Yummy, toasted, golden brown breadcrumbs are the crowning glory of many of our favorite dishes. The thing is, there have been times in my cooking career that
Squash Casserole is a classic Southern side dish that's pure perfection! Beautiful yellow squash is layered into a cast iron, topped with a crunchy, cheesy
Easy Squash Casserole Recipe
Tomatoes, Valdia onions, sweet corn and basil drizzled with a bright lemony dressing are combined to make the BEST summer salad ever! Personally, I don't think
Summer Salad
Every year, to honor Memorial Day, my family goes to a flag raising service presented by the local Veterans of Foreign Wars. Then, we do what so many others
Memorial Day Menu | 2017
Smokey and slightly spicy, these sweet potatoes might just be the best veggie ever to come off your grill. They are ridiculously easy to whip up and are a nice
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Blue Cheese Coleslaw is a crispy, crunchy recipe that's got a little something extra that folks go wild about! Made with crunchy cabbage, blue cheese, and a
Blue Cheese Coleslaw
If there is one veggie that I can honesty say that my boys will eat with every meal, it's green beans. We love them fixed a number of different ways and when I
Green Beans 3 Ways ~ Blanched, Roasted & Grilled
Sweet, tangy, and outrageously delicious, these are the BEST Baked Beans you'll ever try! Made with smoky bacon and your favorite BBQ sauce, this irresistible
Southern Baked Beans
The other day, my youngest son and I were having a lovely conversation about "stuff" and he turned to me and asked what my favorite color was. I started
Roasted Leeks
Over the Christmas holiday we enjoyed lots and lots of great food. I got creative with several of my standby recipes and today I'm sharing one that's become a
Crispy Smashed Potatoes
Zucchini turned into flavorful boats hold savory, rich southern style dressing. Top it all off with a sprinkle of cheese for a great side dish yet hearty enough
Southern Dressing Stuffed Zucchini
Squash and Onions is a classic Southern dish that perfectly captures summer flavors. Tender yellow squash and sweet Vidalia onions sautéed in butter and
Easy Sauteed Squash and Onions
Finely chopped cabbage, tangy apple cider vinegar, sweetness from sugar, then pepper, along with a dash of hot sauce, make this one special dish that's unique
Carolina BBQ Red Slaw
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
This might just be the dish that starts a new tradition on our Easter brunch table. Â Last week, we had a great time at the coast celebrating spring break. Â We
Gnocchi with Ham & Peas
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
Beautifully Roasted Carrots, tossed in butter, honey, and lemon are easy to make and totally irresistible. Perfect for any holiday table yet simple enough for a
Roasted Carrots with Honey & Lemon
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 "
