April 26, 2026 – beyondgumbo

Instant Pot Magic: Classic Louisiana Red Beans

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Louisiana Cuisine

Instant Pot Magic: Classic Louisiana Red Beans

Maylee at Beyond Gumbo April 26, 2026

Today I’m cooking a classic Louisiana recipe — “Red Beans” — using a contemporary twist. Typically, preparing...

Welcome, 2026!

Welcome spring!

It is crawfish season in Louisiana. I have many favorite recipes featuring crawfish, here are several unique ideas to give an updated lift for crawfish tails — from Crawfish Egg Rolls to Crawfish Cheesecake. Plus, I have an easy and delicious recipe for Crawfish Etouffe. It is so simple; anyone can make it.

Plus, this is strawberry season in Louisiana — here are two great desserts for using Louisiana strawberries — considered to be the sweetest and most flavorful around.

Enjoy these recipes.