Cooking
As a major fund contributor to the state-of-the-art Culinary Facility at Nicholls State University, Arlen Benny Cenac Jr has always been highly intrigued by the art of cooking; whether it be new recipes, techniques, or diverse taste.

March 12, 2026
Cajun Crawfish Cornbread with Crispy Pork Cracklins
There are few dishes that capture the bold, savory spirit of South Louisiana quite like a skillet of
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March 6, 2026
Hearty Chicken Fricassee with Baby Red Potatoes
There are few dishes more comforting than a skillet of chicken fricassee gently bubbling on the stov
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February 10, 2026
The Ultimate Tres Leches Cake for Any Occasion
Soft, airy sponge cake meets a luxurious soak of three milks in this classic tres leches cake from M
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February 5, 2026
A Rich and Festive Sweet Potato King Cake Recipe
Soft, buttery dough wrapped around a sweet potato filling and praline pecans make these king cakes a
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January 22, 2026
A Louisiana Twist on Classic Chili
Creole chili brought together the bold, layered flavors of South Louisiana cooking with the comforti
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January 14, 2026
Pasta Carbonara With Pancetta: Simple Ingredients, Big Flavor
There’s no debating pasta carbonara’s standing in the pantheon of Italian pasta recipes. A Roman cla
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