Tommy Centola
Creole Butter Glazed Crab Fingers
One of my most favorite appetizers is crab fingers. The ony problem is that here in Arkansas, you can only find the fired. Here's a...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 25, 20231 min read
Coconut Shrimp with Hot Pepper Jelly Glaze
Merry Christmas! This week, I thoughtI would share some appetizers for the New Years. First up, a twist on shrimp. Canola oil 24 jumbo...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 18, 20231 min read
Crawfish Cardinale Tarts
For opening presenst, my family would often make a bunch of appteizers to munch on. It made things easier than having a sit-down dinner....
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Tommy Centola
Oct 30, 20232 min read
Corn and Shrimp Salad
With the holidays coming up, I thought I would share a couple of different sides for the big meals. The first one is served warm. 8-ounce...
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Tommy Centola
Oct 19, 20231 min read
Shrimp and Andouille Pastalaya
The first reference I remember of the dish Pastalaya was on the menu at Mr. B's Bistro in the 1980's. This take on jambalaya obviously...
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Tommy Centola
Oct 16, 20231 min read
Shrimp & Andouille Jambalaya
Shrimp and Andouille is a great combination. You can consider it the Creole/Cajun Surf & Turf. Here's a couple of recipes this week...
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Tommy Centola
Sep 14, 20231 min read
Shrimp Toast
As much as I love Creole and Cajun cooking, I like to branch out to other cultures. Here's a Chinese appetizer that is quite popular in...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 31, 20231 min read
Shrimp Scampi
Here's another take on Shrimp Scampi. The addition of the Creole mustard adds to the deliciousness of the dish. 2 tablespoons butter 1/4...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 28, 20231 min read
Shrimp and Sausage Skewers
Time for a couple of recipes featuring America's favorite seafood, Shrimp. This first one is straight from the grill. 3 tablespoons curry...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 10, 20231 min read
Creole Crab Dip
What makes this dish Creole? Instead of cream cheese, Creole cream cheese is used. This give the finished dish a truly New Orleans...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 7, 20231 min read
Crabmeat and Avocado Salad
It's crab season. Since crab is so versatile, this week I will share both a cold and warm application. 3 large Creole tomatoes, halved 3...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 20, 20231 min read
Oven-Baked Garlic Crabs
Most often you will find whole crabs available in restaurants boiled. Here's a great way to prepare them without the boiling pot. This is...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 17, 20231 min read
Mignonette-Marinated Crab Claws
We are in the middle of peak season for blue crabs. My two recipes this week will showcase the crustacean two ways. Today, we are using...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 22, 20231 min read
Sautéed Shrimp Bordelaise over Pasta
Don't let the simplicity of this dish fool you. It's a very tasty meal. Feel free to use any pasta you like. 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup (4...
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Tommy Centola
Jun 19, 20231 min read
Shrimp Omelet
The Shrimp Boats are coming! I miss not being able to drive a few minutes to buy shrimp fresh off of the boat. So as I wish, here's a...
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Tommy Centola
May 25, 20231 min read
Drunkin' Shrimp Ceviche
Here's a ceviche with a little kick to it in two ways. First, is the tequila. Second is the addition of jalapeños. 2 1/2 pounds peeled,...
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Tommy Centola
May 22, 20231 min read
Redfish & Shrimp Ceviche
With the weather getting warmer, how about a cool dish to start your meal. This week, two Ceviche dishes that both contain shrimp. 1...
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Tommy Centola
May 4, 20231 min read
Grilled Shrimp Scampi
Scampi is one of my favorite ways to cook shrimp. Here's a great recipe of your next cookout. This recipe is per serving. 1 tablespoon...
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Tommy Centola
May 1, 20231 min read
Poached (Boiled) Shrimp
I know crawfish is the start at this time of year. However, I love to eat shrimp for a change of pace. How about 2 shrimp recipes this...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 20, 20232 min read
Brown Seafood Broth
Now to answer the question, why this recipe second. Since many of the ingredients are discards from the main recipe, I felt it was easier...
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