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Blueberry Muffins
They say that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While I feel that the most important meals are ones in which the entire...

Tommy Centola
Oct 31, 20221 min read


Perfect time for oysters
I find that December and January are the perfect months for oysters. They often find their way to the holiday dinner tables. My family’s...

Tommy Centola
Oct 30, 20223 min read


Crepes Hope
In my first cookbook, I have recipes named for my my two dogs, Bruno and Abigail. Since my first book, we have gotten 2 standard poodles....

Tommy Centola
Oct 27, 20222 min read


Deep Fried Pecan Pies
This week, I'm reaching into my cookbook Creole & Cajun Comfort Food for a couple of desserts. Pecan pies are the only type of pies for...

Tommy Centola
Oct 24, 20221 min read


Different ways to make a roux
When the weather is cold, my thoughts often turn to gumbo. It is one of the iconic New Orleans dishes. With its infinite number of...

Tommy Centola
Oct 23, 20223 min read


Tamale Stuffed Bell Peppers
You can use almost anything to stuff bell peppers with. From seasoned meat to seafood, there's no wrong way to stuff these. Cane in point...

Tommy Centola
Oct 20, 20221 min read


Breakfast Tamale Frittata
Everyone ha heard of Taco Tuesday. I enjoy tacos here and there. This week, I want to feature another Mexican food staple, the tamale. We...

Tommy Centola
Oct 17, 20221 min read


Check the spices in your pantry
Dry spices and seasoning are a staple in kitchens. What many people don’t realize it that after 6 months, they start to lose their...

Tommy Centola
Oct 16, 20223 min read


Shrimp, Sausage and Tomato Jambalaya
Here is a good Creole jambalaya. You can use any tomatoes you like. Heirloom tomatoes give a extra tomato punch to the dish. 2...

Tommy Centola
Oct 13, 20221 min read


Shrimp Orleans
I don't think there is a more versatile seafood than shrimp. With the abundance around south Louisiana, they are readily available. Here...

Tommy Centola
Oct 10, 20221 min read


Making New Year's Day big food holiday
It’s time to bring out all those traditional New Year’s Day dishes. The centerpiece of my table is always a ham. It represents prosperity...

Tommy Centola
Oct 9, 20223 min read


Andouille Bites
Here's a quick and easy recipe. It's a great finger food. It will fit in perfectly for football parties. 2 pounds andouille sausage, cut...

Tommy Centola
Oct 6, 20221 min read


Andouille Chips and Beer-Cheese Dip
Andouille is my favorite sausage. This week, I will showcase it in twice as an appetizer. The first use is a different take on chips and...

Tommy Centola
Oct 3, 20221 min read


Dressing up a big meal
Christmas is here. I know all of the presents are bought and wrapped. It’s time to concentrate on the big meal. Whether it’s a turkey,...

Tommy Centola
Oct 2, 20223 min read


Spicy Glazed Drumsticks
Who does like a quick and simple dish. This recipe has only two ingredients. The cooking time depends on the size of the pieces that you...

Tommy Centola
Sep 29, 20221 min read


Sweet & Sour Alligator
When you glaze a protein, it always adds to the overall flavor of the dish. In that vein, I will feature two dishes with a glaze. The...

Tommy Centola
Sep 26, 20222 min read


Cooking a meal for dad
Today is a very important day for me. It’s my Dad’s birthday. I only had 11 years with him as he died way too soon. He was a loving,...

Tommy Centola
Sep 25, 20223 min read


Barbecued Pork n Beans
A cookout is not complete without beans. Here's a recipe in which the variations depend on the types of sauce and beans you use. 1/4 cup...

Tommy Centola
Sep 22, 20221 min read


Bacon Bleu Potato Salad
Football season is in full swing. This week, I'm sharing two recipes that are great side dishes for tailgating, whether you are at the...

Tommy Centola
Sep 19, 20221 min read


Making eatable gifts for Christmas
I know that everyone is in full swing with their Christmas present shopping. With the prices of everything going up, why not head to the...

Tommy Centola
Sep 18, 20223 min read
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