Side Dish

Tommy Centola

Nov 71 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 142 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 301 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 51 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 291 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 41 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 11 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 231 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 201 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 41 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 11 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 181 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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Sweet Potato Ravioli with Butter Sage Sauce

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

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 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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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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Tommy Centola

Dec 11, 20231 min read

Bacon-Oyster Dressing

Let's continue this week with some side dishes for your Christmas dinner. Here's another different dressing. 6 strips thick-cut bacon,...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 7, 20231 min read

Italian Dressing with Sausage

After andouille, Italian sausage is my second favorite. Here's a dressing featuring Italian sausage. 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 cup...

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Tommy Centola

Dec 4, 20231 min read

Bread Dressing

This week, I want to share a couple of bread dressings for you dinner table. The first one is a basic one that you came make your own. 2...

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