over cooled cake. What Are Traditional Mardi Gras Foods? Mardi Gras foods are all about rich, comforting, and flavorful Southern dishes that bring people together. Classic New Orleans favorites include red beans and rice, crawfish étouffée, jambalaya, and gumbo—all packed with bold Creole and Cajun spices. Easy King Cake “This Easy King Cake is a Mardi Gras dessert or breakfast and it’s a twist on our family’s favorite Cream Cheese Tea Roll. The king cake is decorated with bold yellow, green and purple sugars, the colors of Mardi Gras, and filled with sweetened cream cheese before baking.” Get the Easy King Cake recipe >>
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