Black Eyed Peas Print Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 6 hours Total time: 6 hours 30 mins Ingredients 1 pint/bag black-eyed peas (I used pre-washed and cooked. If using regular beans, just increase cook time). 6 slices of thick sliced bacon chopped 1 cup of ham chunks (or just use more bacon) 2 red …

I’ve made the turn.  After my 11th year in the South, my cooking and taste preferences have taken a distinctive Southern turn to where I barely recognize a dish that doesn’t start with butter.  2012 marked a huge change where I actually took the time to tackle my first batch of Black Eyed Peas and …

Collard Greens Print Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 2 hours Total time: 2 hours 30 mins Ingredients 6-9 slices of bacon 1 red onion diced 2 tablespoons of minced garlic 1 bag of collard greens (w/most of the stems and ribs discarded) 1-2 tablespoon brown sugar 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 1-2 teaspoons red pepper …

An Adapted Recipe from Epicurious Shrimp Beurre Blanc Print Recipe type: Appetiser Author: Bon Appetit Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 1 hour Serves: 8 Ingredients Sauce 2 cups Champagne 1/3 cup finely chopped shallots (Beware, they are strong!) 2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar 1/4 teaspoon whole black peppercorns Shrimp 1 cup …

So, I’m going a little (awww hell, BIG TIME) Martha this year on the holiday gathering. We’ll be putting together a full 5 course meal for 15ish. On top of the homemade vanilla packages, I’m really going over-the-top to make up for the past 5 (okay, 10) years where I’ve been a slacker. Truth be told, holidays (prior to the family) used to be hard core presentations of grandeur and party planning greatness that I gave up for domestic tranquility and because after moving down South, no one expected anything from me.

shhhh – It’s healthy, don’t tell anyone!

Cheese Ring Print Recipe type: Appetizer Cook time: 30 mins Total time: 30 mins One of the best appetizers you will ever have! Ingredients 1 lb Sharp Cheddar Cheese 1 Medium Onion finely chopped or grated 1 Cup of chopped pecans 1 Clove of Garlic minced or pressed 3/4 Cup Mayonnaise 1/2 tsp Tabasco Sauce …

Pull it Turkey Print Recipe type: Main Prep time: 30 mins Cook time: 5 hours Total time: 5 hours 30 mins Oh my yum. This is a great recipe when you are feeling the urge for great bbq without the guilt. I dare you to tell the difference between this and pork! Ingredients 2 tablespoons …

I’m a cheese-a-holic. It’s the Northern Lutheran DNA coming out in me. Here’s a new recipe some good friends shared during a recent party that I’m in love with for Fall. Cheese, Glorious Cheese Print Recipe type: Side Dish Prep time: 10 mins Cook time: 4 hours Total time: 4 hours 10 mins Serves: 6-8 …

Yummy shrimp and veggies on the barbie was a hit for this Father’s Day weekend.  We liked this marinade so much that we’re trying it on steaks too! Shrimpalicious! Print Recipe type: Entree Author: Floof Serves: 4 Shrimpalicious! Ingredients Ingredients: 8 cloves of minced garlic 3/4 cup olive oil 3/4 cup tomato sauce 6 tablespoons …