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  • Southwest Fried Oysters

    Southwest Fried Oysters

    We love our seafood here in the deep South, oysters being “one” of our favorites.  I usually don’t fry foods but I have to say I just don’t like oysters any other way.  So, I am always experimenting with different coatings to give the oysters different flavors and this one is a hit with my…

  • Kay’s Mexican Cornbread

    Kay’s Mexican Cornbread

    My dear friend Kay makes this for so many of our gatherings and this cornbread is sooooo good.  It is ALWAYS the hit of every party. It freezes well, a great compliment to many dishes or fantastic to eat just by itself.  I will warn you ahead of time, it’s hard to eat just one…

  • Pecan Cookies with Rosemary

    Pecan Cookies with Rosemary

    I have tons of rosemary in my garden.  I am always looking for recipe’s to use this wonderful herb and my good friend Sherry shared this one with me.  The original recipe called for Pine Nuts. As usual, when I decided to give this recipe a try, I was out of the pine nuts and…

  • Red Pepper & Rosemary Hummus

    Red Pepper & Rosemary Hummus

    There are so many variations of hummus and I often experiment with different flavors. It is so easy and quick to make. Just throw everything in the food processor and blend. Any flavor of hummus is fantastic for a spread on sandwiches, use as a dip, or just serve with pita bread or fresh vegetables…

  • White Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Cookies

    White Chocolate Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Cookies

    This is a REALLY Great cookie recipe and a family favorite! Directions: Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat baking sheets with no-stick cooking spray or line baking sheets with parchment paper. Beat shortening, sugar and brown sugar in a large bowl at medium speed of electric mixer until creamy. Beat in eggs and vanilla.…

  • Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake

    Cinnamon Swirl Pound Cake

    This is one of my recipe’s that I make each holiday season for my customers.  I bake around 150 cakes, beginning the week after Thanksgiving. This is a easy recipe to whip up and very tasty. Directions:  Beat 4 eggs in mixing bowl with electric mixer. Add water and oil; mix until blended. Add cake…

  • Mamaw’s Egg Pie

    Mamaw’s Egg Pie

    This is my husband’s and my son’s FAVORITE pie. Directions: Mix sugar, melted butter and cornstarch until blended. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well. Add milk and vanilla; mix until well blended. Bake at 350 degrees until firm to the touch, about 20-30 minutes.

  • Pumpkin Spice Glazed Apple Bread

    Pumpkin Spice Glazed Apple Bread

    This is a version of a recipe from Betty Crocker, Caramel-Glazed Apple Bread.   I changed the glaze to a Hershey’s Kisses Pumpkin spice UMH!!!! Directions: Heat oven 350 degrees.  Grease bottoms only of 2 (8X4 inch) loaf pans with cooking spray or shortening. In a large bowl, stir together apples, I cup brown sugar, the buttermilk,…

  • Chickpea, Kale, and Tomato Salad

    Chickpea, Kale, and Tomato Salad

    This salad is easy, healthy,  and delicious! Directions: Place the chickpeas, garlic, 2 cups of water, lemon juice, and 3/4 tsp. salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.  Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.  Drain and set aside. Heat 2 tbsps olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.  Add…

  • Tuna Casserole

    Tuna Casserole

    I am always on the lookout for good recipes that have ingredients that can be prepared from staples in my pantry.  If you are like me, you always are running out of food in the freezer, fresh vegetables and really don’t want to make that trip to the grocery store. This is one of those…

  • Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

    Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti

    If you are looking for a easy, quick, tasty recipe to feed a crowd, Cheesy chicken spaghetti will fit the bill…If you are cooking for two, the leftovers are great to put in the freezer for a quick week night supper. Directions: Fill large pot with water and 1 tbsp. olive oil and 1 tbsp.…

  • Grilled Summer Vegetable Pasta

    Grilled Summer Vegetable Pasta

    We grill most nights in the summer and always include some type of vegetable on the grill.  This is a quick way to use leftovers or just serve as the main course. Directions: Start a large pot of salted water on high heat.  Add pasta and cook until el dente Prepare your grill for a…