I don’t know who makes these decisions, but there is an endless list of “National Days” celebrating foods, dishes and ingredients. I recently saw that it was National Pecan Month, so I thought I better pull out a preparation for the iconic Southern nut. These are a salty, crunchy snack for the bar, or on top of a salad, and once again prove that everything is better with … [Read more...] about Bacon Fried Pecans
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Red Beans and Rice – My Way
Red Beans and Rice are a classic of the Louisiana cooking canon. And I assume every Louisiana cook has there own version that they would assert constitutes the only way to properly make the dish. And I’ll tell you, the same can be said of me. No, I am not from Louisiana and I don’t have roots there, but I love the food and I cook my own version of red beans and rice – the … [Read more...] about Red Beans and Rice – My Way
Festive Favorites 2012
Holiday shopping season is upon us once again, and I love to share gift ideas for the food lovers in your life. As always, these are just some ideas about personal favorites – no one has asked me to promote any products. I love nothing more than a cookbook as a gift. After all the excitement of the holiday season has calmed down, nothing is better than curling up on the … [Read more...] about Festive Favorites 2012
Spiced Cider Pound Cake
Growing up in the South, fall was always just a short little respite from the heat, before the dull, dark cold winter. The leaves turn quickly and fall fast. The weather is only really sweater-worthy for a few days. The mass-marketed Halloween costumes were always hideously hot, and eating outside on Thanksgiving is usually a possibility. I love everything about fall. … [Read more...] about Spiced Cider Pound Cake
Bubbling Beer and Bacon Cheese Dip
Cooking with beer is an October tradition. While it is just cool enough to have one last outdoor event, it is fun to put together an Oktoberfest celebration. The weather is beautiful and the food is comforting, perfect for a gathering of friends. Warm sweaters and warm colors, leaves turning, a nip in the air and of course, plenty of beer. This recipe was born because it … [Read more...] about Bubbling Beer and Bacon Cheese Dip
