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Marinated Tomatoes
Are you looking to take your recipes to the next level? This week, I'm sharing two recipes that will do just that. 1/2 cup extra-virgin...

Tommy Centola
Aug 14, 20231 min read


Crabmeat and Avocado Salad
It's crab season. Since crab is so versatile, this week I will share both a cold and warm application. 3 large Creole tomatoes, halved 3...

Tommy Centola
Aug 7, 20231 min read


Black and Blue Fruit Salad
It's berry season. Blue and black berries are plentiful. Here's a couple of recipes for those fresh picked treats. 2 cups fresh...

Tommy Centola
Jul 24, 20231 min read


Spicy Vinaigrette
Vinaigrettes were know as French dressing in the 19th century. Today it closely resembles Italian Dressing. Here's a kicked-up version....

Tommy Centola
Jul 6, 20231 min read


Lemon-Parmesan Dressing
We are deep in the heat of summer. Many people turn to lighter dishes, such as salads. This week, I have a couple of different salad...

Tommy Centola
Jul 3, 20231 min read


Accordion-Style Creole Tomatoes au Gratin
If this were a potato it would be referred to as Hasselback. The slicing of the tomato allows it to cook more inside. 6 medium-sized...

Tommy Centola
May 11, 20231 min read


Barbecued Pork n Beans
A cookout is not complete without beans. Here's a recipe in which the variations depend on the types of sauce and beans you use. 1/4 cup...

Tommy Centola
Sep 22, 20221 min read


Bacon Bleu Potato Salad
Football season is in full swing. This week, I'm sharing two recipes that are great side dishes for tailgating, whether you are at the...

Tommy Centola
Sep 19, 20221 min read


Summer Tomato Salad
Most people like to eat lighter during the summer. Salads are a common choice on a hot day. Here's one that is sure to please. 1/4 cup...

Tommy Centola
Aug 4, 20221 min read


Cajun Popcorn Salad
If you have a dish on a restaurant menu that accounts for 10% of the entree sales, it's a hit. 15 % makes it a star. At Cannon's, the...

Tommy Centola
Jun 2, 20221 min read


Uptown Salad
Summer is here. Usually our food desires turn to lighter things. This week, I want to share with you two salad recipes from Cannon's...

Tommy Centola
May 30, 20221 min read


Grilled Potato Salad
Here's a potato salad that you can serve either warm or cold. It's a great addition to any meal. 3 pounds baby Dutch yellow potatoes,...

Tommy Centola
Mar 10, 20221 min read


Fennel and Orange Salad
Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. I thought this week I would share 2 side dishes that would be a new addition to your holiday table....

Tommy Centola
Nov 15, 20211 min read


Tropical Shrimp Salad
Who wants to cook in the middle of summer. The heat down south is just unbearable. Here's a cool salad to help chase that heat away. 1...

Tommy Centola
Jul 22, 20211 min read


Crawfish Potato Salad
I was surprised that I did not have this recipe already posted. I know we are past crawfish season. This is a great side dish any time of...

Tommy Centola
Jun 24, 20211 min read


Feast of the Seven Fishes Dish 2 Fried Green Tomatoes with Crabmeat Remoulade
This dish represents the salad course for this feast. Nothing is more Southern than Fried Green Tomatoes. Topping it with Crabmeat...

Tommy Centola
Dec 3, 20201 min read


Crawfish Remoulade Salad
This tasty recipe can be made with either crawfish or cooked shrimp. Either way, you will get a taste of New Orleans. Try it both ways...

Tommy Centola
Jul 30, 20201 min read


Shrimp and Rice Salad from Marcelle Bienvenu
With all this craziness going on, we are not allowed to get together in a large group to celebrate spring. When we do, there will be...

Tommy Centola
Mar 30, 20201 min read


Steen's Cane Syrup Vinaigrette
I thought I would change things up this week by sharing a Vinaigrette recipe and a Dipping Sauce Recipe. Today's recipe is from Chef Cory...

Tommy Centola
Mar 2, 20201 min read


Caesar Dressing
Did you know that the Caesar Salad and Dressing was created by an Italian immigrant working in Mexico? Here is the recipe from Cannon’s...

Tommy Centola
Aug 15, 20191 min read


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