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John Besh, chef/owner of Restaurant August in New Orleans, shares his contribution to New Orleans Classic Gumbos and Soups: this fabulous recipe for Redfish Courtbouillon....

Kit Wohl, author of New Orleans Classic Gumbos and Soups, demonstrates how to make roux for gumbos. She shows you how to distinguish the different colors and stages of roux, as it goes from blond, to auburn, to dark mahogany....

One of our food editors updates an Italian-American favorite and comes up with a light yet deeply satisfying dish.

The dark, complex flavors of cacao are finally making their way beyond just desserts.

Roux is the magical thickener and flavoring necessary for many gumbos, stews and soups in Louisiana cooking. (registration required)

Food editor Ian Knauer shares his tip on how to prepare lettuce and keep it fresh for entertaining.

Food editor Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez demonstrates how to roll out and cut egg fettuccine.

Food editor Gina Marie Miraglia Eriquez demonstrates the classic way to make dough for egg fettuccine.

Need a sure-fire hit for the holidays? This easy, full-flavored mushroom lasagne will impress both your vegetarian and meat-eating guests.