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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 91 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 51 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 21 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 222 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 192 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 11 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 172 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 271 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 241 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 201 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 172 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 131 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 32 min read


Chicken, Pork and Andouille Jambalaya
Jambalaya is my favorite comfort food. This makes it a perfect meal for after a day of parades. 2 tablespoons bacon drippings or canola...

Tommy Centola
Feb 272 min read


White Beans with Ham and Shrimp
White beans are just as popular as red beans in New Orleans. They are usually served as lunch specials on THirsday. 1 pound dried navy...

Tommy Centola
Feb 61 min read


Beef Brisket in Crock Pot
I usually use a pot roast when cooking in a crock pot. Here's a brisket recipe that's often requested. 3 yellow onions, thinly sliced...

Tommy Centola
Feb 31 min read


Carefree Shrimp Creole
Here is an easy way to make the cliche dish, Shrimp Creole. The shrimp goes in for the last hour of cooking, to not overcook them. 1/2...

Tommy Centola
Jan 301 min read


Easy Red Beans
Just the other day, a friend was looking for crock pot recipes. Noticing that I didn't have many on my website, I thought I would remedy...

Tommy Centola
Jan 271 min read


Salmon Croquettes
Here's a childhood favorite from my mom. I was always one of the first at the table when these were served. Fry: 1 tablespoon minced...

Tommy Centola
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Chicken Bonne Femme
Tomorrow, my cookbook is scheduled to be released. This week, I will share two recipes from You Can't Take New Orleans Out Of The Cook. 4...

Tommy Centola
Nov 11, 20241 min read
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