This post was originally posted on June 25, 2014. The recipe was updated to a more consistent method on May 5, 2022. Photography is not something I
Slow Cooker Cornbread Dressing
If your kitchen is like mine, then you know what I mean when I say that oven space is at a premium around the holidays - especially when it comes to
Coca-Cola Cake
We Southerners love our Coke, and of course by Coke I mean any carbonated beverage - it's what some folks call soda or pop or cola, you know Sprite, Coca-Cola,
Loaded Bacon Popcorn
Grab the blood pressure pills and call the cardiologist, have I've got an awesome recipe for y'all today! Fresh popcorn popped in bacon fat then drizzled with
Nana’s Hoop Cheese Macaroni and Cheese
When I was little, my grandfather was the butcher at a small grocery store/service station in the little bitty town of Camden, Alabama. If you're familiar with
Southern Pimento Cheese
This Southern Pimento Cheese recipe is quick, easy, and flavorful. It's perfect as a spread, dip, sandwich, or on its own! When I think about sandwiches
Boo Fries and a Great Big THANK YOU!
I've got a special little dish to share with y'all today. It's not really a recipe, per se. It's something that I grew up eating, thinking that we were the
Easy Swiss Steak
This post was originally published August 18, 2011 and was updated October 26, 2021. I'm back to share another childhood favorite recipe of mine and this
Gumbo Greens and Thoughts on Being Positive
The other day I had someone ask me how I can be so positive and upbeat all the time. And though the short answer is, " I choose to be that way," I feel like
Almost Famous Fried Chicken
Now y'all don't run me out when I say this, but I don't cook fried chicken very often. I know it's Southern blasphemy, but I just don't. It's not because I
Papa’s Lemon Icebox Pie
From the day I started this blog, there has always been one recipe that I wanted to share, but couldn't. It's my grandfather's recipe for Lemon Icebox Pie.Â
Classic Southern Potato Salad
This Classic Southern Potato Salad recipe is a simple southern side dish filled with flavor and perfect for barbecues and potlucks. Over the course of the
Okra Fritters
I just love it when you all share recipes with me! I love checking my email to find a new family favorite that's probably been passed down through the
Easy Fried Green Tomatoes
A few months back, I got criticized for using the word "y'all". And I'd like to thank all of you out there who jumped to my defense, but I'm okay with
Old School Skillet Fried Okra
Periodically, I jump back to old recipes and update them with new photos and sometimes add a few extra tips for perfecting the dish. This post brought
Simple Cucumber and Onion Salad
A simple cucumber and onion salad that combines flavors of sweet onion and tart vinegar to create a beloved, quick and easy recipe. Need a quick, simple,
The Best Fried Okra (easy too)
It doesn't get much more Southern than fried okra. Am I right? Last week I got a hankerin' for some of the stuff, made some, and sat and ate it until I was
Mom’s Chicken and Gravy
It's tradition that nearly every Sunday, we go to my parents' house for supper. It's a great opportunity to see them and and spend time with them and a chance
Easy Smothered Chicken
Hey y'all! We sure have been having a stint of BEAUTIFUL weather here in the South! In the 70s nearly every day for the past several weeks. Things
Quick and Easy Meatloaf
Meatloaf has to be one of my favorite comfort foods. There's just something about a good ol' meatloaf that warms the soul. Not to mention the fact
Kentucky Pecan Pie
This Kentucky Pecan Pie recipe is super easy and super delicious. Filled with yummy pecans and chocolate, it’s a warm delicious cookie-like dessert everyone
My Secret Cheese Grits Recipe
Grits are probably one of my favorite breakfast foods. I remember eating them as far back as my mind will let me.  On cold winter mornings, my Mom would put a
Pecan Chewies
Pecan Chewies are delicious, easy to make, chewy cookie bars that are always a crowd pleaser and one of my most popular recipes here at Southern Bite. I
