Down-South Fish Cakes

During Lent, my Catholic friends abstain from eating meat on Fridays. However, shellfish, saltwater and freshwater fish species are permitted. With Lent in mind, I thought it appropriate to post a fish recipe that everyone can enjoy. I love fish cakes, crab cakes (hmmm . . . make that anything that includes the word cake). This recipe for Down-South Fish Cakes is fantastic. Try it this Friday or any day of the week, and look for another great fish recipe coming soon.

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Paprika-Pepper Venison Steak

Venison is a favorite in our home. When our deer hunting is successful, we eat 100 pounds or more each year in a wide variety of dishes — everything from meatloaves, chili and sausage to roasts, casseroles and stews. Over the years, several venison dishes have become family favorites, including Paprika-Pepper Steak, a quick way […]

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Mac & Cheese

I’ve never met a kid that didn’t love macaroni and cheese. I know I loved the stuff as a kid. I used to beg my mom to make the scratch macaroni and cheese. It was basically my most favorite food, right up there with mashed potatoes, bananas and candy. I couldn’t get enough. This recipe […]

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Lemon Bars

Lemon bars Another time-tested tongue tickler of sweet and sour   by Tara Johnson   Tart, slightly sweet lemon bars are fantastic. Soft with a hint of chewy and a flaky sweet crust, how can you go wrong? There are literally 6 different ingredients in this recipe, and they work together to create something magical. […]

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Chicken Kebabs

If you’re looking for a quick, healthy dinner, look no further than this tasty recipe. We all know how busy the middle of the week can get and I’m always looking for something easy to throw together. These chicken kebabs are quick and delicious, but the best part of this recipe is how customizable it […]

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Beer-battered Green Beans

Beer-battered Green Beans Occasionally it’s nice to zest up your preparation of a vegetable. This beer battered technique adds the perfect amount of zest to a simple green bean. It takes approximately 15 minutes to make these green beans. I only did a few green beans at a time because when I tried to fry […]

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