Vegetables & Sides Archives

Cranberry Orange Chutney

Imagine a beautiful Thanksgiving side that is so quick and easy, even a five year old can make it! This Cranberry Orange…

21 Ways to Use Venison

Struggling to find the perfect recipe for your venison meat? Look no further! This list of 21 ways to use venison is…

Southern-Style Boiled Peanuts

Boiled peanuts are the perfect snack for road trips and hunting trips—Southern food at its simplest and finest! You can flavor these…

Bruschetta with Venison

Bruschetta is a great way to use up all kinds of leftover vegetables, meats, and cheeses and make delicious hors d’oeuvres at…

Creamy Sweet Potato Soup

This autumn, try to save some of your sweet potatoes for this amazing sweet potato soup. Sure, those pies and casseroles are…

Eggplant Venison Mozzarella Wraps

Looking for a Italian-style dish with a gamey Southern twist? Stuck on your low-carb keto, paleo, or Atkins diet and craving some…

Heirloom Cowpeas

Have y’all heard about cowpeas? You may have never heard that name, but you’ve probably had them before. “Cowpea” is a generic…

Traditional Ratatouille – Perfect for Your Summer Vegetable Harvest!

Every year when the summer harvest finally hits, we get an explosion of fresh vegetables. The supply is literally endless. Everywhere you…

Squash Relish from Your Garden Squash

Squash relish is the perfect answer to: “What do I do with all this summer squash?” Canning squash is easier than you…

Cucumber Salad

I’m a big fan of cucumbers. Every garden and kitchen should be overflowing with them! They are extremely easy to grow (especially…

Summertime Salsa Recipe

This salsa recipe is one of my staples. Salsa (with a gracious helping of good chips) is one of the most delightful…

World’s Best Potato Salad

Potato Salad is no stranger to any culture, and rightly so. Potatoes are perfect for transferring just about any flavor. From cumin…

Glazed Baby Carrots Recipe

This Glazed Baby Carrot recipe uses brown sugar, a bold sweetener that is deep in flavor. Cooking these candied carrots with brown…

Roasted Asparagus

Some stay-at-home cooks never have any success with asparagus. They grill them, stir-fry them, or just serve them raw, only to see…

Amazing Creamy Brussels Sprouts

When I mention Brussels sprouts, most everyone I know contorts their faces in such a way that demonstrates disgust. That is, until…

Antipasto Board Appetizer

The holidays are certainly a time of joy, but can be a time of stress as well. This is the first time…

Turnip Root Fries: Baked, Loaded and Low Carb!

My daughters made these turnip root fries for Scott and I on our anniversary this year. They loaded them with cheese,…

Fried Squash Recipe with Tomato and Pesto: Best Recipe Using Fresh Squash

This Fried Squash Recipe with Tomato and Pesto is a fantastic meal for those days your garden harvest is packed full of squash….

Eggplant Lasagna with Basil Pesto

Some have said that they would choose Eggplant Lasagna with Fresh Basil as their last meal on earth. It is truly one…

Southern Peach Tea: A Recipe to Know by Heart

Southern Peach Tea is one of the old-time favorites and traditions in my home. We are surrounded by peach orchards here in…

Squash Boats – a Perfect Summer Squash Recipe

Squash Boats are simple to make and super healthy. Squash is such a versatile vegetable that lends itself to frying, grilling, sautéing, or even used as noodles!

They soak up the flavors of sauces thereby lending themselves to all kinds of awesome variations. They’re incredibly healthy and versatile. You can make them Italian by adding Marinara Sauce or Indian by using Indian Spices. This is the perfect food for all cultures!