…bacon and belly is why this gal will NEVER EVER be a vegetarian
Did you know pork belly is just unsmoked, uncured bacon?! So if you eat bacon, you eat belly. Cook up a bunch of these sticky burnt ends “pork candy” to nibble during a football game or anytime.
Sweet Heat Sticky Belly Burnt Ends ...keep reading »
These homemade dog treats are a cool treat on hot summer days for your fur baby pooches! Make this easy Bacon Cheeseburger Ice Brittle for yours to have on hand for a frosty treat from the freezer.
Bacon Cheeseburger Ice Brittle for pups ...keep reading »
Ahhh… the good ole southern NC pig picking! Here’s all you need to know to host one for yourself. Nothing is much finer than gathering friends and family to pick pork, is there?
How to Host a Pig Picking… and P.S., barbecue is a noun, not a verb! ...keep reading »
Ahhh, fall. Time for roasting and slow cooking flavors of the season. Low and slow is just right for lean pork loin … surrounded by bacon and salami for the moist fat needed to make it tender and juicy. This pork stuffed pork with garlicky apple cider gravy will make ya tummy happy!
Bacon-Stuffed Pork Loin With garlicy apple cider gravy ...keep reading »
Deviled eggs… with a North Carolina Twist! These recipes inspired by our culture are fun to make and good to eat.
Anytime is Deviled Egg time! ...keep reading »
You’re going to love this “Love Me Tender” Elvis Banana Bread… made with 4 North Carolina #GotToBeNC Goodies! Throw some together soon!
“Love Me Tender” Elvis Bread… a la North Carolina! ...keep reading »
Make a pile of these Sticky Pig Twigs, because they will disappear right before your eyes. Enjoy as is, or chopped on salads. Especially good on a juicy summer BLT … add more hot pepper if your crowd can take it!
Sticky Pig Twigs… can bacon get any better? ...keep reading »
You won’t go wrong serving your holiday company this Peggy Rose’s pepper jelly glazed-Heritage Farm bacon wrapped NC pork tenderloin…. nestled among seasoned NC Sweet Potatoes!
Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan Supper with Sweet Potatoes & Caramelized Onions ...keep reading »
This Dilled Grilled German Potato Salad will be a “go to” side for your cookouts and gatherings. Make ahead and stack in fridge to throw on a hot grill… sensational side in only 15-20 minutes!
Dilly Grilled German Potato Salad Packets ...keep reading »
I love entering cooking contests. There’s rarely a win with so much great competition out there, but it’s fun coming up with ideas and getting in my kitchen to make
collards + cabbage + frost = “cabbards” time…. with Crispy Cornbread Cookies, Molasses Bacon Butter & Pot Likker ~ Just put a little tasty south in your mouth!
All your traditional turkey day foods… but reborn with a twist! From turkey & dressing, to sides and dessert, relive Thanksgiving in a new way.
