PRALINES – A NEW ORLEANS FAVORITE CANDY

Pralines are a classic Southern confection that are simple to make, yet make a very impressive and well-loved treat. Little Buddy stood close by today as we made a batch of these delicacies to take as presents for friends for later this weekend. While store bought presents are always nice, there is nothing as special … Read more

Chocolate Wet Cake

This cake is moist and has the perfect crumb. I cannot imagine making a chocolate cake using any other recipe. It is so easy to make and puts doctored cake mix recipes to shame. I’m eating a piece of the cake as I’m writing this, drooling all over my keyboard. It is insanely delicious. A … Read more

Chocolate Cake

This Simple Chocolate Cake is wonderfully moist and so delicious with a chocolate fudge frosting. So Yummy and easy to make… follow the directions!! Ingredient: Mass: 1 tablespoon (soup) baking powder 1 cup of chocolate powder 2 cups flour for all use 1 cup (tea) sugar 1 cup (tea) milk 5 eggs Filled & Coating: … Read more

Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake Cones

A cheesecake made in the Instant Pot inspired by your favorite ice cream bar! Strawberry Crunch Cheesecake is creamy and full of strawberry flavor. What was your favorite ice cream bar when you were a kid? Mine was the strawberry shortcake ice cream bar. That sweet strawberry flavor and cool vanilla ice cream.It’s really easy … Read more

ONE HOUR CINNAMON ROLLS

ingredients: for the dough:1 cup warm milk4 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast use the fast-acting kind!1/2 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon salt1 egg1/3 cup canola or vegetable oil4-4 1/2 cups all-purpose unbleached flourfor the filling:1/3 cup salted butter softened1 cup packed light brown sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamonfor the frosting:2 oz. cream cheese at room temperature1/4 cup … Read more

Creamy Shrimp Fettuccine Pasta

A must try creamy shrimp Alfredo pasta! It is surprisingly easy to make and is ready in under 30 minutes, I absolutely loved the hidden creamy shrimp in the pasta!!I promise you this Alfredo Sauce will be the creamiest and best that you ever eat!Shrimp Alfredo is a simple dinner for any night of the … Read more

Amish Apple Fritter

Ingredients: For fritters: 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar 2 large eggs 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 tsp. baking powder ½ tsp. cinnamon ½ tsp. salt ¼ cup milk 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice 2-3 cups peeled, cored and chopped Granny Smith or Gravenstein apples (firm pie apples!) Vegetable oil for deep-frying (approx. 4-5 cups- enough to … Read more

Seafood Boil

Seafood boil just like Louisiana New Orleans, with shrimp, crawfish, Manila clams, and a homemade Cajun seasoning and butter sauce. Ingredients: 1 pound small red-skinned potatoes, quartered1 pound Cajun smoked Andouille cut into 1-inch pieces2 ears corn, shucked, cut into thirds crosswise ( 6 )4 tbsp. minced garlic1/4 cup Old Bay seasoning1 medium lemon, halved, … Read more

Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts

Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast is filled with a delicious broccoli cheese mixture, seared in a skillet, and then baked to perfection. Super easy and super scrumptious! This cheesy broccoli chicken is the perfect comfort food on a cold day. Use thin-sliced cutlets to save some time or cut regular-sized chicken breasts if you … Read more

Homemade Jerk Chicken

The best Jamaican Jerk Chicken including oven and grilling instructions! It’s incredibly flavorful thanks to hours of marinating in a vibrant and deliciously seasoned marinade. And who can resist that light char and crave-able spicy kick? A must-try the recipe! Done right, jerk chicken is one of the great barbecue traditions of the world, up … Read more

Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients:5 ounces cream cheese, softened 1/4 cup sour cream 2 cups prepared salsa 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided 1 cup shredded pepper-jack cheese, divided 2 cups cooked shredded chicken 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cumin Salt and pepper 4 scallions, thinly sliced 8 8-inch flour tortillasDirections:Preheat oven … Read more

Stuffed Green Peppers

his is almost exactly how I make stuffed peppers. Except that I brown and season the meat beforehand, pour off the oil, mix in the remaining ingredients, stuff the peppers, and then cover during baking. I never baste…the steam does the basting for me. The last five minutes of baking remove the cover and sprinkle … Read more

Fried Chicken Alfredo Tacos

Make the best Southern tacos with crispy, spicy fried chicken tenders, guacamole, and cheese. Fried chicken tacos are as good as they are inauthentic. But seriously, how can you go wrong with crunchy nuggets of crispy fried chicken, nestled in a lightly charred flour tortilla, and drizzled with a zesty garlic ranch dressing? Learn how … Read more

Fried Potatoes and Onions/Peppers with Smoked Sausage

After testing out this recipe a few times, I am finally posting it for all of you. It’s the perfect dinner with lots of hearty autumn flavors. Ingredients: 2 lbs baby red potatoes (you can also use regular red potatoes or gold potatoes), cut into 1 – 1 1/2 inch pieces 1 onion, sliced into … Read more

Firecracker Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls

The holidays just screams sausage ball time lol, I love to make these Firecracker sausage balls for my family and friends  Sausage balls are a standard, savory appetizer perfect for so many different occasions. Giving them a little lift using cheddar bay biscuit mix takes them over the top. And will make them the quick … Read more