I'm ba-ack! Woo-hoo! My jury duty service is over. To be honest it was an enlightening and frightening experience, but I'm glad to be able to to my part.
Growing up there weren't a whole lot of kids in my neighborhood and as an only child it was sometimes difficult to find playmates. But I did find one rather
Shortcut Buttercream Icing and the Tale of Two Cakes
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
Gumbo Greens and Thoughts on Being Positive
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
Almost Famous Fried Chicken
This easy Lemon Icebox Pie recipe combines a creamy, tangy lemon filling made with sweetened condensed milk and fresh lemon juice with a light and fluffy
Papa’s Lemon Icebox Pie
This Classic Southern Potato Salad recipe is a simple southern side dish filled with flavor and perfect for barbecues and potlucks. Pin this
Classic Southern Potato Salad
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
Okra Fritters
So, today is officially the first day of Summer. But, I beg to differ with that meteorological designation because we've been living in the blast furnace known
Blackberry Cobbler
Saturday we were heading through downtown and pulled over and stopped to allow a funeral procession to pass. The crossing streets had been closed by police
Pineapple Blueberry Dump Cake and the Joys of Small Town Life
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
Easy Fried Green Tomatoes
Ingredients 1 cup mayo 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish 1 tablespoon creole seasoning (I prefer Zatarain's) 3 tablespoons of creole mustard (same
Remoulade Sauce
Lemonade pie is a refreshing no bake dessert filled with light, sweet, and tangy flavors. It's the perfect, easy dessert for hot summer days! This
No-Bake Lemonade Pie
This Southern classic Old School Skillet Fried Okra recipe is a comforting side dish with that hash-like texture we all grew up loving. Pin this
Old School Skillet Fried Okra
Packed with tons of amazing flavor and crunch, this Asian-Inspired Ramen Slaw recipe features crunchy toasted ramen and almonds, a sweet and savory tangy
Asian-Inspired Ramen Slaw
These Porcupine Meatballs get their funny name from the rice that's mixed into them. They're tender, juicy, and super flavorful! Pin this recipe! When I
Porcupine Meatballs
This easy Sausage Balls recipe is a classic Southern appetizer or snack made with simple ingredients like Bisquick, cheddar, breakfast sausage, and cream
Sausage Balls
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
Quick and Easy Meatloaf
This Easy Christmas Fudge is a no-fail recipe everyone will love! Made with marshmallow fluff and chocolate chips, it’s the perfect holiday treat! Pin this
Easy Christmas Fudge
Hopefully, by now, the Thanksgiving food coma has passed, the Christmas decorations are all up, and you're well into the holiday season. If not, no worries...
Weeknight Bites: Chicken/Turkey Pot Pie
Quick, no-bake Chocolate Eclair with just 5 ingredients! This easy layered dessert is simple to make and so delicious. Pin this recipe! This Easy
Pam Walker’s Easy Chocolate Eclair
This creamy, no-bake Oreo Delight is layered with a buttery cookie crust, fluffy sweetened cream cheese, rich chocolate pudding, and whipped topping, and it’s
Mom’s Oreo Delight
These Old Fashioned Lard Biscuits have a unique flavor and texture thanks to the lard in the recipe. Pin this recipe! Y’all, there’s just something
Old Fashioned Lard Biscuits
We just love fried pickles. They're the perfect decadent appetizer or snack and they're surprisingly easy to pull off! A few things to






























