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Cajun Mac and Cheese
Mac and Cheese is a favorite among children. Here's a grown-up version. 14 ounces andouille, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 cup chopped red...

Tommy Centola
Jun 19, 20251 min read


Bacon-Wrapped Okra
I'm always looking for different sides to spice up dinnertime. There's a couple of new onew this week. 8 ounces goat cheese, softened 2...

Tommy Centola
Jun 16, 20251 min read


Potato Salad
This week, I want to share some good down home cooking. Let's start with a traditional outdoor dining staple, Potato Salad. 4 large...

Tommy Centola
Apr 28, 20251 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...

Tommy Centola
Feb 10, 20251 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...

Tommy Centola
Dec 19, 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...

Tommy Centola
Dec 16, 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...

Tommy Centola
Nov 7, 20241 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...

Tommy Centola
Oct 14, 20242 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...

Tommy Centola
Sep 30, 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...

Tommy Centola
Aug 5, 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,...

Tommy Centola
Jul 29, 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...

Tommy Centola
Jul 4, 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...

Tommy Centola
Jul 1, 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,...

Tommy Centola
May 23, 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...

Tommy Centola
May 20, 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...

Tommy Centola
Apr 4, 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....

Tommy Centola
Apr 1, 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...

Tommy Centola
Mar 18, 20241 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...

Tommy Centola
Feb 29, 20242 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...

Tommy Centola
Jan 25, 20241 min read
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