These carnitas are fall apart tender and cook in the slow cooker. The garnishments are all your choice. My crew likes fresh jalapenos, sour cream, onions, cilantro, salsa and limes. One thing that is a must when I serve carnitas is fresh lime wedges. There is something about the fatty pork with the acidic lime that makes …
A great one dish breakfast, perfect for the holidays or just a regular morning. It has even made it to the dinner table several times. This dish is a great way to use leftovers. I always have eggs on hand, so when the pantry is empty I can always find something in the freezer or …
There is so much comfort and love from a red sauce that has simmered all day. I love the thick, rich darkness of this sauce combined with the tender pork and vegetables. The hardest part of this recipe was deciding what to name it. Is it a ragu? Probably not, because of the amount of tomatoes …
This is my healthy twist on nachos. I am trying to incorporate healthier meals and more vegetables into my life. I have replaced the ground beef with ground turkey, miniature peppers for chips and added some black beans. Yes, it still has wonderful, gooey, sharp cheddar cheese and I may or may not add some sour …
All the things I have learned about turkey over the years is on this page. I think it is important to note, I did not grow up in a “turkey” family. We had turkey at least one time a year, but no more than two times a year. Lessons learned: Lesson #1: Big turkeys are …
In the south, we wait patiently for tomato season. It is always the high point of summer and usually begins in July. I grow tomatoes because as a southern woman, it is my duty. As Ouiser Boudreaux eloquently put it in Steel Magnolias, “I am an old southern woman, I am suppose to wear funny clothes, …
This is one of my simplest recipes and perfect for a dinner party. It is quick, simple and everyone is always impressed. And I have been known to serve it right on the sheet pan. Don’t get overwhelmed by the size of the salmon. Fish is easy. There is only one rule with salmon- do not …
This fork tender pork roast is a staple at our house and comes with a wonderful bonus- leftovers. One thing to note, this isn’t a pretty pork loin roast you can plate in neat slices. This roast falls completely apart when you try to lift it out of the pan- hence the photo! Don’t be scared …
My husband, Jay, has never met a chip and dip he didn’t love. I like to throw this together during football season. It is easy to make and keep in the fridge for friends and family that sometimes congregate during the weekend. Many recipes for cowyboy caviar call for avocados and cilantro, but here is …
I love to have friends over and one thing I have learned is not to make dinner too complicated. People like good, simple things- and not everything has to be homemade. Ribeye steaks are one of my go to for summer dinner parties. My husband, Jay, grills the steaks, I make the salad and dessert …
