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Tommy Centola
Dec 23, 20241 min read
Creole Caramel Popcorn
This week, I want to showcase the flavor of caramel. Today's recipe is a tasty snack. 6 tablespoons canola oil 2/3 cup popcorn kernels 1...
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Tommy Centola
Sep 19, 20241 min read
Andouille Sausage Arancini
Now that we have the risotto make, lets make it into Arancini. Think of this as the italiam version of Boudin Balls. Canola oil, for...
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Tommy Centola
Sep 16, 20241 min read
Andouille Sausage Risotto
You will need this recipe for Thursday's recipe. Cajun meets Italy. 1 tablespoon butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup finely diced...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 29, 20241 min read
Spicy Guacamole
This week, we are going with a little Cajun Mexican Fusion. You will need today's recipe to complete Thursday's dish. 4 ripe avocados,...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 8, 20241 min read
Shredded Chicken Noodle Bowl
This week, we are headed to the yard for our focus ingredient. Here are a couple of rotisserie chicken recipes that are great for lunch....
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Tommy Centola
Jun 13, 20242 min read
Crabmeat-Stuffed Jalapeño Poppers
Stuffed jalapeños are popular appetizers on restaurant menus. Here's a twist that uses the sweet meat of the blue crab as part of it's...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 10, 20241 min read
Crabmeat Crostini
As crawfish start to go away, here comes the blue crabs. This week , I will be featuring them in a couple of appetizers. 1 pound jumbo...
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Tommy Centola
May 27, 20241 min read
Crab Beignets
This week, I'm sharing two recipes that go together. Thursday's recipe will be a suace for today's. 1 cup mascarpone cheese 1 cup finely...
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Tommy Centola
May 6, 20242 min read
Creole Tomato Pie
It's that time of year again when Creole tomatoes are starting to show up. I want to share with you a couple of new recipes for these...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 22, 20241 min read
Oak Alley Garlic Sautéed Shrimp
This week, we are taking a trip up the river to the most photographed plantation, Oak Alley. I will be sharing two of their shrimp...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 18, 20241 min read
Lamb Flatbread
I have yet to meet someone who doesn't like pizza. Here's a different spin on the Italian classic. Per Serving: 1 taco-sized flour...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 4, 20242 min read
Baked Stuffed Clams
As Julia Child once said, "I enjoy cooking with wine, sometimes I even put it in the food I'm cooking." With that in mind, here are two...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 22, 20241 min read
Oysters with Lemon-Cilantro Mignonette
Nothing taste better than an oyster, seconds after they have been shucked. For those who like a little accompaniment, here's a little...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 18, 20242 min read
Rockefeller-Stuffed Shrimp
Here's a big twist on Oysters Rockefeller. You can make this recipe either as an appetizer or entrée. Just use more shrimp per plate. 2...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 15, 20241 min read
Angels on Horseback Crostini
I am staying with appetizers this week. The first one is perfect right now, since oysters are at their peak. 6 slices bacon 1 tablespoon...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 11, 20241 min read
Cracklin' Deviled Eggs
Here's a new twist on stuffed eggs. The addition of cracklin' adds texture to the dish. 8 large hard-cooked eggs, peeled and halved...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 8, 20241 min read
Homemade Cracklin'
Here's another set of recipes which the first one is part of the second one. Of course, you could buy cracklin' at the store, but that's...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 28, 20231 min read
Creole Butter Glazed Crab Fingers
One of my most favorite appetizers is crab fingers. The ony problem is that here in Arkansas, you can only find the fired. Here's a...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 25, 20231 min read
Coconut Shrimp with Hot Pepper Jelly Glaze
Merry Christmas! This week, I thoughtI would share some appetizers for the New Years. First up, a twist on shrimp. Canola oil 24 jumbo...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 21, 20231 min read
Duck Poppers
One of the more popular appetizers these days are stuffed jalapeno peppers. Here's a different spin on Poppers. 4 ounces goat cheese 2...
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