Were in the mood to start celebrating Mardi Gras a little early this year.

Mardi Gras falls on March 1 this year, and we’re ready for it!

Were happy to share some of our favorite recipes inspired by the Pelican State.

Early Mardi Gras meal plan.

The mimosa in this salad is grated hard boiled eggs.

Double or triple the recipe and serve it with a good bread.

MakeGreen Gumboinstead, omitting the meat (green gumbo is traditionally vegetarian for Lent).

Asparagus Eggs Caper Vinaigrette

Elise Bauer

Just mix up the filling, stuff, and get slow cooking!

Dont have a slow cooker?

you’re able to bake these in the oven.

Overhead view of dirty rice in a skillet.

Michelle Becker

Cajun Chicken Salad

Lighten up with a simple salad of poached chicken and remoulade.

Cajun seasoning is a little spicier than Creole seasoning.

Use whichever you have.

Shrimp Po Boy Sandwich

Elise Bauer

Weekend Baking: Bread Pudding

This New Orleans classic is one of our most popular dessert recipes.

If you might make French toast, you might make thisand no griddling required!

Slow Cooker Stuffed Peppers

Lisa Lin

Cajun Chicken Salad

Elise Bauer

Scooping easy bread pudding out of a white casserole dish.

Cambrea Bakes