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Salted Caramel and Chocolate King Cake
Chocolate and caramel are a great combination. Let's try it with a King Cake. 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons...

Tommy Centola
Jan 16, 20252 min read


Salted Caramel Sauce
If nectar is not a flavor you care for, don't worry. This week, I will share a different flavor for the King Cake Dough. Here's the sauce...

Tommy Centola
Jan 13, 20251 min read


Cooking from memories
New Orleans history is full of characters that seem larger than life. One of them was Al Copeland. He was the founder of numerous...

Tommy Centola
Jan 12, 20253 min read


Nectar Cream King Cake
One of the most New Orleans flavors is Nectar. It was developed locally. Often found as a snowball flavor, it's unique combination of...

Tommy Centola
Jan 9, 20252 min read


King Cake Dough
Happy King's Day! Since I don't live in South Louisiana, I always have to make my own King Cakes. This week, I am sharing a made from...

Tommy Centola
Jan 6, 20251 min read


Different ways to prepare crawfish
I just returned from a trip to New Orleans to march in a St. Patrick’s parade. As much fun as that was, it was almost overshadowed by the...

Tommy Centola
Jan 5, 20253 min read


Candied Citrus
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup red currant jelly Supremes of 6 to 8 oranges In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water...

Tommy Centola
Jan 2, 20251 min read


Citrus Beurre Blanc
Plaquemines Parish cirtus crops are sunshine on these winter days. What better way to celebrate these fruits than a couple of recipes....

Tommy Centola
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Celebrating birthdays in kitchen
Today is the birthday of one of my brothers, Ken. When it comes to cooking, Ken is more like my dad than any of us. My dad would cook...

Tommy Centola
Dec 29, 20243 min read


Salted Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Here's a tasty sauce. There are too many uses to list them all. No need to go Bubba Blue by listing them all. 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping...

Tommy Centola
Dec 26, 20241 min read


Creole Caramel Popcorn
This week, I want to showcase the flavor of caramel. Today's recipe is a tasty snack. 6 tablespoons canola oil 2/3 cup popcorn kernels 1...

Tommy Centola
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Perfect finishing touch to Creme Brûlée
I was not a very mischievous child growing up. While in the kitchen cooking, you get to do three things that you were taught not to do:...

Tommy Centola
Dec 22, 20243 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
Elevate Frog Legs
I wish my wife liked frog legs. She said that she used to eat them when she was younger. Since she is not a fan, I don’t eat them as...

Tommy Centola
Dec 15, 20243 min read


Seafood Boil Seasoning
Here is a great seasoning for top of the stove boiling. It's perfect for boiling shrimp for shrimp remoulade. 1/4 cup lemon zest (about 8...

Tommy Centola
Dec 12, 20241 min read


Garlic Confit
Here's a recipe that produces two different ingredients. The garlic will have a milder and sweeter flavor. You are able to use it in any...

Tommy Centola
Dec 9, 20241 min read


Three easy baking recipes
I am not a baker. I don’t have the patience for it. You have to be precise when it comes to measuring your ingredients. The hardest thing...

Tommy Centola
Dec 8, 20243 min read


Pomegranate Mojito Cocktail
The Pomegranate juice and mint simple syrup give this drink a festive feel. 1/4 cup rum 1/4 cup pomegranate juice 2 tablespoons fresh...

Tommy Centola
Dec 5, 20241 min read


MInt Simple Syrup
With the holidays here, I thought I would share a new beverage. It's perfect for the season. Today, I am sharing one of the ingredients....

Tommy Centola
Dec 2, 20241 min read
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