Jalapeno cheese grits are sooooo delicious. I think they go perfect with poached eggs and sausage, but it also goes well with dinner entrees, such as beef. You whole family will love it! My sweetie had this for the first time and said he died and went to heaven 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 1 [...]

Cole slaw is so delicious, almost everyone loves it! This is a perfect side dish for pulled pork, ribs, or sloppy joes! 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup sour cream 1/2 small onion, grated 3 tablespoon sugar 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon celery seed 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1/2 [...]

Creamed spinach is so delicious, and the bacon makes it even better! Perfect to accompany herbed beef tenderloin, or grilled steaks! 1 pound fresh spinach, about 2 large bunches 3 to 4 strips of bacon, uncooked, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped A pinch of nutmeg Salt and pepper [...]

This baked bean recipe came from the south and has been in her family for many years. I was never a bean lover, but this bean recipe is absolutely delish! The slow cooking makes the flavors really come together and it comes out so tasty! 1 pound dry navy or soldier beans 1/4 cup molasses 1/4 cup [...]

This is the best grilled corn I’ve ever tasted. I discovered it at “Cafe Habana” in New York City. Sweet ears of yellow corn are grilled, covered with creamy Cotija cheese and sprinkled liberally with a chili spice mixture. 4 ears of sweet yellow corn 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup grated [...]

Coconut rice makes a terrific accompaniment to many seafood dishes and curries. This coconut rice recipe is sweet and delicious and the toasted coconut adds a great flavor.  2 cups white rice 2 cups  (1 can) good-quality coconut milk 1 1/2 cups water  3/4 cups dry shredded unsweetened coconut (baking type) 1 Tsp. salt 1/4 cups sugar 1-2 Tbsp. [...]

These poached pears are sweet and delicious. They are a great side dish with herbed pork, or can be served as a dessert with ice cream. 4 bosc pears, peeled, stem still attached, 1/4-inch of bottom sliced off so pears can easily sit upright 1 cup dry Marsala wine 1 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice 1/3 cup [...]

This recipe is a low-carb, healthy alternative to mashed potatoes. The consistency is so creamy and delicious, you won’t believe it’s cauliflour. The flavors are cheesy and delicious! 1 medium head cauliflower 4 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1/3  cup  sour cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 [...]

The trick to perfect guacamole is using good, ripe avocados. Check for ripeness by gently pressing the outside of the avocado. If there is no give, the avocado is not ripe yet and will not taste good. If there is a little give, the avocado is ripe. If there is a lot of give, the [...]

This is a classic twice-baked potato mashed with bacon, green onions, and grated cheddar cheese. The stuffing is creamy and tasty! This recipe will beat a plain baked potato any day of the week! 4 large potatoes Olive oil 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup whole milk 2 Tbsp butter, softened 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 3-4 [...]