Chicken Fried Rice
I’m not sure why, but I was always intimidated to try making fried rice at home. It turns out that making it at home is surprisingly easy! It’s a very quick and simple recipe that my family and I prefer over take out from our …
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Cheddar and Green Chili Cornbread
Delicious southern style cornbread made from scratch with cheddar cheese and green chilies.
Quick Mexican Rice
Hello! One of the best things to come into my life is Success Rice. It saves my life on a regular basis. There are many recipes that I cook using rice, but sometimes when I just need a side of rice with dinner I turn …
Fondant Potatoes
Hello! It’s May, can you believe it? I love this time of year! We’ve been busy building our garden and watching our chicks grow. I can’t wait for fresh veggies and eggs! Yesterday I grilled chicken and made these fondant potatoes. I was inspired after …
Southwestern Rice
Hello! If you’re like me, you like finding the perfect side dishes to pair with your dinner. Sometimes you get in a rut of always making the same sides and you just want something different. That is how this dish was created. I was making …
Southern Buttermilk Biscuits
Hello! Nothing beats a buttermilk biscuit made from scratch… when it’s done right. Fluffy buttermilk biscuits that have been topped with melted butter take me to my happy place. There’s just something about them y’all. If you’re reading this, I know you know what I …
Spicy Green Beans With Bacon, Peppers and Onions
Hello! Are you looking to change up your green bean game? This side dish could be the answer. I love green beans. Especially when they are simmered for a few hours with onions and bacon. There is no beating that. It reminds me of my …
Instant Pot Garlic and Herb Mashed Potatoes
Hello! The Girl Child is obsessed with mashed potatoes. I mean that literally. I’m pretty sure she could eat her weight in them. Two things get her excited when you are talking about food… chicken or mashed potatoes. Unless you are talking about dessert, that …
Grilled Cheese Dippers
Hello! I decided to make grilled cheese dippers instead of our normal grilled cheese sandwiches to go with our soup yesterday. They are so easy to make, and work really well for dunking into your soup! Here’s what you’ll need: 12 slices of bread 12 …