Bourbon Pecan Pie
I absolutely love Pecan Pie and it is a huge hit in my house. Add bourbon of course and it is even better! You can always omit the bourbon of course but it’s the holidays so why not! Print Recipe Bourbon Pecan Pie Prep Time10 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time50 mins Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanKeyword: bourbon, pecanpie Ingredients3 large Eggs At Room Temp1 cup Sugar1/2 tsp Salt1 cup Karo Syrup3 tbsp Butter At Room Temp2 tbsp Bourbon 1 tsp Real Vanilla Extract1 cup Chopped Pecans1 Prepared Deep Dish Pie Crust I blind bake mine for a bit while making mixture. InstructionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium mixing bowl…
Bourbon Whipped Cream
Pair this wonderful whipped cream with your pies! I don’t have a specific bourbon I cook with but there are so many local distilleries these days why not support one of them! Enjoy y’all! Print Recipe Bourbon Whipped Cream Prep Time5 mins Course: DessertKeyword: bourbon, whippedcream Ingredients1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream2 tbsp Powdered Sugar1 tsp Real Vanilla extract1 tsp Bourbon InstructionsIn a chilled bowl combine all the ingredients and whip with a hand mixer until peaks form.
Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs are a must and I tend to make a crazy amount because they don’t make it to the table if I don’t! Again super easy and can make ahead. Print Recipe Deviled Eggs Recipe is for a dozen but you can definitely make more! Ingredients6 large Eggs2 tbsp Olive Oil Mayo1 1/2 tbsp Sweet Pickle RelishWhite Vinegar Just a splash1 tsp Yellow MustardSalt & Pepper To tasteSmoked Paprika Garnish InstructionsPlace eggs in a single layer in a saucepan, add water covering eggs. Bring to a boil, cover, remove from heat, and let stand 15 minutes. Rinse under cold water for about a minute. I use a tablespoon…
Corn Casserole
Super easy and a great side dish! There are a ton of variations out there but I like to keep mine simple. Print Recipe Corn Casserole Prep Time8 minsCook Time55 minsTotal Time1 hr 3 mins Course: Side DishCuisine: AmericanKeyword: corncasserole, thanksgiving Ingredients1 15oz Can Corn Drained1 14oz Can Creamed Corn1 pckg Corn Muffin Mix I use Jiffy1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt Can sub Sour Cream1/2 stick Butter1 cup Shredded Cheddar InstructionsPreheat oven to 350 degrees F In a large bowl, stir together the 2 cans of corn, corn muffin mix, yogurt, and melted butter. Pour into a greased 9 by 13-inch casserole dish. Bake for 45 minutes, or until…
Bacon Green Bean Casserole
Yes I said bacon! I mean how else do you make an already great dish perfect! I don’t use canned green beans either and am thankful my hubby doesn’t mind breaking beans! Print Recipe Bacon Green Bean Casserole Prep Time15 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time45 mins Course: Side DishCuisine: AmericanKeyword: sidedish, thanksgiving Ingredients2 lbs Fresh Green Beans Snapped, trimmed and blanched2 cans Condensed Cream of Mushroom Soup1/2 cup Milk1 1/3 cup French Fried Onions I use French's Salt & Pepper to taste6 slices Bacon (prepared & crumble) I use applewood InstructionsPreheat oven to 350° F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stir the soup, milk, salt, pepper, crumbled bacon, 2/3…
Mashed Potatoes
Being Irish the potato is a staple in my house! I love them cooked any way possible especially mashed! Enjoy this super creamy easy recipe. Print Recipe Mashed Potatoes Ingredients2.5 lbs Potatoes I love Russett or Yukon Gold3.5 cups Water for boil1 1/2 tsp Salt To taste1 1/2 tsp Pepper1 1/2 sticks Butter1 cup Milk I use almond for my allergy people InstructionsIn a large pot place peeled and diced potatoes and cover with water. Cook on high heat and boil about 10 minutes and medium heat another 20 minutes. Remove pot from heat and discard water. (Save the water and sip on for a potassium boost) In a mixing…
Simple Cranberry Sauce
There are only a few of us that enjoy cranberry sauce so I don’t make a lot. This is a super quick and easy recipe that you are sure to enjoy! Print Recipe Cranberry Sauce Prep Time5 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time15 mins Course: Side DishCuisine: AmericanKeyword: thanksgiving Ingredients1 pckg Cranberries1 cup Sugar1 cup Orange juice InstructionsIn a medium saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar in the orange juice. Stir in the cranberries, and cook until they start to pop (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat, and transfer to a bowl. Cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.
Nana’s Cornbread Dressing
So this is a recipe passed down from my Nana and I have attempted to add directions as best as possible. As you can imagine Southern mama’s tend to cook everything by taste and look so it can be a challenge to get exact measurements. I made this last year for the first time and it was wonderful though a little dry. You will want your mixture wet but not swimming prior to baking. You will want to bake this at 350° for about 30-45 minutes checking frequently. Print Recipe Nana's Cornbread Dressing Course: Side DishCuisine: SouthernKeyword: cornbread, dressing, sidedish, southern, thanksgiving IngredientsCornbread2 cups Self Rising Cornmeal Not Plain…
Yia Yia’s Sweet Potato Casserole
AKA Goodness! I was introduced to this recipe 8 years ago and it is so darn good I can’t stand it! The sweet goodness and crispy topping make this a dish that is not for the faint at heart. It is not diet friendly either but hey, it’s only twice a year right? Hope y’all enjoy this as much as my family does. Print Recipe Yia Yia's Sweet Potato Casserole Prep Time5 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time35 mins Course: Side DishCuisine: SouthernKeyword: delicious, sidedish, sweetpotatoes, yummy Ingredients3 cups Mashed Sweet Potatoes I use Bruce's Yams with most of the liquid drained1 cup Sugar2 Eggs1 tsp Vanilla Extract1 stick MargarineTopping1/3 cup…
7 Amazing Holiday Desserts
Guilty, I have a sweet tooth. I don’t indulge often however but when I do I make sure it counts! Here are 7 Amazing Desserts to try this Holiday Season that are sure to be a crowd-pleaser! Pumpkin Creme Brûlée from TidyMom.net Mini Pecan Pies from Live Well Bake Often Pumpkin Whoopie Pies from Food Folks and Fun White Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Truffles from Southern Made Simple Aunt Hattie’s Caramels from The Mama Life Mini Pumpkin Pies from One Little Project Salted Caramel Bittersweet Chocolate Tart from Life Made Simple Have a fabulous recipe you would like to share? Email me details so I…
