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Baked Alaska flavor without all the work
Baked Alaska is a celebrated dessert at Antoine’s restaurant in New Orleans. Since there is a lot of preparation, you must order it at...

Tommy Centola
12 minutes ago3 min read
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Roasted Red Pepper Bloody Marys
Here's a twist on a great drink. 3 red bell peppers (about 1 1/2 pounds) 3 cups vegetable juice 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce 3...

Tommy Centola
3 days ago2 min read
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Creole Shrimp Fajitas
Let's continue the fresh bell pepper theme. One entree recipe and one drink recipe this week. 1 pound peeled and deveined extra-large...

Tommy Centola
6 days ago1 min read
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Time for one last outdoor get together
Labor Day, the end of summer. Time for one last big outdoor get together. To me, this signals the end of the grilling season. I know that...

Tommy Centola
Jun 83 min read
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Grilled Andouille with Grilled Pepper Relish
Gourmet hot dogs are something that hasn't found it's way to Arkansas. In New Orleans, however, you have Dat Dog. Here's a recipe that...

Tommy Centola
Jun 51 min read
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Boudin-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Bell peppers are a versitle ingredient. It is a mainstay in Creole and Cajun cooking, being part of the Holy Trinity. This week, I am...

Tommy Centola
Jun 21 min read
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Skip cobbler, try something different with peaches.
We are coming to the end of the peak of peach season. All around Farmer’s markets and grocery stores you can find some freshly ground and...

Tommy Centola
Jun 13 min read
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Cucumber, Tomato and Herb Salad
Here's a fresh salad for those summer months. 1 large seedless English cucumber 3 medium heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges 2 cups...

Tommy Centola
May 291 min read
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Green Papaya Salad
With the summer heat upon us, I though I would share some refreshing salads. 2 cups shredded green papaya 1 pound green beans, trimmed...

Tommy Centola
May 261 min read
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Showcasing sweet potatoes a little differently
We are starting to come into the peak season for sweet potatoes. They are planted in the spring and take 100-150 days to mature. This...

Tommy Centola
May 253 min read
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Chicken with Smoked Bacon and Creole Tomato Sauce
Here's a great chicken recipe of week night meals. 4 slices thick-cut smoked bacon 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, thinly...

Tommy Centola
May 222 min read
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Spicy Grilled Quail with Grilled Peaches
Here's a recipe for those who like cooking poultry other than just chicken on the grill. Double it up with some sweet griled peached. 6...

Tommy Centola
May 192 min read
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Blackberries make "variety of goodies"
Of all of the berries that you can find, Blackberries will always hold a special place in my heart. My grandparents lived in half of a...

Tommy Centola
May 183 min read
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Strawberry Vinaigrette
When strawberries are not in season, here's another option. The sweetness of the dressing is a great addition to a summer salad. 1/2 cup...

Tommy Centola
May 151 min read
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Warm Peach and Bacon Vinagrette
With summer arriving, people are looking for lighter food options. This week, I want to feature a couple of fruit flavored dressings for...

Tommy Centola
May 121 min read
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A not-so- heavy pasta dish
Shrimp and pasta are a match made in cooking heaven. The only limit to the combinations you can make is your imagination. Of course, you...

Tommy Centola
May 113 min read
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Tex-Mex Asian Marinade
Here's a marinade that fuses Tex-Mex and Asian cuisines. 2 tablespoons ground cumin seeds, toasted until fragrant 1 bunch cilantro...

Tommy Centola
May 81 min read
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Louisiana Marinade
With grilling season upon us, I thought I would share a couple of marinades for the season. They are great for Flank Steak 6 cloves...

Tommy Centola
May 51 min read
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Lots of health benefits to eating rabbit
As you know, almost every Saturday morning you can find me at the Main Street Searcy’s Farmers Market. With all of the fresh produce,...

Tommy Centola
May 43 min read
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Stewed Chicken
This is comfort food at its finest. It's a great meal for when you have other work to do around the house. 5pound stewing hen, cut into...

Tommy Centola
May 11 min read
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