Creole Made Easy with the Creole Sausage Queen - by Julie Vaucresson (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Since 1899, Vaucresson's Sausage Company has produced its beloved brand in the Seventh Ward of New Orleans. Julie Frederick Vaucresson shares stories from the Vaucresson and Frederick families along with scores of recipes using both the sausages and a new line of mustards. Also included are classic dishes from the famed Bourbon Street Vaucresson Cafâe Creole (circa 1963-1972) along with other homestyle recipes from the Frederick family, with full-page color photographs of many of the recipes."--

Book Synopsis

Since 1899, Vaucresson's Sausage Company has produced its beloved brand in the Seventh Ward of New Orleans. Julie Frederick Vaucresson shares stories from the Vaucresson and Frederick families along with scores of recipes using both the sausages and a new line of mustards. Also included are classic dishes from the fabled Bourbon Street Vaucresson Café Creole (circa 1963-1972) along with other homestyle recipes from the Frederick family, with color photographs of many of the recipes.

Review Quotes

"For 125 years, the Vaucresson family has been a cornerstone of cultural food traditions in New Orleans. Julie Vaucresson's new cookbook featuring cherished family recipes is a valuable addition to the world of Creole cuisine. This resource will undoubtedly be treasured for generations to come. Cheers, Julie Vaucresson, for upholding and continuing the family's culinary legacy."

--Edgar "Dook" Chase IV

executive chef at Dooky Chase's Restaurant, owner/president of Chase Concessions LLC, and proprietor of Chapter IV, Leah's Kitchen, and Dook's Burgers

"I have enjoyed Julie's Creole cooking since our days at Notre Dame. Every dish in this book tells a story of heritage, flavor, and the rich Creole culture. This book takes you on a culinary journey through the soulful heart of New Orleans, where every recipe is a celebration of tradition, passion, and the spirit of Louisiana."

--Sunny Hostin

attorney, journalist, author, and co-host of The View

About the Author

Julie Frederick Vaucresson, the granddaughter of pioneering surgeon and businessman Dr. Rivers Frederick, is the owner and operator of Creole Made Easy, LLC (CME), a complementary entity of Vaucresson's Sausage Company. She operates Vaucresson's Sausage Company and Vaucresson's Creole Café & Deli in the Seventh Ward with her husband, Vance. Julie is a TV and social media personality, featured on NBC's Today show and regular appearances with Fox 8 News. She holds an undergraduate degree from Xavier University and a graduate degree from Notre Dame. A member of Alpha Kappa Sorority, Inc., she participates in many leadership roles with nonprofits, clubs, and associations. Her admiration for social media is contagious, and you can often find her in videos alongside her three kids and husband, who can also be seen working the Vaucresson's Sausage Company booth at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival.