CAKE MIX CINNAMON ROLLS

I got this recipe from my mom years ago. She got it from a friend that owned a small diner in Louisiana. I remember them being good, but apparently I forgot just how good they are! After years of this recipe sitting in my files, I finally made them for my family and they are … Read more

Mini Louisiana Natchitoches Meat Pies

Ingredients Ingredients Filling 1 1/2 lbs ground beef 1 1/2 lbs ground sausage hot 1 C chopped green onions all of the onion 1 Tbsp salt 1 tsp. coarse black pepper 1 tsp. red pepper 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/3 C all purpose flour Crust (double the recipe to match the filling) 2 1/2 C self-rising flour 1/3 C heaping shortening 1 egg beaten 3/4 C milk Instructions Directions Filling Combine beef and sausage, onions, and seasoning in skillet and … Read more

Classic Louisiana Pralines

Ingredients 3 cups brown sugar, firmly packed 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 stick real salted butter (4 tablespoons) 3 cups pecan halves, rough chopped 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Instructions Combine brown sugar, cream, corn syrup and salt in a large sauce pan. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, stirring regularly. Add butter and let mixture low boil while stirring for 5-6 minutes … Read more