Hey Reader! Hot oil. Cast iron. That smell that pulls everybody to the kitchen. I'm sharing my Cornmeal Fish Fry Mix, and it is the coating my family has trusted for years. Golden, crispy, and full of flavor every single time. Pair it with my Southern Fried Catfish, and you have got a summer dinner worth gathering around. The Best Cornmeal Fish Fry Mix Try This Recipe Pin for Later What to Serve With This Southern Fried Corn Fritters Sweet Heat Pickles Southern Green Beans and Potatoes Easy...
2 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Summer is in full swing, and my kitchen is busy. Cold pasta salads, crispy fried chicken, smoky grilled everything, fresh tomato salads, and a pitcher drink that makes the whole afternoon better. These are the recipes I am making on repeat right now — the ones my family requests, the ones that travel well, and the ones that never come home with leftovers Grilled Steak Salad Try This Recipe New and Updated Southern Fried Squash Hamburger Hobo Dinner Foil Packs Southern Fried...
3 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! Despite what people might think, us Southerners aren't living off of fried chicken and buttermilk biscuits on the daily. I love a healthy stir fry, avocado toast, or fish taco as much the next person. But when I want something that tastes like home, the kind of food my Grandma would cook for me, this is what I make. Southern Dishes I Crave Southern Fried Catfish Simple seasoning, a proper cornmeal fish fry coating, and a technique that gives you a perfect crust every single time....
6 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! Happy 4th of July! It's been hotter than a pepper patch around here, and I'm doing everything I can to keep things cool, especially in the kitchen. I've put together a list of my weekend eats that are perfect for keeping things cool and delicious...no matter what the temps are outside! It's Too Hot To Cook Whipped Ranch Dip This dip is silky, light, and full of that tangy, herby ranch flavor we all love. Perfect with chips, fresh veggies, and spread on a sandwich! Try This Recipe...
6 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! Tomorrow we celebrate. And I want to make sure your table is ready. Whether you are hosting a big backyard cookout or keeping it simple with family, I have got everything you need right here. The recipes I am counting on this year: Grilled Barbecued Hot Dogs — smoky, saucy, and gone in minutes. Southern Deviled Egg Potato Salad — Mama's recipe, made for a crowd. The Best BBQ and Cookout Side Dishes — everything on one page. Big Batch Bourbon Arnold Palmer — make the pitcher...
6 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! You might say I have a thing for Caprese salads. Cool, creamy mozzarella. Bright, juicy tomatoes. Fresh ribbons of basil. It tastes like it came straight from a summer garden! My shortcut caprese salad delivers all the flavor I love about this iconic recipe without any extra fuss. I bring my caprese pasta salad to every summer cookout, potluck, and covered dish supper. Then I decided to channel my passion for caprese salad into a recipe using strawberries instead of tomatoes. The...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, This week we are making grilled BBQ chicken legs with classic potato salad, a fresh feta watermelon salad, and watermelon cooler cocktails. And for 4th of July Weekend, to help you relax with friends and family, we are making: a pineapple bacon cheese ball, crock pot pork ribs, bacon ranch pasta salad, and air fryer corn on the cob. Get This Meal Plan! Pin for Later On the Menu: • Main: Grilled BBQ Chicken Legs - The ultimate summer cookout food—there’s nothing quite like sweet,...
8 days ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader! Summers in my house have always revolved around eggs. Not just for breakfast. In the salad bowl. In the dressing. Folded right into the pasta. My Mama knew what she was doing. This week I am sharing three of my most-requested summer salads, and every single one of them has an egg at the heart of it. My Mama's #1 Tip: The secret to all three of these salads is the same. Mash the egg yolks directly into the dressing. Not chopped. Not sliced. Mashed smooth. That is what makes the...
9 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader! It is hot out there, and the last thing you need is a hot oven making it worse. This is exactly why I reach for my crock pot all summer long. 3 reasons to use your slow cooker this summer: No oven heat — your kitchen stays cool Dinner is ready when you walk in the door The slow cook brings out flavors you just cannot rush 2 tips to know: Never lift the lid while it is cooking — every peek adds time Low and slow is almost always better than high and fast Here's What is on the Menu...
10 days ago • 1 min read