Revision of Christmas 2015 from Dec 23, 2015 | Louisiana Kitchen & Culture

December 24, 2015, 2015

Merry Christmas from sunny Los Angeles! I'm helping my sister-in-law prepare for her annual Christmas Eve family party, we'll spend Christmas day with her daughter and two grandchildren; the oldest is over the moon excited. We went to dinner Tuesday night after arrival; my husband passed his Santa hat off to Tommy, much to his delight. He ho-ho-ho'd to everyone who'd listen for the rest of the evening, with his face alight.

Saturday, as it turns out, my sister and niece are in San Diego visiting friends and are going to drive up to have lunch with me; hopefully, another friend will be able to join us. Lunch somewhere along the beach. Back to New Orleans on Sunday, back to work on Monday, but meanwhile, I'm really enjoying the break.

Thus, the abbreviated newsletter this week -- below you'll find a list of the most-viewed recipes on our website over the holiday season, and a list of the most-shared recipes, either on Pinterest, Facebook, emailed to friends, or via other social media. I hope you find some inspiration, enjoy some great meals with family and friends, and relax into the new year. Speaking of, here's a link to my annual feature on what to eat on New Year's Day to ensure a healthy, wealthy, and happy new year.

Most-Viewed Recipes

5 Turkey Injection Marinades

Trying Out the Char-Broil Oil-Less Infrared Turkey Fryer

Acme Chargrilled Oysters

New Orleans Style Bread Pudding with Hard Sauce

Beef Tenderloin with Jumbo Lump Crab and Bernaise

Cream of Oyster Soup

Sweet Potato Bake With Walnut Topping

Herb Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Horseradish Sauce

Italian Butterball Cookies

Roast Fresh Ham with Cracklings

Galatoire's Béarnaise Sauce

Mama's Seafood Gumbo

Louisiana Corn & Crab Bisque

Crabmeat Stuffed Flounder with Mornay Sauce

Galatoire's Spinach Rockefeller

Most-Shared Recipes

Enjoy this week's recipes, share them with family and friends, and, as always, let me know what's on your mind. Also, keep in mind that food banks struggle this time of year; consider making a donation if at all possible.

Jambalaya! How would you like to win an ample selection of Louisiana crab meat and shrimp for an authentic Louisiana Jambalaya, plus a King Cake? And a Hurrican Mix, plus Mardi Gras beands, All delivered in time for a Mardi Gras party.