Appetizers

Oysters Broiled in a Garlicky Herb Butter

Tommy Centola

Nov 17
1 min

Oysters Broiled in a Garlicky Herb Butter

Here's a take on Char Grilled Oysters. There's no need to light up your grill. Turn on your oven to broil and let's go. Rock salt 1 cup...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 10
1 min

Shrimp Orleans

I don't think there is a more versatile seafood than shrimp. With the abundance around south Louisiana, they are readily available. Here...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 6
1 min

Andouille Bites

Here's a quick and easy recipe. It's a great finger food. It will fit in perfectly for football parties. 2 pounds andouille sausage, cut...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 3
1 min

Andouille Chips and Beer-Cheese Dip

Andouille is my favorite sausage. This week, I will showcase it in twice as an appetizer. The first use is a different take on chips and...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 29
1 min

Shrimp and Crab Ceviche

In the immortal words of Bubba Blue, there are many ways to cook shrimp. This week, I'm sharing two. One I'm sure he's mentioned and...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 15
1 min

Zydeco Shrimp Kabobs

Let's head outside to the grill this week. Let's start with some shrimp on the barbe. New Orleans Style. 8 (12-inch) wooden skewers 24...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 21
1 min

Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls

One of my favorite childhood food memories was trying Sausage Balls for the first time. I had never tasted anything like it. Imagine my...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 9
1 min

Cherry Tomato Bruschetta

Here's an Italian version. This is the bruschetta that I think of when I hear that word. It's simple yet tasty. 3 pints cherry tomatoes 1...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 6
1 min

Arugula Pesto and Ricotta Crostini

A while back, I had posted a crostini recipe. Since they are great finger foods, they go great at picnics and cookouts. Here comes two...

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Tommy Centola

May 16
1 min

Crabmeat Remick

This week, let's talk about crabmeat. I will feature a crabmeat recipe from each of my cookbooks. To start today, here's one from my...

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Tommy Centola

May 5
1 min

Jambalaya Bites

Here's a twist on Boudin balls. You can use whatever you favorite jambalaya is. I used my traditional sausage jambalaya with cooked...

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Tommy Centola

May 2
1 min

Crab Maison Crostini

Often when invited to a family get together, I am asked to bring an appetizer or two. You can see where I'm going. Yes, this week, here...

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Tommy Centola

Apr 21
1 min

Bayou Crawfish Bread

Here's a variation of crawfish bread that includes shrimp. It's a different take from recipes I have shared in the past. Pay attention...

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Tommy Centola

Mar 7
1 min

Old-Time Hush Puppies

Fish Fry are popular during Lent. This week, I thought I would share a couple od side dishes that go great with fried fish. Let's start...

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Tommy Centola

Feb 28
1 min

Crawfish and Andouille Cornbread

Two of my favorite ingredients are crawfish and andouille. Soon, if they haven't already, yards around South Louisiana will be filled...

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Tommy Centola

Feb 21
2 min

Broiled Oysters

Before we start thinking of everything crawfish, how about a couple of oyster recipes. They are still in season. Get them before the...

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Tommy Centola

Feb 3
1 min

Baked Oyster with Gremolata

There are many variations of baked oysters. Here's a version that really lets the flavor of the oysters shine. 4 slices thick-cut bacon,...

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Tommy Centola

Jan 20
1 min

Blackened Alligator

This is a great dish as either an appetizer to entree. This tasty dish is a great way to bite the gator before it bites you. 2 pounds...

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Tommy Centola

Jan 17
1 min

Alligator Chili Frito Pie

Let's take a look at the big dog of the swamp, the alligator. No, t doesn't taste like chicken. The tender tail meat is great for any...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 20, 2021
1 min

Lemon-Thyme Shrimp Beggar's Purses

It's Christmas week. Lots of cooking will be happening. This week, I want to share a couple of appetizers. They are both great for...

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