Marsha Orosco of Aquavit in New York City loves the versatility of this salad.

The recipe for this southern-style salad served at Miss Mamie’s and Miss Maude’s Spoonbread Too restaurant comes from Norma Jean Darden’s cookbook Spoonbread and Strawberry Wine (Fawcett Crest), which she wrote with her sister, Carole.

This delicious dish is named for the city in Louisiana. To reduce fat, use less butter and more stock or broth.

This is a basic recipe with options. Go ahead and substitute your favorite vegetables. Add them to the skillet in sequence, beginning with those that require longer cooking.