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Southern Fried Cabbage

Savour the delightful medley of crispy bacon, aromatic onions, fresh cabbage, and a hint of spices in this classic Southern Fried Cabbage recipe. A comfort dish that promises rich flavors in every bite! Whenever I think of family gatherings down South, a vivid memory of Grandma’s kitchen comes to mind. The windows would fog up, […]

Baked Spaghetti & Meatballs

Savor the richness of homemade meatballs, perfectly cooked spaghetti, and melt-in-your-mouth cheeses, all harmonized in a San Marzano marinara sauce. This Baked Spaghetti & Meatballs recipe promises an ooey-gooey delight in every bite! Ah, Baked Spaghetti & Meatballs – the dish that brings back so many fond memories! When I was a kid, every Sunday, […]

Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Loaf

Indulge in a moist Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Loaf made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon, and succulent blueberries. Perfectly paired with your favourite brew! Once upon a summer, on a spontaneous road trip, I stumbled upon a charming old-fashioned café nestled amidst blueberry orchards. Their special? A Lemon Blueberry Loaf. It was love at first […]

Tres Leches Cake

Dive into the creamy delight of Tres Leches Cake! Made from light sponge cake, soaked in a tri-blend of milks and crowned with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Pure indulgence in every bite! Oh, Tres Leches! This cake brings back memories of sunny afternoons in my grandmother’s kitchen. As a kid, I’d always […]

Long John Silver’s Fish or Chicken

Dive into a sumptuous battered cod filet, replicating the iconic taste of Long John Silver’s. Crafted with simple ingredients like flour, cornstarch, and a blend of savory seasonings, it’s the golden fried delight you’ve been fishing (or clucking!) for. Ahoy, fellow food adventurers! When I was a wee lass, every family road trip had one […]

Italian Cream Cake

Italian Cream Cake

Moist Italian Cream Cake with toasted coconut, pecans, and ultra-silky cream cheese frosting. Step-by-step, pro tips, gluten-free + sheet cake options. Let’s talk about Italian Cream Cake—the Southern showstopper with layers of moist, tender vanilla-buttermilk cake studded with coconut and pecans, all wrapped in lush cream cheese frosting. It’s a classic celebration cake (wedding-worthy, birthday-ready, […]

Pecan Upside Down Bundt Cake

Dive into a luscious bundt cake featuring a crunchy pecan topping with brown sugar and corn syrup, complemented by a moist vanilla cake base. Just a bite will send your taste buds into a delightful frenzy! Alright, my lovely readers, let me take you down memory lane! When I was a wee little one, my […]

Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake

Indulge in a tropical escape with our Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake. Main players? Crushed pineapple, caramel pecan coconut icing, and a sprinkle of American pride! Ah, my Pineapple Coconut God Bless America Cake! Every bite is a trip down memory lane. It started years ago during a 4th of July backyard BBQ at […]

Pineapple Pistachio Cake

Dive into a tropical delight with our Pineapple Pistachio Cake, combining the zesty flavors of yellow cake mix, instant pistachio pudding, and crushed pineapple. Ah, the Pineapple Pistachio Cake. This recipe transports me back to my teenage years when summers were all about pool parties and surprise potlucks. My dear Aunt Clara, a woman with […]

SCOTCHEROOS

Scotcheroos

Chewy, no-bake Scotcheroos with soft centers and glossy chocolate–butterscotch topping. Tips for gluten-free, vegan, and no-corn-syrup versions. Meet your new crowd-pleaser: These classic Scotcheroos are the Midwest’s most-loved no-bake peanut butter cereal bars topped with a silky chocolate–butterscotch layer. Perfect for: bake sales, potlucks, tailgates, lunchbox treats, and “oh-no-I-forgot-dessert” moments. I’m sharing my best bakery-style […]