Coca-Cola Jello fruit salad combines cherry pie filling, crushed pineapple and strawberry gelatin. Pairs well as a side dish or a light summer dessert.Keeping in step with my infatuation with jello … I have another jello fruit salad recipe for you! A few years after The Husband and I were married, my mother-in-law sent me a recipe for “Carolyn’s Coke Congealed Salad” and asked me if I would make it for the upcoming holiday dinner.Carolyn was my husband’s maternal grandmother and she ... continue reading...
Instant Pot Eggs and Grits in Mason Jars
Instant Pot eggs and grits will become a brunch staple in your house. Cheesy corn grits cooked in mason jars are topped with a creamy, poached egg. My husband is a Travel Channel fan. Frequently in the evening, after he has caught up on the news, he’ll flip over to the Travel Channel in search of something entertaining that doesn’t require a lot of attention. You know what I mean?Occasionally, I will sit on the couch, usually half absorbed in what's going on. My mind is usually occupied ... continue reading...
Hummingbird Bundt Cake
A darling of Southern desserts, Hummingbird Bundt Cake combines sliced bananas, crushed pineapples and chopped with a spiced cake batter. The slightly sweet cake is then topped with decadent cream cheese icing and more chopped pecans.This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more about how affiliate links are used on this site. Hummingbird cake – it’s a simple cake with a funny name and beloved by Southerners everywhere. Don’t worry, despite its name, hummingbirds are not ... continue reading...
Mint Julep Sauce for Lamb Chops
Fresh mint leaves, bourbon, sugar and red wine vinegar are gently simmered together for a light and fresh mint julep sauce for lamb chops.This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more about how affiliate links are used on this site. Next time you want to prepare a special meal at home, consider venturing outside the comfortable zone of steak and consider lamb. Lamb chops are meaty like a steak, but so elegant and pretty easy to prepare. Pairing lamb with mint is a ... continue reading...
Shrimp and Crawfish Étouffée
Shrimp and crawfish étouffée is a classic Louisiana dish with lots for flavor. Shrimp and crawfish tails are simmered with vegetables and spices and served over hot cooked white rice.A few months ago, I polled a few friends on my personal Facebook page for feedback on their favorite Southern food recipes. My friend Jermaine, a classmate from high school, piped up that he had a crawfish étouffée recipe he would be willing to share if I was interested.Are you kidding me?!? I told him of ... continue reading...
