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Stew Gravy & Meatballs Recipe
We’ve got another Cajun recipe for you to warm your winter months, and it’s another classic Acadiana staple! The recipe for this savory southern icon was submitted by local chef Jesse Rider. It’s usually served over rice, but it’s also right at home on some french...
Sticky Chicken Rice & Gravy
Fall is here at last—and the weather has never been better for some classic Cajun comfort food! The Best Stop in Scott has plenty of classics that are ready for you to grab and enjoy, but if you’re up to the challenge of crafting something yourself at home we’ve got...
Creole and Cajun Food: What’s The Difference?
Creole and Cajun foods have a lot in common, but despite their many shared qualities, they are two entirely different kinds of cuisine. For many of the folks that live in Louisiana, whether they’re in the heart of Cajun Country or near the Port of New Orleans—the...
A Guide to Meat: The 8 Cuts of Chicken
Chickens aren’t just for chasing at Mardi Gras: they’ve been a farming staple for centuries. As a result, chicken has earned its place at the heart of American and Cajun cuisine. The meat is incredibly versatile and complimentary, which makes it a great choice for...
Let’s Get Cookin’
In South Louisiana, our best memories are made in the kitchen and around the table with friends and family. That history and love produce a special quality in Cajun cuisine that you can taste. As we work to provide our authentic boudin and Cajun specialty meats to...
Meat the Team: Robert Cormier
In the economic downturn of the 1980s, Robert Cormier and Lawrence Menard (Uncle Brud) stood in a vacant parking lot in Scott, Louisiana, and began talking about new possibilities.
A Guide to Meat: The 8 Cuts of Pork
Pork isn’t just a food in Cajun culture, it's a way of life. Historically, pigs were an important resource to early Cajuns as they require little space, eat a variety of foods, have large litters and provide a large amount of quality meat. During hard times, recipes...
The Best Stop Supermarket Becomes Official Boudin Provider of Louisiana Athletics
We've been fueling Cajuns fans since 1986, but now it's official! The Best Stop is the official Boudin of the Ragin' Cajuns. It is a joy as both Ragin' Cajuns fans and a local business to support the hard-working teams of UL Lafayette and their fans. We welcome you to...
Rule the Roux: Making the Perfect Cajun Roux
When it comes to cooking Cajun cuisine, you better know how to make a roux. Topped only by the holy trinity of bell pepper, green onions and celery, a roux is one of the most critical components of many Cajun recipes - most famously gumbo. Making a roux is simple in...
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