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Tommy Centola
Mar 8, 20181 min read
Eggplant and Rice Dressing
Here is a twist on a New Orleans favorite Dirty Rice or Rice Dressing. The eggplant adds another layer of flavor to this traditional...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 5, 20181 min read
Louisiana Rice Salad
Louisiana is the third largest producer of rice in the US. It is a staple for every pantry. This week, I am sharing two rice based...
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Tommy Centola
Mar 1, 20181 min read
Drago’s Oyster Pasta
Drago’s is known as the creator of Chargrilled Oysters. However, long before this creation, oysters have always been featured prominently...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 26, 20181 min read
Acme’s Sherried Oysters
Since oysters are really good right now, how about 2 more oyster recipes? These recipes are from restaurants who know a few things about...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 22, 20182 min read
Oysters en Brochette from Galatoire’s
One of my favorite restaurants in the French Quarter is Galatoire’s. I remember my mother bringing my brother and sister there at a young...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 19, 20181 min read
Chargrilled Oysters from Acme Oyster House
The world’s mine oyster according to Falstaff in Shakespeare’s play The Merry Wives of Windsor. Of course in New Orleans, we know all...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 15, 20181 min read
Mona’s Peach Dessert
I have no recollection of this dish. Reading it does bring some wonderful memories. Just seeing my Mom’s handwriting again fills my...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 12, 20181 min read
Mona’s Spinach Casserole
With my two recipes this week, I will have reached 700 recipes posted on my website. Racking my brain to come up with two special...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 8, 20181 min read
Bloody Mary
Here is a classic cocktail that is said to cure a hangover. So this is a perfect creation for Carnival. 1 1/2 ounces Vodka 3 ounces...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 5, 20181 min read
Pralines and Cream Cocktail
With Mardi Gras right around the corner, I thought this week I would feature a couple of adult beverages to go with he season. This first...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 1, 20181 min read
Oysters Bordelasie from Drago’s Restaurant
If raw oysters is not your style, here is a baked oyster recipe from a man who knows a little something about oysters, Tommy Cvitanovich....
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Tommy Centola
Jan 29, 20181 min read
Oh, Momma! Oysters from Frank Davis
Now is a great time for oysters. This past Friday, I opened my first oysters here in Arkansas. I have ordered fresh oysters in the shell...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 25, 20181 min read
White Bean Soup
In New Orleans, white beans seem to take a back seat to red beans. Here is a quick soup using the tasty white bean. 3 tablespoons...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 22, 20181 min read
Cream of Leek and Tasso Soup
Today, I am staring out my window in Arkansas looking at the snow on the ground. With the temperature maybe getting into the 2o’s, I...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 18, 20181 min read
Cream of Oyster and Artichoke Soup from Marcelle Beinvenu
Here is Marcelle’s take on a classic New Orleans soup. 1 stick Butter 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon All-purpose Flour 3/4 cup Onions, chopped...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 15, 20181 min read
Oyster Casserole from Marcelle Bienvenu
I am surprised that I have not included more recipes from Marcelle Bienvenu. For over 30 years, she has been sharing her South Louisiana...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 12, 20181 min read
Frozen Creole Cream Cheese
Here is a quick Creole Cream Cheese Ice Cream. It does not require an ice cream machine to make it. 4 pints Creole Cream Cheese 1 cup...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 8, 20181 min read
Creole Cream Cheese
Creole cream cheese is a delicacy found in New Orleans. Sometimes hard to find, it’s flavor keeps you going back for more. Since I can’t...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 4, 20181 min read
Louisiana Salsa
Here is a dip perfect for Game Day. It is a quick recipe to throw together. The Green Goddess Dressing has a New Orleans background. Chef...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 1, 20181 min read
Rum & Cola Chicken Wings
The Playoffs are upon us. My Saints will be playing this week. This week, here are a couple of recipes for gameday. 3 pounds Chicken...
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