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Swordfish Steak au Poivre
If you're looking for a light dish from the grill, here's a good one. It also works great with tuna. 4 tablespoons multicolored...

Tommy Centola
Aug 14, 20251 min read


Peggy's Shrimp and Grits
There are so many ways to make Shrimp and Grits. This is my most recent version. My wife liked it so much, she allowed me to name it...

Tommy Centola
Jul 31, 20251 min read


Chicken Enchiladas
Here's a couple of dishes that I have been playing around with in my kitchen . 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, small diced 1...

Tommy Centola
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Roasted Shrimp PoBoys
Here's a change of pace from a fried shrimp poboy. 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1...

Tommy Centola
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Lemon Ginger Pasta
Here's a light pasta dish that perfect for the hot summer months. 20 bags lemon-ginger herbal tea 1 teaspoon salt 1 pound thin spaghetti...

Tommy Centola
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Corn Bread Crab Cakes with Hot Pepper Glaze
Now that crawfish season has run its course, time to move on to Crab season. Two recipes this week featuring the sweet meat from this...

Tommy Centola
Jun 30, 20252 min read


Lobster Gnocchi
I know that lobster is not found in local waters. Lobster is still a highlight of the week when I have it for a meal. 2 pounds sheep's...

Tommy Centola
Jun 26, 20251 min read


Creole Shrimp Fajitas
Let's continue the fresh bell pepper theme. One entree recipe and one drink recipe this week. 1 pound peeled and deveined extra-large...

Tommy Centola
Jun 9, 20251 min read


Grilled Andouille with Grilled Pepper Relish
Gourmet hot dogs are something that hasn't found it's way to Arkansas. In New Orleans, however, you have Dat Dog. Here's a recipe that...

Tommy Centola
Jun 5, 20251 min read


Boudin-Stuffed Bell Peppers
Bell peppers are a versitle ingredient. It is a mainstay in Creole and Cajun cooking, being part of the Holy Trinity. This week, I am...

Tommy Centola
Jun 2, 20251 min read


Chicken with Smoked Bacon and Creole Tomato Sauce
Here's a great chicken recipe of week night meals. 4 slices thick-cut smoked bacon 1 large onion, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, thinly...

Tommy Centola
May 22, 20252 min read


Spicy Grilled Quail with Grilled Peaches
Here's a recipe for those who like cooking poultry other than just chicken on the grill. Double it up with some sweet griled peached. 6...

Tommy Centola
May 19, 20252 min read


Stewed Chicken
This is comfort food at its finest. It's a great meal for when you have other work to do around the house. 5pound stewing hen, cut into...

Tommy Centola
May 1, 20251 min read


Ham and Ricotta Pillows with Brown Butter Sage Sauce
If you think making homemade pasta is too difficult, here's an alternative. You can use wonton wrappers to replace pasta sheets. 15...

Tommy Centola
Apr 17, 20252 min read


Shrimp Cakes
I am known for my Crab Cakes. Here's a twist on that classic. Canola Oil 1/2 cup minced onion 1/2 cup minced celery 1/2 cup minced green...

Tommy Centola
Mar 27, 20251 min read


Cassoulet
Here is a traditional French dish. To add a New Orleans flare, I am using Italian sausage as the meat component. 4-16 ounce cans white...

Tommy Centola
Mar 24, 20251 min read


Creole Pot Roast Piquant
Lately, I have been cooking my roast in a slow cooker. Here's a more traditional recipe for in the oven 1/4 cup potato starch 2 teaspoons...

Tommy Centola
Mar 20, 20251 min read


Cajun Shepard's Pie
Happy St. Patrick's day. New Orleans has a large Irish contingent. I thought I would share an Irish dish with a Cajun twist. 1 pound...

Tommy Centola
Mar 17, 20252 min read


Crawfish Taco Filling
Fish Tacos are all the rage in California. Why use fish when you can use the local state crustation? 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 yellow...

Tommy Centola
Mar 13, 20251 min read


Crawfish Frittata
Crawfish season is in full swing. If, and that's a big if, you have crawfish leftover from your boil, this week I am sharing a couple of...

Tommy Centola
Mar 3, 20252 min read
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