Delicious Crawfish Michelle Recipe

Crawfish Michelle is a mouthwatering Cajun dish that showcases the flavors of Louisiana. This recipe combines succulent crawfish tails with a rich and creamy sauce, and is served over a bed of fluffy white rice. The dish is bursting with bold flavors and spices, making it a favorite in the South. It's the perfect option for seafood lovers looking for a taste of authentic Creole cuisine.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds crawfish tails
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup onions, diced
• 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup celery, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
2. Add the onions, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the crawfish tails to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes, until heated through.
4. Stir in the heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the sauce has thickened.
6. While the sauce is simmering, prepare the white rice according to package instructions.
7. To serve, spoon the crawfish mixture over a bed of white rice. Garnish with fresh parsley.
8. Enjoy your delicious Crawfish Michelle!

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