Many of us will recognize this southern Christmas dish. Our grandmothers made it and their mamas did too, served in a pretty glass bowl. We turned this fruity favorite into a fun little dessert to enjoy anytime. Can be made a day ahead.
Ambrosia Shortcakes ...keep reading »
These baked beauties are a little bit cornbread and a little bit biscuit. If you’ve never made butter swim biscuits, they are just what they sound like: biscuits, swimming in butter as they bake.
Butter Swim Cornbread Biscuits with blueberries and rosemary ...keep reading »
Fix my Ma Perry’s Stewed Tomatoes to serve over field peas and navy beans… or just all by themselves!
Ma Perry’s Stewed Tomatoes ...keep reading »
Some things just “are” fall. Like apples. And pears. And spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and others. And this cake! Now I confess, I’m not a “pumpkin spice” gal and
Fall Fruitcake ...keep reading »
When serving fresh local fish and seafood, spend a few short minutes stirring up fresh cocktail sauce. Like this one. You’ll be glad you did!
Good Damn Cocktail Saulsa… a little bit sauce, a little bit salsa! ...keep reading »
This Manhattan-style chowder base is chock full of tomatoes, summer vegetables and herbs — keep it on hand for fast, fresh fish or seafood chowder. Freeze in quarts and then add any combination of oysters, shrimp, crab, clams, scallops or fish at serving time. We topped ours with crispy fried oysters.
Farmers’ Market Spicy Seafood Chowder Base ...keep reading »
How many of us were introduced to cucumber sandwiches growing up at showers and church receptions? They’re such simple little snacks with vibrant flavor and opposing textures, soft and crispy. Pair these with our chowder or salted nuts as a light snack after working in the yard on a hot day. The spread works well on crackers or as a veggie dip.
Crispy Dilled Cucumber Sammies ...keep reading »
Your Kentucky Derby party table won’t be complete without a few specific things… and this one checks a few boxes… country ham, meatballs and bourbon!
Run For The Roses Country Ham Meatballs in Maple Bourbon Gravy ...keep reading »
With the arrival of fresh local strawberries all around us now, it’s time to celebrate! Celebrate all the fresh produce coming our way with our country ham tacos at your Cinco de Mayo gatherings!
Porky-Licious Country Ham Tacos with Strawberry Pineapple Pico ...keep reading »
Traditional Brazilian Lemonade is made with limes (limes are more plentiful there). As delicious as that is, I’ve added lemon with the lime for an extra robust citrus flavor. Skip the seltzer if you like but we’re fond of the additional froth. This also makes a nice mixer for adult cocktails.
Frothy Brazilian Lemonade ...keep reading »
Cordon Bleu is such a crowd pleaser but can be a bit intimidating for some. Make my sheet pan recipe in short order for something to be enjoyed by most everyone (the young ones, too). Nice for supper or a holiday brunch gathering!
Open Faced Chicken Cordon Bleu over savory French toast ...keep reading »
Make a quick trip through your grocer’s deli and produce departments along with their salad bar to grab what you need to throw together these Tex-Mex TacoBellas served over a
Tex-Mex TacoBellas over Ranch Salad ...keep reading »
