Take a nostalgic trip back with this vintage Woolworth’s Cafe Cheesecake. Staying true to the original recipe… only a couple of tweaks! Like the gingersnap crust… and dollop of egg nog whipped cream!
Woolworth’s Café Cheesecake With Gingersnap Crust ...keep reading »
It seems fittin’ to use up that last bit of holiday eggnog in a good old southern chess pie. ‘Nog and bananas go together like mac and cheese, so partake of pie while toasting toes in front of a cozy fire as you settle into the New Year.
Egg Nog Chess Pie with bananas and cream… ...keep reading »
Sometimes we just need “a little something” to nibble on — roasting grapes and serving over warm, softened cheese on crostini is a new favorite! The grapes become nice and “jammy” and oh-so-good with a drizzle of herbed oil, vinegar and honey. No exact measurements needed for this one.
Roasted Grape & Cheese Crostini with spiced pecan crumbs ...keep reading »
North Carolina is rich with passionate food artisans. From our coast to the mountains, you will find them in every nook and cranny, from the big city to the smallest little rural towns and communities. Featured in Carolina Country Magazine by Culinary Adventurist and Artisan Wendy Perry.
…a recipe for success by some North Carolina food makers! ...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 »
Featured in Carolina Country Magazine November 2020 I.Love.Cabbage. I cannot think of one way I do not love me some cabbage! It’s so versatile and it such a great side
Buttered Wilted Cabbage with Pepper & Caraway Seed ...keep reading »
You know it’s fall when the aroma of baked apples and fresh herbs fills the air! Roasted pork, chicken — this stuffing makes just the right side dish. Or crisp up leftover dressing in the toaster oven for a banner breakfast with bacon, sausage and a drizzle o’ maple syrup!
Rustic Herbed Dressing With apples and cheddar ...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 »
Tired of ho-hum turkey? We do love to grill across North Carolina year-round, so have some fun and throw turkey legs on yours this Thanksgiving. Great for tailgating, too!
No fair? No fair! … so cook yourself some turkey legs at home! ...keep reading »
This Pig Pick’n Banana Pudding is a marriage of 2 of my favorites… pig picking cake and good old banana pudding! What’s not to love here?
Some recipes for tasty hot and sour soup can take hours and require hard-to-find ingredients. This simple version takes only 30 minutes from prep to table when using time-saving rotisserie chicken.
Hot and Sour Soup With Rotisserie Chicken & crispy wonton noodles ...keep reading »
Don’t be intimidated — egg rolls are so easy to make. If you want low carb, skip the wrappers and throw in a bowl. Serve with duck sauce or peach jam mixed with hot pepper jelly.
Wendy’s Pork and Shrimp Egg Rolls ...keep reading »
