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
This recipe for my Easy Swiss Steak only calls for a handful of ingredients and is the perfect way to turn cubed steak into super tender Swiss steak with tomato
Easy Swiss Steak
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.
No-Bake Butterscotch Cornflake Cookies
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
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
A simple cucumber and onion salad that combines flavors of sweet onion and tart vinegar to create a beloved, quick and easy recipe. Pin this
Simple Cucumber and Onion Salad
Y'all, today Southern Living Magazine, the nation's 5th largest selling magazine, launched its brand new series "Quick-Fix Suppers" featuring none other than my
Christy Jordan and Southern Living’s Quick-Fix Suppers
Ranch Chicken Cheese Ball is a delicious, savory appetizer packed with chicken, cream cheese, cheddar, ranch, and pecans. This is an easy recipe that is
Ranch Chicken Cheese Ball
These Green Bean Bundles are a delicious way to add a little something special to your table. Tender green beans are wrapped in smoky bacon and drizzled with a
Green Bean Bundles
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 Shortcut Fried Okra recipe features deep fried, individually-coated pieces of okra in a seasoned flour/cornmeal mixture. Pin this recipe! It
Shortcut Fried Okra
My two year old is obsessed with letting the dogs in and out of the house. If Heather or I let one of the dogs out without his help, he freaks out. So a few
Onion Roasted Potatoes and Our “Lady” Visitor
Happy National Chip and Dip Day! One of my all-time favorite chip and dip combos is tortilla chips and guacamole. But for some reason, folks seem to be miffed
Guacamole and Happy National Chip and Dip Day!
Y'all, my sweet, precious wife has vertigo. Has had it since Saturday and she's about to go out of her mind. This isn't her first stint with the "spins". She































