Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts & Healthy Cooking Tips

Sausage and Egg Grits

I always mix my sausage, grits and eggs together so I thought it would be great to make a casserole that did the same. It’s loaded...

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Mini Chicken Empanadas

Refrigerated pie crust makes quick work of assembling these bite-sized appetizers loaded with chicken and cheese. I've made them several...

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Fresh Green Bean Salad

I had a green bean salad at a local deli and enjoyed it so much, I tried to re-create it at home. The result was yummy! It lasts for...

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Slow-Cooked Beef Tips

These slow cooked beef tips remind me of a childhood favorite. I cook them with mushrooms and serve over brown rice, noodles or mashed...

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Smashed Olives

My best friend and I came up with this recipe to bring back the wonderful tastes of Spain with us. When you are finished with the...

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Roast Beef Aioli Bundles

Don't let these dainty bundles fool you. They're so perfectly balanced, everyone will gobble them up!

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White Chocolate Cookies

Fixing desserts is my favorite kind of cooking. I usually make these cookies for Christmas—their pale-white adds a special touch...

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Emerald Isle Pea Soup with Tarragon Cream

This elegant and easy soup evokes memories of our honeymoon in Ireland and has become a true family favorite. The tarragon spice makes...

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Better Than Fried Shrimp

Here’s a fabulous alternative to deep-fried shrimp. Coating the shrimp with panko breadcrumbs, spraying with cooking spray and then...

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Frozen Cherry Salad

Pretty slices of this refreshing salad are dotted with colorful cherries for a festive look. The flavor is pleasant and not overly...

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Slow-Cooker Chicken Bog

Chicken bog is a South Carolina tradition with lots of variations (think herbs, spices and fresh veggies), but the standard ingredients...

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Cheesy Chicken ‘n’ Shells

When our friend served us this entree, I asked her for the recipe right away. It was so good, I thought I would share it with others....

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