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Antoine’s & Galatoire’s Remoulade Sauces
These two restaurants have served many Shrimp Remoulade in their history. As two of the oldest restaurants in the city, these Grand Dames...

Tommy Centola
Jul 6, 20171 min read
Brennan’s & Commander’s Palace Remoulade Sauces
Last week, I had two recipes with shrimp in them. The most unique New Orleans shrimp dish is Shrimp Remoulade. Every restaurant has their...

Tommy Centola
Jul 3, 20171 min read
Crab and Shrimp Lasagna
Garfield the cat loves lasagna. I wonder if he has ever tried a seafood version. I know this would knock his paws off. 2 cups Parmesan...

Tommy Centola
Jun 29, 20172 min read
Louisiana Abita BBQ Shrimp
One of the many things I miss about New Orleans is the fresh seafood. It was easy to drive to Westwego to pick up some fresh shrimp for...

Tommy Centola
Jun 26, 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
Peach Soup
Peaches are a wonderful summer ingredient. Although you can use frozen peaches, fresh peaches are especially good this time of year....

Tommy Centola
Jun 19, 20171 min read
Sautéed Soft-Shell Crabs from Galatoire’s
This is as classic as it gets. This simply prepared dish is habit forming. 12 large Soft-Shell Crabs 4 cups All-Purpose Flour 2 cups...

Tommy Centola
Jun 15, 20171 min read
Soft-Shell Crab Basilica from Andrea’s
Right now is a great time of the year for Soft-Shell Crabs. This week, I am featuring two recipes from New Orleans area restaurants using...

Tommy Centola
Jun 12, 20171 min read
Blueberry Pancakes
Here is a great summertime breakfast. You can also use frozen blueberries to enjoy this dish year round. 2 Eggs 2 cups Buttermilk 2 cups...

Tommy Centola
Jun 8, 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
Grillades and Grits From Kevin Belton
Here is Kevin’s take on the classic Brunch dish. He uses a choice of beef or pork instead of the traditional veal. 8 (4 ounce) pieces of...

Tommy Centola
Jun 1, 20172 min read
Crab & Corn Bisque from Kevin Belton
Since 1980, the New Orleans School of Cooking has been teaching locals and tourist the finer points of Creole cooking. Led by Kevin...

Tommy Centola
May 29, 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
Stuffed Creole Tomato Salad
Here is a great dish that can be served as an appetizer as well as a salad. 1/2 cup Cucumber, diced 1/2 cup Celery, diced 1/4 cup Onion,...

Tommy Centola
May 18, 20171 min read
Creole Tomato and White Bean Salad
As the weather gets warmer, it gets hotter in the kitchen. This week, I will share with you two recipes that require no cooking. They...

Tommy Centola
May 15, 20171 min read
Vegetable Kabobs
Not often enough do I offer vegetarian recipes. Here is a great one for the grill. 3 small Zucchini, each about 6 inches long, cut...

Tommy Centola
May 11, 20171 min read
Shrimp and Garlic Kabobs
Summer is almost here. Time to break out the grills. This week, two kabob recipes for your outdoor cooking and dining. 12-16 large Garlic...

Tommy Centola
May 8, 20171 min read
Creole Succotash
This is a great addition to any meal. 1 tablespoon Canola Oil 1 small Onion, minced 1 clove Garlic, minced 4 ears corn, kernels cut off...

Tommy Centola
May 4, 20171 min read
Artichoke Balls
This week, I am switching my focus to vegetables. There is no meat of any kind in these recipes. The first one would feel at home in my...

Tommy Centola
May 1, 20171 min read
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