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Smoked Paprika and Buttermilk Cornbread
There are two schools of cornbread, sweet and non-sweet. This one falls into the second group. 6 tablespoons bacon drippings, divided 2...

Tommy Centola
2 days ago1 min read


Andouille Corn Muffins
This week, I want to share a couple of breads to complete your meals. 1 teaspoon canola oil 12 ounces andouille sausage, diced 1 1/2 cups...

Tommy Centola
5 days ago2 min read


Cajun Barbecue Sauce
Here's a slow cooker take on barbecue sauce. 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 large red onions, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 jalapeños,...

Tommy Centola
Oct 91 min read


Fresh Marinara Sauce
Let's continue with some sauces that are made in the crock pot. 3 pounds ripe tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 5...

Tommy Centola
Oct 61 min read


Cajun Brown Gravy
Here's a great sauce for poutry or beef. Canola oil 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 quarts beef stock 2 large onions, chopped 5 garlic...

Tommy Centola
Oct 21 min read


Cajun Velouté Sauce
This week, I want to share a couple of sauces that are made in a crock pot. The first is a Cajun Velouté Sauce. 2 sticks butter 1 cup...

Tommy Centola
Sep 291 min read


Chicken and Country Ham Roll-ups
Here's a recipe that looks fancy on a plate. It's a great way to show your culinary chops. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast 2...

Tommy Centola
Sep 252 min read


Rosemary Beurre Blanc
Here's the suace for Thursday's recipe. It's great for light meats like chicken and pork. 3 tablespoons white wine 3 tablespoons white...

Tommy Centola
Sep 221 min read


Smothered Pork Chops and Rice
Smothered Pork Chops is a great comfort food. Pairing it with rice adds to the comfort. See if you agree. 6 pork chops, about 1 1/2-inch...

Tommy Centola
Sep 181 min read


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


Baked Chicken Drumettes
I'm a big fan of chicken wings. I find that drumettes are a cleaner to eat than wings. 3 pounds chicken drumettes 1/3 cup olive oil 1 1/2...

Tommy Centola
Sep 41 min read


Baby Back Ribs
It's that time of the year again, Tailgating season. Here's a couple of recipes for your next event. 1 rack baby back ribs Creole...

Tommy Centola
Sep 11 min read


Cane-Marinated Chicken Kebobs
As we approach labor day, here's a dish for your cookout. 2 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs Cane Marinade (See Monday) 8...

Tommy Centola
Aug 282 min read


Cane Marinade
You will need this recipe for Thursday's. This marinade is also good for pork. 5 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1/3 cup...

Tommy Centola
Aug 251 min read


Chicken Salad Remoulade Croissants
Remoulade sauce is not just for shrimp. It makes a great dipping sauce. Here's a different protein to showcase. 3 pounds boneless...

Tommy Centola
Aug 211 min read


Toasted Hot Bacon, Cheese, Basil & Tomato Sandwich
This week, i want to feature a couple of sandwiches. 2 ripe tomatoes Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 pound thick sliced bacon, cooked 8...

Tommy Centola
Aug 181 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


Citrus Rum Sauce
Two recipes for one dish this week. Here's the sauce. 1 cup dry white wine 1/2 cup vegetable stock 4 tablespoons dark rum 4 tabespoons...

Tommy Centola
Aug 111 min read


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