Dec 06, 2017 over the years as regional food writer, ive covered lots of different angles associated with spinach madeleine, including the wild success of the junior league of baton rouges community cookbook series, river road recipes. The recipe was first published in 1959 by the junior league of baton rouge in its first community cookbook, river road recipes i. We have given both volumes together to many of our friends over the years and they always thank us for them. Nov 11, 2009 cook the spinach according to package directions. I have the 1972 edition of the river road cookbook. Add flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but not brown. Strain using a paper towel over a mesh strainer you want to leave the solids behind. We use regular velvetta with a little juice from canned or jar jalapenos.
We help families or individuals create heirloom cookbook treasures. Spinach madeleine cheesy creamed spinach recipe saveur. Spinach madeleine the junior league of baton rouge cookbook. Share in the secrets of fine creole hollydays shopping for a cause. In fact, spinach madeleine was named as one of the centurys best recipes in an article that appeared in the houston chronicle in december 1999. Top river road recipes and other great tasting recipes with a healthy slant from sparkrecipes. Melt the 1 12 sticks of butter in a small pot over medium heat until its brown and gives off a deliciously nutty aroma, roughly 20 minutes.
This traditional louisiana recipe was first published in 1959 by the junior league of baton rouges river road cookbook. Indulge in our famous tomato basil soup or a fresh fruit tart. Nov 21, 2017 spinach madeleine, the recipe that put the first junior league of baton river road recipes cookbook on the map. Spinach madeleine, the recipe that put the first junior league of baton river road recipes cookbook on the map. Growing up, my mother always had her river road recipes cookbook on the kitchen counter. Inducted into the mcilhenny hall of fame, an award given for book sales that exceed 100,000 copies. Spinach madeleine the junior league of baton rouge.
This is one of two cookbooks i have used regularly for the last 45 years the same three dishes spinach madeline, sweet potato casserole and pickled shrimp in this cookbook have appeared regularly on our thanksgiving table for over 40 years. Together they really are a textbook for louisiana cooking. See more ideas about cookbook recipes, my cookbook and food recipes. Nov 06, 2009 first published from the river road cookbook, by the junior league of baton rouge, and adapted to my taste, its divine blend of cream and spicy cheese will compliment everything youre serving, and have your guests begging for the recipe. Defrost the spinach and drain well to remove all moisture. For many baton rougeans, no holiday dinner would be complete without this delicious dish. Add the rest of the seasonings and 12 of the cheese roll, and stir until cheese melts. Cover each oyster with a heaping teaspoon of spinach madeleine and bake in a 350degree oven until bubbly. River road spinach madeleine recipe in 2020 food recipes. This cookbook features classic creole and cajun cuisine.
My way spinach bake known by a couple of names with some variations spinach madeleine, calhouns spinach maria, spinach supreme, spinach justine, spinach gratin, spinach pauline, spinach dorinne, or just simply spinach bake. The great thing about this cookbook and these recipes is their generous nature. A classic spinach casserole based on spinach madeleine, made with spinach, sauteed vegetables, sour cream and mushrooms. This savory and bubbly warm dish is now a wonderful traditional favorite for family gatherings, potlucks and supper clubs all around our great state for 50 plus years. This has been around at least since the 1960s and is still a favorite. It was first published in 1959 and has had many printings over the years. In a measuring cup, combine milk with enough reserved spinach liquor to make 1 cup liquid. Top with spinach madeleine and seasoned italian breadcrumbs and bake until crumbs are golden brown. These 650 recipes include the basics like how to make a roux. When ready to serve, bake uncovered at 350 degrees until bubbly, 1520 minutes. In a 3quart casserole dish, place 1 large head of precooked cauliflower florets. Add the flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but not.
Apr 23, 2012 the cookbook was published by the junior leage of baton rouge. Some are using hot mexican velvetta, which is a recommendation of the southern living test kitchens. As river road recipes 1 hits milestone, we visited. Add cream cheese, jalapeno pepper, worcestershire sauce, celery salt, garlic salt, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. After krafts jalapeno cheese roll the key ingredient of the dish was discontinued. It was passed down to me by an aunt who lives in st. Cajun, creole, and deep south flavors are richly preserved in authentic gumbos, jambalayas, courtsbouillons, pralines, and more. The textbooks of louisiana cuisine we created the original river road recipes cookbook.
This cookbook was in the welcome package provided by my employer when i started working in baton rouge in 1969. The orginal from river roads cookbook spinach madeleine spinach madeleine, the most famous recipe from the river road recipes cookbook series, has undergone a makeover. The textbook of louisiana cuisine spiralbound january 1, 1959. Here are two recipes from the baton rouge junior leagues river road recipes, first published in 1959. Add the flour, stirring until blended and smooth, but. Stir in spinach and continue cooking until heated through, 35 minutes. Aug 07, 2015 spinach madeleine, the recipe that put the first junior league of baton river road recipes cookbook on the map. The junior league of baton rouge diaper bank supports area families in need with diaper donations. The red river riches trail will tempt your taste buds from shreveport to.
Madeline nevell reymond wright holds a 50th anniversary copy of river road recipes i the textbook of louisiana cuisine, which contains her famous spinach madeleine recipe. Spinach madeleine is found in the first volume, and a lighter version of the dish is included in the third. French bakery and cafe, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and handcrafted bakery delights. A history of spinach madeleine the junior league of. This recipe is courtesy of louisiana kitchen and culture magazine. Casseroles the junior league of baton rouge cookbook blog. These 650 recipes include the basics like how to make a. Celebrate the delicious flavors of crawfish with this delicate yet extremely tasty recipe for crawfish pie. As river road recipes 1 hits milestone, we visited spinach. Crawfish is not just a food in louisiana, its considered a food group. It goes without saying that spinach madeleine is hands down one of the most famous recipes in the river road recipes cookbook series. Add liquid slowly to onionflour mixture, stirring constantly to avoid. Slowcooked veal grillades and jalapeno cheese grits.
Francisville, louisiana, native madeline wright in 1956 and published three years later in the first edition of the cookbook. See more ideas about cookbook recipes, food recipes and river. Slowly add milk and reserved spinach liquid, stirring constantly, until smooth and thickened. Kraft stopped making jalapano cheese rolls several years ago and after the river roads cookbook was published. This savory and bubbly warm dish is now a wonderful traditional favorite for family gatherings, potlucks and supper clubs all. The recipes are tried and true and if you like southern cooking, this cookbook should be on your shelf. This traditional louisiana recipe was first presented in river roads cookbook from the junior league of baton rouge. Spinach madeleine can be made a day in advance, covered and refrigerated. Nov 17, 2017 cook spinach according to directions on package. Kraft foods has discontinued making its jalapeno cheese roll which is an important ingredient in the original spinach madeleine rec. Add spinach and cook in batches until wilted, about 10 minutes. This savory and bubbly warm dish is now a traditional favorite for family gatherings, potlucks and supper clubs all around our great. Add liquid slowly to onionflour mixture, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.