Classic Southern

Swiss steak is true comfort food and this recipe doesn’t disappoint. Perfect for cooler weather, load peppers, onions, tomatoes and an affordable cut of beef into your slow cooker or …

Warm, hearty and covered in a crispy, sugary crumble topping, this mashed sweet potato casserole doesn’t need any marshmallows to make it better. It’s a true classic all on its …

Homemade au gratin potatoes are baked up warm and hearty in a rich sharp cheddar cheese sauce and brightened with fresh thyme. It’s a true treat you can make ahead …

Every cook needs a basic lasagna with meat sauce under their belt. My version is simple and safe to adjust with whatever you want to put in yours. It tastes …

An iconic southern broccoli casserole is something every good cook should have up their sleeve. Here’s my version without any of the nutty stuff–no rice,  no onions, no eggs, no …

It never fails–there’s always a wedding shower, a baby shower a fancy-schmancy birthday party to prep for, or just a day when you need an appetizer and get stuck coming …

Nothin’ says southern like a blackberry pie in your oven. There’s no need to worry either–you can use a refrigerated crust and frozen berries if you don’t have fresh ones …

Baked macaroni and cheese doesn’t have to be complicated with layers of ingredients to be the soul-warming food you crave. This homemade baked macaroni and cheese is my most favorite …

Can old fashioned chicken and dumplings really carry that name when I put carrots and celery in them? Heretic, slanderous, or traitor may all be better words used by my southern …

Are you a chili orphan? Someone left to wander the world without their own version of this hearty classic? If so, well welcome home. You just found your place in …

Hearty food that warms you from your toes up? This cozy chicken and biscuit casserole is just the way to get that done. One pan and frozen biscuits make this …

The best grilled cheese you’ve ever had runs head-long into your tomato soup and BOOM. You get baked mac and cheese with tomatoes. One of the best comfort foods (and …

Truly crispy fried chicken tenders are a dinnertime staple you’re whole family will love. Get all my tips for making that crispy crust you crave, seasoning like a pro (and …

Imagine nachos and mac and cheese meeting over perfectly cooked pasta. Just the right amount of heat and all the creaminess you can handle–this spicy baked mac and cheese is …

Is it cooler weather, warm food time yet? It’s still warm here, but I can feel it coming and toast slathered in warm cinnamon-rich apple butter is exactly what I …

So what is an easy tomato pie? One clue: it’s not a pizza. It’s summer. In a pan. Baked in the oven. It’s summer love (I sound like I’ve been …

No actual pimento cheese was harmed in the making of this recipe. You might be relieved by this–because the idea of baking pimento cheese just seems kind of strange. There …

Creamy coleslaw is a basic recipe every good cook should have in their recipe file. This version is perfectly tangy and sweet–not bland and boring. 

Classic fried apples are a basic southern staple. Don’t get yours from a can–make ’em yourself with this easy version. Use a tangy or tart cooking apple for the best …

What is it about the smell of classic stuffed peppers that gets me right in the feels? It’s the best of simple ingredients–fresh beef, onions, tomatoes, and seasonings that come …

Iceberg lettuce wedge salad is a quick and simple side that doesn’t really “feel” like a salad. Crispy bacon on top dresses it up, and you can quickly and easily …

Crescent roll breakfast casserole is the ultimate one pan breakfast. Gooey cheese, tender eggs and spicy sausage make this your solution for busy mornings or when serving guests. It’s never …