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Tag: Taste of Southern

Key Lime Pie

Key Lime Pie

| March 17, 2014 | 11 Comments

Follow our easy, step-by-step, photo illustrated recipe to make this delicious Key Lime Pie dessert. We’ll make the Graham Cracker crust, then squeeze some limes to make the filling. An egg meringue topping finishes it off, but you could leave it plain, or maybe add some whipped cream, the choice is yours. Either way, you’re […]

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How To Render Leaf Lard

How To Render Leaf Lard

| March 10, 2014 | 18 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions and learn How To Render Leaf Lard.  Making your own lard at home, is much easier than you might imagine, and we’ll show you just how to do it. Leaf Lard is considered to be the finest lard for baking, especially when making pie crusts from scratch.  It just takes […]

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Country Ham and Red Eye Gravy

Country Ham and Red Eye Gravy

| March 3, 2014 | 19 Comments

Follow our step-by-step, photo illustrated recipe to make this traditional Southern favorite of Country Ham and Red Eye Gravy.  The gravy may be somewhat of an acquired taste, but it’s too easy to make to not give it a try.  We’ll fry up the Country Ham, make the gravy and show you how to take […]

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Cornbread and Eggs

Cornbread and Eggs

| February 24, 2014 | 37 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions for making not only some great cornbread, but a delicious new treat for breakfast.  This old mountain recipe combines leftover cornbread with scrambled eggs, all cooked together, and brings a whole new experience to the breakfast table.  First, we’ll make the cornbread, then we’ll show you how to mix it […]

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Turnip Greens with Diced Turnips Recipe

Turnip Greens with Diced Turnips Recipe

| February 17, 2014 | 12 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions to make our special Turnip Greens with Diced Turnips Recipe.  Fresh turnip greens and turnips are a cold weather delight.  We’ll visit our North Carolina State Farmer’s Market to pick up some fresh greens, then cook them up with some pork seasoning for a hearty dish that goes great as […]

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Brunswick Stew

Brunswick Stew

| February 10, 2014 | 100 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions to make our delicious, and hearty, Brunswick Stew. We’re combining Chicken, Pork BBQ, and some of our favorite vegetables, to make this stew from scratch.  Brunswick Stew is a traditional side dish served in barbecue restaurants throughout the South, but it’s great as a main course of its very own. […]

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Valentines Day Giveaway – Winner Announced

Valentines Day Giveaway – Winner Announced

| February 3, 2014 | 111 Comments

WINNER ANNOUNCED:  Just in time for Valentines Day, we’re giving away this Chocolate Nut Carousel to one of our lucky readers.  Direct from Southern Supreme in North Carolina, you’ll enjoy the BEST Chocolate Covered Peanuts, Cashews and Pecans to have crossed your lips in a long, long time.  It’s easy to join in, just answer […]

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Southern Fried Chicken

Southern Fried Chicken

| January 27, 2014 | 36 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions for making our Southern Fried Chicken in a cast iron skillet, just like mama used to do it.  I’ll even share our families secret recipe of “herbs and spices,” so you can make this delicious old southern classic at home for you and your family to enjoy. Printable recipe included. […]

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Dimples BBQ Chicken Wings

Dimples BBQ Chicken Wings

| January 20, 2014 | 52 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions to make these oven baked, crispy, barbecue chicken wings. We’re featuring Dimples BBQ Sauce, a North Carolina favorite out of Raleigh, North Carolina.  It’s the perfect appetizer for family time around the TV on game day. Don’t forget to bring the napkins, you’re going to need them.  Printable recipe included. […]

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Cabbage Casserole

Cabbage Casserole

| January 13, 2014 | 6 Comments

Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions for making this delicious Cabbage Casserole dish. We’re taking cooked cabbage up a couple of levels, adding some cheddar cheese, and making a dish even those family members that don’t like cabbage will find themselves asking for seconds. I’ve never been a fan of cooked cabbage myself, and it even […]

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