The Mom 100 Cookbook is Around the Family Table for #SundaySupper! These are the 100 recipes everyone needs! The Mom 100 Cookbook is filled with delicious recipes, tips, including how to keep dishes simple for kids, and then turning up the volume on the same recipe for adults. I loved her description of her One-Pot…

Sometimes the country tastes like the green of the lush vegetation that surrounds it; mountains, plains, and tropical forests.  The rain transforms the green, making it more intense, deeper, and at those times, there is nothing better than a good cup of coffee, a tortilla with cheese and warm conversation. 8 oz. small shell macaroni…

When you are trying to eat a little more healthy, and are missing some of your favorite foods, sometimes you have to be a little creative. This zucchini has the look and the bite of pasta. Since zucchini is a bit bland, it takes on whatever flavors you want to top it with. This would…

Weeknight tacos usually consist of quick-cooking fillings like ground beef, packaged taco seasoning and some hard taco shells.  It’s all good for a quick dinner. These tacos don’t need any cheddar cheese or lettuce or even taco sauce!   If you are craving some South of the Border flavor, you have come to the right…

With just a few simple ingredients, you can turn a box cake mix into something special!  This cake is a copycat of my favorite Entenmann’s cakes that has been discontinued!  No fear, it’s simple to make yourself! 1 box French Vanilla Cake Mix 1 container Homestyle Cream Cheese Frosting Seedless Red Raspberry Jam Coconut Bake…

I must confess that this is my favorite recipe for holiday cookies.  The original recipe…just changed slightly to satisfy my craving for salty/sweet.  With a crisp, buttery, cream cheese pastry and pecans coated in cinnamon caramel – touched with a hint of sea salt – these little pies are heaven sent.   Pastry: 1 cup…

While your waiting for the turkey to finish, try this Thanksgiving Cocktail. Ingredients: 3/4 oz. gin 3/4 oz. dry vermouth 3/4 oz apricot brandy 1/4 oz lemon juice maraschino cherry for garnish Preparation: Pour the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice.  Shake well.  Strain into a chilled glass.  Garnish with the cherry. 

This months Secret Recipe Club pick for me is Fran’s Favs .  They couldn’t have chosen better!  Fran grew up in an Italian household with a Sicilian Mom and a Neopolitan Dad.  This is one of those “wish we were neighbors” kinda thing for me.  Although I was not born Italian, it’s one of my favorite…

Turn everyday pot roast into the best beef dip sandwich!  If you make it the day before, you can slice the roast very thin for the most tender beef. 1 boneless beef bottom rump roast (about 4 lbs.) or Chuck Roast 2 cups beef broth 1 large onion, chopped 1 envelope Good Seasons Italian Dressing…

Are you a brownie lover that loves those crispy bits on the edges and corners? These brownies are a crispy and crunchy wafer that gives you those edges and corners in each bit. #DelightFulls Filled Baking Morsels bring you a new and exciting way to bake! Their innovative technology provides the same great Nestle Toll House…

My two-week countdown to Thanksgiving helps you get organized, so that the day of the feast is easy and  relaxed. TWO WEEKS AHEAD Browse your recipe collection to work out a menu.  What are your favorites:  Where is there room for a little experimentation? Pick up some turkey wings in preparation for making and freezing…

Fresh strawberry topping is great to have on hand!  Use it for topping ice cream sundaes, pancakes, cheesecake or add to your favorite milkshake!  It takes only a few minutes to make! I bought a quart of beautiful strawberries and within a few days some fuzzies started to appear!  One quart is not enough for…

I’m thrilled to have won Paula Deen’s Recipe Swap and Photo Challenge ! To celebrate my achievement and 7,000 Facebook Fans, I’m offering her cookbook that is her proudest achievement so far!  It’s for every bride, graduate, and anyone who has a love of a great Southern Meal. Thanks for your support and Good Luck!

Making homemade sausage is easier than you think!  Mix your own sausage and it can be free of preservatives that are found in processed foods.  To cut the fat, these sweet and savory sausages can be made with ground chicken or turkey. You can easily make these into patties – but if you get a…