Tommy Centola
Drunkin' Shrimp Ceviche
Here's a ceviche with a little kick to it in two ways. First, is the tequila. Second is the addition of jalapeños. 2 1/2 pounds peeled,...
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Tommy Centola
- May 22
- 1 min
Redfish & Shrimp Ceviche
With the weather getting warmer, how about a cool dish to start your meal. This week, two Ceviche dishes that both contain shrimp. 1...
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Tommy Centola
- May 4
- 1 min
Grilled Shrimp Scampi
Scampi is one of my favorite ways to cook shrimp. Here's a great recipe of your next cookout. This recipe is per serving. 1 tablespoon...
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Tommy Centola
- May 1
- 1 min
Poached (Boiled) Shrimp
I know crawfish is the start at this time of year. However, I love to eat shrimp for a change of pace. How about 2 shrimp recipes this...
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Tommy Centola
- Mar 13
- 1 min
Marinated Swordfish Kabobs
Time for some new fish dishes just in time for Lent. Swordfish is a tasty departure from the fish you find on every restaurant menu. 1...
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Tommy Centola
- Mar 9
- 1 min
Crawfish Nachos
How about a little Cajun Mexican fusion? It's not too far of a reach to add crawfish tails to nachos. Maybe next, it will be pizza. 14...
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Tommy Centola
- Mar 6
- 2 min
Crawfish Kolaches
Springtime means one thing to me, Crawfish season. Here comes two new ways to prepare crawfish tails. 1 1/2 cups water (105 to 110℉) 1...
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Tommy Centola
- Feb 23
- 1 min
Shrimp Salad Sliders
Who doesn't love a slider? These couple of bite sandwiches are all the rage.ON your imagination is the limit for the fillings of this...
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Tommy Centola
- Feb 20
- 1 min
Angels on Horseback
How about a couple of appetizers or finger foods this week. This first one is a great use of oysters. Canola oil for frying 12 slices...
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Tommy Centola
- Feb 16
- 1 min
Oysters with Lemon-Cilantro Mignonette
In my opinion, the best way to cook an oyster is to not cook them at all. There is nothing like eating a raw oyster seconds after you...
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Tommy Centola
- Feb 2
- 1 min
Crawfish Hand Pies
The big game is coming up. I prefer finger foods while watching the commercials. Isn't that the real reason most people watch the Super...
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Tommy Centola
- Jan 30
- 1 min
Debris Grilled Cheese
How about one more use of Debris? Very often I make grilled cheese with a meat component inside. Why not use Debris? Roast Beef Debris (...
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Tommy Centola
- Jan 23
- 1 min
Sweet Potato Cheese Fries with Debris
I guess you could consider this Cajun Poutine. I wonder if Canada regrets kicking the Cajuns from their land? 1 (20-ounce) bag frozen...
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Tommy Centola
- Nov 17, 2022
- 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, 2022
- 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, 2022
- 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, 2022
- 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, 2022
- 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, 2022
- 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, 2022
- 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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