Ingredients 2 lb carrots, peeled and sliced (or baby carrots) ½ cup honey ¼ cup brown sugar ¼ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces ½ cup water or apple juice ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp black pepper ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional) 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thicker glaze) Instructions Add […]
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Old-School Pecan Dandy Do’s
Ingredients 2 cups granulated sugar ½ cup evaporated milk ¼ cup light corn syrup ¼ cup unsalted butter Pinch of salt 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 cups chopped pecans Instructions Line a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment. Set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Cook […]
Triple Chocolate Cake with Hot Fudge Sauce
Ingredients Chocolate Cake 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking powder 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot coffee or hot water Chocolate Frosting 1 cup unsalted butter, softened 3½ cups […]
Luxurious Black Velvet Cake
Ingredients Black Velvet Cake 2½ cups all-purpose flour 1 cup black cocoa powder (for deep color & flavor) 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp salt 2 eggs, room temperature 1½ cups buttermilk ¾ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp white vinegar 1 cup hot coffee […]
cheeseburgers!
cheeseburgers! Ingredients 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for juiciness) Salt & black pepper 4 burger buns 4 slices cheese (American, cheddar, or Swiss) Butter or oil for pan/grill Optional Toppings Lettuce • tomato • onion • pickles • bacon • ketchup • mustard • mayo Instructions Form the Patties Divide beef into 4 loose balls […]
Salmon Croquettes
Salmon Croquettes (Old-Fashioned and Crispy) Ingredients (serves 4): For the croquettes: 2 cups of cooked, flaked salmon (canned salmon works well – make sure you drain it and remove the bones) 1 large egg ½ cup of finely chopped onion ¼ cup of green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional) ½ cup […]
Chocolate Raspberry Truffle Cake
Ingredients Chocolate Cake 1¾ cups all-purpose flour ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 cups sugar 1½ tsp baking powder 1½ tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 2 eggs 1 cup buttermilk ½ cup vegetable oil 2 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup hot coffee or hot water Raspberry Filling 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries ⅓ […]
Skillet Country Potatoes
Skillet Country Potatoes These hearty, homey potatoes are the perfect addition to a breakfast plate, with crispy edges, soft centres and a blend of seasonings that evoke the slow pace of a Southern morning. Simple, warm and full of old-fashioned flavour, they bring back memories of Grandma’s kitchen and cast-iron skillets sizzling at sunrise. One […]
Tender Braised Beef Steaks With Onion Gravy
Tender braised beef steaks with onion gravy Slow-cooked juicy beef steaks in a rich onion gravy. Comfort food made simple! Ingredients: • 2 beef steaks (e.g. chuck or sirloin) • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 large onions, sliced • 2 cloves of garlic, minced • 1 cup of beef broth • 1 tsp salt […]
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy For this classic Southern breakfast, you will need all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, butter or shortening, milk, breakfast sausage, and optional black pepper and herbs for extra flavor. Fluffy homemade biscuits paired with creamy, savory sausage gravy make for a hearty, comforting start to the day. To prepare, start by making […]