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Candied Sweet Potatoes from Paul Prudhomme
I thought I would dust off my cookbooks and share a couple of recipes from the master of Cajun Cooking Paul Prudhomme. They are both...

Tommy Centola
Apr 3, 20231 min read


Try chilled desserts during hot summer
A day without dessert is like a day without sunshine. Sometimes desserts call for warm bread pudding or a hot piece of apple pie. During...

Tommy Centola
Apr 2, 20233 min read


Creamy Crawfish Rice Casserole
There is a lost art in making a casserole. I know it's not something I often think of. It's a great way to cook for a gathering. 1/4 cup...

Tommy Centola
Mar 30, 20231 min read


Crawfish Quiche
Just back from a quick trip to New Orleans. I had so great boiled crawfish. I can only imagine how good those tails would be in this...

Tommy Centola
Mar 27, 20231 min read


Make light salad for dinner
Now that we have made our homemade salad dressings, we need some good salads to put them on. It’s summertime and everyone is looking for...

Tommy Centola
Mar 26, 20233 min read


Bayou Bloody Mary
Here's a Bloody Mary straight from the swamps. The use of pickled okra as a garnish is not new. adding the brine to the drink is. Smoked...

Tommy Centola
Mar 23, 20231 min read


Jalapeño Bloody Mary
Just getting back from my St. Patrick's parade. How about a couple of Bloody Mary recipes to keep the festivities going? 6 ounces tomato...

Tommy Centola
Mar 20, 20231 min read


Try Homemade Salad Dressings
I often say that homemade is superior to store bought. One product that people never think about making at home is salad dressings. It’s...

Tommy Centola
Mar 19, 20233 min read


Grilled Swordfish with Crawfish and Tasso
Swordfish is better grilled that sautéed. Here's a great dish that your family will be asking for more. 1/4 cup butter 2 teaspoons...

Tommy Centola
Mar 16, 20231 min read


Marinated Swordfish Kabobs
Time for some new fish dishes just in time for Lent. Swordfish is a tasty departure from the fish you find on every restaurant menu. 1...

Tommy Centola
Mar 13, 20231 min read


Three variations of Shrimp Alfredo
Shrimp Alfredo is one of the most popular seafood pasta dishes. The simple recipe of cream, cheese and seasonings have all the taste of a...

Tommy Centola
Mar 12, 20233 min read


Crawfish Nachos
How about a little Cajun Mexican fusion? It's not too far of a reach to add crawfish tails to nachos. Maybe next, it will be pizza. 14...

Tommy Centola
Mar 9, 20231 min read


Crawfish Kolaches
Springtime means one thing to me, Crawfish season. Here comes two new ways to prepare crawfish tails. 1 1/2 cups water (105 to 110℉) 1...

Tommy Centola
Mar 6, 20232 min read


Homemade pasta not that much extra work
Homemade is always better than store bought. I know that it is simpler to pick up dry pasta instead of making your own. While you can get...

Tommy Centola
Mar 5, 20233 min read


Hotel Butter
Here is a classic compound butter. It is often used on top of grilled steaks. It's a classic French cooking staple. 1 tablespoon fresh...

Tommy Centola
Mar 2, 20231 min read


Spicy Creole Butter
A compound butter is a great addition to a finished protein. They are simple to make. The flavor that they add to your dish will have you...

Tommy Centola
Feb 27, 20231 min read


Even if it's pricy, lets talk steak
I have been putting off the subject of steak for weeks now. I was hoping that prices would start to come down. That was some very wishful...

Tommy Centola
Feb 26, 20233 min read


Shrimp Salad Sliders
Who doesn't love a slider? These couple of bite sandwiches are all the rage.ON your imagination is the limit for the fillings of this...

Tommy Centola
Feb 23, 20231 min read


Angels on Horseback
How about a couple of appetizers or finger foods this week. This first one is a great use of oysters. Canola oil for frying 12 slices...

Tommy Centola
Feb 20, 20231 min read


Try new recipes with history
If you want to experience courtyard dining in New Orleans, head to the French Quarter. In my opinion, the Court of Two Sisters does...

Tommy Centola
Feb 19, 20233 min read
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