When I was 11 years old, my role in the kitchen changed. I was promoted from dish washer to sous-chef. It was a great day really...I still held the title of head dish washer though, lucky me... oh the pains of being an only child until I was 15. ( yeah, fifteen) I remember daddy … Continue reading Carolina Collards with Pork and Dumplings
Louisiana Creole cuisine is right up there in my top 5 favorites! There is something about that unmistakable flavor that just shouts comfort! There are dozens of Tomato Gravy recipes, a southern farmhouse tradition really, but this is by far my favorite. I have been working on the recipe for awhile now, mostly in my … Continue reading Creole Tomato Gravy with Grits
Living on the NC Coast is utopia... but with utopia comes...Hurricanes! We are bracing for Hurricane Hermine ( 2016) It's gonna weaken a bit by the time it gets here, but 50mph winds are still nothing to take for granted. My prayers are with the people of Florida and the rest of the east coast. … Continue reading Farmhouse Veggie Beef Soup
I grew up on Biscuits! We had them for breakfast, lunch, supper, snacks. It was a filling little handful of love that didn't break the bank and stuck to your ribs. ( I think they are still stuck, whew) Granny made these and yeast rolls, which around here we call Light Rolls, all the time … Continue reading Scratch Made Buttermilk Biscuits
It's not fall, and it's not chilly, but I am without a doubt craving those home cooked comfort meals already. I put this on the stove last night and went out to mow the field with the hubbyman. After our showers and after we had cooled down and it was nice and dark out, it … Continue reading Sausage and Rice with Tomatoes
My granny.. that woman could cook anything! She was first and foremost a Southern Cook, but she was so diverse that she could throw together the most moist meatball I've ever had in my life! Here is her recipe.. hope you enjoy! Ingredients The Meatballs One pound ground beef 5 slices of white bead ( … Continue reading Granny’s Meatballs
My favorite pasta sauce, Thanks Granny! 2 Cans Tomato Sauce 1 can Tomato Paste (29 ounce) cans tomato sauce 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil ( use seasonings you like ) 1 pounds ground beef salt and pepper to taste In a large pot mix together garlic, tomato sauce, parsley, sugar … Continue reading Rigatoni with Meat Sauce
