National Cherry Pie Day National Cherry Pie Day is celebrated on February 20 which just happens to coincide with President’s Day this year. It seems fitting to celebrate this national day on a day we honor George Washington. Although the cherry tree story is only a myth, George[…]

Smothered Green Beans and Red Potatoes

Smothered Green Beans and Red Potatoes Bacon, onions and chicken stock meld together to provide great flavor for this Smothered Green Beans and Red Potatoes recipe. This makes a great side dish for any meal. Hope you enjoy! [yumprint-recipe id=’32’]

Crock Pot Black Eyed Pea Soup Eating black eyed peas on New Year’s Day is a southern tradition. It is thought to bring prosperity in the new year. One legend associating black eyed peas with good luck goes back to Civil War times. Sherman’s army had pillaged the[…]

Gluten Free Chocolate Coconut Cake I was diagnosed with a sensitivity to gluten/wheat about 10 years ago. Eating wheat gave me migraines and ulcer-like feelings in my stomach. Although I was happy to know the cause of my pain, eating gluten free (along with sugar and dairy free)[…]

Crock Pot Leftover Ham & Bean Soup I hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving and was able to spend time with friends and family! If you are like me, you cook way too much food and have plenty of leftovers.  Crock Pot Leftover Ham & Bean Soup  is[…]

Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries These Thanksgiving Sweet Potatoes with Cranberries are so good I think I could eat them as a dessert! And these are a much healthier version than those covered in brown sugar and marshmallows. To make them even healthier,  use this recipe from Ricki[…]

Gluten Free Penne Sausage Bake   Gluten Free Penne Sausage Bake is a great recipe for cooler weather.  It can be made in the crockpot or in the oven.  I use this homemade spaghetti sauce in the recipe and sprinkle the top with red pepper flakes which makes[…]