tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60274587340604176602024-03-04T23:25:32.412-05:00Delectalicious!Down Home Southern Cooking and whatnotShannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.comBlogger48125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-55873920771350532682011-01-10T18:19:00.000-05:002011-01-10T18:19:49.270-05:00Perfect Hard Cooked Eggs
How to avoid the dreaded green ring and rubbery texture forever!
Place eggs in a saucepan large enough to hold them in a single layer.
Add cold water to the saucepan. Cover the eggs by approximately 1 inch.
Turn the heat on high. Bring the water to a boil.
As soon as the water comes to a full boil turn off the burner and place a lid on the saucepan. Set a timer forShannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-90463595552088171262011-01-04T13:33:00.000-05:002011-01-04T13:33:41.571-05:00Whittle in the Middle Broiled Salmon PLUS I've been tagged bonus section
The time has come to whittle in the middle! Yesterday was the first day to get back on track from all the holiday indulging. Yes, I forced myself to get on the scales. I hate the scales and usually stay away from them focusing on how my clothes are fitting. But, when I'm in a full blown sugar and carb coma (during the holidays) my indulgent, rebellious twin can always Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-91487850701669882292011-01-01T13:03:00.001-05:002011-01-01T13:03:59.953-05:00Rice Crispy Treats using Rice Chex
HAPPY NEW YEAR FRIENDS!
I hope everyone had a fun and safe New Year's Eve celebration. I can't believe the holiday season has come to an end! However, that's a good thing for a girl with little self control around Chex Mix and sugary treats {giggles}.
We spent the holiday visiting our families. Which means eating and eating and eating! We have all our favorite Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-54298400133043269032010-12-26T06:00:00.007-05:002010-12-26T06:00:03.969-05:00Southern Style Black Eyed Peas - Good Luck for the New Year
As far back as I can remember I've eaten black eyed peas on New Year's Day. My Dad is a big believer in the New Year tradition of eating black eyed peas for good luck. Truth be told I thinks it's more about Dad just wanting to eat some black eyed peas and less about the good luck and tradition {giggles}. Nevertheless, I still eat black-eyed peas every January 1st.
Did you know theShannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-76153958036914518542010-12-23T06:00:00.006-05:002010-12-23T06:00:06.744-05:00Lisa's Quick and Easy Chicken Pot Pie
This is a quick and easy chicken pot pie. It can literally be assembled in 10 minutes or less and baked in 45 to 50 minutes. It's the perfect dinner when you have other things to do, like wrap Christmas presents!
PRINTABLE RECIPEHere's what you'll need:1-29 oz can Veg-all1-12 oz can chicken1 can of cream of chicken, mushroom, or celery1 box Pillsbury pie crustssalt and Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-80596916228163011022010-12-22T09:09:00.005-05:002010-12-22T10:30:12.511-05:00Crockpot Peanut Clusters - Easy last minute Holiday Candy
Lisa, my sister-in-law, called and told me about a recipe for Crockpot Peanut Clusters that Grandmother Bennett made. She told me how wonderful they were and insisted that I must make them immediately! What a time saver I thought! All you have to do is throw everything in the Crockpot in order, set to low, and let it go for 3 hours.
Enough said I'm in!
PRINTABLE RECIPEHere's Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-62781893050634723182010-12-20T16:00:00.000-05:002010-12-20T16:00:34.593-05:00Pumpkin and Peanut Butter Dog Treats
Let's remember our canine friends this holiday season and bake them up some treats! My friend Betty (Betty Crocker that is) sent me an email with 10 Red Hot Holiday Trends. I was in shock when I saw a scrumptious holiday treat just for dogs. Who knew Betty loves dogs {giggles}? I knew right away that Mac would love them. Poor, poor Mac hasn't had any fresh treats Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-26502332548771506352010-12-18T06:00:00.005-05:002010-12-21T06:19:22.338-05:00No Fail Chocolate Pecan Fudge
Today I'm sharing my favorite sweet Christmastime goodie. Chocolate Pecan Fudge. Doesn't fudge just scream IT'S CHRISTMAS? My Grandma Patterson used to always have fudge and peanut clusters sitting around the house during the holidays. I asked her for the fudge recipe one time. She giggled and said sweetie I just use the recipe on the back of the chocolate chip bag.  Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-83109155653359089202010-12-16T13:10:00.001-05:002010-12-17T16:54:57.298-05:00Grandmother Bennett's Famous Chex Mix
Hi ya'll! This is my all time favorite salty Christmastime goodie. Usually I don't get overly excited about savory foods, but even the thought of this Chex Mix makes my mouth water. Grandmother Bennett bumped up the original spices and came up with a mix that is out of this world. Absolute perfection!
I always double the recipe when I make it so I can add in lotsShannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-67810931907446363702010-12-13T10:09:00.002-05:002010-12-13T17:54:44.170-05:00The Biggest Most Amazing Gingerbread House I've Ever Seen!
Hey Ya'll! Happy Monday!
This past Friday "G" and I went to uptown Charlotte for "G's" company holiday party. FYI - In Charlotte uptown is what most of us refer to as downtown. We have lived here 3 1/2 years and I'm still not used to that. Anyways, about a week before the party "G" called me one day and said "Let's stay the night in uptown after the party". &Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-88621009193122913222010-12-09T16:37:00.000-05:002010-12-09T16:37:48.935-05:00Sausage and White Bean SoupIt's frigging freezing people! Look my toes are turning black from a lack of warmth {hee, hee}. I think I have frostbite!
Seriously though, I think the current conditions are making me delirious! I'll prove my point below. I went to get my nails done today for an upcoming holiday party. Let me share with you that my nails have not been painted in a looooooooong time. &Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-59877777898827073922010-12-07T19:40:00.001-05:002010-12-07T19:42:00.303-05:0020 Minute Tacos
I'm alive! I've missed you!
Gosh it seems like forever since a new recipe has gone up on the blog! The hustle and bustle of the holidays is officially here my friends. Are your lives getting crazier by the day? Is your shopping/wrapping done? Decorations up? Treats made? Travel plans in place? House ready for guests? I have to say I'm falling behind this year. &Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-17975762971741581882010-11-29T18:46:00.001-05:002010-11-29T18:47:51.996-05:00Homemade Chicken and Noodles - The Ultimate Comfort Food!
Homemade Chicken and Noodles are the ULTIMATE fall/winter comfort food! I have fond memories of my grade school friend's grandmother making them almost every time she visited. The whole house smelled heavenly while it was cooking. Every now and again I have tried to duplicate her chicken and noodles with no luck. My chicken broth always turned out good but I just couldn't get Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-17555245273674949052010-11-27T08:32:00.004-05:002010-12-03T10:58:17.497-05:007 Cup Fruit Salad
7 Cup Fruit Salad is a holiday tradition in our family. This is the one dish that I just could not do without. One of the first Christmases I spent with "G's" family I brought this salad. Right then and there I was instructed that I must always bring this dish from that point on no matter what. Sometimes I tease them and say that I don't think I'm bringing the Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-14235141123506839402010-11-23T21:13:00.003-05:002010-11-26T11:02:22.864-05:00A Stylish Blogger Award!
Early this morning (2:00 AM) Mac had to go out and do his business. I swear he goes out just to snoop around and make sure all is well outside in the middle of the night. My own little security guard :-)! Anyways, while I was waiting for him to come back in I sat down to see what was going on in the blog world. Lo and behold I received a Stylish Blogger Award from Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-76706592311181204092010-11-19T16:54:00.000-05:002010-11-19T16:54:35.422-05:00Giveaway - Kenmore Refrigerator/ Washer & Dryer/ Oven/ Dishwasher
Do you need a new Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Freestanding Double Oven, or Dishwasher? Sears gave these Kenmore Elite appliances to 4 bloggers to review at Blogher. And now one lucky reader will get to pick from the following:
ONE (1) PRIZE winner to receive ONE (1) Kenmore appliance prize from the following FOUR (4) choices:
1) Kenmore Elite Stainless Steel French-Door Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-41285254547487540622010-11-19T06:00:00.001-05:002010-11-19T06:00:11.294-05:00Food Processor Biscuits
I am still in search of a homemade biscuit that I really like. I haven't quite put my finger on what it is about the taste that I feel like I'm missing in a homemade biscuit. Unfortunately there is not a biscuit recipe or method that has been passed down in the family. Growing up I remember canned biscuits, Bisquick biscuits, and eating biscuits at restaurants, but never Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-48386990855490002122010-11-17T13:42:00.001-05:002010-11-17T16:06:01.226-05:00Sausage and Peppers
November 2009 my neighbor had a little get together. Among the many things she made was sausage and peppers. I had never ever had sausage and peppers so I had to give it a try. OMG! it was delicious. Since the holidays were just around the corner and I was crazy busy I never got around to making it before my annul new years resolution of dieting Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-75065803274744353722010-11-12T08:36:00.002-05:002010-11-13T12:58:47.690-05:00Baked Bacon
The holidays are literally around the corner! Will you be having a house full of people? Or will you be visiting at someone else's house? We all know what's for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, but what about breakfast. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day after all! I love breakfast! Breakfast for breakfast :-). Or breakfast for dinner :Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-67656189637775620482010-11-09T15:54:00.000-05:002010-11-09T15:54:02.218-05:00Black Bean and Corn Quesadillas
Happy Tuesday! Have you adjusted to the time change? I found the lost hour in my life on Sunday, but now I don't know where it's gone. Seems like the hurrier I go the behinder I get. But you know what? That's fine by me. I'm enjoying every minute of every day. I hope that you are too!
Here is another quick and easy recipe to simplify dinnertime.  Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-57616318311854104432010-11-07T12:03:00.000-05:002010-11-07T12:03:01.018-05:00Fried Cornmeal Mush
My parents and I were having a conversation about our favorite foods and my Dad mentioned that one of his all time favorites was fried cornmeal mush. He ate this growing up and LOVES IT. I never knew! Unfortunately you can hardly find this at restaurants anymore where they live. He made it at home one time but said it was a complete disaster. My parents don't enjoyShannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-75858953288791513062010-11-03T16:45:00.007-04:002010-11-05T14:56:40.023-04:00Make Ahead Hot Chocolate
The last couple of days have been a whirlwind! On Monday Mac had surgery. It was a minor surgery, but he's my baby and I was a nervous wreck! He came thru with flying colors and is recovering nicely. Tuesday, I had a follow up appointment with my Ear Nose and Throat Dr. to check how things are progressing after a sinus surgery I had in July. For the second time Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-60107644574487636472010-10-29T18:16:00.004-04:002010-10-30T21:41:06.364-04:00Bitten by a Vampire Cupcakes
Check these out! Eat them if you dare.
Bake up some vanilla cupcakes. Homemade or box mix. Whatever floats your boat :-).
Hollow out the center by cutting into the cupcake at an angle in a circle.
Cut the cone part off leaving a flat piece of cupcake to put back on.
Throw some cherry pie filling into the food processor and blend until smooth.
Fill all the cupcakes withShannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-7594640836782868342010-10-28T15:26:00.005-04:002010-11-02T19:04:15.018-04:0030 Minute Chicken and Stuffing
Because my brain knows that Thanksgiving is right around the corner I am craving some Thanksgiving food. I'm a simple person like that. So when I saw this quick Chicken and Stuffing recipe in this months Cooks Country magazine I had to try it. I was a little leery of it because "G" is pretty particular about stuffing. This has cranberries in it. He's not really Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6027458734060417660.post-66667368139981752922010-10-27T09:27:00.021-04:002010-12-01T19:30:38.201-05:00Pretzel Rolo Thingies
November 7, 2010 - Thanks Jerri for featuring this recipe on your blog!
Several months back at my neighborhood bingo get together these goodies magically appeared in my life. Jessica, the host of the month, made them. As I was drooling over them she said the magic words "oh these are sooo easy". Love that! It's just a pretzel with a rolo candy and pecan on top. Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08922629193825667857noreply@blogger.com13