Just as its name suggests, Fat Tuesday is a day synonymous with indulging in all sorts of flavorsome feasts. In New Orleans, you’ll find Mardi Gras plates piled high with decadent Cajun and Creole dishes, and more than anyone’s fair share of sweets. Yes, we know it’s not exactly the healthiest way to eat, but it’s only one day and with recipes this good, you’ve got to indulge at least a little.
Caramelized Banana Pancakes
Pancakes are a breakfast staple of Fat Tuesday and this recipe is as deliciously decadent as they come. Calling for a full stick of butter, loads of maple syrup, and crunchy pecans, build your stack as high as you can and top to your heart’s content.
Shrimp Chowder
This rich, easy-to-make seafood chowder requires basically no prep time thanks to the fact that it smartly using canned soups as its base. Serve with a tray of hushpuppies—and a tall glass of chardonnay—for a simple yet satisfying Fat Tuesday feast.
Crawfish Fettuccini
Fat Tuesday is as good a reason as any to carb-load—as is this recipe for crawfish fettuccini. Fork into buttery bites of peppers, onions, and crawfish all smothered in a rich and creamy cheese sauce that even the kids will love.
Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
No Mardi Gras celebration is complete without a big ole bowl of jambalaya—the traditional Creole dish of rice, sausage, tomatoes, and spices. This recipe combines flavor-packed chicken thighs and smoked sausage with diced peppers, onions, and celery, and a hearty dose of spices.
Bourbon-Pecan Pralines
Butter, brown sugar, and bourbon—what’s not to love about these pralines?! A sweet staple across New Orleans, we love this recipe’s spirited punch of a good glug of bourbon—seems the perfect finale for any Fat Tuesday celebration.
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