Can you start and operate a food business from your home kitchen in North Carolina?
Are you in North Carolina? Do you have the “best” cake recipe from your grandma? or baked goods? or folks say “you need to put that in a bottle and sell it?” Perhaps your home kitchen meets criteria for a home-based food permit. There ARE limitations. Read all about them here…
Cauliflower au Gratin with crispy onion topping
This cheesy side pairs with just about anything. Serve it with a simple supper, or let it hold its own with more elaborate meals, too.
Cinnamon Candy Apple Nut Brittle
Published in Carolina Country Magazine October 2019 YaY! It’s finally NC State Fair week. Most everyone loves the fair, for
Country Ham Lollipups with Molasses Mustard
Ham biscuits and corn dogs … now there are a couple of fair favorites … along with those hot and crispy hushpuppies in the education building. I’ve combined this threesome into one fun food you’ll be sure to enjoy.
State Fair Stoup
Can’t make it to the fair this year? Don’t want to make it to the fair this year? No worries… you can still enjoy a fair favorite at home with this Sausage, Pepper and Onion Sub in a bowl… with a side of pimento cheese….
Breakfast Sausage Harvest Hash
…this rustic hash features your favorite breakfast sausage and good old North Carolina Sweet Potatoes!
Spicy Fried Red Tomatoes With Cilantro Tartar Sauce
Use firm and meaty ripe red tomatoes for these crispy cheesy fried red tomatoes! Spicy hot potato chips are perfect, but use your favorites (dill pickle are yummy)…
Grilled Eggplant with Blueberry Mustard Vinaigrette …and how to freeze eggplant
Crispy Fish Sandwich With Roasted Tomato, Peach and Nectarine Jam
Enjoy those last summer tomatoes in this sweet n’spicy jam… roasted tomatoes, peaches and nectarines! Spoon over cream cheese or on crispy fish sandwiches.
Tomato Swiss Slab Pie
What makes a juicy ripe tomato even better? How about a cheesy, buttery flaky crust underneath with the bright, fresh flavor of dill! Serve this Tomato Swiss Slab Pie in small wedges as an appetizer, or in bigger wedges as a side dish. Perfect alongside a salad for a light, meatless meal.
Scratch-Made Fire & Ice (Dilled) Pickled Peppers
Many of us have made traditional “fire and ice” pickles using store-bought dill pickles. Our twist is a fast way to use those summer peppers that seem to come from every which way all at once … no processing, just refrigerate, eat and share. This recipe doesn’t require exact amounts, so you can make brine and use any amount of peppers (or other vegetables) you have.
Grilled Fish Tacos with Watermelon Pico de Gallo
This sweet and hot watermelon pico de gallo is the perfect topping for fresh North Carolina fish, shrimp or crab tacos. For the best texture, stir together just before serving.
Key Lime Pie Pretzel Ice Cream Sandwich Bites
Sometimes, “just a little something” to finish off a summertime meal is all you need. Make these no-cook no-churn key lime ice cream treats days ahead and just take out what’s needed.
Everything’s HOT up ‘n here Bagels! Bye Bye Gluten & Carbs
Cheesy gluten and carb free bagels… with a kick of cayenne and a dusting of crispy everything bagel dust!
