If raised in the South, you are likely to have at least one tried and true biscuit recipe up your sleeve. Well, this is that recipe for me. I’ve probably made these biscuits about 600 times at least. My son absolutely loves these biscuits, especially when doused in honey. He’s only seven, and doesn’t yet […]
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My Grilled Panzanella Salad is full of flavor and texture. It’s the perfect summertime recipe and a delicious way to celebrate the season’s bounty. By grilling the vegetables and bread, this salad takes on a whole new flavor profile, transforming what would be a very good panzanella salad into something extraordinary. Grilled, the vegetables become
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Creamy, tender white beans are blended with peppers, spices and layers upon layers of cheese for a dish that is absolutely crave-worthy. My Cheesy White Beans are the definition of comfort food and after just one bite, I think you’ll agree. Cannellini, Great Northern, Navy or Baby Lima beans all work in this dish. Great
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This time of year, you’ll often find a huge bowl of coleslaw in my refrigerator. I love the stuff and so does my family. It’s fresh, peppery and crunchy, with a slight sweetness from both the cabbage and maple syrup, tanginess from the apple cider vinegar and creaminess from the mayonnaise and buttermilk. It’s perfect
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My Asparagus and Leek Tart couldn’t be easier to make. Store-bought puff pastry is used to create a flaky and buttery base that’s painted with a tangy mustard sauce and topped with fresh spring vegetables. This dish is rustic, but elegant and the perfect bite to serve at Mother’s Day Brunch or your next happy
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Instant Pot Refried Pinto Beans are a staple in my house. They are inexpensive, easy to make (thanks to the Instant Pot) delicious (thanks to my heavy hand with spices) and good for you too. Pinto beans are not only low in saturated fat, they are a great source of fiber, protein, carbohydrates and minerals
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I first came across Calabacitas while traveling through the Chihuahuan and Sonoran Deserts of New Mexico and Arizona. Calabacitas is a rich and savory side dish made from slowly simmered zucchini, peppers, onions and spices; meat is sometimes added as well. The long cook time allows the vegetables to soften and their natural sugars to
These Sweet Potato Croquettes are the perfect little bite to serve at happy hour or as a light dinner with a simple salad such as my Salad of Butter Lettuce and Toasted Hemp Hearts. The croquettes are sweet, yet savory with a smooth and buttery interior and crunchy, salty exterior. Admittedly, these croquettes do take
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If you like grilled cheese sandwiches, you will love my Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Charred Asparagus. Here, seedy, crusty bread is brushed with an earthy and umami Mushroom and Thyme Compound Butter and filled with charred asparagus and salty and creamy cheddar cheese. This sandwich is full of flavor and a wonderful break from the
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Artichokes are available year-round, but spring marks the peak of their season and the time of year when I enjoy them the most. The artichoke is a beautiful plant with long silvery green leaves and stunning purple blooms. It’s an unique addition to any vegetable garden and tastes great when harvested too. Although most of
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