Regional American recipes Archives - Caroline's Cooking

Crawfish etouffee

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 12:44:56 +0000

Crawfish etouffee is a classic Louisiana dish - this version is a little lighter than some but still full of the fantastic classic flavors. A comforting seafood stew, it's a delicious dinner whether as part of Mardi Gras celebrations or any time. At this time of year in particular, comfort foods are often top of the...

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Concord grape jam

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Homemade Concord grape jam is so much better than anything you can buy but is packed with that familiar almost fragrant flavor. This jam is wonderfully sweet, with a touch of tartness, smooth and spreadable, with no added pectin. It's perfect in a PB&J sandwich, on toast, in cakes, with cheese and so much more. I...

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Creole jambalaya

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Jambalaya is a classic Louisiana rice dish, packed with lots of wonderful flavors. With chicken, shrimp, andouille sausage and plenty colorful veg, this Creole jambalaya is a flavorful, comforting meal. You would maybe think that as someone who lived in Spain and has tried paella in pretty much all it's forms there (such as fideua...

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Anadama bread

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Anadama bread is a classic New England yeast bread made with molasses and cornmeal. It's gently sweet, relatively dense but soft and tender and with a lovely rounded flavor. It's great for making sandwiches, dipping in soup or simply snacking on (especially with a smear of butter). I first had anadama bread many years ago...

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California roll

Fri, 15 May 2020 10:00:27 +0000

If you're a sushi fan, you'll be glad to hear that this California roll recipe is easy to make and tastes delicious. Perfect for lunch or parties, you'll be happily skipping the takeout. If you're a regular here, you might have seen when I shared my pickled ginger recipe that the kids have become pretty...

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Pan de Mallorca (Puerto Rican sweet rolls)

Mon, 13 Jan 2020 11:00:53 +0000

Pan de Mallorca are an egg-rich but light-textured, gently sweet bread roll from Puerto Rico. They're easy to recognize, coiled up and dusted with sugar, and make a delicious breakfast or snack. For a few years now my elder son has had a week's break in February from school. It has always felt a bit...

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Salmon poke bowl

Thu, 16 May 2019 10:30:00 +0000

If you're a fan of healthy, fresh ingredients and quick meals, this salmon poke bowl is perfect for you! So easy to make, it comes together in no time and has so many possibilities to customize. I'll admit, I've been sucked into a trend. Since my youngest started preschool a few months ago, the mornings...

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Shrimp creole

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 10:30:44 +0000

Shrimp Creole is a classic Louisiana dish that's quick & easy to make, and packed with flavor. Spice it up or down, these are flavors you're sure to love. We've had a bit of a wonderful development in the last few months in our house. After my eldest son initially ate a few different fish,...

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Vegetarian breakfast burrito

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 10:00:48 +0000

Easy to make and with a tasty mix of ingredients, this vegetarian breakfast burrito is a great way to get your day off to a good start. I'm not really sure why but I was never aware of breakfast burritos until I moved to the US. It probably has a bit to do with the...

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Individual Dutch baby pancake with berries and maple yogurt

Fri, 24 Feb 2017 12:00:53 +0000

Healthy enough for breakfast, sweet enough for dessert, this individual Dutch baby pancake with berries & maple yogurt is easy & delicious. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. Until our latest phase of banana oatmeal for breakfast pretty much every day, pancakes...

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Oysters Rockefeller

Sun, 12 Feb 2017 11:00:19 +0000

Oysters Rockefeller are a classic New Orleans appetizer with a tasty topping baked over oysters in their shell. Here they're lightened up but packed with flavor. The last couple of years, Mardi Gras/Carnival has crept up on me and before I know it, it's been and gone. Then I realize I haven't managed to look into...

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New England style stuffed clams

Sun, 24 Apr 2016 10:30:14 +0000

New England style stuffed clams are a delicious appetizer made with steamed clams & seasoned buttered breadcrumbs, baked until crisp on top but moist within. One of the great things for me about having lived in a few different places, and traveling, is trying different foods and in particular the regional specialties. Sometimes they are everywhere,...

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Tex Mex migas

Sun, 20 Mar 2016 10:30:49 +0000

Tex Mex migas are a delicious, easy dish made with eggs, corn tortillas, cheese & salsa ingredients, here freshened up with cilantro, black beans & peppers. Comforting and perfect for brunch. This post may contain affiliate links, where we earn from qualifying purchases. See more details in the policy page. I don't know about you,...

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