There's not a funeral, baby shower or church potluck in the south that doesn't have a traditional seven layer salad gracing its table. Usually made by a 70-something named Mable, it's a beautiful and delicious side dish with its own unique dressing you won't want to miss.Seven layer salad goes with monogrammed Pyrex dishes like peanut butter and jelly.That means it's a potluck ...
Classic Southern
Homemade Pimento Cheese (without cream cheese)
Homemade pimento cheese doesn't have to come from a plastic container at the grocery store. Demystify this southern classic and make a perfectly creamy version you'll be proud to serve and even happier to eat. ...
How to make baby back ribs on the grill
Baby back ribs on the grill are a specialty of summer--and something every rib lover wants to have on their table when they get a chance. My version takes a nod from the way my mom used to tenderize them and makes grilling a snap--get all the finger licking secrets here. There's nothing like the smell of baby back ribs on the grill. Well really, I like just about anything on the grill or ...
How to fry catfish (and make sandwiches!)
Learn how to fry catfish that's crispy but tender, and just right when you dip it in some tangy tartar sauce or pile it high with your favorite cole slaw. It's southern food at its core. ...
Homemade strawberry pie glaze
Homemade strawberry pie glaze passes the store bought bags of red mystery in a flash. Kick the red #40 and make your version without artificial colors or flavors and still be able to say it's the most delicious you've ever had. It's true. I'll show you how. ...
Homemade Strawberry Shortcake
Homemade strawberry shortcake is a far cry from those round flavorless discs you buy at the grocery store. Discover how to make your own homemade strawberry shortcake in a few simple steps. Just add whipped cream and dig in! ...
Classic Deviled Eggs
Classic deviled eggs aren't rocket science, but they do need the right balance of tangy, salty and lip-smackingly good ingredients that will have them gobbled up in minutes. Get the easy recipe that's never bland or boring. ...
Strawberry angel food lush
This strawberry angel food lush is free-form layers of cake, cream cheese, whipped cream and tangy berries with all the goodness you can want in a spring dessert. Have a potluck or graduation around the corner? Try these in a big 9x13 or individual servings for a special touch. ...
Vegetable Beef Soup
Vegetable beef soup should be hearty and just downright easy to do. This version is affordable with frozen vegetables and slow-cooked beef to fill you (or your crowd) up in no time flat. ...
Dutch Oven Pot Roast with Carrots and Potatoes
Dutch oven pot roast with carrots and potatoes gets juicy and fork tender right from the oven. If you have time to skip the slow cooker, it's worth it for a melt in your mouth meal you'll be happy to serve again and again. ...