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Pickled Butternut Squash
This is a great addition to a salad or charcuterie board. 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 1/2 cups) 2 tablespoons kosher salt 10 sprigs fresh thyme 5 dried bay leaves 5 sliced fresh ginger 3 cups apple cider vinegar2 cups water 1 1/2 cups sugar 2 teaspoons fennel seed 1 teaspoon mustard seed 1 teaspoon black peppercorns 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper IN a large bowl, toss otgether squash and salt. Let stand at room temperature for 30 m

Tommy Centola
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Cajun Barbecue Sauce
Here's a slow cooker take on barbecue sauce. 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 large red onions, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 jalapeños,...

Tommy Centola
Oct 9, 20251 min read


Fresh Marinara Sauce
Let's continue with some sauces that are made in the crock pot. 3 pounds ripe tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 5...

Tommy Centola
Oct 6, 20251 min read


Cajun Brown Gravy
Here's a great sauce for poutry or beef. Canola oil 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 quarts beef stock 2 large onions, chopped 5 garlic...

Tommy Centola
Oct 2, 20251 min read


Cajun Velouté Sauce
This week, I want to share a couple of sauces that are made in a crock pot. The first is a Cajun Velouté Sauce. 2 sticks butter 1 cup...

Tommy Centola
Sep 29, 20251 min read


Cane Marinade
You will need this recipe for Thursday's. This marinade is also good for pork. 5 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/3 cup...

Tommy Centola
Aug 25, 20251 min read


Citrus Rum Sauce
Two recipes for one dish this week. Here's the sauce. 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup vegetable stock 4 tablespoons dark rum 4 tabespoons...

Tommy Centola
Aug 11, 20251 min read


Blueberry Spinach Salad
Salads don't have to be made with lettuce. Spinach and basil leaves make a tasty salad. 2 generous handfuls of baby spinach Blueberry...

Tommy Centola
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Spicy Pickled Okra
Okra is looking good at the Farmer's Market. You will need tiday's recipe for Thursday's. 6 cloves garlic, smashed 6 sprigs fresh dill 2...

Tommy Centola
Jul 21, 20251 min read


Spicy Mayonnaise
Another 2 part recipe this week. You can replace any mayonnaise with this recipe. 3/4 cup Blue Plate mayonnaise 1 tablespoon plus 1...

Tommy Centola
Jul 7, 20251 min read


Strawberry Vinaigrette
When strawberries are not in season, here's another option. The sweetness of the dressing is a great addition to a summer salad. 1/2 cup...

Tommy Centola
May 15, 20251 min read


Warm Peach and Bacon Vinagrette
With summer arriving, people are looking for lighter food options. This week, I want to feature a couple of fruit flavored dressings for...

Tommy Centola
May 12, 20251 min read


Tex-Mex Asian Marinade
Here's a marinade that fuses Tex-Mex and Asian cuisines. 2 tablespoons ground cumin seeds, toasted until fragrant 1 bunch cilantro...

Tommy Centola
May 8, 20251 min read


Louisiana Marinade
With grilling season upon us, I thought I would share a couple of marinades for the season. They are great for Flank Steak 6 cloves...

Tommy Centola
May 5, 20251 min read


Citrus Beurre Blanc
Plaquemines Parish cirtus crops are sunshine on these winter days. What better way to celebrate these fruits than a couple of recipes....

Tommy Centola
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Seafood Boil Seasoning
Here is a great seasoning for top of the stove boiling. It's perfect for boiling shrimp for shrimp remoulade. 1/4 cup lemon zest (about 8...

Tommy Centola
Dec 12, 20241 min read


Garlic Confit
Here's a recipe that produces two different ingredients. The garlic will have a milder and sweeter flavor. You are able to use it in any...

Tommy Centola
Dec 9, 20241 min read


Andouille Cream Gravy
Here's another set of recipes to make a completed dish. It's a great way to start your monring. 1/4 cup butter 4 ounces andouille...

Tommy Centola
Nov 4, 20241 min read


Stone-Ground Grits
Here's another couple of recipes that you need the first one to complete the second one. Stone-ground grits are so much better than the...

Tommy Centola
Sep 30, 20241 min read


Sweet & Sour Celery Seed Dressing
Chef Warren started his career developing salad dressings for Seven Seas. 3 tablespoons Catsup 2 tablespoons White Vinegar 1 tablespoon...

Tommy Centola
Sep 26, 20241 min read
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