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Mardi Gras Pasta Salad
Here is a meatless pasta salad that goes great with anything. It is a great accompaniment to a PoBoy sandwich. 1 pounds Fusilli Pasta 1/2...

Tommy Centola
Jan 24, 20191 min read


Mardi Gras Cole Slaw
This week, I am sharing a couple of colorful recipes to round out a Mardi Gras celebration. For the salad: 4 cups chopped Red Cabbage 2...

Tommy Centola
Jan 21, 20191 min read


King Cake Cocktail
I found this recipe on Louisiana Kitchen and Culture’s website. Just another way to enjoy the flavors of King Cake. KING CAKE COCKTAIL 1...

Tommy Centola
Jan 17, 20192 min read


Left Handed Cookies and Cream King Cake
I fractured my right hand on Christmas Day. I always make a king cake for January 6th. With a little difficulty, here is the version I...

Tommy Centola
Jan 14, 20191 min read
Plan ahead for your 4th of July picnic
The fourth of July is a great day for a picnic. Many towns have firework displays to celebrate the nation’s birthday. It’s a great day to...

Tommy Centola
Dec 9, 20183 min read


Root Beer-Glazed Ham from Tom Fitzmorris
This is taken directly from my article This recipe is adapted from New Orleans food critic, Tom Fitzmorris. It is one of his most request...

Tommy Centola
Dec 6, 20181 min read


Creole Orange Ham Glaze
I just finished an article on Hams for Christmas. This week, I will share tow of the ham glaze recipes. Creole Orange Glazed Ham 1...

Tommy Centola
Dec 3, 20181 min read
A Different take on Cooking Class Dishes
There are many of things to do in the city of New Orleans. One of the popular attractions is the New Orleans School of Cooking. Located...

Tommy Centola
Dec 2, 20183 min read


Peanut Butter Balls
This is taken straight from the column. Here is another childhood favorite. I remember making these with my mom when I was young. The...

Tommy Centola
Nov 29, 20181 min read


Peppermint Bark
As you may know, I write a weekly food column for my local paper. I just finished a column on Holiday Candy. This week, I will share two...

Tommy Centola
Nov 26, 20181 min read
Desserts do not need to be Complex
Everyone loves dessert. Whether it is chocolate, fruits, pie, cake or ice cream, most people has a sweet tooth. Many would like to eat...

Tommy Centola
Nov 25, 20183 min read


Spinach Salad with Satsumas
Here is a spinach salad that is straight from the bayou. 1 bag Spinach leaves 1/2 small Red Onion, thinly sliced 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes 1...

Tommy Centola
Nov 23, 20181 min read


Satsuma Onion Salad
Satsumas are Louisiana’s best winter crop. They are best in the month of December. This week, I will share two quick sides using this...

Tommy Centola
Nov 20, 20181 min read


Oysters Casino
Oysters Casino are often found on menus that offer numerous baked oysters. Variations can be found among the varieties of oysters 2-2-2....

Tommy Centola
Nov 15, 20181 min read


Oysters Maxwell from Juban’s Restaurant in Baton Rouge
While I am not a clod weather person, I do have a reason to look forward to winter. It is the best time of the year for oysters. This...

Tommy Centola
Nov 12, 20181 min read


Quick Kabobs for Father’s Day
June 18th is Father’s Day. I would love to honor my father with some of his great recipes. However, he did very little of the cooking in...

Tommy Centola
Nov 11, 20183 min read


Cheese Straws
This is a great appetizer for any gathering. It goes especially well with cocktails. 1 stick Butter 2 cups sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated 1...

Tommy Centola
Nov 8, 20181 min read


Rum or Brandy Balls
The holidays are quickly approaching. This week, I am sharing two recipes that are great for holiday parties. One is a dessert and one is...

Tommy Centola
Nov 5, 20181 min read


Coconut Shrimp
Here is a dish that is found on some restaurant menus. The sweetness of the shrimp along with the coconut, makes this a great...

Tommy Centola
Nov 4, 20181 min read


Shrimp Boulettes
Shrimp is a very versatile seafood. Available year round, it is always easy to get your hands on fresh shrimp.This week, I am sharing two...

Tommy Centola
Oct 29, 20181 min read
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