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Finding inspiration from Farmer's market
If you haven’t taken a trip to Searcy’s Farmer’s Market, you don’t know what you’re missing. Every Saturday, from Late Spring to Late...

Tommy Centola
May 1, 20223 min read


Frozen Lemon Pie
This is one of my wife's favorite desserts. It's so refreshing after any meal, especially in the summertime. 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons...

Tommy Centola
Apr 28, 20221 min read


Grapefruit Tartlets
With summer around the corner, I thought a couple of citrus desserts would hit the spot. 2 cups sugar, divided 1/4 cups cornstarch 2...

Tommy Centola
Apr 25, 20222 min read


Seafood salads can accompany any meal
With the summer heat beating down, many people turn to dishes that are cool and refreshing. They want lots of flavor while not having to...

Tommy Centola
Apr 24, 20223 min read


Bayou Crawfish Bread
Here's a variation of crawfish bread that includes shrimp. It's a different take from recipes I have shared in the past. Pay attention...

Tommy Centola
Apr 21, 20221 min read


Crawfish and Spinach Bread Pudding
Crawfish season is probably my favorite food season. There is so much you can do with this crustacean. This week, I am paring them with...

Tommy Centola
Apr 18, 20221 min read


Elegant dishes featuring veal
In the 1880’s, there were a large number of immigrants that arrived in New Orleans from Sicily. Soon after, these new arrivals started to...

Tommy Centola
Apr 17, 20223 min read


Spicy Cajun Fried Catfish
A great way to add flavor to breaded foods is to use crushed potato chips. It not only adds flavor but texture as well. Here's a take on...

Tommy Centola
Apr 14, 20221 min read


Roasted Oysters with Crawfish Sauce
As you may have noticed, I like seafood. I find myself purposely looking for non-seafood dishes to post. But I always return to the...

Tommy Centola
Apr 11, 20221 min read


Side dishes for indoor, outdoor
Last time, I presented some pie recipes for outdoor gatherings. Along the same vein, I thought about side dishes that would be a great...

Tommy Centola
Apr 10, 20223 min read


Creole Sheet Pan Eggs
Here is a great way to prepare eggs for a crowd. It is also an easy cleanup in the kitchen. 16 large eggs 8 large egg whites 1 1/2...

Tommy Centola
Apr 7, 20221 min read


Artichoke Breakfast Pastry
Before our St. Patrick's parade, we always get together at someone's house for breakfast. Often casseroles are made to feel the group. O...

Tommy Centola
Apr 4, 20221 min read


Pies great option for outdoor dining
Now that the weather has made cooking out part of people’s entertainment options, I thought I would look at desserts that are perfect for...

Tommy Centola
Apr 3, 20223 min read


Cajun Wedding Soup
Most people have hurt of Italian Wedding Soup. Here's a Cajun twist on that classic. 8 ounces andouille sausage 1 cup diced yellow onion...

Tommy Centola
Mar 31, 20221 min read


Fennel Shrimp Chowder
I'm the type of person who eats soup year-round. This week, I want to share a couple of soups that are great for springtime. 3/4 cup...

Tommy Centola
Mar 28, 20221 min read


Assembling something special for Father's Day
For my Mother’s Day article, I assembled a menu that I would be proud to cook for my mother. Since Father’s day is approaching, I thought...

Tommy Centola
Mar 27, 20223 min read


Roast Leg of Lamb
Leg of lamb is a dish that brings back many memories. My grandmother used to invite me to dinner whenever she cooked a leg of lamb. She...

Tommy Centola
Mar 24, 20222 min read


Grilled Lamb Chops with Spring Herb Sauce
Lamb is an acquired taste. Most people are surprised at their first taste of lamb. They expect it to taste like beef and not have the...

Tommy Centola
Mar 21, 20221 min read


Have sweet potatoes for breakfast
Sweet potatoes have long been a staple on southern tables. From casseroles to pies, there are many ways to prepare sweet potatoes. One...

Tommy Centola
Mar 20, 20223 min read


Cajun Eggs Benedict
Here's a twist on the classic Eggs Benedict. Subbing out the Canadian bacon for Andouille sausage is a great twist. I wish I would have...

Tommy Centola
Mar 17, 20221 min read
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