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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...

Tommy Centola
Apr 22, 20191 min read
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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...

Tommy Centola
Jan 14, 20191 min read
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Peanut Butter Balls
This is taken straight from the column. Here is another childhood favorite. I remember making these with my mom when I was young. The...

Tommy Centola
Nov 29, 20181 min read
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Peppermint Bark
As you may know, I write a weekly food column for my local paper. I just finished a column on Holiday Candy. This week, I will share two...

Tommy Centola
Nov 26, 20181 min read
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Rum or Brandy Balls
The holidays are quickly approaching. This week, I am sharing two recipes that are great for holiday parties. One is a dessert and one is...

Tommy Centola
Nov 5, 20181 min read
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Peanut Butter Cream Pie from Emeril
Another recipe I found in the cookbook is from Emeril. It used a family favorite ingredient, peanut butter. 8 ounces Cream Cheese, room...

Tommy Centola
Oct 25, 20181 min read
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Chocolate Mousse Cake from the Versailles Restaurant
I was looking thru my Chef’s Charity for Children cookbook from 1993. I found two dessert recipes that I think you will like. The first...

Tommy Centola
Oct 22, 20181 min read
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Coffee Custards
This dish can be served two ways. After you finish the recipe, which is great on its own, you may sprinkle sugar on top and brûlée the...

Tommy Centola
Oct 4, 20181 min read
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Chewy Pecan Bars
Here is a cross between a pecan log, cake and brownies. I hope you enjoy it. 1 (16.5 ounce) package of Yellow Cake Mix 1/2 cup Butter,...

Tommy Centola
Sep 13, 20181 min read
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Spiced Pecans
Pecans are starting to ripen and fall off of their trees. This week, here are a couple of recipes for those pecans. This first one is...

Tommy Centola
Sep 10, 20181 min read
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Lemon Squares
One of my favorite dessert flavors is Lemon. It helps refresh after a meal. How about a recipe for Lemon Squares? 1 3/4 cup All Purpose...

Tommy Centola
Aug 9, 20181 min read
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Coffee Toffee Brownies
This week, I will help you satisfy your sweet tooth. These desserts are great for parties as well as a quick snack. 1/2 cup Margarine...

Tommy Centola
Aug 6, 20181 min read
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Cinnamon Ice Cream
Cinnamon has some great medical benefits. It is loaded with antioxidants, has anti-inflammantory properties and helps lower blood sugar....

Tommy Centola
Jul 19, 20181 min read
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Burnt Sugar Ice Cream
It’s really starting to get hot here in Arkansas. One of the best ways to cool off is be eating ice cream. This week, I will share with...

Tommy Centola
Jul 16, 20181 min read
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Blueberry Cheesecake
Cheesecake is one of my favorite desserts. Here is one with Blueberries, which re excellent this time of year. Pecan Crust: 1 1/2 cups...

Tommy Centola
May 24, 20181 min read
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Caramel Pie
Time to indulge your sweet tooth. This week, I am sharing two desserts that are sure to please. This first one shows you how to make a...

Tommy Centola
May 21, 20181 min read
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Mona’s Peach Dessert
I have no recollection of this dish. Reading it does bring some wonderful memories. Just seeing my Mom’s handwriting again fills my...

Tommy Centola
Feb 15, 20181 min read
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Frozen Creole Cream Cheese
Here is a quick Creole Cream Cheese Ice Cream. It does not require an ice cream machine to make it. 4 pints Creole Cream Cheese 1 cup...

Tommy Centola
Jan 12, 20181 min read
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Creole Cream Cheese
Creole cream cheese is a delicacy found in New Orleans. Sometimes hard to find, it’s flavor keeps you going back for more. Since I can’t...

Tommy Centola
Jan 8, 20181 min read
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Pumpkin and Brie Stuffed Crescents
Every time I see a wheel of Brie cheese, I think of my sister-in-law Denny. For most family gatherings, she would prepare a Brie en...

Tommy Centola
Dec 14, 20171 min read
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