Mardi Gras Celebrations

February 23, 2009 By Andrea 3 Comments

Tuesday is Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, and we have a few suggestions to help you make a Cajun or Creole style celebration.

Emeril’s Jambalaya with Chicken, Shrimp, Andouille, and Ham, no tomatoes.

Rachel Ray’s jambalaya with tomatoes.

Emeril’s Chicken and Smoked Sausage Gumbo.

For a traditional Mardi Gras dessert, try a cream cheese and fruit King Cake, or fill it with pecans. Add the traditional gold, purple, and green colors and you have a beautiful festive cake.

If you are looking for something a little easier, try this Mardi Gras Cream Cheese Pound Cake with Bourbon and Pecans. The bourbon just adds a touch of flavor, and you can decorate it like a king cake for a festive presentation.

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Kristen says:

February 24, 2009 at 1:24 pm

I love how you decorated your cake! Very colorful and festive.

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MyKitchenInHalfCups says:

February 24, 2009 at 1:58 pm

Ooooo what a fat tuesday mealtime that would be!!
Gorgeous cakes!

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Lydia (The Perfect Pantry) says:

February 24, 2009 at 7:03 pm

I love love love jambalaya, and this post has give me a serious craving! One thing I’ve never made, though, is a King Cake. Maybe this is the year to try one.

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