Red beans and rice is a classic Lousiana dish that's popular on Monday in both Cajun and Creole cuisines. But just why is it ...

New Orleans is known for good food, and lots of it. No trip to the Crescent City would be complete without a taste of gumbo or jambalaya, or a big bite out of a po’boy or muffuletta sandwich. Still, ...

If you have any ties to New Orleans, you probably already know the tradition of eating red beans and rice on Mondays. This centuries-old tradition—one of the great Louisiana recipes that my New ...

All Creole cuisine packs a flavor punch that keeps you coming back for more, but red beans and rice are in a league all its own when it comes to Louisiana food staples. Most of the heavy lifting in ...