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Tommy Centola
Jun 18, 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....
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Tommy Centola
Jun 15, 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...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 26, 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...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 23, 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...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 16, 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...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 9, 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...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 6, 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....
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Tommy Centola
Dec 26, 20191 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...
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Tommy Centola
Oct 14, 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...
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Tommy Centola
Sep 23, 20191 min read
Pumpkin Bread
Today is the first day of Fall. Everywhere you turn, you see pumpkins. This week I am sharing 2 pumpkin recipes 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 19, 20191 min read
Coconut Flan
This week, I am focusing on recipes that have milk in them. The first one is sweet, the second one savory, 13 1/2 cups Milk 2 peeled...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 8, 20191 min read
Mixed Berry Crisp
This week, I am sharing two recipes that work well with grilled foods. The first on is a dessert and the second is a side dish. 2 3/4...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 4, 20191 min read
No-Cook Ice Cream
When it is hot, not many people want to stand in front of a stove, even to make ice cream. Here is a no-cook recipe. 2 (14-ounce) cans...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 1, 20191 min read
Cappuccino Ice Cream
We are now in July and the heat is getting bad. Time to make some ice cream to cool things off. 6 Egg Yolks 1/2 cup Sugar 3 tablespoons...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 13, 20191 min read
Fudge Pie
No, this is not a reprinting of my Mom’s fabulous Fudge Pie. This recipe is made using a pre-made pie shell. Different from what I am...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 10, 20191 min read
Strawberry Angel Food Cake
It’s dessert time again. This week, two dessert recipes. The first one is an easy to assemble dessert using fresh strawberries, which are...
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Tommy Centola
May 9, 20191 min read
Masson’s Almond Torte
This is a dish I never at at Masson’s. It does, however, remind me of the Mystere de Paris dessert at LeRuth’s. It was an almond torte...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 25, 20191 min read
Strawberry Dumplings
Sometimes you want to make a delicious dessert with out a whole lot of work. Here is a quick dessert you can whip up in under 30 minutes....
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Tommy Centola
Apr 22, 20191 min read
Strawberry Bread
It’s that time of year again. Strawberries are in season locally. Time to whip up a couple of recipes for these bright red berries. 2...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 14, 20191 min read
Left Handed Cookies and Cream King Cake
I fractured my right hand on Christmas Day. I always make a king cake for January 6th. With a little difficulty, here is the version I...
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