We flipped the calendar to 2024, and Mardi Gras is almost here! With the parades rolling early this year, it seems that pressing the easy button in the kitchen is in order. Instead of fretting over complicated recipes, here’s an easy alternative of a regional favorite that is worth sharing. When I told my family that I was writing about this recipe, they questioned if I should share the secret, but this version of crawfish étouffée is too good to keep quiet.