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Fig Preserves from Warren Leruth
Figs are in the middle of their second season, running from August to October. This native Louisiana product is best made into preserves...

Tommy Centola
Sep 4, 20171 min read
Old-Tyme Blueberry Cobbler from Frank Davis
Summertime is the best time for Blueberries. Frank surely knew this when he included this recipe in his book, Making Good Groceries. 1...

Tommy Centola
Aug 17, 20171 min read
Blueberry Sherbet from Frank Davis
This week, I am remembering Frank Davis. These two blueberry recipes are from his book, Making Good Groceries. This first recipe is an...

Tommy Centola
Aug 14, 20171 min read
Pineapple Sage Watermelon Sorbet
Here is a refreshing dessert for these hot summer days. 1 cup Pineapple Sage Leaves, loosely packed 5 cups Watermelon, seedless and...

Tommy Centola
Jul 27, 20171 min read
Peach Crisp
Peaches are perfect for dessert. Their sweetness makes a perfect end to a summer meal. 1 1/4 pounds Peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced 1...

Tommy Centola
Jun 22, 20171 min read
Cajun Blackberry Dumplings
Summer is here and it’s the best time for fresh berries. So this week, I will feature two berry dishes. The first one features...

Tommy Centola
Jun 6, 20171 min read
Peach Vanilla Ice Pops
Here is a flavor of ice pop that I’ll bet you did not have growing up. 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons Sugar 4 cups sliced peeled ripe peaches...

Tommy Centola
May 25, 20171 min read
Mint Limeade Ice Pops
To continue on last weeks theme, here are two hot weather recipes. Both of them are upgrades on a old time summer treat, Ice Pops. You...

Tommy Centola
May 22, 20171 min read
Almond Amaretto Mousse
I love the flavor of Amaretto. This mousse is full of its flavor. 1 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Butter 4 Eggs, separated 1/2 cup Half and Half 1/2...

Tommy Centola
Apr 13, 20171 min read
Banana Foster Bread Pudding
Having spent the weekend of March 31-April 1 at Hogs for the Cause, I feel the need to post two dessert recipes. I’ll bet you thought It...

Tommy Centola
Apr 10, 20171 min read
Chocolate Paté
This one is for my Chocoholics. This recipe is from Chef Duke LoCicero. 2 1/2 ounces Bittersweet Chocolate, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup...

Tommy Centola
Mar 23, 20171 min read
Key Lime Cheesecake
This week, it is time to satisfy your sweet tooth. Key Lime is a great ingredient. You can find the juice in any grocery store. 2 cups...

Tommy Centola
Mar 20, 20171 min read
Galette de Rois ( Cake of Kings, French King Cake)
I was blessed with a mom who loved to cook and encouraged my family to cook. Whenever my family gets together, it is a feast. I am not...

Tommy Centola
Feb 9, 20172 min read
Chocolate Raspberry Napoleons
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Here is a a great recipe for you and your valentine. 9 sheets Phyllo Dough Vegetable Cooking...

Tommy Centola
Feb 6, 20171 min read
Skillet Peach Cobbler
Here is a wonderful dessert made in a Cast Iron Skillet. 6 cups sliced fresh Peaches 2 1/4 cups Sugar, in all 1/4 cup Water 1 1/4 cups...

Tommy Centola
Jan 12, 20171 min read
Chocolate Chip Cookies
This is not an original recipe. It is straight off of the Nestle’s Chocolate Chip bag. The reason that I am posting it is this is the...

Tommy Centola
Dec 1, 20161 min read
Chocolate Cookies
The last recipe I posted was Praline Cookies, which got me thinking. Many people do cookie exchanges for the Christmas Holidays. So this...

Tommy Centola
Nov 28, 20161 min read
Praline Cookies
Here is a great dessert or a snack with coffee. It is a quick and easy cookie. 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons Butter, melted 1...

Tommy Centola
Nov 23, 20161 min read
Blackberry Shortcake with Mascarpone
Blackberries hold a special place in my heart. My grandmother, Ole Dellucky, had a blackberry tree growing in her yard. Often, we would...

Tommy Centola
Sep 15, 20161 min read
Coffee & Chicory Creme Brulee
I enjoy making creme brulee. It is a very elegant dessert that is not really hard to make. However, your guest think that you are a rock...

Tommy Centola
Sep 12, 20161 min read
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