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Tommy Centola
1 day ago1 min read
Cream Cheese Frosting
This week, we will use the King Cake dough from Jan 6 to prepare a traditional King Cake. Here's the frosting 4 ounces cream cheese,...
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Tommy Centola
5 days ago2 min read
Salted Caramel and Chocolate King Cake
Chocolate and caramel are a great combination. Let's try it with a King Cake. 6 tablespoons butter, softened 1/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 131 min read
Salted Caramel Sauce
If nectar is not a flavor you care for, don't worry. This week, I will share a different flavor for the King Cake Dough. Here's the sauce...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 92 min read
Nectar Cream King Cake
One of the most New Orleans flavors is Nectar. It was developed locally. Often found as a snowball flavor, it's unique combination of...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 61 min read
King Cake Dough
Happy King's Day! Since I don't live in South Louisiana, I always have to make my own King Cakes. This week, I am sharing a made from...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 21 min read
Candied Citrus
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup red currant jelly Supremes of 6 to 8 oranges In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 30, 20241 min read
Citrus Beurre Blanc
Plaquemines Parish cirtus crops are sunshine on these winter days. What better way to celebrate these fruits than a couple of recipes....
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Tommy Centola
Dec 26, 20241 min read
Salted Bourbon Caramel Sauce
Here's a tasty sauce. There are too many uses to list them all. No need to go Bubba Blue by listing them all. 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 23, 20241 min read
Creole Caramel Popcorn
This week, I want to showcase the flavor of caramel. Today's recipe is a tasty snack. 6 tablespoons canola oil 2/3 cup popcorn kernels 1...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 19, 20241 min read
Cane Syrup-Glazed Collard Greens
I love to cook with cane syrup. It is the perfect sweetner for almost any dish. Here's one that's great for any table. 1 tablespoon...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 16, 20241 min read
Spicy Brussels Sprouts
This week, I want to share a couple of different side dishes to bring to the holiday table. Let's start with Brussels sprouts. 2 pounds...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 12, 20241 min read
Seafood Boil Seasoning
Here is a great seasoning for top of the stove boiling. It's perfect for boiling shrimp for shrimp remoulade. 1/4 cup lemon zest (about 8...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 9, 20241 min read
Garlic Confit
Here's a recipe that produces two different ingredients. The garlic will have a milder and sweeter flavor. You are able to use it in any...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 5, 20241 min read
Pomegranate Mojito Cocktail
The Pomegranate juice and mint simple syrup give this drink a festive feel. 1/4 cup rum 1/4 cup pomegranate juice 2 tablespoons fresh...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 2, 20241 min read
MInt Simple Syrup
With the holidays here, I thought I would share a new beverage. It's perfect for the season. Today, I am sharing one of the ingredients....
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Tommy Centola
Nov 28, 20242 min read
Eggnog Molasses Sandwich Cookies
If you do a cookie exchange for Christmas, here's a different one. I guarantee no one will have this recipe. 3/4 cup butter, softened 1...
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Tommy Centola
Nov 25, 20241 min read
Eggnog Buttercream
I am one that wishes eggnog would be available year round. This week, I will share a cookie recipe split into two different post. 1 cup...
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Tommy Centola
Nov 21, 20242 min read
Butter Pecan Cake
Pecans pop up in numerous desserts around the holidays. Here's a cake that will have every one asking for more. 1 1/4 cup butter,...
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Tommy Centola
Nov 18, 20241 min read
Brown Sugar Frosting
This week, I am sharing a great cake recipe for the holidays. Today is the frosting for the cake 1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown...
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Tommy Centola
Nov 14, 20241 min read
Salmon Croquettes
Here's a childhood favorite from my mom. I was always one of the first at the table when these were served. Fry: 1 tablespoon minced...
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