Here's an oldie but a goodie. It was popular in the 1980's. 2 cups sugar 1 cup shortening 4 eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt...

This week, I want to feature some iconic cakes. Let's start with on from the 50's. 3 cups sifted cake or all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon...

If I had to choose between chocolate or caramel sauce on desserts, I will almost always choose the flavor of caramel. Caramel is a simply...

There are two schools of cornbread, sweet and non-sweet. This one falls into the second group. 6 tablespoons bacon drippings, divided 2...

This week, I want to share a couple of breads to complete your meals. 1 teaspoon canola oil 12 ounces andouille sausage, diced 1 1/2 cups...

I find that vegetables are often warmed up and served. That may be why people shy away from them. They should be treated like other...

Here's a slow cooker take on barbecue sauce. 3 tablespoons canola oil 2 large red onions, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 2 jalapeños,...

Let's continue with some sauces that are made in the crock pot. 3 pounds ripe tomatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 5...

Do you have a go to spice? After the Trinity (onions, bell peppers & celery) and garlic, basil is usually the next thing that I grab....

Here's a great sauce for poutry or beef. Canola oil 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 1/2 quarts beef stock 2 large onions, chopped 5 garlic...

This week, I want to share a couple of sauces that are made in a crock pot. The first is a Cajun Velouté Sauce. 2 sticks butter 1 cup...

It’s Carnival time! It’s the time of year when the New Orleans delicacy makes its appearance, the King Cake. As I usually share different...

Here's a recipe that looks fancy on a plate. It's a great way to show your culinary chops. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast 2...

Here's the suace for Thursday's recipe. It's great for light meats like chicken and pork. 3 tablespoons white wine 3 tablespoons white...

I hope that you had a wonderful Christmas. If you’re like me, you ate too much and have plenty of leftovers. After reheating a plate, you...

Smothered Pork Chops is a great comfort food. Pairing it with rice adds to the comfort. See if you agree. 6 pork chops, about 1 1/2-inch...

Here's a couple of dishes that include rice. Let's start with a seafood dish 1 stick butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 stalks celery,...

The holiday’s at the Centola house had its traditions. We would all gather at my mothers house either Christmas Day or Thanksgiving. For...

Here's a recipe for those who like to experiment with different peppers. 1 pound cleaned Louisiana shrimp 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon...

How about a copule of seafood tacos this week? I'll start with a twist on the Californian Fish Taco. 1 pound skinless Gulf fish fillets,...