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deviled crab, French fries, and hush puppies. “That one is a really great family meal,” says Westbrook. “Families love the conve nience of the seafood hot line. We know that, in South Louisiana, everyone loves to boil their seafood. And we do have that at Rouses, but the sheer variety of fried foods we have hot and ready are easy, convenient and delicious too.” It also caters to a variety of tastes and ages. “Our customers don’t get bored with the food we offer, and we have something for everyone: Little kids might love the mac and cheese, and Mom and Dad might want that shrimp Creole.” Rouses also makes a

blackened shrimp pasta, which features a classic Alfredo sauce with blackened seasoning and Gulf Coast shrimp. “Speaking of that, we do a shrimp Alfredo as well, with local Gulf Coast shrimp, Alfredo sauce, buttery cream and parmesan cheese, all tossed with pasta. This is some pretty fancy stuff.” The recipes are all local, with beautiful Cajun and Creole flavors kept to the highest standards in the business. As Westbrook explains: “Rouses is a family business, and we serve all our families who shop here. You know, the Rouse family eats the same things you do; they taste everything — they want

to make sure that the quality is up to the standards they’ve kept going for three gener ations now — and our food is absolutely delicious.” Rouses has been preparing local and regional seafood dishes for decades now, but every year, it just gets better and better. “We know that our community loves seafood, and there’s no better value for seafood than the Rouses hot line at the deli — especially during Lent,” says Westbrook. “There’s no other place where you’re going to find the variety, the quality and the great price.” Oh the pasta-bilities! Our signature Gulf Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo features a delicious blend of ingredients, including Parmesan cheese, cream, garlic and butter. This popular dish is a highlight on our hot bar and is also available in full-pan or half-pan sizes for catering needs. If you prefer, you can customize it by ordering it with chicken instead of shrimp. Add your own touch to takeout: ɲ Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top for a rich flavor and an appealing look. ɲ Add a dash of freshly ground black pepper. ɲ Sautéed mushrooms bring earthy and savory tones that complement the creamy Alfredo sauce. ɲ For a hint of spice, sprinkle a few crushed red pepper flakes on your Fettuccine Alfredo, being mindful not to overpower the sauce. ɲ In Italy, a touch of nutmeg adds a warm and aromatic depth to Fettucine Alfredo. ɲ Enhance your dish with fresh basil, parsley, oregano or rosemary by chopping a few leaves and sprinkling them on the pasta.

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