Big bold flavors in foods always pull me in. Â I love the tart pucker of lemons, the fresh taste of herbs like rosemary, basil and oregano then there's always
As an after school snack, main dish or for game day, these quesadillas are always a favorite and seem to disappear quickly! The unexpected flavor mix of the
Ham & Black Bean Quesadillas
 Meatballs are a favorite dish for many people, my family included but then there's the exception - my youngest son is crazy about them.  He request them when
Barbecued Meatballs
I know it's really, really early to be thinking about fresh tomatoes but I just couldn't help sharing. Â I'm cooking for a fund raiser this weekend and one of
Fresh Tomato Recipes
Loaded with tomatoes and just the right amount of spice, this salad is made in just 5 minutes. This restaurant-style salsa is perfect with chips and
5 Minute Salsa
This past weekend I think I pulled off the fastest dinner party ever! Â It was a great success due to my friend Lori, her husband and their willingness to roll
Roasted Oysters on the Grill
Fresh corn, sweet red onions, spicy jalapenos, and cilantro, all put together in a hot vinegar brine, make a great topping for grilled meats, burgers, tacos,
Pickled Corn with Red Onions and Cilantro
Fried Okra is a tried and true, classic southern recipe! You are ready to dig into this incredible fried veggie with just a few simple ingredients and a cast
Pan-Fried Okra
Tired & hungry from a crazy, good, productive day. Great flavors to the rescue ~ Cheese & Tomato Appetizer Quick and easy, this cheese and
Cheese & Tomato Appetizer
Cream cheese and Olives is a retro recipe that folks LOVE! Cool cream cheese, mixed with chopped olives makes a savory dip with fresh veggies or a delectable
Cream Cheese and Olives
Homemade sauce and pasta is a match made in heaven! With a few ingredients that you probably already have in your fridge and pantry, you can make a dish that
Simple Tomato Sauce
It's finally here! Â I know, I know, many of you local Southern Soul friends have been waiting on me to write about these peas, especially if you tasted them at
Fried Black Eyed Peas
Three-ingredient Cucumber and Onion Refrigerator Pickles are super easy to make and pack a flavorful, crunchy bite that's out-of-this-world delicious! This "
Cucumber and Onion Refrigerator Pickles
 Here it is friends - the best ever "Cheap and Cheerful" snack!  You start with pretzels and then just add whatever else you like.  Over the past 2 weeks, the