Hey Reader! Some recipes live in your hands, not on a card. This is one of them. My grandmother made fried squash every summer — cast iron skillet, light cornmeal coating, golden and crispy in a way I have been chasing ever since. She never measured a thing. I finally got it right. And I wrote every bit of it down for you. Southern Fried Squash Try This Recipe What to Serve With This I season the squash with my house seasoning, then pair it with sheet pan ranch chicken, or grilled pork...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! The 4th of July is almost here, and I have everything you need in one place. Grilled mains, make-ahead sides, crowd-size planning, a full party timeline — 50+ of my best Southern recipes all on one page. Whether you are hosting 8 or 30, this is your go-to guide for a cookout that feels effortless and tastes incredible. Your 4th of July Game Plan Is Here Get The Ultimate Guide New and Updated... Southern Fried Catfish Creamy Coleslaw Hashbrown Casserole (no canned soup) Antipasto...
4 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! My mama made blueberry cobbler the same way every summer. Butter melted in the pan, batter poured right over it, and fruit scattered on top. No mixing. No fussing. Just a good, honest dessert that came out golden and bubbling every single time. Topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this is comfort food taken to a whole new level! Blueberry Cobbler Try This Recipe Pin for Later Make it a Full Meal Try out this midweek menu featuring tender and juicy air fryer chicken, roasted...
5 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, This week we are making crock pot chicken Parmesan, served with an everyday side salad, a super simple caprese salad, and easy garlic knots. And The Weekend Spread, to help you relax with friends and family, featuring: snickerdoodle cheesecake bars, crock pot beef roast, Southwest ranch dip, and peachy rose sangria to sip on. Get This Meal Plan! On the Menu: • Main: Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan - Get that golden breaded chicken, rich marinara sauce, and that blanket of melted...
5 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! No matter the season, some recipes just have a way of making you feel at home. Southern comfort food is all about rich flavors, simple ingredients, and dishes that bring people together. These cozy dinners are well-tested family favorites — from my Southern kitchen, to your dinner table! My Kind of Comfort Food Skillet Chicken Spaghetti One pan, big flavor! Seared chicken, spaghetti, and a rich tomato sauce finished under the broiler with Parmesan. Try This Recipe Pin for Later...
5 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! America turns 250, and that deserves a table worth celebrating. I have been hosting 4th of July gatherings for years and I know exactly what people want — good food, a cold drink, and a yard they do not want to leave. From first bite to the last sparkler Million Dollar Dip "I brought this to a neighborhood cookout and people were scraping the bowl. Someone asked me three times..." - Reader Renee Try This Recipe Pin for Later Carolina Slaw Dog The star of the show is homemade...
5 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! The 4th of July means something to me. It always has. It is the holiday where I pull out all the stops — the good platters, the cold drinks, the table that looks like I meant every single bit of it. Because I did. This year, America turns 250, and I wanted to give you something worthy of that. My complete 4th of July menu — appetizers to dessert — with a make-ahead timeline so you are at the party, not in the kitchen. This is Southern hospitality at its best. And it is all yours....
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Everybody, and I mean everybody in my house, loves fried corn. Now, you need to know that it is not some “county fair” made-up recipe. This is an old-school, made-with-love dish that your Grandmama would make. And my recipe? I make it the same way she did with fresh corn, butter, a little bacon grease, and the perfect mix of salt and black pepper. 🌽 Southern Fried Corn Try This Recipe Pin for Later Want more corn recipes? Crock Pot Creamed Corn: This rich, creamy corn, with a hint...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, This week we are having a perfect summertime dinner of Carolina slaw dogs — perfectly grilled hot dogs are topped with chili dog sauce and creamy coleslaw! And we're serving them up with a side of the best air fryer potato wedges. And for Father's Day, show Dad some love by making him a dinner of grilled flank steak with a side of Cajun potatoes, BLT tortellini pasta, and a chocolate cobbler for dessert! Get This Meal Plan! Pin for Later On the Menu: • Main: Carolina Slaw Dogs -...
10 days ago • 2 min read