This post was supposed to be shared on Thanksgiving day. Sorry, it is a little late. What can I say that has not been said about...

Many people are addicted to coffee. Even on 100 degree days, they will drink coffee all day. With the winter upon us, I thought I would...

Here is a non sweet snack with pecans. It makes a great present for your friends. 4 tablespoons unsalted Butter 2 cups Pecan Halves 2...

Pecans are everywhere this time of year. They also make a great present. This week, I am sharing two ways to prepare pecans to be given...

During the holidays, many participate in a cookie swap. I thought I would share two different cookies that are sure to please. 2 1/2 cups...

With the holidays quickly approaching, we all tend to stray from our regular eating habits. Desserts are eaten not only after dinner, but...

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...