Hi Reader, Soup season is here, and I'm all about it. There are so many different kinds to make, but cream-based soups are my favorite. I've been working on this broccoli cheddar soup for a while now. It does take a little prep work because I cut onion, celery, and carrot along with the broccoli to really build up the flavor. Cream of Broccoli Soup Recipe Those aromatics make such a difference. After the vegetables soften, I add flour to thicken everything up, then stir in broth and cream to...
3 days ago • 1 min read
I've been getting my holiday drink recipes ready, and this year I'm keeping it simple with four favorites that cover all the bases, from big family gatherings to quiet nights in. Here's what I'm making: For the Crowd: Jamaican Sorrel Drink This was a must for my family every Christmas Holiday. I've recorded a short video of me making it, just to show how easy it is. Think of it like an iced tea, but made with hibiscus petals, whole spices, and ginger. You can find dried sorrel leaves at...
17 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I love grits. It's not something I really grew up eating, but I fell in love with them when I moved to North Carolina. Especially grits with some kind of breakfast meat. Usually bacon for me, but I wanted to make something special for holiday mornings. Something you can prep for a crowd without spending all morning in the kitchen. Grits Casserole Recipe This casserole checks all the boxes: ✅ Made with creamy grits, breakfast sausage, and cheddar cheese ✅ Feeds a crowd (perfect for...
21 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Chocolate is probably my favorite dessert out there. So when I realized I could have it for breakfast in the form of gravy, I knew I'd found something special. This breakfast-style gravy is nothing new, but once I learned about it, I had to add it to my recipe repeaters. My daughter raved about how much she loved it, and honestly, I get it, this gravy is rich, chocolatey, and perfect when served over warm biscuits. Get this Chocolate Gravy Recipe What to serve it with: Homemade Air...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I pick up a chuck roast from Costco pretty regularly, and this slow cooker pot roast has become one of my favorite ways to use it. You do a little work in the morning, then the slow cooker does everything else while you go about your day. The meat comes out so tender it practically falls apart, and those carrots and potatoes soak up all that rich, savory flavor. Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe Now, let me tell you about the gravy because this completely changed things for me. I've...
26 days ago • 1 min read
I love baking around the holidays, and these are my go-to cakes whenever I'm making something special for friends and family. Honestly, once people try these, they start specifically requesting them every year. Caribbean Rum Cake Soaked in rum syrup and moist, the famous Tortuga rum cake inspires this. It's pretty easy to put together and always a crowd-pleaser. Get this Recipe Black Cake Takes a bit more effort than the rum cake, but it's so worth it. A Caribbean staple, this cake gets...
28 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, So I had some bananas that were past their prime sitting on my counter, and you know what that means: time to make banana bread. This banana bread is so good, I call it the best banana bread recipe in the world. This is my go-to recipe because it's ridiculously easy and comes together so fast. The whole thing takes maybe 10 minutes to throw together, then it's just waiting for your kitchen to smell amazing while it bakes. And if you're not a bread person, I've got a couple of other...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I know weeknights can be tough when you're trying to figure out dinner. Last Monday, I was staring into the fridge with zero ideas. I grabbed some pork chops and had them on the table pretty quickly. Get this Recipe These pork chops are perfectly seasoned and come out juicy every time. Just a hot skillet and some simple ingredients you probably already have. For sides, I threw together: 🍚 Yellow rice with green peas mixed in. 🍚 A can of low-sodium black beans seasoned with green...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, I don't use my slow cooker for everything, but when I want to cook something for hours, it's the appliance that I reach for. Big pieces of meat are perfect for it. Just season it, set it, and come back later to something amazing. This pork carnitas recipe is a great example of why I love it. Get this Recipe A few things I do that make this recipe work so well: I skip the searing step completely. I don't think the pork needs it before slow cooking. I mix lime juice with orange juice...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read