Making Roux

A nutty-flavored thickener used in gumbo and several other New Orleans–style dishes.

cornered the chef at our favorite restaurant and asked about storing a pre-made roux. He said “of course”. My wife thought that this was total heresy as we were taught how to make roux, at the NOLA School of Cooking,...

Chicken and Andouille Gumbo

Smoky sausage and chicken star in this classic.

Shrimp and Okra Gumbo with Tasso

A seafood and ham gumbo that’s thickened with okra.

Gumbo Z'herbes

This vegetarian gumbo loaded with cooking greens is a New Orleans classic.

Jazz Standard

Gumbo is the ultimate improvisational dish.

Roast Turkey with Creamy Herbed Gravy

Herbed butter under the skin creates a luscious bird.

Bacon-Wrapped Turkey with Pear Cider Gravy

Bacon keeps the turkey moist while pears sweeten it up.

Fried Turkey with Southern Rub

Our rub-and-fry keeps the turkey from getting dry.

The Basics: How to Make Turkey Gravy

Possibly the best part of Thanksgiving.

Southern Seder

A Passover menu with Southern flair.

Your Sassafras Has Been Neutered

Sassafras contains safrole, a believed carcinogen — so it’s unlikely that you’ll find any in your root beer.

Singled Out

The dos and don’ts of inviting unattached guests to your parties.

The Conference You Wish You Went To

A report from Tales of the tail.

Second Careers in Food ... that Failed

Highway of sorrow paved with brioche.