Austin Carter

Howdy! I'm Austin Carter, a photographer who loves to cook. During the day, I take pictures, but at night, I dive into the world of flavors and recipes. You'll often find me experimenting in the kitchen, blending flavors, and creating delightful concoctions. I run the "Beyond the Bayou Blog," where I share easy and tasty recipes every day.

My blog focuses on cooking, bringing you simple and delicious meals. From quick dinners to special treats, each recipe is made with care and shared with joy.

Come join me in the kitchen through "Beyond the Bayou Blog," where cooking is simple, fun, and full of flavor. Let's enjoy the tasty side of life together!

Hey y’all! It’s Austin here from Beyond the Bayou. These peanut butter cookies take me right back to my childhood. Every time my granny came to visit, she’d make a fresh batch of her famous peanut butter cookies. The whole house would be filled with that incredible nutty aroma. We, kids, could never resist snatching …

Hey there, folks! Austin here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, we’re cooking up something really special – my grandma’s famous “Hot Honey” recipe! Let me take y’all back to my childhood days in Louisiana. I can still smell the sweet aroma of Grandma’s kitchen as she simmered up her signature hot honey. We’d gather …

Howdy, y’all! It’s Austin here from Beyond The Bayou Blog. Today we’re making something extra special – authentic Italian Gelato. Now, I know gelato can seem a bit fancy and high-brow. But let me tell you, once you get a taste of the real deal stuff, it’ll totally ruin you for that freezer-burned pint of …

What’s up, y’all? It’s your friend Austin from Beyond the Bayou Blog coming at you with another tasty recipe. This time we’re going international with the iconic West African dish – Jollof Rice. I first had jollof rice years ago when I was visiting my college buddy who’s from Nigeria. One bite and I was …

There’s something special about sourdough bagels—their tangy complexity pairs perfectly with the chewy texture of a homemade bagel. For years, I believed New York deli bagels were unbeatable, but sourdough changed everything. With wild yeast, each batch transforms into a uniquely flavorful masterpiece that rivals anything store-bought. These bagels aren’t just a recipe; they’re a …

Hey, my name is Austin, and I’m a food blogger on the website “Beyond the Bayou Blog.” Today, I prepared a vibrant and flavorful dish called “Rasta Pasta.” This dish holds a special place in my heart. The first time I tried it was during a trip to Jamaica, where I was introduced to the …

What’s up folks? Austin here from Beyond The Bayou Blog. Today I’m sharing a killer stir fry sauce recipe that’s going to take your weeknight meals to the next level. I first got into stir fries when I was a broke college student. They were an inexpensive way to make a huge batch of food …

What’s up, y’all? It’s your friend Austin from Beyond The Bayou Blog, and today we’re cooking up something a little different – Omurice! Now, I know what you’re thinking…”Ohm-uh-what?” This Japanese dish combines an omelet stuffed with fried rice into one big delicious package. I first tried omurice a few years back when my buddy …

Hey there, Austin Carter here from Beyond The Bayou Blog! I’ve got a real treat for you cocktail lovers today – The Classic Aviation cocktail. Now, I’ll be honest, this beautiful purple drink wasn’t really on my radar until a couple years ago when I was out with some friends in New Orleans. We stopped …

Hey y’all, it’s Austin here from Beyond the Bayou. Cannoli is one of my all-time favorite Italian desserts, and it reminds me of growing up in New Orleans. We had this little Italian bakery down the street that made the most incredible cannoli I’ve ever tasted. The crispy fried shells were filled with the creamiest …