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 everyone, Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m thrilled to share my recipe for homemade Strawberry Ice Cream. This treat brings back memories of summer afternoons at my grandma’s house in Louisiana. She had a small strawberry patch in her backyard, and we’d spend hours picking berries, eating as many as …

Hey there, folks! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m excited to share a sweet treat that’s become a real favorite in my household: Oreo Fluff. This dessert takes me back to my college days when my roommate and I would whip up late-night snacks to fuel our study sessions. We’d raid …

Hey y’all! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m sharing my recipe for Taquitos – a dish that’s become a staple in my house and has quite a story behind it. It all started during a road trip through Texas with my buddy Mike. We stopped at this tiny roadside stand that …

Hey there, folks! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m sharing a recipe that’s become a favorite at my gatherings – The Classic Mudslide. This creamy, boozy dessert drink takes me back to my 25th birthday party. I remember trying to make mudslides for my friends, thinking it’d be a piece of …

Hey y’all, Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m excited to share my take on a classic Southern dish – Cube Steak. This recipe brings back memories of my first apartment after college. I was broke, homesick, and living off ramen noodles until my neighbor, Miss Betty, took pity on me. One …

Hey there, fellow food lovers! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m excited to share my take on a classic comfort food: Tuna Melt. This dish brings back memories of my college days when I was tight on cash but craving something warm and satisfying. I remember throwing together my first tuna …

Hey there, folks! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m sharing my take on Chicken Scarpariello, a dish that’s become a staple in my kitchen. I first tried this recipe at my friend’s house during a game night. The mix of flavors – tangy, spicy, and savory – caught me by surprise …

Hey everyone, Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m sharing my favorite Zucchini Bread recipe with you all. This treat has become a staple in my kitchen, especially during summer when zucchinis are plentiful. I first stumbled upon this recipe during a particularly abundant zucchini harvest in my backyard garden a few …

Hey there! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m excited to share my take on Refried Beans with you all. This simple yet flavorful dish has become a regular in my kitchen, and I think you’ll love it too. I first learned to make refried beans during a trip to Texas a …

Hey there, folks! Austin Carter here from Beyond the Bayou Blog. Today, I’m excited to share my go-to Baked Ziti Recipe with you all. This dish has been a staple in my kitchen for years, and it never fails to bring comfort and smiles to the dinner table. I remember the first time I made …