Taylor’s great grandmother, Elizabeth Hancock James could flat cook. She was a little girl in upstate South Carolina when her mother passed away. Raised thereafter by the family cook, Mama J’s collard greens were the best I have ever eaten. Salty country ham and sweet potlikker …
Breakfast
Open Faced Breakfast Sandwich with Cheddar Hot Sausage Gravy
An Open Faced Breakfast Sandwich with Cheddar Hot Sausage Gravy is a meal designed for any occasion where you are looking for a satisfying meal that will leave you full until dinner. My favorite time to eat one is when adult beverages are involved. Planning on a long day of …
All-Purpose Pan Rolls
When looking for a lifetime baked good partner, it is easy to overlook the humble yeast roll. Face it, they are not exactly the pin up dolls of the food blog world. Forget embellishing them with ganache, salted caramel or edible glitter. Pan rolls are not food porn. All-Purpose …
Blackberry Blueberry Muffins with Blood Orange Icing
Happy Valentine’s Day! Earlier in the week, Sally shared with you a recipe that is great for a Valentine who prefers the savory to the sweet. Today, we have a recipe that will appeal to any taste buds. Why not extend your Valentine’s Day into the weekend? These Blackberry …
Bacon Bourbon Polenta Hearts
Valentine’s Day is only a few days away. Have you decided what to do for your Valentine? My valentine is a big fan of chocolate, especially when peanut butter is involved, so I know exactly what to do. In this sugar filled holiday, what do you do if your valentine lacks a sweet …
Breakfast Cookies
I always admire those who are first at a tailgate. These early risers are there long before kickoff to set up the tent, get the smoker or grill fired up, and be the first to welcome everyone in for game day! If you are an early riser or have one in your tailgating group, send …
Blueberry Raspberry Muffins
Do you have a berry lover in your family or at your tailgate? You know, those guests who happen to always pick all the blueberries and raspberries out of the fruit salad or always have raspberry waffles and blueberry pancakes. These Blueberry Raspberry Muffins are made for them! …
Bacon and Cheese Bread Pudding
You may remember the Bacon, Bourbon, and Doughnut Bread Pudding from a few months ago. Bread puddings don’t always have to be sweet. Had a rough Saturday night and need something for your hangover cure? Or are you looking for a great Saturday morning meal to share with your …
Pecan Apricot Bourbon Cakes
Remember the Apricot Bourbon from a few weeks ago? By now your bourbon and apricots have had plenty of time to infuse together. You are left with two products: a bourbon that has a pleasant, sweet and subtle taste of apricots and dried apricots that are filled with bourbon. Don’t …
Cranberry Orange Cornbread
Cornbread comes in two different forms. Savory or sweet. This cornbread has a slightly sweeter flavor that complements the tart flavor of fresh cranberries. The yellow cornbread and vibrant red cranberries create a dish that is just as beautiful as it is …








