Traditional Deviled Eggs

Traditional Deviled Eggs are as old as the hills in the South.  The traditional ingredients are mashed egg yolks, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, salt, and pepper .  Garnishes are optional, but a sprinkle of paprika is a must. Deviled Eggs My deviled egg recipe is the perfect party appetizer. It is simple to make, easy to transport, and can be tailored for any occasion. My family is a huge fan of deviled eggs. They are present at all our family gatherings and holidays. So much so that we must make a double recipe to satisfy our sticky fingers grabbers before it's time to eat. Over time, the ingredients have expanded to include hot, spicy options and all kinds of fillers. It is easy to create your own variations. Our favorite is these traditional deviled eggs.   WHERE CAN I FIND THE RECIPE?  TAKE ME TO THE RECIPE FOR TRADITIONAL DEVILED EGGS Below, under the next heading, I give a list of preferred ingredients, tips, and cooking instructions for Traditional Deviled...

Hot Artichoke Dip

Hot Artichoke Dip is an easy hot appetizer with simple ingredients that is perfect for a party, family gathering, or tailgating.  It's a crowd-pleaser, for sure. THE BEST BAKED HOT ARTICHOKE DIP Indulge in our Hot Artichoke Dip, a mouthwatering dip that’s irresistibly rich and creamy. Loaded with fresh spinach and tender artichokes, it’s a dreamy delight that you won’t want to miss! It is easy to assemble, not to mention baked and served in the same dish.   I always request my daughter, Jennifer, to bring her Hot Artichoke D ip to our Super Bowl party.

Homemade Ranch Dressing {Originally started out in the South being called Buttermilk Dressing}

Homemade Ranch Dressing  takes on a whole new taste that cannot be matched with the store bought kind. 

Classic Lime Sweet Pickles

Classic Lime Sweet Pickles , cucumbers made into the most heavenly crisp, sweet, tangy pickle you will ever eat.  The hardest part about making these pickles is waiting for them to be ready to eat.   This summer, we had more cucumbers than we knew what to do with due to a little, or you might say a big mistake.

Cream Cheese Biscuits

Cream Cheese Biscuits, fluffy and tender biscuits Southerners love to make.  We love them with honey, syrup, jelly, and even a piece of country ham nestled in for a quick sandwich treat.  Only three ingredients, self-rising flour, butter, and the star of the recipe–– cream cheese! Who would have thought a cookbook solely about biscuits would grab such an interest in me.  Nathalie Depree's Southern Biscuits cookbook did just that.   You can find every biscuit imaginable, from the traditional ones all the way to the outlandish ones.  She goes into great detail on all the ins and outs of making the perfect biscuit.   I have always been a big fan of her in her television days on PBS in the '80s, not to mention all of her many cookbooks.  You could say she is my all time favorite Southern cook. 

Easy and Quick BBQ Beef Pizza {And Game Day Foods}

Here are some  Fun Super Bowl Game Day Foods  that might make it to our table this year! Super Bowl Sunday is a day of indulgence not only for football fans but also for foodie fans.  We like to keep our Super Bowl Party fun and easy with delicious appetizers and finger foods. 

Hidden Valley Ranch Sausage Stars

Hidden Valley Ranch Sausage Stars were the main attraction at our New Year's Eve Party.  Ranch Sausage Stars Ranch Sausage Stars are simple to make and sure to be a hit with a crowd. The best part is you can prepare the sausage filling a day in advance, fill the wonton wrappers, and bake just before serving. I have seen these in many magazines over the years and even cut out the recipe, but I never made them. Well, I found out just how amazingly quick and easy these are to make!  You can count on these to be on our table for our Super Bowl Party. To serve a few guests, you can make them in a regular size muffin pan, or to serve them as an appetizer like I did, you can make them in mini muffin pans.   They hold up well to take somewhere, as well as being easy to heat up just before you serve them.

New Years Eve Party Food Ideas

Here are a few of my favorite finger foods to enjoy at home or take to a party.   These recipes are simple and easy to prepare and not to mention easy clean up.  Stay safe and enjoy the your night.  Wishing all my friends a Happy and Prosperous New Year! Red Pepper Flake Seasoned Crackers Lite and Fresh Veggie Wraps Ham and Cheese Pinwheels South Of The Border Bites {Homemade Mini Kolaches} Texas Style Barbecue Hot Wings BBQ Ranch Stuffed Eggs Key Lime Magic Cookie Bars Tiger Butter Corey's Treats   Party Cheesecakes Classic Chocolate Peanut Clusters Peanut Butter Milk Chocolate Chip Cookies Pink Breeze Punch H a p p y N e w Y e a r E v e r y o n e !

Red Pepper Flake Seasoned Crackers {Jennifer's Recipe}

Red Pepper Flake Seasoned Crackers  are a sure way to  wow  your guest at any gathering.  I have been making these for years with oyster crackers, but in the last years, my daughter began to make them with saltine crackers, and her husband introduced the red pepper flakes. A perfect match to an already delicious cracker! When I take them somewhere, I have people so intrigued with these crackers.  They will take a bite and then ask, "how long do you bake them, and how much butter is in them?"  You almost want to keep them a secret....giggles.

BBQ Ranch Stuffed Eggs

BBQ Ranch Stuffed Eggs are a flavorful twist on classic deviled eggs, combining creamy egg yolks with mayonnaise, ranch dressing, and BBQ sauce. BBQ Ranch Deviled Eggs BBQ Ranch Deviled Eggs are a quick, inexpensive appetizer, and a great twist on an already family favorite. This recipe comes from Melissa d'Arabian, the winner of season 5 of "The Next Food Network Star". I immediately wanted to make these as soon as I saw her making them on her new show, Ten Dollar Dinners.   These BBQ Ranch Deviled Eggs are a favorite at our family gatherings and perfect for Game Day Eats.  They travel well and are delicious served cold or at room temperature.

Lite and Fresh Veggie Wraps

Delicious and loaded with vegetables, the  Lite and Fresh Veggie Wraps !   These are as good as they look bringing great ideas for a lite lunch or dinner. Shredded carrots, crunchy cucumbers, roasted red peppers, sundried tomatoes, bean sprouts, and the list goes on...with a creamy dressing.  Enjoy! WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE LITE AND FRESH VEGGIE WRAPS Mayonnaise (or yogurt) Cumin Garlic powder Salt Black pepper Fresh parsley Spring salad mix Shredded carrots Cucumbers Roasted red peppers Sundried tomatoes (from a jar with oil) Basil leaves Sliced provolone cheese Bean sprouts Floured tortillas, burrito size (or whole wheat, spinach, sun dried tomato) HOW TO MAKE LITE AND FRESH VEGGIE WRAPS In a small bowl mix together mayonnaise, cumin, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; set aside. In the center of the flour tortilla from the top to the bottom, (in the order given) place a small amount of the following items down the center: ...

Candied Jalapeno Mango Salsa

Our grill has been going non stop since the beginning of spring.  We have also been eating fresh vegetable and fruit that are so readily available at farmers markets and grocery stores this time of the year, like mangoes. 

14 Day Sun Pickles {Granny's Recipe}

14-Day Sun Pickles, homemade dill pickles tailored to suit your taste, just not the traditional canning method.  A simple pickling method that yields a fantastic, crunchy cucumber. Sun Pickles Sun Pickles are a family favorite and the easiest pickles to make.  With basic ingredients like cucumbers, water, vinegar, and salt, you have a delicious, irresistible, crunchy dill pickle. Summer has arrived in East Texas, and cucumbers are starting to grow in the gardens. One of my favorite summer traditions at my house growing up was making 14-Day Sun Pickles with my Mother. If she did not grow cucumbers, she would buy some from nearby farmers. These pickles are incredibly easy to make and incredibly delicious. They have a distinct taste, and if you're not careful, they can even be addictive. With temperatures reaching 100 degrees here in East Texas, it's the perfect time to make some.  One of the neat things about this recipe is that you can make one jar or 12 jars at a...

Tortilla Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Tortillia Ham and Cheese Pinwheels , a flavorful appetizer easy to prepare.  These are better made the day before, refrigerated and served the next day. When I saw these Tortilla Ham and Cheese Pinwheels over at Mommy's Kitchen, I knew that these would be on the menu for our Super Bowl Party. They are the most versatile appetizers you can make.

Frijole Bites aka {Homemade Mini Kolaches}

South of the Border Bites , a pastry that holds a spoonful of shredded cheese, pinto beans, and diced jalapenos.  Wrap up the mixture in a ball and lay upside down in a dish.  Brush with butter and bake.  Perfect bitesize bite!   The recipe for these South of the Border Bites aka "Kolaches" came about when I only used half of the dough from my Heavenly Cinnamon Rolls that I made on Saturday.

Delish! Texas Style BBQ Hot Wings

Texas-Style BBQ Hot Wings are crispy, tender, spicy-hot, sticky-sweet, and smothered in Baby Ray's BBQ Sauce.  Delish! Baked BBQ Chicken Hot Wings Baked BBQ Chicken Hot Wings are the ultimate recipe for any game day, graduation party, or just a celebratory party for a family member.  They are guaranteed to steal the show. I prefer baking my chicken wings in the oven until golden brown and crispy rather than frying them. Especially while the Super Bowl Game is on, so I am free to get the rest of the appetizers ready. After they have baked, I toss them with a mixture of hot sauce and barbecue sauce. Not only do they call for a few ingredients, but they are also fast and easy to make. They are the perfect bite. In the beginning, you taste the tangy, sweet, and end up with that wonderful, hot, spicy flavor in the back of your mouth. The next time you are making some hot wings, think about making Texas Style BBQ Hot Wings, you will not be disappointed! WHERE...