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Andouille Cream Gravy
Here's another set of recipes to make a completed dish. It's a great way to start your monring. 1/4 cup butter 4 ounces andouille...

Tommy Centola
Nov 4, 20241 min read


Shrimp Clemenceau
This version is based on the one found at Dooky Chase. It is a staple on their menu. 1/2 cup butter 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced...

Tommy Centola
Oct 31, 20241 min read


Shrimp-Stuffed Mirliton
Time to head to the Gulf for some fresh shrimp. There are so many ways to prepare them. Here's two more this week. 8 large mirlitons 1...

Tommy Centola
Oct 28, 20242 min read


Brownies
As you know, I am no baker. Here's a brownie recipe that doesn't use a premade mix 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup...

Tommy Centola
Oct 24, 20241 min read


Garlic Butter Chicken
This week, I am on vacation, spending time with Peggy and some dear friends. This week, I am sharing a couple of recipes from our friend...

Tommy Centola
Oct 21, 20241 min read


Mirliton Slaw
Here's a twist on cole slaw. The crunchness of the fresh mirlitons, radishes and carrots really makes this dish. 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon...

Tommy Centola
Oct 17, 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


Dark Oyster Stew
Most oyster soups are light in color. This one uses a dark roux for a deeper flavor. 1/2 cup butter 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup...

Tommy Centola
Oct 10, 20241 min read


Pecan Soup
It's almost soup season. Here's a couple of new takes on soup. 1/2 cup butter 1 cup chopped leek ( white and light green parts only)...

Tommy Centola
Oct 7, 20241 min read


Shrimp and Grits with White Wine Sauce
There are so many different ways to make Shrimp and Grits. You can almost guarantee that if I find it on a menu, I will order it. Here's...

Tommy Centola
Oct 3, 20241 min read
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