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Tommy Centola
4 days ago1 min read
Slow Cooker Macque Choux
Let's continue with a few more crockpot recipes. Here's a Cajun classic side side. 1 pound frozen white shoe-peg corn 1 1/2 pounds...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 19, 20241 min read
Cane Syrup-Glazed Collard Greens
I love to cook with cane syrup. It is the perfect sweetner for almost any dish. Here's one that's great for any table. 1 tablespoon...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 16, 20241 min read
Spicy Brussels Sprouts
This week, I want to share a couple of different side dishes to bring to the holiday table. Let's start with Brussels sprouts. 2 pounds...
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Tommy Centola
Nov 7, 20241 min read
Buttermilk Biscuits
I am not a baker. However, there is nothing like freshly made biscuits right out of the oven. 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more as...
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Tommy Centola
Oct 14, 20242 min read
Creamy Mirliton Gratin
Time to revisit mirlitons. Here in Arkansas, they call them chayote squash. I get strange looks when I say mirliton. 6 mirlitons (8to 10...
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Tommy Centola
Sep 30, 20241 min read
Stone-Ground Grits
Here's another couple of recipes that you need the first one to complete the second one. Stone-ground grits are so much better than the...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 5, 20241 min read
Vegetable Kabob with Dill Marinade
Let's head back out to the grill this week. Thursday will be hte main course. Today is a side dish. 24 red new potatoes (halved if...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 29, 20241 min read
Spicy Guacamole
This week, we are going with a little Cajun Mexican Fusion. You will need today's recipe to complete Thursday's dish. 4 ripe avocados,...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 4, 20241 min read
Summer Pasta Salad
Everyone has their own version of pasta salad. I have shared a few with you myself. Here's one that doesn't contain any meats. 1/3 cup...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 1, 20241 min read
Creole Grilled Corn
With grilling time in full swing, here's a couple of side dishes this week. Let's start with one that is "grilled." 2 ears yellow corn in...
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Tommy Centola
May 23, 20241 min read
Cajun Roasted Potatoes
I love roasted potatoes. Just peel, quarter, season, and throw them in the oven. You can then concentrate on your main dish. If you wish,...
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Tommy Centola
May 20, 20241 min read
Spring Succotash
Main dishes do not make a meal. You need the side dishes to make things complete. Here are a couple to add to your next meal. 2 cups...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 4, 20241 min read
Spring Risotto
Risotto is like jambalaya as there are almost unlimited ingredients you can use in them. This one contains no meat. 6 tablespoons butter...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 1, 20241 min read
Citrus-Braised Turnips
With a name like Centola, you know I have Italian blood running through me. This week, here are a couple of Italian inspired side dishes....
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Tommy Centola
Mar 18, 20241 min read
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
Feb 29, 20242 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
Jan 25, 20241 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 22, 20241 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 1, 20241 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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Tommy Centola
Dec 14, 20231 min read
Pecan Hasselback Sweet Potatoes
Here's a great way to serve sweet potatoes to a large group. People will be amazed at your presentation of ordinary sweet potatoes. 1/2...
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