When it comes to creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures in a salad, few combinations rival the harmonious blend of pickled beets and creamy goat cheese. This salad, a delightful marriage of tangy and creamy, is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for your eyes. In this … Read more
I’m sure y’all heard of succotash before. Corn, veggies, lima beans and fresh herbs cooked, tossed or stewed together. But, for me, the version of succotash I had growing up is something taken to a whole another level. You can say it is the cousin of gumbo, the only difference is that it has a lot … Read more
I have been going crazy for pears lately. So, I decided to make a delicious roasted pear salad with pomegranate seeds and candied walnuts. I made a yummy dressing out of cane syrup and cane vinegar. But feel free to substitute the cane syrup with maple syrup and the vinegar with white wine or apple … Read more
Oh, and towards the end, sprinkle some chopped pecans and brown sugar all over–delicious! I was cooking some pork and wanted a side that would pair nicely and this worked perfectly. I know everyone is in the hustle and bustle of the holidays and it is almost over. The holidays mostly fly by me since … Read more
Don’t you love all of the summer produce popping up all over? This tomato tart screams fresh ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, buttery puff pastry, and a delicious addictive mayo mixed with grated fontina and parmesan cheese. I decided to take the ever-so-popular southern tomato pie and make it in tart form. The recipe is adapted … Read more
A month ago I finally was able to catch up with some friends and cook a nice dinner. Of course, I had to make a big deal about it and plan this extravagant three-course meal. I love sharing meals and getting together with my friends, they motivate me, always ready for dinner, and are the … Read more
I have been going crazy for pears lately. So, I decided to make a delicious roasted pear salad with pomegranate seeds and candied walnuts. I made a yummy dressing out of cane syrup and cane vinegar. But feel free to substitute the cane syrup with maple syrup and the vinegar with white wine or apple … Read more
Cracklin’ cornbread is a Southern delicacy and a delicious one in fact. I remember only having it once when I was a little girl. Actually, I remember not really enjoying it, since I was more used to the “cake-like” cornbread my parents would make from the Jiffy cornbread box. You guys know what I’m talking about. … Read more
These decadent, roasted sweet potato grits will become your next go-to side dish to compliment a nice roasted pork or braised chicken. I learned so much working in restaurants back in NOLA and this recipe is one I keep in my arsenal. I remember watching the cooks roast the sweet potatoes and never did I think … Read more
I hope these hot past few days have been treating y’all well! I must say, I’m pretty excited that my garden is taking off! It was very much a work in progress. Seedlings dying after being transplanted. Learning what to plant next to one another and so on. But–I produced some beautiful little gem lettuces! … Read more