Rice is one of the most fundamental Southern ingredients, especially when it comes to the Cajun delicacy, boudin, a sausage made from rice, pork, herbs and spices. For this episode of Nourish, Chef Donald Link talks about broad cultural influences on Cajun cooking – especially in once lost and recently rediscovered heirloom varieties of rice.

Welcome to NOURISH with rocket scientist and whole hog barbecue pit master, Dr. Howard Conyers! Think of this show as food for your mind, body and soul.

Host and CoProducer: Dr. Howard Conyers
Writer and CoProducer: Christina Melton
Director and Post Production Supervisor:
Donald "DRay!" Washington
Videographer: Bennie Robertson
Graphics: Ryan Golden
Original Music: Brassaholics from New Orleans, LA
The Michael Foster Project from Baton Rouge, LA
Special Thanks for Images and Video: Carolina Gold Rice Foundation

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