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Sweet, juicy peaches topped with a thick buttery, crunchy oatmeal crumble make this Peach Crisp one of the best summer desserts you will ever make. It is simple, comforting, and absolutely delicious served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Sweet pineapple, crisp cabbage, and a creamy mayonnaise dressing come together to create a refreshing, delicious coleslaw that is a perfect side dish for cookouts, backyard barbecues, family reunions, and Fourth of July celebrations.
This classic Southern macaroni salad is creamy, tangy, and full of flavor from chopped eggs, sweet pickles, and crisp vegetables. It is the perfect make-ahead side dish for cookouts, potlucks, and family gatherings, and it is always a crowd favorite.
Overnight strawberry French toast casserole made with fresh berries and rich custard. An easy make-ahead breakfast perfect for brunch or holidays.
Made with a classic white cake mix, these soft and chewy cookies come together in minutes, then get a light drizzle of vanilla glaze for just the right touch of sweetness. They are easy enough for a last-minute treat and beautiful enough for brunch or a gathering.
Creamy, crunchy, sweet, and savory. This is the kind of Southern chicken salad that disappears fast. Tender chicken, juicy grapes, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and a hint of sweetness come together in the most irresistible way. It is perfect for croissants, crackers, or straight from the bowl. Around here, this is not just lunch. It is a little taste of tradition.
Golden, buttery French toast made with thick slices of brioche, a rich cinnamon and vanilla custard, and all the classic toppings. This easy breakfast favorite is crisp at the edges, tender in the center, and perfect every time.
This easy no-bake cheesecake dip is one of those recipes every Southern hostess needs. It takes just 4 ingredients, requires no oven, and is always the first thing gone at a gathering.
Inspired by Augusta’s beloved Green Jacket Restaurant, this crisp salad combines romaine, iceberg, tomatoes, green onions, Parmesan, homemade pita chips, and a bright red wine vinaigrette.
A creamy Southern pea salad with crisp bacon, sharp cheddar, red onion, and a sweet, tangy dressing. It is an easy make-ahead side for Easter, potlucks, cookouts, and family dinners.
Fresh broccoli, crispy bacon, sweet raisins, sharp cheddar, and pecans come together in a creamy, lightly sweet dressing. This easy Southern salad is a dependable favorite for potlucks, holidays, and summer gatherings.
These rich and fudgy Guinness brownies are an easy St. Patrick’s Day dessert, or a welcome chocolate treat any time. A dark chocolate brownie mix and a splash of Guinness create deep flavor with very little fuss.
This old fashioned chocolate fudge pie has a rich, gooey, brownie-like center and a tender pastry crust. Simple pantry ingredients and an unexpected spoonful of oatmeal create a nostalgic Southern dessert.
This never-fail flaky pie crust combines cold butter and Crisco for rich flavor, tender layers, and dependable structure. It is an easy from-scratch dough for everyday baking, holiday favorites, and every pie in between.
Southern Buttermilk Pie is a creamy, old-fashioned custard pie with a flaky crust and tangy-sweet filling. This easy Southern classic is perfect for holidays or Sunday supper.
Soft and chewy Peanut Blossom cookies made with creamy peanut butter, rolled in sugar, and topped with a chocolate kiss. A classic cookie everyone loves. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, Christmas, Cookie Swaps or anytime you want a special treat .
Soft and chewy gingerbread cookies dipped in silky white chocolate and sprinkled with festive holiday sprinkles. A classic Southern Christmas cookie! Easy to make, warmly spiced, and perfect for gifting, cookie swaps, or adding to your holiday dessert trays .
These Old-Fashioned Peanut Butter Cookies taste just like the ones Grandma baked, soft in the center, lightly crisp around the edges, and full of rich peanut butter flavor. A simple, nostalgic Southern cookie that’s perfect for after-school treats, holiday tins, or anytime your kitchen needs a little homemade comfort.
This classic Southern Sweet Potato Pie is silky-smooth, lightly spiced, and absolutely delicious. Made with baked sweet potatoes, butter, sugar, and warm spices, it’s the perfect holiday dessert. Easy to make and impossible to resist!
This easy Jiffy Corn Pudding is creamy, sweet, buttery, and never fails. Made with Jiffy Cornbread Mix, whole-kernel corn, and sour cream, it’s the perfect last-minute Thanksgiving side, potluck casserole, or holiday crowd-pleaser. Ready in minutes with simple pantry ingredients!
This Classic Apple Waldorf Salad is made with crisp apples, grapes, celery, marshmallows, and toasted walnuts tossed in a creamy Cool Whip and mayonnaise dressing. A Southern twist on the timeless salad first created at New York’s Waldorf Astoria Hotel. Perfect for brunches, potlucks, and holiday gatherings.
Soft, chewy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies filled with fresh apples, oats, golden raisins, and warm cinnamon, drizzled with a sweet vanilla glaze. A cozy fall dessert that freezes beautifully and makes your kitchen smell heavenly perfect for breakfast, brunch, or entertaining.
Warm, rich, and comforting, this old-fashioned Southern chocolate gravy is a beloved tradition. Poured over fluffy biscuits, it’s a memory-making recipe that’s easy, fun, and irresistibly chocolatey.
These Soft & Chewy Chocolate Cookies are rich, fudgy, and easy to make. A family favorite that freezes well for snacks, holidays, or anytime chocolate comfort.
Southern-style fried green tomatoes, my grandmother’s famous recipe with a sugar-water soak, and a perfect crispy crunch every time!
Golden, crispy, this fried okra is a Southern classic that never goes out of style. It’s lightly breaded, not heavy or greasy so every bite lets that fresh garden flavor shine through. Whether you’re serving it up for Sunday dinner or sneaking a few pieces straight out of the skillet (we’ve all done it), this recipe will make you a believer in why fried okra is a true Southern treasure.
These Easy Drop Biscuits are soft, buttery, and golden with no rolling or cutting required. A perfect beginner biscuit recipe made with self-rising flour, real buttermilk, and cold butter. Quick, freezer-friendly, and ready in minutes!
These Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal cookies are chewy, buttery, and packed with sweet toffee bits. Ready in just minutes with no oven needed!
These crispy garlic roasted red potatoes are tossed with olive oil, garlic, and delicious herbs, finished with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Perfect for brunch, steaks, or weeknight dinners!
This old-fashioned Southern creamed corn is rich, buttery, and made from scratch with just a few simple ingredients. The perfect side dish for summer cookouts, family dinners, or holidays, it brings out the natural sweetness of fresh corn in every bite. No canned shortcuts. Just pure, creamy comfort the way Mama made it.
A bold, refreshing summer salad with cucumbers, grape tomatoes, red onion, feta, and a zesty lime-honey dressing. Spiced with jalapeño and cilantro perfect for potlucks, cookouts, or weekday lunches.
This creamy Southern coleslaw is made with freshly shredded green cabbage, carrots, Duke’s mayonnaise, sweet salad cubes, and just a hint of sugar and apple cider vinegar. A perfect side dish for BBQs, hot dogs, sandwiches, or Sunday supper. A classic you’ll turn to all summer.
Creamy cucumber, tomato and Vidalia onion salad is a cool, tangy side dish made with mayonnaise, sour cream, apple cider vinegar, and dill. This refreshing salad is perfect for summer cookouts, potlucks, and family dinners.
This Easy Blueberry Cake Mix Cobbler is your go-to summer dessert made with fresh blueberries (or canned!), butter cake mix, and sweet Southern charm. Perfect for last-minute guests, cookouts, or potlucks.
This Crunchy Oriental Coleslaw is packed with crunchy ramen noodles, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, and a tangy Asian-inspired dressing. Perfect for cookouts, potlucks, and summer BBQs!
These Southern Cheese Wafers are the ultimate easy twist on traditional cheese straws, crisp, buttery, and packed with sharp cheddar, pecans, and a hint of cayenne. Perfect for showers, tailgates, parties, or simply when you need a true taste of the South.
This easy Easter Brunch Casserole is made with crispy bacon, savory ham, shredded hash browns, and a creamy egg base with Cheddar and Pepper Jack cheese. Perfect for holiday mornings, this make-ahead breakfast casserole is freezer-friendly and great for feeding a crowd. A cozy and comforting dish for Easter, Christmas, or any weekend brunch.
These Garlic Cheese Biscuits are a warm, cheesy Southern dream, fluffy, buttery, and full of flavor with every bite. Inspired by the famous Red Lobster biscuits, this copycat version is made with Bisquick for a no-fail recipe you can have on the table in under 20 minutes.
Soft, buttery, and full of fresh strawberries, these Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are perfect for spring entertaining, tea parties, or dessert with ice cream!
These buttery, pillowy-soft Sour Cream Angel Biscuits are made easier with Bisquick but still have the light, fluffy texture of classic yeast rolls. The sour cream keeps them tender, while a touch of sugar enhances the flavor. These rolls rise beautifully and bake up golden, with a soft pull-apart texture, perfect for any meal!
These easy no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies are soft, creamy, and perfect for any occasion! Made with peanut butter, cocoa, and quick-cooking oats, they come together in minutes and are sure to disappear fast. Ideal for parties, after-school treats, or game day snacks!
When you’re craving the warm, nostalgic flavors of cornbread but need something quick, these Southern hoecakes, or fried cornbread fritters, are the perfect solution. Made with simple pantry ingredients and fried to golden perfection, they’re the ideal side dish for soups, stews, or even a hearty chili. And if you’re feeling indulgent, drizzle them with maple syrup or spread on some butter and jam for a sweet breakfast treat.
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!
Collard greens are a beloved Southern staple, celebrated for their rich, savory flavor and tender texture. These are slow-cooked to perfection with smoky seasonings, they’re a dish that brings everyone to the table, ready to savor the comforting taste of tradition. Paired with cornbread or enjoyed on their own, collards are the heart of a true Southern meal.
If there’s one dish that perfectly captures the essence of Southern charm, it’s Southern Ambrosia. This iconic fruit salad combines the bright, citrusy sweetness of pineapple and mandarin oranges with the festive flair of maraschino cherries, all embraced by the delicate nuttiness of shredded coconut. Soft, tender marshmallows add a creamy texture, creating a dessert that’s as inviting as a front porch swing and as comforting as your grandma’s Sunday best. Whether gracing a holiday table or cooling down a summer picnic, Southern Ambrosia is more than a recipe, it’s a cherished piece of tradition that brings joy to every gathering.
Mexican wedding cookies are delicate, melt-in-your-mouth treats with a rich, nutty flavor and a buttery, powdered sugar finish. Their crumbly texture pairs perfectly with the warmth of finely chopped nuts, creating a truly indulgent bite. These classic cookies are simple yet elegant, perfect for any celebration or a sweet everyday indulgence.
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!
These buttery homemade sugar cookies are impossibly light, crisp around the edges, and melt in your mouth with every bite. Topped with festive red and green sprinkles, they bring just the right amount of holiday cheer to your dessert table. Perfectly sweet and delicately thin, they’re a treat that’s as nostalgic as it is irresistible.”
Southern pecan pie is the crown jewel of Southern desserts, a rich, buttery masterpiece that blends the warm, toasty flavor of pecans with a velvety, caramel-like custard made from dark and light corn syrup, sugar, and just the right touch of vanilla. Each bite delivers the perfect balance of gooey sweetness and nutty crunch, all cradled in a flaky, golden pie crust.
A recipe that's synonymous with Thanksgiving - the Classic Green Bean Casserole. This dish, with its creamy mushroom sauce, tender green beans, and crispy fried onions, has graced our holiday tables for generations. It’s so delicious no wonder why Americans have fallen in love with it.
There’s nothing quite like the comforting warmth of a homemade blackberry cobbler, with its flaky, buttery crust that practically melts in your mouth. Each bite combines the perfect balance of sweet and tart blackberries nestled between layers of sugar-kissed dough. Whether you’re using fresh berries at the peak of summer or frozen ones during the cooler months, this cobbler is a simple yet irresistible treat that brings a touch of nostalgia to your table.
Cornbread Salad is a vibrant, layered dish that combines the hearty, crumbly texture of cornbread with fresh vegetables, savory bacon, tangy cheese, and a creamy dressing. It's a salad that offers a delightful mix of flavors and textures in every bite, making it a favorite across the South.
The Southern Potato Salad. This dish is a delightful blend of creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors that will make your taste buds dance with joy. It's the perfect side dish for your summer barbecues, family reunions, or even a simple weeknight dinner.
Tomato pie is a delightful Southern dish that combines ripe, juicy tomatoes with a blend of cheeses and a creamy mayonnaise base. The filling is nestled in layers of buttery Ritz crackers adding a perfect crunch. Baked until golden and bubbly, this savory pie is a delicious celebration of fresh tomatoes and cheesy goodness.
Southern Pimento Cheese is a quintessential Southern delicacy, often referred to as "the caviar of the South." This creamy, tangy spread is a harmonious blend of sharp and mild cheddar cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and diced pimentos, seasoned with a hint of spice for an added kick. Served cold, it's a versatile dish enjoyed in a multitude of ways, from a sandwich filling to a cracker topping or even as a dip for fresh vegetables.
Southern Tea Cakes, a biscuit-like cookie, strike a perfect balance between sweet and savory. The soft, tender texture makes them melt-in-your mouth. Made with a few simple ingredients, they are perfect for an elegant ladies luncheon or an afternoon snack with a cup of tea.
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.
Soft and chewy chocolate chip cookies with golden edges and gooey centers. Easy bakery-style cookies made with simple ingredients and foolproof tips for perfect results every time.
This Caramel Cream Cheese Dip is the perfect fall sweet treat! It’s a breeze to whip up, making it ideal for last minute entertaining.
A true celebration of fall - the Apple Fritter Cobbler. This dessert, with its tender, spiced apples, fluffy biscuit topping, and sweet glaze, is a warm and comforting treat that's perfect for those crisp autumn evenings.
This classic snickerdoodle cookie recipe makes the ultimate soft and chewy cookies coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar crust. Perfect for fall, holiday baking, family gatherings, or anytime you crave a timeless homemade treat, these easy snickerdoodles will quickly become your go-to cookie recipe.
These buttery shortbread cookies filled with raspberry jam will literally melt in your mouth! They are super easy to make and will be perfect for any occasion.
These light and tender cake-like cookies are so delicious! Topped with a thick, cream yummy frosting, they taste like something baked from a fancy bakery. This cookie recipe is super easy to make and you can enjoy them for any holiday or occasion!
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.
This Southern Cornbread Dressing is super moist and absolutely delicious! It will be the only cornbread dressing recipe that you will ever need! Serve it with turkey or chicken for Thanksgiving, Christmas or Sunday Dinner.
This old-fashioned apple crisp is the perfect fall dessert. It has all the delicious flavors of the season. Sweet, juicy apples sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar and topped with a crunchy brown sugar oatmeal topping and of course, it wouldn’t be complete without a dollop of vanilla ice cream and salted caramel sauce.
Southern Banana is the ultimate comfort food and most definitely the queen of Southern desserts. A rich homemade vanilla custard is layered with delicious vanilla wafer cookies and topped with a billowing pillar of baked meringue.
This Cinnamon Roll Cherry Coffee Cake is what coffee cake dreams are made of-A sweet, tart cherry pie filling nestled in layers of flaky buttermilk biscuits rolled in cinnamon and butter and drizzled with a yummy cream cheese glaze that brings it all together. Yum!
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!
This luscious Hawaiian Pie is like a banana split on steroids. It’s a deliciously elegant dessert that can be made in about 2 minutes-no of baking to it! Perfect for any occasion and a dessert that everyone will absolutely love!
A delicious light and fluffy salad or dessert made with pistachio pudding, crushed pineapple, miniature marshmallows, nuts, and cool whip. It can be whipped up in a snap. Perfect for potlucks! A taste of heaven on earth.
This cornbread is tender and moist on the inside with a golden brown crispy-crunchy crust! It’s an essential component of a southern meal.
This Pineapple Coconut 7-UP Cake is a super moist cake with a deliciously refreshing lemon flavor. It’s topped with a thick luscious pineapple coconut pecan frosting. After one bite, you’ll think you’ve been whisked away to a tropical paradise. It’s a perfect springtime or summer dessert or for any special occasion or holiday.
This Cheesy Hash Brown Potato Casserole is so delicious! It’s my go-to dish when I want to please a crowd. It’s perfect to take to potlucks, church suppers or it makes the most amazing side dish for any holiday meal.
This Broccoli Cheese Casserole is rich, creamy, and loaded with tender broccoli, cheddar cheese, and fluffy rice. A classic Southern holiday casserole everyone loves.
These cookies are soft, chewy, ooey-gooey on the inside with deliciously crispy edges on the outside. They are the perfect balance of sweet and salty. The cookie recipe that you will enjoy over and over again.
This Old Fashioned Chocolate Cobbler is a chocolate lover’s dream! It’s made with just a few simple ingredients and can be whipped up in a snap. Top it off with a big ole scoop of vanilla ice cream. It’s absolutely delicious and the perfect comfort food!
This Hot Fudge Cherry Poke Cake is a super moist chocolate sheet cake that is soaked in sweetened condensed milk, a layer of hot fudge sauce, cherry pie filling, and topped with a light, creamy, fluffy whipped cream frosting.
These sweet and sour (spicy) meatballs are one of my very favorite party foods. When I was growing up, my mother made these cocktail meatballs for all our parties. I think they are the perfect appetizer. They can be cooked in a slow cooker or on the stovetop. They disappear fast so you might want to go ahead and double the recipe.
This Cheesy Mexican Cornbread is absolutely delicious! It’s super moist, light, hearty, cheesy and it has just enough jalapeño heat to give it a nice little kick. There isn’t a thing that I would change about this recipe.
This Southern Sweet Potato Crunch Casserole is light, fluffy, and topped with a buttery pecan, brown sugar topping . A holiday favorite for Thanksgiving and Christmas!
These Salted Caramel Fudge Brownies just may be the best thing that I have ever eaten. Seriously, what could be better than a soft, creamy, gooey homemade caramel on a rich, chewy, fudgy brownie topped with toasted pecans?
This classic Southern Strawberry Pretzel Salad combines a salty-sweet pretzel crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a bright strawberry gelatin topping. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, and summer gatherings, this make-ahead dessert is always a crowd favorite and easy to prepare.
This Blueberry Lemon Bread just screams Spring! It’s refreshing, lemony, tangay, sweet, moist and loaded with delicious, juicy blueberries! You will enjoy this bread for breakfast, dessert, a mid afternoon snack or anytime you are craving something incredibly delicious!
These biscuits are simply the best! They are soft, light, buttery, flaky and soooo tender, but sturdy enough to slice, and fill with your favorite jam or jelly. It’s the biscuit recipe that you have been waiting for!
Rich, chewy, moist red velvet cake brownies swirled with a delicious creamy, sweet cheesecake filling.
If you like pecan pie, you will fall madly in love with these mini treats. It’s hard to believe anything so good could be so simple, easy and yummy! I’ll be making these by the dozens all during the holidays. Once you take a bite, you will be too!
This no-bake Berries and Cream Punch Bowl Cake is the perfect red, white, and blue dessert for summer! Layers of angel food cake, fresh berries, and sweet cream come together in one cool, refreshing treat, perfect for the Fourth of July or any warm-weather gathering.
This creamy, rich souffle like squash casserole is a perfect side dish for any occasion. It’s great to take to church suppers or potlucks.
I believe, and this is saying a lot, that these cheesecake bars are the best thing that have come out of my oven in a long, long time. Oh my goodness, seriously they are to die for! You can’t just have one! I almost ate the whole pan myself!
Soft Cut-Out Sugar Cookies will be your go to sugar cookie recipe for any occasion. Use your favorite cookie cutter shapes and have fun baking, frosting and decorating!
Just when you thought life couldn’t get any sweeter….here comes a crunchy, gooey, buttery, chocolatey slice of heaven, Chocolate Pecan Pie with a little splash of bourbon. That’s Kentucky bourbon, of course! As you know, anything with chocolate in it is my weakness. And then when you add loads of crunchy pecans and freshly whipped cream. Oh my, It’s enough to bring a strong man to his knees! This slice of heaven is a perfect ending to a holiday meal or to take to a potluck or office party. I promise everyone will rant and rave over it!! It will become a holiday favorite!
Red Velvet Cake needs no introduction. It’s simply without question the holy grail of holiday cakes. It’s beautiful, magical, mysterious, romantic, and undoubtedly one of the best tasting cakes that I ever put in my mouth!
These hearty Southern baked beans or affectionately called “Cowboy Style Baked Beans “, are a holiday favorite made with ground beef, sweet onions, brown sugar, and tangy barbecue sauce. Whether you use Bush’s or Van Camp’s, this easy recipe is perfect for Fourth of July cookouts, potlucks, and family gatherings.
Oh my goodness, I adore this dessert, and it’s ridiculously so easy to make!
Ah….the delicious taste of sweet, juicy, golden, crispy coconut shrimp dipped in a sweet coconut-pineapple- lime-mango sauce.
This easy Southern Strawberry Cake starts with a simple cake mix but tastes completely homemade thanks to a few special touches. Made with strawberry puree, fluffy whipped egg whites, and rich strawberry cream cheese frosting, this moist strawberry layer cake is perfect for Mother’s Day, birthdays, church dinners, potlucks, baby showers, and summertime gatherings.
Easy Southern pear salad with canned pears, mayo, shredded cheese, and cherries is an old-fashioned favorite for holidays and potlucks.
Coca Cola cake is a Southern specialty. It’s a super moist chocolate sheet cake made with Coca Cola, that’s topped with a fudgy-marshmallow chocolate Coca Cola frosting. It’s ooey gooey chocolate goodness all rolled into one cake!
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.
These classic lemon bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a bright, sweet-tart lemon filling and a subtle hint of coconut. This easy homemade lemon bar recipe is perfectly balanced and ideal for spring desserts, showers, potlucks, and holiday dessert.
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.
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.
This is a treat-yourself- kind –of-cookie. Reserved for those days when you need a little chocolate pampering. So go ahead pour yourself a glass of cold milk, curl up on the couch and savor every single bite of these marvelous, sinfully delicious Chocolate Chip Brownie Cookies!
I promise! I wouldn’t lie to you. Evidently my family feels the same way because I get asked to bring it to all our family gatherings and holiday dinners. It has a crispy, crunchy, cheesy crust with a soft soufflé like center. Absolutely divine!
This classic Southern peach cobbler is everything summer should taste like, sweet, syrupy peaches baked into a golden cobbler crust that magically rises to the top and topped with vanilla ice cream. An easy recipe you’ll make again and again.
These Classic Southern Deviled Eggs are creamy, tangy, and full of flavor with mayonnaise, mustard, sweet pickles, and paprika. A traditional Southern recipe perfect for Easter, picnics, potlucks, and holiday gatherings.
This classic sour cream coconut cake is given a lemon twist, making it the perfect cake for your Easter Dinner or a spring dessert.
Learn how to make smooth, creamy homemade lemon curd with fresh lemons, butter, sugar, and eggs. This easy lemon curd recipe is perfect for cakes, biscuits, scones, and desserts.
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
This pasta salad has the works! Pecans, crisp red and green peppers, sweet red onions, black olives, broccoli, chicken, and Parmesan cheese covered in a creamy, sweet, tangy dressing that is impossible not to love. I love this salad. It’s just soooo good and beautiful with all the colorful veggies plus, adding the chicken makes it a complete meal. I got the recipe from a friend at a Christmas party years ago and have been making it ever since. If you have extra vegetables on hand, you should throw it into this pasta salad. Like cherry tomatoes, artichokes, shredded carrots, diced cucumbers and chickpeas are delicious in this salad too. I simply can’t say enough about the dressing. It truly makes the whole dish come together. Something magical happens when Caesar, Italian, and honey mustard dressing are blended together.
are the best words to describe Pineapple Cheese Casserole. Pineapple Cheese Casserole is both sweet and savory. It’s literally a Southerner’s dream all rolled into one casserole-the perfect mix of canned pineapples, cheddar cheese, sugar, and buttered Ritz crackers. For potlucks, church suppers, family gatherings, this is my dish to bring. It’s supper easy and can be whipped up in a snap and EVERYONE goes Stark Raving Mad over it! And never a crumb left! It goes well with ham, pork and fried chicken. My family loves this casserole. Our holiday meals wouldn’t be complete without it. Enjoy! Aletia
Looking for a last minute dessert kind-of- dessert to bring to a family dinner or potluck at the office? Don’t despair! I have got you covered! It’s a Pecan Pie Trifle layers of chunked pecan pie, whipping cream/Mascarpone cheese mixture, fudge, caramel and toasted pecans. Doesn’t that sound divine? Well, it is!
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