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Poached Eggs
People in New Orleans really know how to start the day. Whether it's breakfast or brunch, poached eggs are a staple on the menu. While...

Tommy Centola
Mar 14, 20221 min read


Transform tortillas into seafood treat
Since I’m not the biggest Mexican food eating fan, enchiladas tend to be my go-to dish when we eat out. This simply prepared dish consist...

Tommy Centola
Mar 13, 20223 min read


Grilled Potato Salad
Here's a potato salad that you can serve either warm or cold. It's a great addition to any meal. 3 pounds baby Dutch yellow potatoes,...

Tommy Centola
Mar 10, 20221 min read


Old-Time Hush Puppies
Fish Fry are popular during Lent. This week, I thought I would share a couple od side dishes that go great with fried fish. Let's start...

Tommy Centola
Mar 7, 20221 min read


Getting ready for entertaining outdoors
Now that warmer weather has finally made its way to Arkansas, it’s time for entertaining outdoors to start. Whether it’s a pool party,...

Tommy Centola
Mar 6, 20223 min read


Crawfish, Shrimp and Andouille Pastalaya
One of the dishes I love to eat and cook is crawfish Pastalaya. It's fun to bring it to another level by adding andouille and shrimp. See...

Tommy Centola
Mar 3, 20221 min read


Crawfish and Andouille Cornbread
Two of my favorite ingredients are crawfish and andouille. Soon, if they haven't already, yards around South Louisiana will be filled...

Tommy Centola
Feb 28, 20221 min read


Check Label when going gluten-free
Unlike the Keto diet, which I wrote about recently, eating gluten-free is not a diet choice. It’s a way of life. For those who have...

Tommy Centola
Feb 27, 20223 min read


Oyster Spaghetti
I'm not sure who was the first person to combine oysters with spaghetti. It's a great combination that can be done many different ways....

Tommy Centola
Feb 24, 20221 min read


Broiled Oysters
Before we start thinking of everything crawfish, how about a couple of oyster recipes. They are still in season. Get them before the...

Tommy Centola
Feb 21, 20222 min read


Cooking something special for mom
Mother’s Day is approaching. It’s been many years since I was able to cook for my mom. Which got me thinking, what would I cook for her...

Tommy Centola
Feb 20, 20223 min read


Frozen Bourbon Milk Punch
Here's a twist on the traditional eye-opener. This version's from the Bourbon House. If you have never eaten there, you are really...

Tommy Centola
Feb 17, 20221 min read


Big Easy Martini's
With Mardi Gras in full swing, how about a couple of adult beverages this week. These New Orleans inspired drinks are a great way to...

Tommy Centola
Feb 14, 20221 min read


Two popular dishes from unique restaurant
In a city full of unique restaurants, Arnaud’s, in the French Quarter, certainly falls into that category. Opened in 1918 by a wine...

Tommy Centola
Feb 13, 20223 min read


Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding
Here's a dessert to satisfy your chocolate lovers out there. The two different chip flavors combines the world of regular and white...

Tommy Centola
Feb 10, 20221 min read


Sweet Potato Bread Pudding with Praline Sauce
Valentine's Day is coming up. Dessert is a main part of my meal planning for that day. This week, I want to share two bread pudding...

Tommy Centola
Feb 7, 20221 min read


Three ways to utilize boudin
Boudin is not your traditional sausage. The main ingredients are rice and pork. This cooked rice dressing is stuffed into sausage...

Tommy Centola
Feb 6, 20223 min read


Baked Oyster with Gremolata
There are many variations of baked oysters. Here's a version that really lets the flavor of the oysters shine. 4 slices thick-cut bacon,...

Tommy Centola
Feb 3, 20221 min read


Snapper En Papillote
How about some seafood this week? Today we'll take a stab at a traditional New Orleans preparation for fish, En Papillote. Let's head to...

Tommy Centola
Jan 31, 20221 min read


Putting Cajun twist on Easter dinner
Easter is coming up. Time to make plans for this glorious day. These days, our family celebrates Easter with a crawfish boil. In New...

Tommy Centola
Jan 30, 20223 min read
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