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Tommy Centola

Aug 5, 20211 min read

Coq au Vin

Here is one of the most cliché of French dishes, Coq au Vin. It really needs no introduction. So I won't write one. Chicken, cut into...

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Tommy Centola

Aug 2, 20211 min read

Poulet Fromage from La Provence

New Orleans and the surrounding areas are known for their great restaurants. Unfortunately many of them are no longer opened. La Provence...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 29, 20211 min read

Blueberry Ice Cream

With it being so hot right now, ice cream is a great way to end a meal. It's also a great treat to try to beat the heat. Blueberries make...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 26, 20211 min read

Blueberry Dumplings from Frank Davis

I was walking through the Farmer's Market Saturday looking at all the fresh produce and fruits. One vendor was selling blueberries. Since...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 22, 20211 min read

Tropical Shrimp Salad

Who wants to cook in the middle of summer. The heat down south is just unbearable. Here's a cool salad to help chase that heat away. 1...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 19, 20211 min read

Spicy Smothered Shrimp

Shrimp is a very versatile protein. Just ask Bubba Blue from the movie Forrest Gump. As he and forrest are scrubbing the floor with a...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 15, 20211 min read

Roast Beef PoBoys with Debris

I have many of fond memories for Roast Beef PoBoys. They were served every Friday, except during lent, for lunch in high school. Served...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 12, 20211 min read

Chicken Parmesan PoBoys

If you need to be told what a PoBoy is, you are definitely not from New Orleans. They key to a good PoBoy is the French bread. I wish I...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 8, 20211 min read

Bacon Marmalade

Here is a take on Bacon Jam. The major difference is the inclusion of tomatoes. It's not as sweet as Bacon Jam but you can use the two...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 5, 20211 min read

Candied Spiced-Rum Bacon

This week, I was to feature two recipes from my favorite part of a pig, Bacon. I don't think I have ever met someone who doesn't like...

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Tommy Centola

Jul 1, 20211 min read

Mustard-Ancho Rub

This grill blend has a little kick to it. I like the combination of the ancho powder and the smoked paprika. This blend is great for...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 28, 20211 min read

Lemon-Basil Rub

Walk down the spice isle in your local supermarket. There you will find many pre-made grill rub and seasoning blends. While I have tried...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 24, 20211 min read

Crawfish Potato Salad

I was surprised that I did not have this recipe already posted. I know we are past crawfish season. This is a great side dish any time of...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 21, 20211 min read

Sweet Potato Puffs

This week, I want to share a couple of side dishes. Today's features sweet potatoes. This is a great dish to make ahead of time before...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 17, 20211 min read

Alligator Creole

This recipe is from my cookbook, Creole & Cajun Comfort Food. Alligator is the big dog of the Louisiana swamps. Not a fish, an alligator...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 14, 20211 min read

Frog Legs Sauce Piquante

Let's take a trip to the swamps of Louisiana. This week, I want to feature 2 dishes using proteins found in this area. Today, I will...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 10, 20211 min read

The Guitreau from Mike Andersons

When I first heard of Mike Anderson's, this is the dish that was suggested. It is named after Bo Guitreau, the famous restaurant...

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Tommy Centola

Jun 7, 20211 min read

Crabmeat au Gratin from Mike Anderson's

Mike Anderson used to have a restaurant in New Orleans. The former All-American Linebacker from LSU now has restaurants in Baton Rouge...

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Tommy Centola

May 31, 20211 min read

Strawberry Mascarpone Pie

I wanted to share something sweet this week. I found a couple of pie recipes that will definitely hit the spot. Time to slice it up. 1...

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Tommy Centola

May 27, 20211 min read

Shrimp & Tasso Sauté

Let's combine American's favorite seafood, shrimp, with my favorite sausage, andouille. This quick sauté is a great dish served over rice...

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