Appetizers 3/15

Tommy Centola

Feb 2, 20231 min read

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, 20231 min read

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, 20231 min read

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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Oysters Broiled in a Garlicky Herb Butter

Tommy Centola

Nov 17, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20221 min read

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, 20222 min read

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, 20221 min read

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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