27 New Orleans-Inspired Recipes To Make You Feel Like You're At Super Bowl LIX

Pimento cheese is infinitely better when it’s served warm, and a small pepper becomes the perfect vessel for it in this recipe. These are a really good vegetarian alternative to our bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers, so everyone can enjoy them at your game day or party spread.

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Spicy, hearty, and incredibly flavorful, jambalaya is a New Orleans classic for good reason. Its complex flavor is informed by cuisines from around the world—Spanish, West African, and French to name a few. Our recipe combines three proteins and vegetable-packed rice for a flavor-packed dish that will keep you warm if you're not in the South this game day.

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Shrimp & grits are a Southern staple for good reason: the combination of creamy grits and spiced juicy shrimp in a holy trinity-spiked sauce is a match made in heaven. You can eat it for nearly every meal... including as a game day appetizer, thanks to these adorable bites.

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Our shrimp po' boy-inspired burger is a twist on the classic Louisiana sandwiches, pairing cornmeal-crusted shrimp burgers with a tangy, homemade remoulade sauce. The combination of juicy shrimp and Creole seasoning will transport your taste buds straight to New Orleans. Hot tip: make 'em mini and serve them as sliders for game day!

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These mussels will make you rethink if stuffed mushrooms are the only stuffed appetizer you should be making this year. Make your own cornbread or use store-bought—these are so good, no one will mind either way.

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This pizza has the same components as its namesake muffuletta sandwich (with a chewy-crisp crust standing in for the sesame roll!) but is arguably even simpler to make, portion, and serve to a big crowd. Make it for a casual dinner OR a Mardi Gras bash, and watch everyone freak out.

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To complete the journey to fried chicken nirvana, we went through 5 whole chickens, 3 gallons of peanut oil, and over 20 iterations of the recipe. The final result is a simple formula: a seasoned buttermilk brine + a dip in batter + a shake in flour + a dunk into a pot of hot oil = the only fried chicken recipe you'll ever need.

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Hush puppies—or fried balls of savory cornmeal batter—are a welcome addition to any seafood spread or fried food feast. These golden, crispy bites are so easy to make, they're the perfect last-minute appetizer for all your game day festivities.

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This dish expands on what we all love about fettuccine Alfredo, amping it up with the punchy spices and andouille sausage commonly found in Cajun cuisine. If your crowd loves gumbo and jambalaya, this is the recipe you should bring to share this Super Bowl.

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Long before the creation of fried oysters, oysters were considered a poor man’s food because they were so abundant in the waters off the East Coast of the United States. They were first breaded and fried in the Western Hemisphere in the mid-19th century and have since been upgraded with a crispy, crunchy cracker crust. TMYK!

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This isn't your average mac & cheese. Chef Millie Peartree puts an entire layer of pure cheese in between two layers of (already cheesy) macaroni. Game. Changer. Your Super Bowl guests will flip.

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A shrimp boil is a wonderful thing, but not always to easiest to achieve in February. The solution is simple: Throw those same ingredients into the slow cooker and let the machine do the work. This is the kind of hands-off meal that makes game day entertaining a breeze.

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A classic appetizer, deviled eggs bring the party to any event. While they’re fairly simple to make, there are a few ways things can go wrong. If you’re looking for a foolproof method for hard-boiling and filling your deviled eggs, this recipe should be your new go-to.

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Okay, we'll say it: Hot crab dip belongs in the party dip hall of fame. Packed with melty cheese and sweet, tender crab meat, this rich dip may seem extra-fancy, but it's so easy to whip up. It's the perfect last-minute app to throw together with minimal effort and is best served hot straight out of the oven!

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If you’re looking for a boozy treat to get your New Orleans-themed Super Bowl party started, these little bites are calling your name. Made with finely chopped pecans, crushed vanilla wafer cookies, and of course, bourbon, these no-bake cookie truffles highlight the flavor of the bourbon while taming its typical burn.

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If you're looking for the best pulled pork recipe to keep in your back pocket—this is it. Sandwiched between a soft potato bun, piled on top of a baked potato, or even eaten on its own, pulled pork is the versatile must-make dish for any game

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Now synonymous with Cajun and Creole food, remoulade is a cold sauce with French origins that can be used to add flavor to anything from fried foods to your favorite sandwich. Always creamy, tangy, and spicy with a hint of sweetness, this sauce is guaranteed to become a fast favorite.

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The muffuletta was first served at Central Grocery, an Italian deli in Louisiana. Sicilian farmers would stop by the deli in between shifts at the French Market and juggle plates of olives, salumi, and cheese for lunch. To make it easier to eat, the owner decided to slap all the ingredients between two pieces of bread, and the muffuletta was born. The more you know!

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Affectionately known as the “caviar of the South,” pimento cheese has been a Southern party staple since the early 1900s. This soft, creamy spread—loaded with shredded cheddar and spiked with diced pimento peppers and hot sauce—can be served hot or cold and is perfect for spreading on anything from crackers to celery.

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While we understand relying on frozen chicken or takeout, there’s something extra special about making chicken strips homemade. Make some homemade fries to go along with these strips and serve with ranch dressing, honey mustard, or ketchup (or Chick-fil-A sauce, anyone?), and you’ve got an upgraded classic on your hands that everyone will get excited about.

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