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fried okra recipe traditional southern crispy crunchy cornmeal

Southern Fried Okra

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Crispy, crunchy, flavorful nuggets of yumminess, this Southern Fried Okra recipe is just what you need to liven up any occasion!  Serve them as a snack or at your next BBQ or backyard party, this fried okra is sure to be a hit! Since moving from the Pacific Northwest … Continue reading →

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Pistachio Lemon Cheese Balls

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Whether for casual or formal entertaining, these Pistachio Lemon Cheese Balls are guaranteed to liven up the occasion!  Bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors and popping with color, they're as fun to eat as they are beautiful to look at! Pistachio Lemon Cheese … Continue reading →

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Skillet Cornbread

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Made with 100% corn, this Skillet Cornbread recipe is easy to make and is sure to become a go-to whenever you're craving a rustic cornbread that is positively PACKED with that scrumptious corn flavor! A wonderfully rustic and robust cast iron skillet cornbread that's … Continue reading →

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Milanese Philly Cheesesteak

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The all-American Philly Cheesesteak sandwich gets an Italian makeover!  These Milanese Philly Cheesesteak is packed with flavor and will have your taste buds singing! This is the sandwich that had my husband's colleagues clamoring at his office door at lunchtime as … Continue reading →

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Southern Black Eyed Pea Salad

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Deliciously fresh and seductively smoky, the flavor and varied textures in this phenomenal Southern Black Eyed Pea Salad recipe will wow your taste buds!  Quick and easy to make, serve it as a side or enjoy it as a salsa with chips! The South has a tradition that goes … Continue reading →

BEST Macaroni Salad

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Your search for the BEST macaroni salad ends here!  This recipe ensures that you'll avoid all the common pitfalls of a mediocre macaroni salad.  Deliciously creamy, moist, packed with flavor, the right balance of ingredients, the perfect texture, and visually beautiful, this … Continue reading →

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BEST Instant Pot Chili

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This Instant Pot Chili recipe is a favorite in our home.  A delicious blend of beef, beans, tomatoes, a variety of fragrant spices, and a "secret ingredient" all come together to create a tummy-warming, soul-satisfying chili that is out of this world delicious! Have … Continue reading →

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Creamy Cabbage and Kielbasa Soup

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This wonderful Creamy Cabbage and Kielbasa Soup is packed with healthy veggies, savory kielbasa sausage, and is loaded with flavor!   It's one of our family favorites and we're confident it's going to become a regular favorite in your home too!  This is a terrific make-ahead … Continue reading →

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Old Fashioned Beef Stew

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Look no further for the BEST beef stew recipe!  Positively PACKED with FLAVOR, this is the richest, tastiest old fashioned beef stew and we're confident you're going to love it as much as we do! It's not hard to make an excellent beef stew, but it's easy to make a … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Lard Pie Crust

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Get ready to make the BEST flavored and BEST textured pastry crust EVER!  Buttery goodness meets perfect flakiness in this homemade lard pie crust recipe that takes less than 5 minutes to make and is sure to become your go-to from now on! I think the original … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Pie Spice

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Made with ingredients you already have in your pantry, this homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice recipe is super quick to make and is cheaper and much more FLAVORFUL than store-bought!   Use this in any recipe calling for pumpkin spice and you'll immediately notice the massive flavor … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Chicken Noodle Soup

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Nothing speaks comfort like a bowl of hot, homemade chicken noodle soup.  And if you're looking for the BEST chicken noodle soup recipe, look no further.  Low and slow-simmered chicken, fresh and wholesome vegetables, savory herbs, healing broth...this "ultimate" version … Continue reading →

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Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa

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Grilled Salmon with Peach Salsa  If you're looking for a fabulous grilled salmon recipe to add to your repertoire, this one's a must try!  Smoky grilled salmon is topped a fresh and vibrant sweet-spicy salsa featuring peaches and jalapenos!  Quick and easy to make with … Continue reading →

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Bread and Butter Pickles

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Delightfully crunchy with the perfect balance of sweet and tart, these bread and butter pickles are a breeze to make and can be stored in the refrigerator or canned for long-term storage.  These are practically a staple in our home and we love them on sandwiches, burgers, or … Continue reading →

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Almond Poppy Seed Muffins

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You won't be able to resist the smell, the flavor, or the perfectly moist texture of these Almond Poppy Seed Muffins! I recommend making a double batch while you're at it because these muffins will go FAST!  Yes, for the ultimate Almond Poppy Seed Muffins recipe, you've … Continue reading →

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Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies

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Sweet coconut, chewy oats, and salty toasted sunflower seeds pair in these delightful and delicious Coconut Sunflower Seed Cookies! Sunflowers are such happy flowers and it's hard not to feel cheered up just by looking at them.  I've always wanted to visit a huge … Continue reading →

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Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad

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Pepperoni Pizza Pasta Salad  Enjoy your favorite pizza toppings in this pasta salad!  Easy to assemble and made in advance, bring this to your next family picnic, BBQ, or potluck! You just can't have too many pasta salad recipes.  They're the perfect accompaniment to … Continue reading →

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Ultimate Corn Pudding

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This Ultimate Corn Pudding recipe incorporates three "secret" ingredients giving it a major flavor boost that will make your taste buds sing! Who doesn't enjoy a good corn pudding?  As American as apple pie, corn pudding goes back many generations as classic down-home … Continue reading →

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BEST Hamburger Gravy

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For a quick and easy weeknight dinner solution, it's hard to beat this delicious, old-fashioned, BEST Hamburger Gravy recipe!  This American classic is the perfect comfort food to whip up after a long day - it's ready to serve in 25 minutes!  This old staple of the … Continue reading →

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Creole Mustard

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Warning - this homemade Creole Mustard is going to keep you coming back for more! This mustard is made with a Creole kick that will really make your mouth water. Make a jar today, and you’ll find yourself using it all the time! I really haven’t bought sauces, … Continue reading →

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Colonial Hot Chocolate

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Reminiscent of hot chocolate from the days of the early American colonies, this Colonial Hot Chocolate recipe incorporates the traditional warm spices for an old-fashioned, nostalgic, and absolutely delicious flavor! © Charles Brutlag | Dreamstime What we know as … Continue reading →

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Sausage, Kale, and Black Eyed Pea Soup

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Sausage, Kale, and Black Eyed Soup  Loaded with as much flavor as nutrition, this wholesome black eyed pea soup is packed with healthy ingredients and is positively delicious!  It's the perfect soup to cozy up to on a cold night! Call it want you like - an … Continue reading →

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Andouille and Greens with Cheese Grits

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Sautéed Andouille and Greens with Cheese Grits  Flavorful andouille sausage is cooked up with caramelized onions and sauteed Cajun-seasoned greens served over delicious cheesy grits.  It's Southern comfort food at its best! Of Native American origin, grits are a staple … Continue reading →

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Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies (3 Ingredients)

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Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe  Made with just 3 ingredients, these cookies are wonderfully chewy, deliciously flavorful, AND you can enjoy them without all the guilt!  Paleo and gluten free. Wouldn't it be nice if all delicious recipes were this easy? Yep, … Continue reading →

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Traditional Johnny Cakes

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Traditional Johnny Cakes Recipe  Made the old-fashioned way with only a small handful of ingredients, these tasty Johnny Cakes are fried until golden brown and delightfully crispy!   Corn has been a central, staple ingredient in the Americas for thousands of … Continue reading →

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Smoky Black Eyed Pea Soup

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Smoky Black Eyed Pea Soup  Positively PACKED with incredible flavor and loaded wholesome ingredients, this black eyed pea soup recipe is sure to become a favorite! Black-eyed peas are a staple in Southern cuisine, soul food in particular.  Originating in West Africa … Continue reading →

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White Bean Chili with Roasted Corn and Peppers

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Cozy up to a bowl of this flavor-packed White Bean Chili with Roasted Corn and Peppers and you'll feel warmed up in no time - both body and soul!  And you can easily swap the chicken broth for vegetable to make this a vegetarian or vegan white bean chili! Nothing … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Mousse

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This creamy Pumpkin Mousse is deliciously silky and flavorful, comes together in 10 minutes, and is a perfect make-ahead dessert!  Made from scratch.  We add cream cheese for a pumpkin cheesecake mousse twist! Whether you're cooking for a crowd and need a quick … Continue reading →

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Roasted Cornish Game Hen

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With its perfectly crispy, golden brown skin and moist, flavorful meat, this Roasted Cornish Game Hen recipe is sure to win you a standing ovation from your dinner guests! Get ready to learn how to prepare roasted Cornish hen that is super moist and flavorful with … Continue reading →

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BEST Mincemeat Pie

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If you've never experienced homemade mincemeat pie (aka mince pie) you don't know what you're missing!  Leave the store-bought mince pies on the shelf and get ready to fall in love - nothing compares to homemade! Mincemeat pie, also called mince pie, has occupied a … Continue reading →

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Hard Sauce (Brandy Butter)

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A traditional Hard Sauce recipe (aka Brandy Butter recipe) that's quick and easy to make and will add extra flavor, moisture, and exquisite yumminess to your warm desserts!  It's an absolute MUST for a traditional Christmas spread! This traditional brandy butter comes … Continue reading →

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Sweet Potato Pie

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Set the pumpkin aside and go for sweet potato - it has a richer flavor AND is more nutritious!  This Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie recipe combines sour cream for an irresistibly velvety texture! Sweet Potato Pie vs. Pumpkin Pie Sweet potato or pumpkin?  That's an … Continue reading →

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ULTIMATE Green Bean Casserole (from scratch)

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ULTIMATE BEAN GREEN CASSEROLE  Featured in magazines across the web and consistently rated THE best green bean casserole recipe EVER, this will convert even the most determined green bean haters!  Tender green beans, bacon, cheese, cream, mushrooms and more, this deluxe … Continue reading →

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BEST Slow Cooker Pot Roast

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Consistently rated THE best slow cooker pot roast recipe, we'll show you everything you need to create the most flavorful and mouthwateringly delicious pot roast EVER!  I can't think of anything better than coming home to the smell of a roast wafting through the house, … Continue reading →

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Eggnog Custard Sauce

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Luxuriously smooth, creamy, and irresistibly delicious, this Eggnog Custard recipe will become your go-to dessert sauce for the holidays! Custard is a popular dessert sauce throughout the UK in particular as well as in other parts of the world.  Most commonly it's vanilla … Continue reading →

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How to Smoke a Ham

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Learn How to Smoke a Ham.  Whether you're making a raw ham from scratch or simply want to infuse your store-bought ham with that delicious smoke flavor, this tutorial includes all the information you need along with step-by-step photos to create a masterpiece! Smoking a … Continue reading →

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Italian Wedding Soup

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Nutritious and delicious, simple and quick to make, you’ll understand why Italian Wedding Soup has been an Italian-American classic for so many generations! Served at every Italian-American wedding across the nation, Italian Wedding Soup is something no … Continue reading →

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Pot Roast Seasoning

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Savory, sweet, smoky and salty - these flavors describe this Pot Roast Seasoning dry rub that will make your next pot roast a total smash hit!  Use it also with chicken, pork, veggies or as an all-purpose seasoning! I avoid most store-bought sauce packets, dressings … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Eggnog Cake

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This Pumpkin Eggnog Cake is a guaranteed crowd pleaser!  The texture is fabulous and the flavor is exquisite!  It's delicious on it's own but coupled with the eggnog custard it's absolutely incredible and adds a touch of elegance! When I developed this Pumpkin Eggnog … Continue reading →

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Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

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Celebrate the holidays with this Creamy Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream recipe!  Luxuriously rich and flavorful, this will have you coming back for seconds...or thirds! Pumpkin Ice Cream Recipe Ice cream has always been a personal weakness.  And then I married a man with the … Continue reading →

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