Easy 4th of July Recipes
Happy Independence Day! I’m so thankful we are still celebrating it 244 years later. I’m guessing that the first anniversary of the…

Happy Independence Day! I’m so thankful we are still celebrating it 244 years later. I’m guessing that the first anniversary of the…
Rice salad is one of the most versatile, delicious foods. Not only is it great for entertaining, but it’s easy to pack…
If you have a vegetable garden, you probably get an explosion of produce in the summer. What can you do with that…
Loaded Twice Baked Potato Casserole is by far one of the best comfort food recipes. This recipe is perfect using any leftover…
This Broccoli Cheese Wild Rice Casserole is perfect for a side dish or an easy, delicious vegetarian dinner. This dish is incredibly…
This chopped salad with oranges and candied pecans is not only crazy nutritious, but out-of-this-world delicious. You could say I am pretty…
Citrus Vinaigrette with Orange and Lemon is a perfect combination of sweet and sour, making it perfect for just about any salad,…
This Pickled Daikon and Carrots Recipe are a new sweet and sour favorite in my kitchen right now. Since we’ve harvested so…
Classic Giblet Gravy is iconic and a must-have on the Southern holiday table. If you aren’t familiar with the gravy, it’s prepared…
This Southern cornbread dressing recipe has been a pleasure to create. However, it took some time to get it just right—that is,…
This cheesy squash casserole recipe is simple and easy to prepare, making it the perfect family dinner food. Not only does it…
This Classic Green Bean Casserole recipe is not only a staple on my holiday table, but a staple throughout the year on…
Wild Rice has to be one of the best bases for salads. It has a nice chew and and a nutty taste;…
Black-eyed Pea, Corn, and Avocado Chutney is the ultimate taste of summer. The pop of the fresh sweet corn kernels pairs perfectly…
Classic Homemade Green Bean Casserole is a favorite in my home around holiday time. It was a favorite of mine from my…
Have you ever eaten pickled okra? If not, it’s the perfect time to try this Southern favorite. This quick pickled okra with…
Why make tomato jelly? If you’re a gardener like me, you may need some new, delicious ways to use up your bountiful…
Roasted Bell Peppers Stuffed with Sausage and Cheddar is the perfect way to make use of your extra bell peppers! Stuffing these…
Grilled Eggplant Parmesan is an easy, low-carb meal choice. The flavors are classic and the ingredients are healthy (and in-season during the…
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon: Beer-Glazed Bacon; who could want more. Brussels sprouts are like candy to me the many ways you…
These showstopping mashed potatoes make the perfect side dish to just about any hardy entrée! I’m officially calling these my Horseradish-Dijon Mashed…
These Quail Lettuce Wraps are just what I need! They allow me to get my wild game fix on and, at the…
Every year, our family welcomes in the New Year with a big steaming bowl of Hoppin’ John (southern-style black-eyed peas). Hoppin John:…
This Hoppin’ John recipe has been in my family forever. I’d like to take the credit for it, but I can’t if…