Ingredients: 3 cups water 3 cups milk 1 + 1½ teaspoons salt ½ teaspoon pepper 4 tablespoons butter, divided ¾ cup stone-ground grits 6 ounces cheddar cheese, grated 3 pounds shrimp (head-on) 1 tablespoon paprika ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup finely chopped andouille or smoked sausage 1 cup finely chopped … Read more
Omg, these are awesome. I have to head to the store because my kids are already asking again for some. 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 … Read more
My husband grew up eating stuffed cabbage and I have always wanted to make this for him. He LOVED this recipe. It is easy to make and is delicious. Ingredients : 2 heads of cabbage 2 lbs ground beef (or veal/beef/pork mix) 3 cups cooked rice 1 egg 1 tsp garlic 1 tbsp parsley … Read more
“FRIED CATFISH IS A SOUTHERN TRADITION, ALONG WITH BUTTERMILK HUSH PUPPIES AND BUTTERMILK COLESLAW. TRY THESE TRADITIONAL FOODS TOGETHER.” Ingredients 2 lbs fresh catfish filets 1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal 1 tsp all-purpose flour 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp Accent 2 tsp Creole seasoning or seasoned salt 1/2 tsp lemon … Read more
Southern 4‑Ingredient Cucumber Sandwiches A refreshing, no‑cook classic – crisp cucumber, creamy spread, and soft bread. Ingredients 8 slices soft white bread (Pullman or similar) 1 English or Persian cucumber (thin‑skinned) 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened Salt and black pepper, to taste Instructions 1. Prepare the Cucumbers Slice cucumber into very thin rounds (1/8‑inch or thinner). Lay … Read more
This no-fuss appetizer never goes out of style. Crisp, cool celery stalks are filled with a creamy, tangy, slightly nutty cheese spread. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a nostalgic snack. Prep time: 15 minutes Chill time: 30 minutes Total time: 45 minutes Servings: 6–8 as an appetizer Ingredients For the celery: 1 whole bunch celery, fresh and … Read more
Why Does My Deli Ham Have a Rainbow Shine? (And Is It Safe to Eat?) You pull a slice of deli ham from the fridge and notice a rainbow-like, iridescent sheen on the surface. It looks strange – almost metallic. Is the ham spoiled? Should you throw it away? The short answer: In most … Read more
Pancakes may look simple, but achieving the perfect one is all about timing. Just a few seconds too early or too late can completely change the texture, color, and taste. And as you can see from these nine levels, every stage tells a different story. Starting with pancake number 1, it’s clearly undercooked—pale, soft, and … Read more
Burgers are one of the most customizable foods in the world. From classic combinations to wild creations, there’s almost no limit to what people are willing to put between two buns. But that raises a surprisingly controversial question: what actually belongs on a burger… and what doesn’t? Looking at these options—bacon, cheese, egg, ketchup, mustard, … Read more
Have you ever wondered if you’re actually a picky eater… or just someone with “preferences”? This simple but eye-opening test is designed to reveal the truth—and the results might surprise you. The rules are easy: give yourself 1 point for every food you would NOT eat. Sounds simple, right? But once you start going through … Read more
