January has me thinking “winter whites.” So I tweaked my GrandMa Perry’s Red Velvet Cake a little into this White Velvet version… served on my mama’s cake stand. I like to make it a day ahead and chill for cake to “ripen” and let all the flavor bloom and cake to moisten from the icing.
Winter White Velvet Cake ...keep reading »
Having friends over for a holiday supper? No need to fret over multiple beverages … punch to the rescue! Let your imagination loose as exact measurements are not necessary with this Cheerwine punch!
Merry & Bright Holiday Cheerwine Punch… with fruit-filled ice ring ...keep reading »
You won’t go wrong serving your holiday company this pepper jelly glazed bacon wrapped NC pork tenderloin…. nestled among seasoned NC Sweet Potatoes!
Pork Tenderloin Sheet Pan Supper with Sweet Potatoes & Caramelized Onions ...keep reading »
…this rustic hash features your favorite breakfast sausage and good old North Carolina Sweet Potatoes!
Breakfast Sausage Harvest Hash ...keep reading »
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.
Crispy Fish Sandwich With Roasted Tomato, Peach and Nectarine Jam ...keep reading »
Tis the season … for scores of squash! This spoonbread pairs pimento cheese with squash to create an all-in-one, veggie-laden cheesy bread. Add a cool summer salad and serve alongside some grilled goodies on the porch, along with an icy glass of lemonade.
Summer Squash Spoonbread with Pimento Cheese ...keep reading »
We do love our butterbeans here in NC. Did you know you can use those, or any of our tasty summer field peas, to make hummus? Just say no to canned garbanzo beans when gardens and farmers’ markets overflow with beans and peas. (FYI, it’s the butter that makes this hummus extra creamy!)
Butterbean Hummus ...keep reading »
Authentic Hawaiian macaroni salad is all about mayonnaise, and a LOT of it! Enjoy this simple tropical make-ahead side salad this summer!
Traditional Hawaiian Macaroni Salad… with my little twist ...keep reading »
No need to make crust because this simple vintage coconut pie makes its own. Mama Perry’s Coconut Pie makes great little pie bites too, for serving at gatherings so everybody can get a “bite of pie!”
Mama Perry’s Coconut Pie ...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 »
Make a batch of this decadent Coconutty Hot Chocolate mix to enjoy often — and share, too! Topped with a dollop of fluffy coconut whipped cream, this dairy-free delight is just what we all need at the end of a chilly winter day … pajamas not included.
Cocoa-Nutty Hot Chocolate Mix With Coconut Whipped Cream ...keep reading »
Vibrant citrus fruits are plentiful in the dead of winter, and this is a great salad to brighten the dreariest of days. Don’t worry about exact measurements for salad ingredients. Use as much or as little as suits your fancy.
Winter Citrus Salad… with blood orange & red wine vinaigrette ~ Sunshine! ...keep reading »
