Best 7 Bayou Breakfast Recipes

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Wake up to the vibrant flavors of the Deep South with a delightful bayou breakfast. Embark on a culinary journey that captures the essence of Louisiana's rich culinary heritage. From the soulful sounds of zydeco music to the sizzling aroma of freshly cooked delicacies, immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Discover the secrets of creating authentic bayou breakfast dishes that blend traditional techniques with modern twists. Get ready to indulge in a feast that celebrates the bounty of Louisiana's fresh ingredients and the warm hospitality of its people.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BRUNCH ON THE BAYOU



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This is an absolutely FANTASTIC brunch recipe. I typically serve it when family is visiting for the holidays as the majority is prepared the night before. Everyone loves it and ALWAYS wants the recipe!

Provided by SBASSETT4473

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 9h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed
½ (1 pound) loaf day old French bread, broken into small pieces
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 pound shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 ½ cups whole milk
10 eggs
⅓ cup white wine
3 green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup sour cream
½ cup Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly until evenly browned. Drain grease, and set aside.
  • Spread bread pieces in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Drizzle melted butter over the bread pieces, then sprinkle in the cooked sausage. Cover with shredded cheese. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, white wine, Dijon mustard, and green onions. Season with black and red pepper. Pour the egg mixture over everything in the baking dish. Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.
  • Remove the dish from the refrigerator 30 minutes prior to baking to allow it to come to room temperature. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil, and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Then uncover, and bake for an additional 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, and spread sour cream over the top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is starting to brown slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 321.6 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Sodium 863.2 mg, Sugar 4 g

BAYOU BROWNIES RECIPE - (4.1/5)



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Provided by cecelia26_

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 large eggs
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1.Combine pecans, butter, 1 egg and cake mix. 2.Stir until well blended. 3.Press into the bottom of a lightly greased 13X9 inch pan. 4.Set aside. 5.Combine remaining 2 eggs, cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl. 6.Beat at medium speed until smooth. 7.Pour cream cheese mixture over cake mix layer. 8.Bake at 325 for 40 minutes or until cheese mixture is set. 9.Let cool completely in pan on wire rack.

BLEND OF THE BAYOU



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My sister-in-law shared this recipe with me when I first moved to Louisiana. It's been handed down in my husband's family for generations. It's quick to prepare, nutritious and beautiful. I've passed it on to my children, too. -Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
3/4 cup cooked rice
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 12 crackers)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, cook and stir cream cheese and 2 tablespoons butter over low heat until melted and smooth. , In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, saute onion, celery and green pepper in remaining butter until tender. Stir in shrimp, crab, soup, rice, mushrooms, garlic salt, pepper sauce, cayenne and cream cheese mixture., Combine cheddar cheese and cracker crumbs; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 164mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

BRUNCH ON THE BAYOU



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FANTASTIC brunch dish I found on the Internet. Everyone loves it and ALWAYS wants the recipe! Most of it is prepared the night before.

Provided by Pinaygourmet 345142

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h40m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

110 g Italian sausage, casings removed
1 loaf day-old French bread, broken into small pieces
45 g butter, melted
455 g shredded monterey jack cheese
355 ml whole milk
10 eggs
80 ml white wine
3 green onions, chopped
10 ml Dijon mustard
salt and pepper
red pepper flakes
230 g sour cream
50 g parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring constantly until evenly browned. Drain grease, and set aside.
  • Spread bread pieces in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Drizzle melted butter over the bread pieces, then sprinkle in the cooked sausage. Cover with shredded cheese.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, white wine, Dijon mustard, and green onions.
  • Season with salt, black and red pepper.
  • Pour the egg mixture over everything in the baking dish. Cover, and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove the dish from the refrigerator 30 minutes prior to baking to allow it to come to room temperature.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cover the dish, and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
  • Then uncover, and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven, and spread sour cream over the top.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes, or until cheese is starting to brown slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.4, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 15.3, Cholesterol 218.1, Sodium 1157.7, Carbohydrate 75.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 6, Protein 34.3

BAYOU BEND BRUNCH CASSEROLE



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This recipe is froma local Junior Forum cookbook called "Buffet on the Bayou". I like it because you make it the day ahead and just pop it in the oven the day you want to serve it. Very easy to make.

Provided by Sandy in Oklahoma

Categories     High In...

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 large day old French bread, torn into small pieces
3 tablespoons melted butter
1 lb monterey jack cheese, shredded
1/3 lb genoa salami, julienned
10 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1/3 cup white wine
3 large green onions, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In a well greased 9x13-inch casserole dish, spread bread pieces over bottom and drizzle with butter. Sprinkle with Montery jack cheese and salami pieces.
  • Beat together eggs,milk,wine,green onions,mustard and black and red pepper until mixture is frothy. Pour mixture over bread mixture. Cover casserole with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake covered, at 325 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Uncover, spread with sour cream and sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered an additional 10 minutes, until lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623.2, Fat 44.5, SaturatedFat 23.9, Cholesterol 370.3, Sodium 1090, Carbohydrate 20.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.3, Protein 33.3

BAYOU GUMBO



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Come home to a flavorful hearty gumbo made with sausage, rice, okra and other veggies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 pound smoked pork sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 cups frozen cut okra
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 large green bell pepper, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 cups uncooked regular long-grain white rice
3 cups water
1 package (12 ounces) frozen cooked peeled and deveined medium shrimp, rinsed

Steps:

  • Mix flour and oil in 1-quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring constantly; reduce heat to medium. Cook about 10 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture turns reddish brown.
  • Place flour-oil mixture in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients except rice, water and shrimp.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 9 hours or until okra is tender.
  • About 25 minutes before serving, cook rice in 3 cups water as directed on package. Meanwhile, stir shrimp into gumbo. Cover and cook on low heat setting 20 minutes. Serve gumbo over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 720 mg

BAYOU SAMBURGERS



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Not your everyday backyard burger, but a true celebration of summer! Right from Bayou Sam's Cajun Grill. Serve with Zapp's Cajun Chips Pecos Sweet cantaloupe, and well-chilled Black Diamond watermelon hearts. Enjoy the summer while you can.

Provided by JETJOUSTER

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ½ pounds extra lean ground beef
4 cloves roasted garlic, chopped
1 pinch garlic pepper
1 pinch lemon pepper
1 pinch Cajun seasoning
4 slices sweet onion, 1/2 inch thick
4 large Hawaiian sweet rolls
4 slices American cheese
4 slices smoked Edam cheese
4 green leaf lettuce leaves
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, sliced
8 dill pickle slices
1 teaspoon Creole mustard
1 tablespoon creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™
1 tablespoon ketchup

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Mix together the ground beef and roasted garlic. Form the mixture into four balls, and flatten into patties about 3/4 inch thick. Sprinkle the patties with garlic pepper, lemon salt, and Cajun seasoning.
  • Lightly oil the grilling surface. Place onions on the grill, and toast on both sides. Place beef patties on the grill, and set the onions on top of them. Grill for about 5 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness. If you're lucky (or trashy) enough to still have a coffee can of grease on your stove, brush both sides of the Hawaiian rolls, then toast them on the grill.
  • To assemble, place the patties on buns, and top with slices of American and Edam cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and your choice of condiments such as ketchup, Creole mustard, and salad dressing. These listed are some of mine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1159 calories, Carbohydrate 63.3 g, Cholesterol 285.5 mg, Fat 60.1 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 87.9 g, SaturatedFat 26.5 g, Sodium 2970.1 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This is especially important for dishes like omelets and pancakes, where the quality of the ingredients really shines through.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: When cooking eggs or pancakes, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make them more likely to stick.
  • Use a Non-Stick Skillet: A non-stick skillet is essential for making perfect omelets and pancakes. It will help to prevent them from sticking and will make them easier to flip.
  • Cook Over Medium Heat: Most breakfast dishes should be cooked over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning and will give them time to cook evenly.
  • Season to Taste: Don't be afraid to season your food to taste. A little bit of salt and pepper can go a long way in enhancing the flavor of your breakfast dishes.

Conclusion:

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and it's a great time to experiment with different flavors and ingredients. With a little planning and effort, you can make delicious and satisfying breakfast dishes that will help you start your day off right. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast recipe, be sure to check out the Bayou Breakfast blog for some inspiration.

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