At the risk of jinxing us, spring has finally arrived. Or, at least it is on its way. (The last time I said it out loud, we had a snowstorm the next day). The grass is green and getting longer every ...

Having not grown up in the “Who Dat” Nation,” otherwise known as New Orleans, my first encounter with the classic Creole dish dirty rice was in my teenage years at one of those Louisiana-themed ...

Chef Isaac Toups is joining TODAY Food to share of a few of his favorite traditional Cajun recipes from his new cookbook "Chasing the Gator: Isaac Toups and the New Cajun Cooking." He shows us how to ...

Dirty rice Total time: About 1 hour, plus chilling time Servings: Makes 4 to 5 cups Note: Adapted from “Chef Paul Prudhomme’s Louisiana Kitchen.” 2 teaspoons ground red pepper (preferably cayenne) 1 1 ...

In honor of Mardi Gras, which officially began on Jan. 6, I am bringing you classic Southern comfort food at its finest. Dirty Rice is a delicious blend of Cajun spices, vegetables, rice, sausage, and ...

A Louisiana favorite, our version of this spicy dish uses whole-grain Wehani rice. Long-grain brown rice also works. Traditionally made with chicken liver, which gives it a “dirty” color, we use ...

Rice doesn't always get the love it deserves as an easy, pantry friendly, versatile base for weeknight dinners. That's not for no reason—rice makes an excellent side when simply cooked in a rice ...

Instructions: In a large, heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium-low heat and sauté green bell peppers, celery, green onion and white onion for 20 minutes, until translucent. Add ground beef, chicken ...

Ground beef and rice are a classic pairing for good reason—they’re budget-friendly, filling, and incredibly versatile. You can turn them into casseroles, soups, skillet meals, or bowls. They work with ...