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"Posted for the Zaar World Tour-Cajun.
This version of sweet potato pie has a hint of gingerbread flavor."

Ingredients: eggs, milk, molasses...

"I first tried this at Cajun Connection in Utica, IL and immediately decided that I needed to master the recipe. Roasting some of the pecans first gives the pie a very nice rich and toasty taste; I added a bit of bourbon whisky just for kicks, but it's totally optional. Pie crust can be your own famous recipe or a purchased one; I hate making pie..."

Ingredients: corn syrup, eggs, pecan halves...

"Attention Molasses Lovers!! This recipe comes from Justin Wilson's Homegrown Louisiana Cookin, and it is WONDERFUL! As you can see, this recipe has mixed reviews . . . seems you either love it or hate it! I've double checked the recipe and there are NO mistakes. If you are not a true molasses lover, than I suggest that you substitute..."

Ingredients: eggs, margarine, molasses...

"From The Evolution of Cajun and Creole Cuisine by John Folse. Haven't tried this one yet but sounds good. Let me know how it turns out."

Ingredients: cinnamon, cane syrup...

"This is a hand-me-down recipe that I think started with Paul Prudhomme back when he was chef at the Commander's Palace in New Orleans. A fairly rich pie. You should make the servings fairly small."

Ingredients: 9" unbaked pie shells, dark brown sugar...

"True Cajun heartland recipe."

Ingredients: cinnamon, graham cracker pie crust...

"Very good. For best results use fresh key limes, not bottled juice. You can also use the more common Persian limes. You will need fewer limes, approximately 2 1/2 to 3."

Ingredients: coconut milk, egg whites...

"Here's something for after dinner that's not too heavy and is refreshing."

Ingredients: cornstarch, eggs, ice water...

"Originally from The Restaurants of New Orleans, Roy F, Guste, Jr., 1982, W. W. Norton & Co., Inc. This is excellent all year round, but is especially nice, cooling and refreshing in the summer months. I give the chef's original ice-cream flavor combo here, but feel free to experiment with different ice-cream flavors if you like."

Ingredients: chocolate ice cream, cream of tartar...

Ingredients: 9" unbaked pie shells, eggs...