Happy Cinco de Mayo! What better way to celebrate with our neighbors south of the border than with some fresh salsa made from ingredients from farms right here in Arkansas. It’s also a great way to celebrate National Salsa Month! Two-Bean Tacos with Dry Salsa Fresh Peach and Tomato Salsa Grilled Southwest Steaks […]
The inspiration for these enchiladas come from one of the many old cookbooks I had access to as a child in my mom’s kitchen. The page with its recipe became worn and splattered after the main ingredient, a generous tomato filling, piqued my interest and suited my tastes. I experimented with variations and found that […]
Fishing for a recipe that’s fresh from the water? We’re ‘hooking’ you up with some recipes that include the catch of the day. Crawfish Boil Tilapia with Stewed Tomatoes Smoked Trout, Rice, Asparagus and Pea Salad Pecan-smoked Trout
Arkansans, like all southerners, love our comfort food. Here are some recipes to bring a down-home taste of southern comfort food to your table. Southern Fried Steak and Gravy Cheese Grits and a Fried Egg Going Green with Southern Collards Fried Potatoes
Around Arkansas, we are just ‘nuts’ about pecans. So, in honor of National Pecan Day we are including some amazing recipes that showcase pecans. Honey Blueberry Pecan Rice Pudding Candy With a Crust ~Pecan Pie Pecans: A Southern Favorite {Kitchen Tip and Spicy Pecan Recipe} Pecan, Cranberry and Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn […]
Whether you grow your own cabbage or buy it fresh from the farmers market or grocery store, this is the time of year for it. Prices are cheap and the fresh cabbage is tempting enough to buy a head or two. Here are some great ideas for enjoying it. 1. Slaw – Nothing says spring […]
Did you know that poultry is the leading agricultural industry in Arkansas? To show our love for our farmers, we had included some of our finest chicken recipes. Slow-Cooker Spinach Chicken Light Chicken Salad King Ranch Chicken Hummus Crusted Chicken
I tend to be a predictable gal with my asparagus. Roasted in a hot oven or grilled is usually my preference, not just for flavor but for ease of cooking. However, sometimes I like to branch out and make an unbelievably simple soup that satisfies all the senses. It has the beautiful combination flavor of […]
Looking for new recipes to break the same old breakfast routine? Here are some to get you out of the breakfast routine rut. Blueberry Waffles Banana Oatmeal Muffins Homemade Biscuits Potato Bread French Toast
For most of my life, our family farm was one of the more than 28,000 farms in Arkansas raising cattle. For years, my dad was part owner of a local sale barn that helped get cattle to market. Our freezer was usually filled with home-grown beef and pork. I have a deep appreciation for the […]