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Coconut Cream Pie
This is my third consecutive pie recipe. A pie is one of the most comforting desserts. To put an end to 2020, we all can use a little...

Tommy Centola
Dec 31, 20201 min read


Key Lime Pie
It's been a tough year for many. I want to leave you a couple of sweet recipes to put a good ending to 2020. This week, a couple of pie...

Tommy Centola
Dec 28, 20201 min read


Amaretto Chocolate Chip Pie
After such a large meal, who has room for dessert? Here is a dessert that will please many at the table. Have a Merry Christmas! 3 eggs...

Tommy Centola
Dec 24, 20201 min read


Cane Syrup Snaps
How could I not include a recipe using my favorite sweetener, cane syrup. These cookies make excellent treats for trick or treaters. They...

Tommy Centola
Oct 29, 20201 min read


Lemon Chiffon Cheesecake
This week is Halloween. Since this year has given us many tricks, I thought it would be appropriate to share a couple of treats this...

Tommy Centola
Oct 26, 20201 min read


Praline Sauce
This is the praline sauce recipe from LeRuth's restaurant. It was used on top of ice cream with pecans for the praline ice cream. It is a...

Tommy Centola
Sep 24, 20201 min read


Butterscotch Sauce
This week, I am sharing two dessert sauces. Today's is butterscotch. It is an ingredient in the second recipe this week. What is the...

Tommy Centola
Sep 21, 20201 min read


Steen's Pecan Pie
I have always used light corn syrup when making pecan pie. Chef Frank Brigtsen uses dark corn syrup. I never thought to use cane syrup...

Tommy Centola
Sep 3, 20201 min read


Steen's Gateau de Syrup
I hope everyone is safe after the passing of Hurricane Laura. I know we can all use a little something to brighten up our days. This...

Tommy Centola
Aug 31, 20201 min read


Key Lime Cheesecake Tarts
I first discovered Key Limes on my first trip to Key West. Since then, I always make sure I have left room for a Key lime dessert. Here...

Tommy Centola
Jul 2, 20201 min read


Fresh Fruit with Minted Honey
The heat is starting to kick in here in Arkansas. the best way to end a summer meal is with a refreshing dessert. This week, I am sharing...

Tommy Centola
Jun 29, 20201 min read


Caramel Pie
If you're looking for an easy dessert to make ahead of time, this is a good one. It takes some time but the directions are simple....

Tommy Centola
Jun 18, 20201 min read


Strawberry Buttermilk Ice Cream
Time to feed our sweet tooth. There is nothing savory about this week's recipes. Both are intended for the end of one's meal, unless you...

Tommy Centola
Jun 15, 20201 min read


Chocolate Caramel Mousse from Chef Nick Rabalais
Chef Nick was the executive chef at the Fairmont Hotel, where the Chefs' Charity was held. He was able to share his recipes at the event...

Tommy Centola
Mar 26, 20201 min read


Pecan Breaded Fried Banana's with Vanilla Ice Cream from Nick Rabalais
With all the craziness going on, I figured we need a little sweetness in our life. This week, I am sharing two dessert recipes honoring...

Tommy Centola
Mar 23, 20201 min read


Bon Ton Cafe Bread Pudding
I had to include a recipe for their most popular dessert, Bread Pudding. It's a great way to end any meal. Farewell Bon Ton Cafe! 1 loaf...

Tommy Centola
Mar 16, 20201 min read


King Cake Monkey Bread from Taste of the South Magazine
3/4 cups granulated Sugar 2 teaspoons ground Cinnamon 2 (16.3-ounce) cans refrigerated biscuits, quartered and rolled into balls 1/2 cup...

Tommy Centola
Jan 9, 20201 min read


Mardi Gras Streusel Bread from Taste of the South Magazine
Today is January 6th, Kings Day. This is the day when the 3 kings visited the baby Jesus. It also signals the start of Carnival season....

Tommy Centola
Jan 6, 20201 min read


Satsuma Cane Syrup Pecan Pie
Here is a twist on a classic southern dessert. The addition of the satsuma juice makes this dish irresistible. It a great combination of...

Tommy Centola
Dec 26, 20191 min read


Coconut Tart from LeRuth’s
From one great chef to another. Last week was Chef Frank Brigtsen. This week is Chef Warren Leruth. My connection to the restaurant...

Tommy Centola
Oct 14, 20191 min read
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