These Bacon Cheddar Ranch Smashed Potatoes are a quick, crowd-pleasing side that’s ready in about 30 minutes. No peeling or fine chopping required — simply boil red potatoes, flatten them, and top with a savory ranch butter, cheddar, and crispy bacon for a crunchy exterior and creamy interior. They’re perfect alongside burgers, sandwiches, or grilled … Read more

These bite-sized pumpkin-spiced donuts are finished with a cinnamon cream cheese glaze, creating perfectly poppable pumpkin roll donuts—ideal for breakfast or a cozy snack. If you asked my coworkers what I love most, many would say donuts—and they wouldn’t be wrong. Fresh, homemade donuts are a revelation, and these pumpkin roll donuts are both simple … Read more

Sweet and bitter, made with raw cacao powder and white flour, a chocolate sourdough starter brings deeper cocoa notes to whole-grain loaves and elevates chocolate discard recipes with a rich, nuanced flavor. If you don’t yet have a wild starter, you can follow a step-by-step method to create one using whole wheat and white flour … Read more

Make your own homemade Butterscotch Sundae Sauce. Rich, buttery, sweet with a hint of nuttiness and deep caramel notes — you’ll be surprised how simple it is to make! I love summer: sandals, sun, patios, holidays — and of course ice cream. While I enjoy ice cream year-round, nothing beats a cold, creamy treat on … Read more

The fragrant combination of fresh rosemary and garlic transforms these potatoes into a flexible side dish that complements nearly any main. With very little hands-on time, they’re both flavorful and convenient, so you can focus on the rest of your meal. Golden and crisp on the outside and tender and creamy inside, these rosemary roasted … Read more

This crispy fried fish sandwich is everything you want in a handheld dinner: a golden, crunchy crust surrounding flaky white fish fillets, tucked into soft toasted buns with creamy tarragon aioli, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and buttery avocado. Light yet indulgent, it’s pan-fried on the stovetop — no deep fryer required — and comes … Read more

This easy rocket pesto is fresh, lemony and delicious — a lovely way to use up surplus rocket and a perfect homemade gift from the kitchen. 🍴 Why you will love this recipe This simple homemade pesto delivers bright, lemony freshness with a satisfying pine nut crunch. Peppery rocket (arugula) combines with sweet basil to … Read more

As any devoted southern lady might imagine, I cherish the idea of wearing large hats, pearls, and enjoying elegant luncheons filled with beloved southern recipes handed down through generations. I may not single-handedly revive the hat trend, but every year when the Kentucky Derby arrives, Derby Day at The Dixie lets me live out those … Read more

This banana coffee cake features a cinnamon swirl through the center and a buttery cinnamon streusel on top. Made with sour cream for extra moisture and a tender crumb, this easy coffee cake requires no mixer—just a few bowls and a whisk. It’s a perfect companion to a morning or afternoon cup of coffee, and … Read more