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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Green Chile Queso
Green chiles combined with roasted red pepper bring great depth of flavor to this amazing queso. Serve with chips or use it as a base for macaroni and cheese dishes, top burgers, or sauce for enchiladas. You will also want to eat it with a spoon! 4 oz. half & half, or whole milk 8 […]
Classic Guacamole
Courtesy Helen Lampkin You want the guacamole they all keep talking about? Practice. Practice. Practice. The technique is as important as the freshness of your ingredients! Keep your main guacamole simple and you can then dress it up with all kinds of other goodness. Classic Guacamole 4 avocados, ripe 2-3 limes freshly squeezed 1-2 Serrano […]
Pear & Prosciutto Flatbread
Courtesy Helen Lampkin Great as an appetizer, snack, or pair with a salad. Yummy on all counts! Pear & Prosciutto Flatbread 1 pkg. prepared pizza dough at room temp. (found in refrigerated section of grocery) ½ cup olive oil, divided 8 oz. fontina, shredded ½ cup Parmesan, grated 2 ripe but firm pears, cored, sliced […]
Killer Brownies
Best ever brownies to die for. Chewy chocolate bites super easy to make.
Avocado & Pico Layer Dip
A festive layered guacamole dip that will be the hit of your party.