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Alligator Marsala
Time to turn to my Italian roots. Marsala is a popular sauce appearing on veal and chicken. I thought why not alligator? I think you will...

Tommy Centola
Aug 20, 20201 min read


Alligator Kottwitz
This week, I want to take a look at the big dog of the swamp, the alligator. Most often you will find it fried. This week, I am taking...

Tommy Centola
Aug 17, 20201 min read


Deep-fried Chicken
Whenever I think of fried chicken, this is the version that comes to mind. When using a deep-fryer, it is better to dip the chicken into...

Tommy Centola
Aug 13, 20201 min read


Pan-Fried Chicken
Fried chicken is a Southern classic. Do you cook it in a pan or in a deep fryer. This week, I am sharing with you a recipe for both. Yes,...

Tommy Centola
Aug 10, 20202 min read


Louisiana Seafood Scampi
Here is a scampi recipe that combined shrimp and crawfish. This recipe is different that most, as rice is the vehicle that the seafood is...

Tommy Centola
Aug 6, 20201 min read


Seafood Chowder
With school getting ready to start, many people are looking for some quick and easy recipes for dinner. This week, I will share with you...

Tommy Centola
Aug 3, 20201 min read


Crawfish Remoulade Salad
This tasty recipe can be made with either crawfish or cooked shrimp. Either way, you will get a taste of New Orleans. Try it both ways...

Tommy Centola
Jul 30, 20201 min read


Olive Salad Brochette
The temperature is starting to rise. The Dog Days of Summer are upon us. This week, I am featuring two recipes with very little cooking....

Tommy Centola
Jul 27, 20201 min read


Chicken Étouffée from Paul Prudhomme
There is no one way to étouffée. Most of the étouffée recipes you find are made with seafood. Here is on from Chef Paul featuring a meat...

Tommy Centola
Jul 23, 20203 min read


Barbecued Shrimp from Paul Prudhomme
K-Paul's restaurant in the French Quarter has permanately closed. It was here that Paul Prudhomme shared his gifts with New Orleans. To...

Tommy Centola
Jul 20, 20201 min read
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