In a southern mood today....
- Jonathan Sindler
- Jan 22, 2022
- 1 min read
Several years ago, we took a cooking class at the New Orleans School of Cooking. Needless to say, there is not enough room in the blog for me to convey just how amazing the experience was and my mouth still waters anytime I think about it! They taught us how to make authentic Gumbo, Shrimp and Grits, and Bananas Foster (I HATE bananas yet I could not shovel them into my mouth fast enough). And did I mention the free flowing red wine, white wine, and beer? Worth every penny if you ever visit New Orleans!
But I digress....today I wanted to try to make a few southern dishes of my own - Shrimp Etouffee and Cheddar Confetti Corn Bread. And need I say how good they were?
When I served lunch today, the first 2 comments at the table were:
Well this doesn't suck (Matt).
This deserves wine (Randy).
Two of the highest compliments I can receive in this house.
Feeling the pride.
Ready to go.
Fresh out of the oven.
As good as a restaurant!
Up next, about to start dinner and I'll give you a hint - it takes comfort food to a WHOLE NEW LEVEL. More later.
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