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Five Bean Bake

five bean bake

Rule #58: It ain’t a BBQ without beans, y’all.  I genuinely cannot remember an outdoor, summer BBQ where beans weren’t on the menu. I feel like it’s almost a sin down here in the south to have an event where … Read More

Chicken Pot Pie

Chicken Pot Pie

Rule #351: Comfort Food makes everything better. Chicken Pot Pie has to be the ultimate stick-to-your ribs, warm-your-heart-up, nobody-makes-it-like-mama dish. Everyone can tell you a story about their favorite Chicken Pot Pie (or where to find the best one). Every … Read More

Red Beans + Rice & A Little Food for the Soul

Red Beans and Rice

Red Beans + Rice & A Little Food for the Soul I have a confession: I’m pretty sure I’m deep-down a Louisiana native. Not sure how it happened, but I’m pretty sure I was transported or kidnapped or something. Maybe … Read More

Mashed Potatoes

mashed potatoes

Allllllllrighty then. It’s that time of year again, folks. Time for roasts, stews, and my personal favorite, MASHED POTATOES. To make the BEST, and I mean the FREAKING BEST mashed taters of your life, you’ve gotta have this recipe. The … Read More