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Cajun Shrimp and Rice
Here's a couple of dishes that include rice. Let's start with a seafood dish 1 stick butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 stalks celery,...

Tommy Centola
Sep 151 min read


Shrimp Tacos
Here's a recipe for those who like to experiment with different peppers. 1 pound cleaned Louisiana shrimp 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon...

Tommy Centola
Sep 111 min read


Gulf Fish Tacos
How about a copule of seafood tacos this week? I'll start with a twist on the Californian Fish Taco. 1 pound skinless Gulf fish fillets,...

Tommy Centola
Sep 81 min read


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 141 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 311 min read


Chile-Lime Crab Claws
One of my wife's favorite appetizers are Fried Crab Claws. There a lighter recipe using crab claws. 3 tablespoons cane vinegar 3...

Tommy Centola
Jul 171 min read


Tomato-Shrimp Shooters
With all this heat, we need dishes that are refreshing and cool. This week, I have two appetizer recipes that fit this bill. 1/2 cup...

Tommy Centola
Jul 141 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 101 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 31 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 302 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 261 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 91 min read


Popcorn Crawfish with Spicy Red Pepper Sauce
Fried crwfish tails have been around for a while. Paul Prudhomme gave them the name of Cajun Popcorn. Their popularity has skyrocketed...

Tommy Centola
Apr 241 min read


Crawfish Cheese Fries
As the season starts to wind down, here are a couple of crawfish appetizers that are great with either fresh or frozen crawfish tails. 32...

Tommy Centola
Apr 211 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


Frank Brigtsen's SOS Grilled Oysters
Here's Frank's take on Char-Grilled Oysters. 1 quart oysters, in liquor (36 oysters needed) 1 1/2 sticks butter, softened 2 cloves...

Tommy Centola
Feb 201 min read


Frank Brigtsen's SOS Barbecue Shrimp
Oyster shells are impossible to find in Arkansas. Luckly, there are SOS oyster shells. These stainless steel, reuseable shells are...

Tommy Centola
Feb 171 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


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


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


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