Crispy fried pickles with just a hint of spice are the perfect game day snack! Serve them with remoulade, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce. Fall is upon us and that means just one thing around here... football! While tailgating may not be an option (damn you, covid!) … [Read more...]
Pickled Okra Recipe: Spicy & Quick
Using the refrigerator method makes this pickled okra recipe quick and easy. The amount of heat can be dialed up or down according to your preference. The refrigerator method of pickling Are you familiar with it? I have never gotten into the whole waterbath method of … [Read more...]
Southern Appetizer Board
A Southern appetizer board is the single easiest thing you can throw together for a party- They're beautiful, they have something for everyone, and leave you free to mingle! There's something so satisfying about putting together an appetizer board. You can have practically … [Read more...]
Goat Cheese Appetizers with Roasted Tomatoes
These goat cheese appetizers will become a favorite recipe for a great many reasons. They're easy to make yet impressive, universally liked, vegetarian friendly and beautiful. Puff pastry is the base You've got to love puff pastry. It's a staple that many home cooks … [Read more...]
Garlic & Herb Marinated Mozzarella Pearls
Mozzarella pearls found in the cheese section of your market are marinated in a simple herb oil recipe and can then be enjoyed in a variety of ways. The Herbs for the Mozzarella Pearls When first making these marinated mozzarella pearls I had lots of fresh herbs … [Read more...]
Collard Greens – Traditional and Creative Recipes
Collard Greens have been a staple in southern kitchens for many years, but are now being enjoyed all over the world. Here you will find the traditional methods and recipes, as well as inventive ways to cook and enjoy this old favorite. Like many Southerners I grew up with … [Read more...]
Baked Brie Cheese with Sundried Tomatoes and Pesto
Baked brie cheese is topped with pesto, sundried tomatoes and pine nuts for a delicious twist on this traditional cheesy, gooey appetizer. Everyone loves baked brie cheese, and this recipe gives it a deliciously different twist from the usual sweet fruity ones. Don't get us wrong … [Read more...]
Greek Shrimp Crostini
These Greek Shrimp Crostini make a delicious and beautiful appetizer with a lemony feta cheese spread, roasted red peppers, juicy shrimp and fresh mint. I swear there is just nothing better than the flavors of Mediterranean food. Lemon, garlic, olives, feta cheese... You could … [Read more...]
Muffaletta Salad: Low-Carb Appetizers
Muffaletta salad is a low-carb and keto-friendly appetizer that can be served in shot glasses for an elegant appetizer for a Mardi Gras party or any other gathering! When Mom and I visited New Orleans last fall, we got to tour around our beloved Big Easy and explore the … [Read more...]
Flatbread Appetizers with Pistachios and Burrata
These Flatbread Appetizers have a blend of flavors that is unique and delicious. Quick and easy to put together, you'll pull it out of the oven in minutes, cut into appetizer-sized pieces, and have everyone asking for more. Flatbread appetizers start out with Naan bread with … [Read more...]
Peach-Glazed Grilled Chicken Wings
These smoky, sticky grilled chicken wings have a little kick to go along with the taste of sweet Southern peaches. Let them sit in the sauce for a few hours to soak up those delicious flavors before you throw them on the grill. Summer is here! Well, technically it's … [Read more...]
Spicy and Smoky Pimento Cheese
Homemade pimento cheese with a smoky twist and a spicy kick is perfect for snacks and sandwiches on its own. Use it in any recipe that calls for pimento cheese as an ingredient, and take your dish up a notch or two. Homemade pimento cheese was a staple in our house when I … [Read more...]
Garlic Herb Deviled Eggs
Nothing disappears off a holiday table faster than deviled eggs. These garlic herb deviled eggs have a fresh twist that separates them from the ones Mama used to make. When I think of deviled eggs, I always think of Easter. As I write this, Easter is just around the corner, but … [Read more...]
Fiery Cajun Shrimp
The original Fiery Cajun Shrimp recipe gets an update, but it's still a tasty and beloved recipe. Fiery Cajun Shrimp has been a favorite of our family since the early 1990's when I cut the recipe out of a Southern Living magazine. No, it was not created by a celebrity chef … [Read more...]
Cajun Crab Dip
This delicious hot Cajun crab dip is an update on a family favorite made in a cast iron skillet with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, juicy lump crab meat, and a Cajun kick. This hot Cajun crab dip is a twist on a very simple classic family recipe. The classic had cream … [Read more...]
Jambalaya Dip
This hearty, cheesy jambalaya dip is made in a cast iron skillet and has andouille sausage, shrimp, and all your favorite flavors from that classic Cajun dish. Though our family is from South Georgia and North Florida, we love all types of Southern food. Cajun and Creole … [Read more...]
Spicy Chorizo Cheese Bite Sausage Balls
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sargento®. All opinions are 100% mine. This Mexican version of classic sausage balls combines chorizo and Sargento Cheese to make an appetizer or brunch dish with a kick that is sure to impress. Spicy … [Read more...]
Make Ahead Recipes for Holiday Meals
Assembled here in one place is a collection of make ahead recipes for your holiday meals. You want to spend those special times with your loved ones, not locked away in the kitchen, and we're here to help you do just that. Make ahead recipes are absolute favorites around here. … [Read more...]
Cajun Garlic Beer-Boiled Peanuts
Cajun boiled peanuts are a Southern snack that was just made for watching football games. Our version has loads of garlic, and is boiled in your favorite beer overnight in the slow cooker. Beer-boiled peanuts? You read that right. Fall might mean pumpkin spice where you're from … [Read more...]
20 Southern Appetizers
Check out our collection of 20 Southern appetizers from our favorite bloggers and you'll find the perfect recipe to make for your next gathering! Appetizers are my favorite part of a meal- dips and spreads, small plates, finger foods... In my opinion, they are the best to … [Read more...]
Blackeyed Pea Hummus
Blackeyed Pea Hummus gives a fun, southern twist to this versatile dish. Blackeyed Pea Hummus is super simple to put together and makes a tasty and hearty addition to your appetizer spread. Leave a few of the peas whole to sprinkle on top and your hummus becomes a conversation … [Read more...]
