A backyard BBQ is not quite complete without a big bowl of potato salad. Typically made with standard potatoes and held together with a heavy mayo base; potato salad can be just a bit mundane. Revive that boring side dish by using sweet potatoes! Sweet potatoes add a great depth of flavor and a big…Continue Reading “Sweet Potato Salad”
There’s a high probability you may find yourself grill side this Labor Day weekend. If so, then you might want to skip the beef and try ground pork instead. Ground pork is a great alternative to beef for its great flavor and low-fat content. Not to mention, pork pairs perfectly with sweet apples and a…Continue Reading “Brie & Apple Pork Burgers”
The Virginia House-Wife is one of America’s very first housekeeping and cooking how-to publications. Written by Mary Randolph and published in 1824, The Virginia House-Wife called for inexpensive ingredients that anyone could purchase to prepare impressive meals with limited time in the kitchen. It’s publication also popularized the widespread use of over 40 new vegetables….Continue Reading “Fourth of July Menu”
Soon the skies will be bursting with glittery pops of vivid color to celebrate America’s birthday and so too will your holiday table. Summer casual doesn’t always have to mean checkered table cloths and plastic ware! Bring an opulent touch of “Backyard Chic” to your Fourth of July celebration befitting a bygone era by combining…Continue Reading “Fourth of July”
Bourbon is synonymous with good times and all things southern. It’s no surprise that I try to find any excuse to incorporate it into a recipe or a stiff drink. With nerves on edge and stakes high while watching the most pivotal 8 seconds of any sport, bourbon is a must have. This year to…Continue Reading “Bourbon Pork Sliders”
The Derby season has officially begun and the races are off for that most coveted grand prize. Not only is this the biggest day in the world of equestrian sports, but it’s also the perfect excuse to gather some of your closest friends and drink bourbon all day long. Not that we really need an…Continue Reading “The Kentucky Derby”