These lemon blueberry scones are the perfect start to the morning, a great break for a refreshing mid-afternoon snack or a tasty after dinner dessert. They have a light, tangy kick and are perfect with a little butter, lemon curd or lavender blueberry jelly. I purchased a wonderful Lavender Blueberry Jelly from Scott County Lavender…
If you like burgers and love meatloaf you will adore the tasty combination in this recipe. The burgers are made with lean bison meat which make them less heavy then a traditional burger. Of course, I still suggest smothering them in cheese because what is a burger without cheese? Bison is a naturally lean red…
If you love roasted pears, goat cheese, or both this salad is divine! It takes minimal time to prepare and tastes like something out of a gourmet kitchen. You really can’t go wrong with fresh goat cheese, a little honey and roasted fruit. For simplicity and time saving you can always replace the handmade dressing…
Cornbread is a staple in the South. And a recipe made with Buttermilk is even better. Cornbread is a quick and easy dish to make, and is a great accompaniment to almost any meal. Cornbread is at its best if you have a properly seasoned cast iron skillet, muffin pan or corn stick pan. Lodge…
This soup is super easy to make, especially if you have some leftover roasted chicken and veggies from the night before. The roasted chicken and vegetables give this soup a simple, yet robust, flavor. Serve with Simple Buttermilk Cornbread for a hearty meal. For the Roasted Chicken in this dish you can use the Lemon-Butter…
This chicken is basic, easy and flavorful. The below recipe yields for an entire roasted chicken (cut into pieces). The recipe can be downsized to fit a meal for one or two by just using the chicken cuts that you most enjoy. Just use one lemon and less of everything for the scaled back version….
I first made these Brussels Sprouts for a family Thanksgiving gathering in a cabin in the mountains of Gatlinburg, TN. Brussels Sprouts were never a holiday staple for my family, but this recipe put them on the map for us. I’ve served this dish to many friends who’ve never had a Brussels Sprout and they…
These carrots are scrumptious and sweet, and contain one of my favorite fruit juices, freshly squeezed blood orange. Blood Oranges are a tangy, tasty and wonderfully vibrant fruit (that is also perfect in freshly shaken cocktails). I always use whole carrots, preferably with green tops still attached if you can find them (birds, rabbits and…
I made these cupcakes with a little Southern Flair by adding Apple Butter into the mix. My favorite Apple Butter comes from the Huber Family Farm in Southern Indiana where my grandmother grew up as a child. But you can purchase Apple Butter in almost any farm store or local market. While the cupcake recipe…
This tasty dish is the perfect treat for a St. Patrick’s Day feast with friends and family. Traditionally, St. Patrick’s Day was a religious holiday celebrated by Catholics and Protestants in honor of the patron saint of Ireland. Over time it has become a secular holiday celebrating Irish culture around the world. Add to your…
