Benne or sesame seeds were brought to America through the transatlantic slave trade. They were commonly used to enhance the flavors of foods or used as a thickening agent. African slaves believed the seeds brought good luck. Benne wafers are a staple dessert for many people in South Carolina and they are often served during Kwanzaa as well. Melt in your mouth, crisp, chewy, nutty and caramelized benne or sesame cookies are perfect for the holidays. For a more traditional sesame cookie, leave ...
Southern Recipes
Delicious and easy southern recipes. Just like the ones you grew up with, like sweet potato pie, southern peach cobbler , hushpuppies southern coleslaw and more. You'll even find some recipes where I've added a little twist on them.
Grillades and Grits
Grillades and grits pronounced (/ɡree-yahds/) is a popular southern New Orleans brunch/lunch. The meat, usually beef, (pork or veal is also used) is slow cooked in a rich and flavorful beef gravy made up of diced tomatoes, onions, red wine, beef broth, peppers, celery etc, served over cheesy Parmesan grits. Grits and grillades are perfect for Christmas brunch! So delicious! This post may contain affiliate links. I will earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking ...
Short Ribs & Black Eyed Peas w/ Cannellini Beans & Chipotle Gravy
Braised short ribs, black-eyed peas, and cannellini beans slow cooked in beef broth, onions and chipotle in adobo sauce, until tender and falling off the bones. The braised short ribs cook down to a nice rich and flavorful spicy chipotle beef gravy. So darn melt in your mouth delicious! This hearty short rib dinner is some serious comfort food. This slow cooker braised short ribs is so simple to make. Start your slow cooker the night before or early in the morning. Cook on low for 8 ...
Creamy Macaroni Salad with Cucumbers and Eggs
Easy cucumber macaroni salad with cucumbers and eggs is a twist on the traditional classic American macaroni salad. You will not believe how delicious it is. Perfect with southern sweet hushpuppies and dutch oven fried chicken! MACARONI SALAD This cucumber macaroni salad screams spring and summer! And guess what? It contains cool, crunchy seedless cucumbers! It's perfect for warm weather bbq's, potlucks or anytime really. I know a lot of people are trying to eat ...