Both of my recipes this week use pecans. They are at their peak season during the holidays. Use them in as many dishes as you can. 2 1/4...

We are getting close to the Plaquemines Parish Orange Festival. So I figured why not post recipes featuring Louisiana Oranges For the...

This is a delicious dessert. It combines all the great dessert ingredients: cake mix, cream cheese, powdered sugar and chocolate chips. 1...

Ok, this may be a stretch on being a plantation. This house was formally part of the Indigo Plantation. It has housed a few different...

Now that we have made our Fig Preserves, what do we do with them? Here is a great breakfast idea. It is also great for an afternoon...

Figs are in the middle of their second season, running from August to October. This native Louisiana product is best made into preserves...

Summertime is the best time for Blueberries. Frank surely knew this when he included this recipe in his book, Making Good Groceries. 1...

This week, I am remembering Frank Davis. These two blueberry recipes are from his book, Making Good Groceries. This first recipe is an...

Here is a refreshing dessert for these hot summer days. 1 cup Pineapple Sage Leaves, loosely packed 5 cups Watermelon, seedless and...

Peaches are perfect for dessert. Their sweetness makes a perfect end to a summer meal. 1 1/4 pounds Peaches, peeled, pitted and sliced 1...

Summer is here and it’s the best time for fresh berries. So this week, I will feature two berry dishes. The first one features...

Here is a flavor of ice pop that I’ll bet you did not have growing up. 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons Sugar 4 cups sliced peeled ripe peaches...

To continue on last weeks theme, here are two hot weather recipes. Both of them are upgrades on a old time summer treat, Ice Pops. You...

I love the flavor of Amaretto. This mousse is full of its flavor. 1 cup Sugar 1/2 cup Butter 4 Eggs, separated 1/2 cup Half and Half 1/2...

Having spent the weekend of March 31-April 1 at Hogs for the Cause, I feel the need to post two dessert recipes. I’ll bet you thought It...

This one is for my Chocoholics. This recipe is from Chef Duke LoCicero. 2 1/2 ounces Bittersweet Chocolate, coarsely chopped 1/4 cup...

This week, it is time to satisfy your sweet tooth. Key Lime is a great ingredient. You can find the juice in any grocery store. 2 cups...

I was blessed with a mom who loved to cook and encouraged my family to cook. Whenever my family gets together, it is a feast. I am not...

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Here is a a great recipe for you and your valentine. 9 sheets Phyllo Dough Vegetable Cooking...

Here is a wonderful dessert made in a Cast Iron Skillet. 6 cups sliced fresh Peaches 2 1/4 cups Sugar, in all 1/4 cup Water 1 1/4  cups...