Appetizers

Tommy Centola

Jun 24, 2019
1 min

Sun-dried Tomato Grilled Shrimp

As hot as it is, many people are taking to their grills. So here comes two recipes for the grill. The first one involves Shrimp and the...

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Tommy Centola

May 3, 2019
1 min

Pan Sautéed Shrimp

Summertime usually calls for lighter dishes. This one fits the bill. It is also a quick dish to cook. 4 tablespoons Olive Oil 1...

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Tommy Centola

Apr 29, 2019
1 min

Shrimp Fricassee

I know that everyone is still boiling crawfish every chance they get. To get you ready for crawfish season to be over, this week, I will...

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Brewer’s Crabfingers from Abita Brew Pub

Tommy Centola

Apr 18, 2019
1 min

Brewer’s Crabfingers from Abita Brew Pub

One of my wife’s favorite appetizers is Fried Crab Claws. I like them as well, however, I also like them sautéed. I was happy to find...

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Tommy Centola

Apr 11, 2019
1 min

“Barbecue” Crawfish

As everyone in Louisiana knows, Barbecue crawfish is not prepared by grilling crawfish. This unique preparation was created in the...

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Crabmeat Sansbois from LeRuth’s 20th Anniversary Cookbook

Tommy Centola

Mar 11, 2019
1 min

Crabmeat Sansbois from LeRuth’s 20th Anniversary Cookbook

On Thursday this week, I will post my 800th recipe. Trying to think of recipes to showcase the week, I turned to my first place of...

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Tommy Centola

Mar 7, 2019
1 min

Garlic Grilled Shrimp

Hopefully the last cold spell has left us. Time to crank up the grills with this shrimp entree. 2 pounds Louisiana Shrimp (21-25 count)...

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Frank’s Grill-Pan Curried Shrimp from Frank Davis

Tommy Centola

Feb 11, 2019
1 min

Frank’s Grill-Pan Curried Shrimp from Frank Davis

Last week, I featured Marcelle Bienvenu. The week, I am featuring 2 shrimp dishes from Frank Davis. The Sauce 1 cup plain low fat Yogurt...

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Tommy Centola

Jan 31, 2019
1 min

Fried Potato-Crusted Oysters

I find that using potato flakes to coat the oysters adds another layer of texture and flavor to regular fried oysters. You can use...

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Tommy Centola

Nov 15, 2018
1 min

Oysters Casino

Oysters Casino are often found on menus that offer numerous baked oysters. Variations can be found among the varieties of oysters 2-2-2....

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Oysters Maxwell from Juban’s Restaurant in Baton Rouge

Tommy Centola

Nov 12, 2018
1 min

Oysters Maxwell from Juban’s Restaurant in Baton Rouge

While I am not a clod weather person, I do have a reason to look forward to winter. It is the best time of the year for oysters. This...

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Tommy Centola

Nov 8, 2018
1 min

Cheese Straws

This is a great appetizer for any gathering. It goes especially well with cocktails. 1 stick Butter 2 cups sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated 1...

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Tommy Centola

Nov 4, 2018
1 min

Coconut Shrimp

Here is a dish that is found on some restaurant menus. The sweetness of the shrimp along with the coconut, makes this a great...

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Tommy Centola

Oct 29, 2018
1 min

Shrimp Boulettes

Shrimp is a very versatile seafood. Available year round, it is always easy to get your hands on fresh shrimp.This week, I am sharing two...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 29, 2018
1 min

Crabmeat Quesadillas

Quesadillas are a quick versatile dish. Usually, it is cheese (and sometimes meats) in a tortilla and cooked. Here is a little Creole...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 23, 2018
1 min

Andouille Stuffed Mushrooms

Here is a recipe from my hopefully soon to be published second cookbook. Stuffed mushrooms are on of my wife’s favorite appetizers. Most...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 20, 2018
1 min

Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Saturday night at the Centola house meant my dad cooking hamburgers. This is a tradition that has been kept alive by myself and my...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 21, 2018
1 min

Savory Rice Calas

Here is a take on the traditional sweet calas. The addition of the protein of your choice makes this a great traditional New Orleans...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 7, 2018
1 min

Jalapeno Poppers

You can find this item on numerous menus. Most of the time, they are using a premed item that they are just dropping into the fryer. here...

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Tommy Centola

May 10, 2018
1 min

Stuffed Softshell Crab Bake

Here is a very different way to prepare soft-shell crabs. Most people will fry or sauté them. This recipe adds plenty of flavor to the...

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