Cookware
Enameled Dutch Oven (5–7 qt)
Heavy pot for gumbo, pot roast, smothered dishes and anything low and slow.
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The kinds of pots, pans and pantry helpers that make Southern and Louisiana cooking easier.
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Cookware
Cookware
10–12 inch Cast-Iron Skillet
For cornbread with crispy edges, blackening and pan-frying.
Cookware
Large Stockpot (8 qt or more)
Room enough for red beans, greens and big-batch gumbo.
Cookware
Deep Sauté Pan with Lid
Handy for étouffée, Creole sauces and one-pan suppers.
Baking Essentials
Baking Essentials
9x13 Ceramic Baking Dish
Cobblers, mac and cheese, bread pudding and casseroles.
Baking Essentials
9-inch Glass Pie Plate
A see-through plate lets you check the bottom crust.
Baking Essentials
Tube or Bundt Pan (10 inch)
For a tall, classic Southern pound cake.
Baking Essentials
Measuring Cups & Spoons Set
Baking rewards accurate measuring.
Baking Essentials
Nesting Mixing Bowls
A set of sizes for batters, marinades and prep.
Small Kitchen Appliances
Small Kitchen Appliances
Stand Mixer
Makes creaming butter and sugar for pound cake much easier.
Small Kitchen Appliances
Slow Cooker
Set-it-and-go option for beans, roasts and greens.
Small Kitchen Appliances
Rice Cooker
Steady, fluffy rice for gumbo, étouffée and red beans.
Small Kitchen Appliances
Instant-Read Thermometer
The simplest way to know meat, poultry and seafood are cooked safely.
Louisiana Cooking Essentials
Louisiana Cooking Essentials
Flat-Edged Wooden Roux Spoon
Scrapes the bottom of the pot so your roux doesn't scorch.
Louisiana Cooking Essentials
Cajun / Creole Seasoning Blend
A pantry staple — choose a lower-salt blend so you control the salt.
Louisiana Cooking Essentials
Filé Powder
Ground sassafras leaves, traditionally stirred into gumbo off the heat.
Louisiana Cooking Essentials
Louisiana-Style Hot Sauce
For the table — let everybody sass up their own bowl.
Serving & Entertaining
Serving & Entertaining
Large Serving Platter
For Sunday roasts and family-style suppers.
Serving & Entertaining
Soup Tureen or Large Serving Bowl
Bring the gumbo to the table in style.
Serving & Entertaining
Cake Stand with Dome
Shows off a pound cake and keeps it fresh.
Budget-Friendly Kitchen Favorites
Budget-Friendly Kitchen Favorites
Balloon Whisk
For custards, puddings and lump-free gravy.
Budget-Friendly Kitchen Favorites
Bench Scraper
Moves chopped trinity from board to pot in one sweep.
Budget-Friendly Kitchen Favorites
8-inch Chef's Knife
All that onion, celery and bell pepper won't chop itself.