Food & Recipes

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches 🥪 Smoky, tender, and saucy pulled pork loaded onto soft buns! 😋 Perfect for BBQ nights or casual gatherings. Get ready to dig in! 🔥🍖 Ingredients: 3 lbs pork shoulder (boneless or bone-in) 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp…

Shrimp Gumbo Recipe Shrimp Gumbo is a flavorful, hearty dish rooted in the culinary traditions of Louisiana. It’s a rich stew made with a blend of spices, vegetables, and a flavorful broth, often served over rice. The deep flavors come from a roux (a mixture of flour and fat), holy trinity of vegetables (onions, bell…

Classic Potato Salad Recipe A Classic Potato Salad is a beloved comfort dish that’s perfect for barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings. It combines tender potatoes with a creamy dressing, usually made from mayonnaise or mustard, and is often enhanced with crunchy vegetables and seasonings. This recipe is simple, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser. Ingredients: 2…

Waldorf Salad Recipe The Waldorf Salad is a classic, refreshing dish that combines crisp apples, juicy grapes, crunchy walnuts, and creamy mayonnaise, creating a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Originally created in the late 19th century at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York City, this salad has become a staple at holiday gatherings…

Classic Tuna Casserole Recipe Ingredients: 2 cups elbow macaroni (or any pasta of your choice) 1 can (12 oz) tuna in water or oil, drained and flaked 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%) 1 cup frozen peas (or fresh if you prefer) 1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar…

Honey Baked Ham Recipe Ingredients 1 fully cooked bone-in ham (about 8-10 pounds) 1 cup honey ½ cup brown sugar ¼ cup Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground cloves (optional) ¼ teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (optional) Whole cloves (for studding the ham, optional) Instructions Preheat the Oven: Preheat…

Soft Dinner Rolls Recipe Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting) 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon active dry yeast 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup warm milk (about 110°F or 43°C) ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted 1 large egg 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing) Optional: 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping) Instructions Activate…

Grandma’s Bread and Butter Pickles Recipe Ingredients 4 cups cucumbers, sliced (about 4-5 medium cucumbers) 1 cup onions, thinly sliced (about 1 large onion) 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon celery seeds ½ teaspoon ground turmeric ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon black pepper Optional: 1/2 teaspoon…

Southern Sweet Tea Recipe Ingredients 4-6 black tea bags (such as Lipton or Tetley) 4 cups water (for brewing) 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste) 4 cups cold water (for dilution) Ice Optional garnish: lemon slices or fresh mint Instructions Boil the Water: In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling…

Zesty Lemon Bars Recipe Ingredients For the Crust: 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup powdered sugar ½ cup unsalted butter, softened ¼ teaspoon salt For the Lemon Filling: 2 large eggs 1 cup granulated sugar ¼ cup all-purpose flour ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2-3 lemons) Zest of 1 lemon ½ teaspoon baking…

Classic Sloppy Joes Recipe Ingredients 1 pound ground beef (80% lean) 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 1 teaspoon mustard (yellow or Dijon) ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black…

Classic Beef Chili Recipe Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound ground beef (80% lean) 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 bell pepper (red or green), chopped 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste 2 tablespoons chili…

Apple Cinnamon Muffins Recipe Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup unsweetened applesauce ½ cup vegetable oil 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples) Optional:…

Homemade Strawberry Jam Recipe Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped – provides the main fruity base 1 ½ cups granulated sugar – helps preserve the jam and sweetens it 2 tbsp lemon juice – adds acidity, balances sweetness, and helps thicken the jam Instructions: Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse, hull, and chop the strawberries….

Maple Pecan Pie Recipe Ingredients: 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought) – provides structure and a flaky base 1 cup pure maple syrup – adds natural sweetness and rich maple flavor ¾ cup brown sugar, packed – deepens the sweetness and adds caramel notes 3 large eggs – helps bind the filling and gives a…

Fluffy Pancakes Recipe Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour – for structure and softness 2 tbsp granulated sugar – adds a touch of sweetness and helps browning 1 tsp baking powder – a leavening agent for fluffy texture ½ tsp baking soda – adds lift, especially with acidic ingredients ¼ tsp salt – balances sweetness and…