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Shrimp Cornbread from Chef Frank Brigtsen
This week, I am featuring 2 recipes from Chef Frank Brigtsen. He is one of the best chef’s in Louisiana. He is also very generous with...

Tommy Centola
Oct 7, 20191 min read


Pumpkin Bread
Today is the first day of Fall. Everywhere you turn, you see pumpkins. This week I am sharing 2 pumpkin recipes 3 1/2 cups All-Purpose...

Tommy Centola
Sep 23, 20191 min read


Cheesy Pecan Wafers
What is the first thing you think of when someone says pecans? If you are like me, it’s pecan pie. This week, I am sharing with you two...

Tommy Centola
Sep 9, 20191 min read


Vinaigrette Dressing
It is a busy week for me. This week, I am featuring two home made salad dressings. 1 cup Olive Oil 1 cup Vegetable Oil 3/4 cup Salad...

Tommy Centola
Aug 12, 20191 min read


Crab and Corn Pudding
Since you will still have 1/2 pound of crabmeat on your hands from the enchilada recipe, here is a side item that will use up the extra...

Tommy Centola
Aug 12, 20191 min read


Strawberry Bread
It’s that time of year again. Strawberries are in season locally. Time to whip up a couple of recipes for these bright red berries. 2...

Tommy Centola
Apr 22, 20191 min read


Cracklin Cornbread
Cornbread is a staple here in Arkansas. I wonder how the locals would feel about this dish. 1/4 cup Bacon Drippings 1 cup Flour 1 cup...

Tommy Centola
Apr 4, 20191 min read


Italian Cheese Bread by Marcelle Bienvenu
Here is an excellent bread to serve with any meal. Don’t confuse it with Garlic Bread. There are more flavors here than just a hint of...

Tommy Centola
Feb 7, 20191 min read


Marinated Mixed Vegetables from Marcelle Bienvenu
This week, I am sharing 2 recipes for the queen of Cajun cooking, Marcelle Bienvenu. Both of these side dishes are great accompaniments...

Tommy Centola
Feb 4, 20191 min read


Mardi Gras Cole Slaw
This week, I am sharing a couple of colorful recipes to round out a Mardi Gras celebration. For the salad: 4 cups chopped Red Cabbage 2...

Tommy Centola
Jan 21, 20191 min read


Classic Red Beans and Rice from Leah Chase
If you are not sure who Leah Chase is, google her. The Queen of Creole Cooking is still going strong at 95 years young. This week, I will...

Tommy Centola
Sep 4, 20181 min read


Sweet Potato Cornbread Mini Muffins
While looking thru my kitchen equipment, I ran across some muffin tins. Since I am not a big baker, they don’t get used much. This week,...

Tommy Centola
Jul 9, 20181 min read


Brigtsen’s Mashed Potatoes
Frank Brigtsen is a funny guy who gets serious when he is in the kitchen. It’s the smallest details that makes each of his dishes great....

Tommy Centola
Mar 29, 20182 min read


Sweet and Sour Slaw from Frank Brigtsen
If you have not eaten at Brigtsen’s, you don’t know what your are missing. It is a dining experience. Not only are you eating the food of...

Tommy Centola
Mar 26, 20181 min read


Mardi Gras Cole Slaw
Planning on having a Mardi Gras party. Here is a great side dish. It contains the traditional Mardi Gras colors: purple (actually the...

Tommy Centola
Mar 25, 20181 min read


Irish Soda Bread from Matt Murphy
Matt Murphy was the chef of the now closed Irish House. With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, I thought it would be appropriate to share...

Tommy Centola
Mar 12, 20181 min read


Eggplant and Rice Dressing
Here is a twist on a New Orleans favorite Dirty Rice or Rice Dressing. The eggplant adds another layer of flavor to this traditional...

Tommy Centola
Mar 8, 20181 min read


Mona’s Spinach Casserole
With my two recipes this week, I will have reached 700 recipes posted on my website. Racking my brain to come up with two special...

Tommy Centola
Feb 12, 20181 min read


Louisiana Salsa
Here is a dip perfect for Game Day. It is a quick recipe to throw together. The Green Goddess Dressing has a New Orleans background. Chef...

Tommy Centola
Jan 4, 20181 min read


Bacon-Fried Cabbage
Cabbage is eaten on New Years in hopes of having wealth for the year. This dish is welcome on any table any time of the year. 4 sliced...

Tommy Centola
Dec 28, 20171 min read


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