Collard Sandwiches have a long history here in North Carolina. They are so tasty, feature some of our finest foods… and you will be the belle of the ball when you take to potlucks or serve at your own gatherings. Just MAKE SOME. It doesn’t get much easier. Sit some out and watch ’em disappear
ahhh Collard Sandwiches… North Carolina culinary Heritage at its finest! ...keep reading »
I like a good moist coconut cake… not “love,” but do enjoy on occasion. As is the case all around, there have been some ladies in my community, who, over
Part 1: Old Fashioned Coconut Cake… and Caramel Cake from Hell #CakeDisaster ...keep reading »
Over 3+ decades of catering, I did many a party of every description… for young and old alike! When my friend Jim called me to throw a surprise 50th
Popcorn & Vintage Candy Bar! Fun for all… ...keep reading »
You won’t go wrong making up a bunch of these Crab Rangoon Stuffed Mushrooms for your next gathering. You can bake in small batches in your toaster oven, or do a great big pan for larger crowds in your oven.
A fun way to enjoy an old favorite… Crab Rangoon Stuffed Mushrooms! ...keep reading »
Who doesn’t love steak? If you are looking for a “sure to please” appetizer for your holiday gatherings, you’ll surely want to add this one to your table.
Steak Bites with Horseradish Whipped Cream ...keep reading »
My Italian yankee-now-Floridian culinary girlfriend recently posted her make-ahead turkey gravy recipe that’s genius! Elise is actually one of my “Substitute Teachers” you’ll be hearing from once I can
Make Ahead Turkey Gravy… by Substitute Teacher Elise Feiner @ Foodfanataolics! ...keep reading »
It surely is hard to believe it, but Thanksgiving is on our doorstep! There always seems to be some of that bird leftover… and many enjoy eating it with leftover
Blueberry BBQ Sauce …for that tired turkey! ...keep reading »
Well here we are, just like that ~ looking at Thanksgiving 2017 in our rear view mirror. Did your grandmas tell you too, that “the older you get, the faster
Soup’s on! Blushing Turkey Soup ...keep reading »
Well, I’m not Irish that I know of, but I do have reason to celebrate this day each year. It’s my “quit smoking” anniversary… 12 years ago today! My motivation
My Irish is showing…. ...keep reading »
UPDATE…. my Southern Colcannon and “Cabbards” recipes were published in Our State Magazine in March 2015! This is such a tasty recipe to serve anytime, but just right for adding
Southern Colcannon… get’n my Irish on for a day! (1) ...keep reading »
What are your family Christmas food traditions? Our is my Ma Perry’s Boiled Custard. Creamy custard we sipped from punch cups… topped with a spoon of strawberries she put up that summer… I make it every year with my nephew… since he was toddling, and now he makes it all by himself! Now we top with my Krispy Kreme Kroutons…
My favorite food Christmas tradition… Ma Perry’s boiled custard ...keep reading »
Usually served as a southern side dish, did you know you can also add a dollop of cinnamon whipped cream and call it dessert too?
Fall Food ~ Ma Perry’s Corn Pudding! ...keep reading »
