Original Hearty Beef Stew with Guinness
Rich, hearty Guinness beef stew made with tender chuck roast, bacon, onions, and potatoes. Slow-simmered comfort food perfect for cold days.
- Feeds a crowd
- Freezer friendly
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Low Country Boil
This Authentic South Carolina Low Country Boil is a true Southern classic loaded with shrimp, sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes. It’s an easy, one-pot meal that’s perfect for feeding a crowd and bringing folks together.
- Feeds a crowd
- Quick
Alan’s Backyard BBQ: Big Green Egg Pork Loin & Summer Grilling
Smoked low and slow on the Big Green Egg, this juicy pork loin is tender, flavorful, and brushed with bold Bullseye BBQ sauce perfect for slicing and sharing.
- Feeds a crowd
Easy Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
There’s nothing like a warm bowl of chicken tortilla soup to chase away the chill of a cold winter night. Packed with bold southwestern flavors, smoky paprika, earthy cumin, tender chicken, and a tangy hint of lime, it’s hearty, comforting, and irresistibly satisfying. Topped with crunchy tortilla chips, this soup wraps you up like a cozy blanket while treating your taste buds to a flavor-packed adventure.
- Feeds a crowd
- Freezer friendly
Southern Classic Hoppin John with Black Eyed Peas
Hoppin’ John’s is a Southern classic that brings tender black-eyed peas, smoky ham hock, and fluffy rice together with a flavorful kick of onions, peppers, and Cajun seasoning. This hearty and savory dish has just the right amount of spice to make it a crowd-pleaser, especially when paired with a slice of hot crispy cornbread. Perfect for New Year’s Day or any time you crave a comforting and delicious meal!
- Feeds a crowd
How to Fry a Turkey with Alan’s Cajun Recipe
You’ll love this juicy Cajun fried turkey, perfectly seasoned with a blend of bold spices that bring out its rich, savory flavor. The golden-brown, crispy skin gives way to tender, moist meat that melts in your mouth. It’s a deliciously satisfying dish that’s sure to be the star of any gathering!
- Feeds a crowd
Fried Salmon Patties
Fried salmon patties are a beloved Southern staple. They are crispy and golden brown on the outside and tender and moist on the inside. A quick and easy weeknight dinner that your family will love.
- Feeds a crowd
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Mississippi Pot Roast
The Mississippi pot roast is a beloved American dish known for its simplicity, flavor, and tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. It’s made with only 5 ingredients and cooked to perfection in a slow cooker.
- Feeds a crowd
- Quick
Easy Chili Cheese Dip
This creamy spicy dip can be made in just a matter of minutes with only a few ingredients. It’s always a crowd pleaser and perfect for game night!
- Feeds a crowd
- Freezer friendly
Roasted Chicken à la Le Grand Colbert
Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply treating yourself to a gourmet meal, this tender, juicy roasted chicken à la Le Grand Colbert is sure to impress.
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Honey Baked Ham
Really, a delicious, tender honey-flavored ham with a crisp, crackley, sugary spiced crust that tastes exactly like you get from The Honey Baked Ham store? Yes, and the best part is, it’s only a faction of the cost.
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The Best Chili Ever
This is the absolute best homemade chili recipe! It’s rich, hearty and full of flavor! Perfect for a chilly fall or cold winter’s night.
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- Freezer friendly
Ritz Cracker Chicken
Tender, juicy chicken breast with a crispy, crunchy, buttery Ritz cracker topping! Yum! It’s just as delicious as it sounds and it’s fast and easy to make too. The perfect weeknight supper!
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Best Homemade Vegetable Beef Soup
This is a hearty and delicious soup that’s filled with loads of yummy vegetables and juicy chunks of ground beef. It’s a complete meal that your whole family will enjoy. This recipe makes a big batch so you’ll have plenty to freeze for another day!
- Feeds a crowd
- Freezer friendly
The Best Chicken and Dumplings
This Southern classic is a one-pot made from a scratch bowl of goodness. Light and tender dumplings with juicy pieces of chicken all in a rich and creamy broth. The ultimate comfort food!
- Feeds a crowd
The Best Easy BBQ Ribs
Make The Best Easy Barbecue Ribs right at home! These oven-baked, grill-finished ribs are tender, juicy, and fall-off-the-bone delicious with a smoky, saucy finish. Perfect for cookouts, holidays, and weeknight family dinners.
- Feeds a crowd
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Coca-Cola “Sunday” Pot Roast
Every time I cook this pot roast, it brings back precious memories of my childhood Sundays. After arriving home from church, we would be greeted with the mouth-watering smell of mama’s pot roast cooking in the oven.
- Feeds a crowd
Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
This is my go to dish when I’m craving something yummy, comforting, and delicious or if I’m looking for something that will surely please a crowd. This recipe never fails to do the job.
- Feeds a crowd
- Freezer friendly
Loaded Baked Potato Soup
Loaded baked potato soup is a rich and creamy comfort dish that captures the essence of a classic loaded baked potato in a warm, hearty bowl. The base is crafted from whole milk and half-and-half, providing a velvety texture that envelops tender chunks of potato. Each serving is generously topped with crispy bacon, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions, adding layers of savory flavor and a delightful crunch. This indulgent soup offers a satisfying blend of creaminess and zest, making it a perfect choice for a cozy meal.
- Feeds a crowd
- Freezer friendly
Savory Turkey Breast Stuffed with Fruit and Nuts
The Christmas holidays are soon approaching. How exciting! It’s my favorite time of year, and I want this year to be extra special so I’m going to jazz up my holiday dinner table with just a few new twist to my traditional holiday classics. Savory Turkey Breast Stuffed with Fruit and Nuts is going to be our Christmas dinner treat. You are going to love it too! This savory turkey breast is stuffed with a sweet, spicy fruit and nut mixture topped with a beautiful, shinny pear glaze. Sounds yummy, doesn’t it? The spicy fruit and nut mixture turns your everyday turkey breast into a wonderful festive main course. It may look complicated, trying to stuff a turkey breast, but it’s not. I’ll walk you through it. Put the breast on a cutting board and holding your knife parallel to the a cutting board or work surface, slice open the turkey breast horizontally, working from the thicker side of the lobe to the thinner side and not cutting all the way through. Open the turkey breast like a book and season with salt and pepper. Spread the fruit and nut filling evenly over half the opened turkey breast, leave a little border around the outer edges. Fold the other half of the turkey breast over the stuffing. Tie the breast crosswise with kitchen string in four or five places to hold it all together. I’m going to serve this savory turkey breast alongside a super moist Apple Chestnut Cornbread Dressing and Orange Candied Yams. Be sure to check my recipe for these sides. Merry Christmas! Enjoy! Aletia
- Feeds a crowd
- Quick
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