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Tommy Centola
Aug 24, 20201 min read
Banana Pancakes
It has been said by many that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. So I thought two breakfast dishes would make great...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 20, 20201 min read
Alligator Marsala
Time to turn to my Italian roots. Marsala is a popular sauce appearing on veal and chicken. I thought why not alligator? I think you will...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 17, 20201 min read
Alligator Kottwitz
This week, I want to take a look at the big dog of the swamp, the alligator. Most often you will find it fried. This week, I am taking...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 13, 20201 min read
Deep-fried Chicken
Whenever I think of fried chicken, this is the version that comes to mind. When using a deep-fryer, it is better to dip the chicken into...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 10, 20202 min read
Pan-Fried Chicken
Fried chicken is a Southern classic. Do you cook it in a pan or in a deep fryer. This week, I am sharing with you a recipe for both. Yes,...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 6, 20201 min read
Louisiana Seafood Scampi
Here is a scampi recipe that combined shrimp and crawfish. This recipe is different that most, as rice is the vehicle that the seafood is...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 3, 20201 min read
Seafood Chowder
With school getting ready to start, many people are looking for some quick and easy recipes for dinner. This week, I will share with you...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 30, 20201 min read
Crawfish Remoulade Salad
This tasty recipe can be made with either crawfish or cooked shrimp. Either way, you will get a taste of New Orleans. Try it both ways...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 27, 20201 min read
Olive Salad Brochette
The temperature is starting to rise. The Dog Days of Summer are upon us. This week, I am featuring two recipes with very little cooking....
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Tommy Centola
Jul 23, 20203 min read
Chicken Étouffée from Paul Prudhomme
There is no one way to étouffée. Most of the étouffée recipes you find are made with seafood. Here is on from Chef Paul featuring a meat...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 20, 20201 min read
Barbecued Shrimp from Paul Prudhomme
K-Paul's restaurant in the French Quarter has permanately closed. It was here that Paul Prudhomme shared his gifts with New Orleans. To...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 16, 20201 min read
Pasta Jambalaya from Mr. B's
Here is a recipe that has been copied at many restaurants. At Cannon's, we had our version of this dish. All others are just copies of...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 13, 20202 min read
Garlic Chicken from Mr. B's
I often find that my post are seafood heavy. I know there are many of you who don't or can't eat seafood. This week, I am sharing two...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 9, 20201 min read
Stewed Okra and Tomatoes
Okra and tomatoes area classic combination. This side dish is a great way to showcase these two vegetables. For a fresher take on this...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 6, 20201 min read
Roasted Okra and Peppers
I'm getting ready to head to the local Farmer's market. Every week, I walk among the booths to see the local bounty. Okra is often found...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 2, 20201 min read
Key Lime Cheesecake Tarts
I first discovered Key Limes on my first trip to Key West. Since then, I always make sure I have left room for a Key lime dessert. Here...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 25, 20201 min read
Pesto Sauce from Cannon's Restaurant
This is one of my favorite sauces. You can toss it into spaghetti, top grilled meat, or mix it into reduced heavy cream to make a pesto...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 22, 20201 min read
Lemon Sauce from Cannon's Restaurant
Time to reach into my collection for a couple of recipes from Cannon's restaurant. Today's is Lemon Sauce. It was used as an...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 18, 20201 min read
Caramel Pie
If you're looking for an easy dessert to make ahead of time, this is a good one. It takes some time but the directions are simple....
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Tommy Centola
Jun 15, 20201 min read
Strawberry Buttermilk Ice Cream
Time to feed our sweet tooth. There is nothing savory about this week's recipes. Both are intended for the end of one's meal, unless you...
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