Courtesy Helen Lampkin Such a dreamy cake that sparks a celebration just by looking at it! Starting with a box cake mix and an unfussy frosting makes this recipe a keeper. And, it’s just the right cake for so many occasions. Celebration Coconut Cake w/Cream Cheese Frosting 1 box white cake mix (Betty Crocker Super […]
Tomorrow’s Turkey Pie
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Instead of dreading leftovers, turn your leftover Thanksgiving meal into this delicious, savory pie! Tomorrow’s Turkey Pie 2 cups leftover cornbread dressing(room temperature) 1 ½ cups roast turkey, chopped 1 cup cranberry relish 2 cups leftover mashed potatoes(creamy enough to spread like frosting) 1 cup turkey gravy In a greased 8” or […]
Southwestern Chili
Courtesy Helen Lampkin A hearty chili made with smoked sausage-easy to prepare in less than 30 minutes! Shhhh…don’t tell… a splash of vinegar is the secret ingredient. Southwestern Chili 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion(4 oz.) diced 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 can black beans, rinsed, drained 1 cup frozen corn 2 – 15 […]
Apple Walnut Salad
Courtesy Helen Lampkin The luscious combination of this tangy, bright, sweet and savory salad with the crunch of crisp apples and toasted walnuts is a lovely salad to serve during fall and winter. I like to choose a red skinned apple to contrast with the bright green romaine. Make it more holiday by adding the […]
Green Chile Cheeseburger
Courtesy Helen Lampkin These burgers will transport you to the heart of the Southwest with their green chile goodness. Melty cheese and tangy pickled onion complete the experience. Green Chile Cheeseburger 1 lb. ground beef salt/pepper/granulated garlic 4 hamburger buns, warmed or toasted 8 slices Monterey Jack or Cheddar Cheese Green Chile Sauce (prepare ahead) […]
Chicken Chili Verde
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Liven up your table with this light, bright, tangy chicken chili. Fresh corn, charred or grilled, takes it up a notch. Chicken Chile Verde 2 tablespoons canola oil 1 ½ cups fresh tomatillo, rinsed, cored, diced ½ cup (2 oz.) onion, diced 2 15 oz. cans white beans, rinsed, drained, divided 1 […]
BBQ Meatballs
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Want to “wow” your guests? Stop serving those mini meatballs and serve these tennis ball size, decadently delicious meatballs. Savory and saucy…everything you want a meatball to be! They will become a family favorite and a must have at all your family gatherings! BBQ Meatballs 1 large onion, diced 1 bottle chili […]
Mini Muffalettas
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Mini Muffalettas For the Olive Salad* 1 teaspoon anchovy paste 1 clove garlic, smashed ⅓ cup olive oil ½ cup pimento stuffed olives, chopped ½ cup Kalamata olives, chopped ½ cup pickled giardiniera chopped 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped ½ teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper For the […]
Sherried French Onion Dip
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Take your dipping up a notch by adding a splash of sherry vinegar to the mix! Sherried French Onion Dip 1 large sweet onion (i.e. vidalia)1 lb or 2 cups chopped 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ cup sour cream ½ cup mayo 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice 1 […]
Turkey Gravy – Make Ahead
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Take some of the stress out of Thanksgiving and make your gravy 3 days before the big feast! Infused with warm, earthy aromatics rosemary , sage and a splash of wine to brighten it – there’s no going back to your grandma’s gravy. Sorry Grandma. Rosemary Mushroom Gravy To make stock: Place […]