Tommy Centola
Braised Artichokes
Artichokes were a favorite of my mom's. With this weeks post falling on a sister's and brother's birthdays, I figured I would keep this...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 141 min read
Crawfish and Rice Stuffed Peppers
I know that leftover crawfish from boils are preferable for recipes. If you have to use frozen tails, make sure they are local products....
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Tommy Centola
Mar 71 min read
Roast Shoulder of Lamb with Rosemary
When cooking with wine, don't just grab the lowest price wine you can find. The rule of thumb is is you won't drink it, don't cook with...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 42 min read
Baked Stuffed Clams
As Julia Child once said, "I enjoy cooking with wine, sometimes I even put it in the food I'm cooking." With that in mind, here are two...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 292 min read
Sweet Potato Ravioli with Butter Sage Sauce
I know there are many people who don't like making fresh pasta. Whatever your reason is, here's a homemade ravioli that will change your...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 261 min read
Sweet Potato and Andouille Bisque
Often my recipes focus on the protein. Thie week, we will be focusing on the sweet potato. It is a great ingredient. 1/2 pound andouille...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 221 min read
Oysters with Lemon-Cilantro Mignonette
Nothing taste better than an oyster, seconds after they have been shucked. For those who like a little accompaniment, here's a little...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 191 min read
Pernod-Poached Oyster Stew
Before crawfish season kicks in, how about a couple of oyster recipes to end that season? 2 russet potatoes, peeled and quartered 2 cups...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 151 min read
Banana Nut Bread
Banana's are not my favorite. For some reason, I don't care for the flavor. Don't let that stop you from making this recipe. My wife...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 121 min read
Blueberry Muffins
As most of you know, I am not big on baking. I will do the occasional dessert and my style of King Cakes in season. My wife received...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 82 min read
Sweet Tea Oven-Fried Chicken
Sweet tea is a staple drink in the South. But why just drink it? In this recipe, it's the base for the brine for the chicken. 1 gallon...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 52 min read
Roasted Citrus Chicken with Creole Mustard Sauce
This cold weather is for the birds. With that in mind, how about a couple of yardbird recipes? 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs ( about 1...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 291 min read
Spicy Beef Gumbo
As cold as it has been, I know that gumbos have been gracing home kitchens. This week, I am featuring two non-seafood gumbos. 2 1/2...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 251 min read
Bacon Brown Rice
Does bacon make everything taste better? Try this recipe and see if it elevates rice. 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped 1 1/2 cups brown...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 221 min read
Lemon-Purple Rice
How about a couple of ways to jazz up your rice this week? These are great as a side with any dish. 1 3/4 cups water 2 teaspoons lemon...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 182 min read
Rockefeller-Stuffed Shrimp
Here's a big twist on Oysters Rockefeller. You can make this recipe either as an appetizer or entrée. Just use more shrimp per plate. 2...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 151 min read
Angels on Horseback Crostini
I am staying with appetizers this week. The first one is perfect right now, since oysters are at their peak. 6 slices bacon 1 tablespoon...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 111 min read
Cracklin' Deviled Eggs
Here's a new twist on stuffed eggs. The addition of cracklin' adds texture to the dish. 8 large hard-cooked eggs, peeled and halved...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 81 min read
Homemade Cracklin'
Here's another set of recipes which the first one is part of the second one. Of course, you could buy cracklin' at the store, but that's...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 11 min read
Herb-Pecan Rice
This week, I am sharing an entree and side. Here's the recipe for the rice 2 cups water 1 cup popcorn rice 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2...
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