It’s a Meatless Monday and Deep South Staple Mash-Up! I grew up eating Country Fried Steak…I love it and crave it from time to time. It’s one of my favorite things to get at Cracker Barrel. But, in an effort to be healthier, I don’t eat it too often. But switching out the steak with …
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BLUE CHEESE BISCUITS
Let’s talk biscuits, yall. I am a southern girl, so you know I love some biscuits. There are so many amazing ways to make them. Angel biscuits, buttermilk biscuits, sweet biscuits, sweet potato biscuits, grands….that is what I grew up eating. My mom was not a biscuit maker, so I learned later in life how …
Spicy Coca-Cola Nuts
There is not much more Southern than Peanuts and Coke. Did anyone do this or saw their grandparents drop peanuts into their glass bottle of coke?? Today I am sharing a recipe that is reminiscent of this true southern concept. We have a holiday weekend coming up next week. If you signed up to bring …
DONUTS ARE MY LOVE LANGUAGE: PARTY EDITION, PART 2
Welcome Back to Part 2 of Eden’s Donut Themed Birthday Party! Now. Let’s talk food. I mean, we all know this is THE MOST important part of any party, right?? Maybe it’s my southern upbringing or my Enneagram twoness, but I always want people to leave my house well fed and happy! I had 2 …
SHRIMP BEIGNETS
Last week, I posted the sweet Classic Beignet, but today I have a totally different kind of beignet. A savory beignet, filled with fresh shrimp is another way to enjoy this New Orleans Classic. Some people may call this a fritter, but either way, it is delicious and flavorful and super easy to make. Tomorrow …
CLASSIC BEIGNETS
Here is something that is a MUST if your are ever in Nola. Cafe du Monde is definitely a wonderful tourist spot to go to. The smell of the fried dough and the stickiness of everything (due to the constant flinging or powdered sugar) in the open air restaurant is an experience you just have …