Less Fuss, More Food
Red Bean Salad is a perfect side kick for grilled or smoked meat, spicy chicken, or juicy burgers. Or great for a substantial snack on the appetizer buffet with some tortilla chips. With minimal prep and cooking, it goes together quickly and can be served …
Broccoli Bacon Salad is a terrific side dish option for hot summer dinners or potlucks. Make it ahead, chill it down, and it’s ready when you want it and the leftovers are a great snack. I’m not generally a fan of raw broccoli, but a …
Carrot Cake is, at best sublime, and at worst, greasy and flavorless with delicious frosting. This Carrot Cake recipe has been my favorite for decades. I’ve tried many in search of something that gives great essence of carrots without being heavy or too oily. The …
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls are super easy, decadent, and make a great gift. They’re great for making for holiday gatherings, family events, or goody boxes to let your friends know they’re loved. It’s a bit of a process, so have fun making these alongside someone …
Cod with Creamy Leeks is a lovely dish that’s impressive enough for entertaining but easy enough for a weeknight. It’s a great way to work more delicious fish into the menu. Serve with Saffron Rice or Basmati Rice Pilaf with some roasted vegetables or a …
Golden Crumb Broccoli Bake is another easy and delicious side from Mike’s family. My mother-in-law has passed along a number of casserole recipes to us over the years and this is another winner. It’s a fun change to our regular rotation of roasted or steamed …
Health Boosting Syrup is our emergency concoction for any ailment. Feeling that scratch creep in or cough get serious, we combine this syrup with standard over-the-counter medications. We jokingly refer to this as my witch’s brew. But don’t discount the effectiveness of the immune system …
Cornbread Dressing has been a family favorite side dish for as long as I can remember. It’s easy to make, a great side, and leftovers reheat well. Plus, we almost always have leftover cornbread and homemade bread, so this is a great way to use …
Classic Cornbread is the perfect, quick accompaniment for a pot of beans or split pea soup. It’s super easy to put together, delicious, and filling. And, if you have leftovers, you can make Southern Cornbread Dressing which is a real treat! We have a bit …
Chicken and root veggies roasted on a sheet pan is so easy and versatile. Serve up a dinner that’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner but feels like a Sunday supper. With the chicken cut into pieces, or purchased in the pieces you prefer, it …
