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It’s Fat Monday, oh you will! Lundi Gras (French for Fat Monday) amps up the Mardi Gras holiday with a full schedule of parades, balls, and of course, the Courir de Mardi Gras—a rustic Cajun celebration before the onset of Lent. The smoked chicken and sausage gumbo is worth begging for. (All photos: George Graham) Pierce the cabochon (a ceremonial cone-shaped hat), put on a colorful mask, and sip on your favorite beer—it’s time to start begging. Explanation required? Courier is my favorite of all the Mardi Gras customs seen all over Acadiana. Colorfully dressed Mardi Gras revelers beg for

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Ranch is usually made with a mixture of yogurt, garlic, mustard, and herbs. This gives it a creamy yet tangy taste that goes with just about anything. But is ranch keto? This post will walk you through everything you need to know about eating ranch on keto. We’ll take a look at some keto alternatives and a delicious farmhouse recipe while answering frequently asked questions. Is ranch sauce bad for weight loss? If you want to lose weight, store-bought ranch is not suitable because it contains added sugars and other high-calorie additives. This will take you back to weight loss

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Just last week I was telling a good friend that I had plans to make shrimp and okra this weekend. Without hesitation, she asked, “Cajun gumbo or Creole gumbo?” Oh, here I am again. After a 10-minute explanation, I saw my friend regret even asking the question. But it is a difficult subject, and one in which the highest level of scientific study has been involved. If you have a little ten minutes to be ashamed of, pour another cup of coffee and hear me out. Shrimp and okra gumbo blends the best of Cajun and Creole cooking into one

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When I started the ketogenic lifestyle, desserts rarely tasted like the sugary sweets I was used to, and coconut flour ruined the texture. This is why so many wheat flour substitutes are flooding the market, promising perfect desserts. One such substitute is cassava flour. It works like regular flour and has no aftertaste. But is cassava flour keto? Below, I will answer all of your questions about cassava flour. I’ll cover the carb content and nutritional information while looking at some of the low-carb alternatives. Is cassava flour keto-friendly? Cassava flour is not keto-friendly because one cup contains 110 grams

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The scent of fresh greens (cabbage, spinach, chard, and kale, to name a few) simmering on the stove. And with just one bowl of Gumbo Z’herbes filled with roux, you’re praying for a second helping. Steaming bowl by Gumbo Z’herbes (All photos: George Graham) As in most culinary cultures, religion has an influence on Southern Louisiana dishes with gumbo z’herbes as an example. In the predominantly Catholic region of Acadiana, meat is consumed in moderation during the fasting season leading up to Easter, and “herb gumbo” has become a substitute commonly served on Good Friday. African callaloo and French herb

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These days, home cooks are moving towards dishes that are fresh, light, and healthy. However, Louisiana cooks don’t always follow conventional wisdom. At this time of year, you’re likely to see an etouffee, or plate of steak, rice, and gravy, on the dinner table. But with Cream of Cauliflower Soup, you can have it all. Cauliflower is the new potato in healthy cauliflower soup. (All photos: George Graham) My wife is an advocate of healthy eating. The brilliance of her natural, whole foods lifestyle is in substituting ingredients that some Cajun home cooking traditionalists might consider unconventional. Natural and fresh

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46 percent of people cheat on the keto diet, and many of them don’t even know they’re cheating. And who can blame them? I’ve been on keto for over seven years and sometimes I’m not 100 percent sure if something is keto or not. So if you’re wondering, “How many carbs are in asparagus?” Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Below, we’ll take a look at everything you need to know about whether you can eat asparagus on keto, while reviewing some delicious recipes. Is asparagus keto? With only 2.5 grams of carbs per 1/2 cup serving, asparagus is keto-friendly.

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We all know that bananas and other high-carb fruits can easily kick you out of ketosis. But are plantains keto? In this guide, I will answer all your questions about eating bananas on the keto diet. I will also look at low carb alternatives and answer some frequently asked questions. Can you eat plantain on a ketogenic diet? One serving of banana contains 57 grams of carbohydrates. You want to limit carbs to between 20g and 50g per day on a keto diet, which makes plantains an impractical choice. Eating just one banana will get you out of ketosis. But

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Warm butternut squash soup, okra, and lamb tenderloin offer Southern flavors, and when topped with rosemary cornbread, it’s a filling dish. It showcases lamb, an ingredient not often seen on Southern tables. Spotted bean soup, okra, and lamb become Southern classics in this hearty recipe. (All photos: George Graham) For far too long, Cajuns have been lost. Beef, pork, and chicken were on the grocery list, but lamb was always low in the meat category. I’m out to change that with this butter-spotted okra-and-lamb soup recipe. When I saw butternut squash beans at the local produce market, a recipe started

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The Dutch Brothers Company has Wide range of drinks From cold brewed coffee to tea and drinks like energizer slushies. that it A joint similar to Starbucks or Dunkin’ Donutsexcept that they don’t have any food – instead, Their main focus is coffee. What about keto options from Dutch Bros? Are there any sugar-free keto drinks that you can enjoy on the go? While they do not have a keto drink menu, There are several options you can choose from And either order the sugar-free version or customize it to your liking. A little about the Dutch brothers Dutch Bros.