This is a story from when my three year old grand nephew, Reed, visited at Christmas. He was just beginning to figure out who Santa and the elves are. This was our conversation. Reed says, “My Elf’s name is Kringle … Continue reading
These spicy crackers are a great appetizer for a party. They pair perfectly with adult beverages. Be careful, they are habit forming! Firecrackers 1 tablespoon Mexican hot chili powder2 tablespoons red chili flakes1/2 cup canola oil1 ounce envelope ranch salad … Continue reading
Doc and I love Mexican food. Chips and salsa are our favorite.You won’t believe how easy salsa is to make! Salsa28 ounce can whole tomatoes with juice7 ounces pickled jalapeño nacho slices, drained and juice reserved1 tablespoon juice from pickled … Continue reading
Delight your family with a spooky treat this Halloween. Dip graham cracker sticks and apple slices into this S’mores flavored peanut butter cream cheese ball shaped and decorated like a spooky skull! S’mores Ball Spooky Skull8 ounces full fat cream … Continue reading
Polynesian crunchy coleslaw gets its crunchiness from toasted ramen noodles and almonds. The pineapple and edamame add another layer of flavor. Honey in the vinaigrette balances the smokiness of the sesame oil, the sharpness of the rice vinegar, and the … Continue reading
Crusty Garlic Parmesan Bread is the easiest bread to make. People love the crunch. I’ve listed the ingredients without measurements because you just sprinkle everything on top then bake in the oven until the bread is lightly browned and crisp. … Continue reading
marydukecooks.com Caprese Salad with Basil Oil Caprese salad is one of the simplest salads to make. Garden or heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, olive oil, balsamic vinegar and fresh basil are the … Continue reading
This salad comes together in about 15 minutes. It is a family seasonal favorite using apple cider. I love the mixture of crunchy, sweet, and savory from the toasted pecans, lettuce, cranberries, and feta. Apple, Cranberry, Feta and Toasted Pecan … Continue reading
marydukecooks.com Apple Cider Doughnut Bread Apple Cider Doughnut Bread has all the flavor of apple cider doughnuts without the hassle of frying. Adapted from Bon Appetit, this moist bread with its doughnut cinnamon sugar crunch is a winner! Enjoy! Apple … Continue reading
Fried Green Tomatoes are about as Southern as you can get. They are crispy, tart and slightly firm. My mother used to slice them paper thin and bread them with cornmeal and a sprinkle of salt. I like mine thicker … Continue reading
This bread is so moist and flavorful that I could eat the entire loaf by myself. On second thought, I couldn’t leave Doc out. He is so good to me I would let him have the first piece… then I … Continue reading
Hunter Dossett Hickie and I grew up swimming together in the summers and taking dancing lessons the rest of the year. She is a dear friend who gives great advice and always has your best interest at heart. Many of … Continue reading
What could taste better than cobbler made with fresh southern peaches and blueberries! This recipe has been around for a long time. Each family and region has a different interpretation of this fruit cobbler with a cake crust. Some recipes … Continue reading
marydukecooks.com This delicious blueberry pie recipe is complements of one of my life long friends Dorothy Wilkes Bedor. Friends since elementary school, we have been through everything together. Dorothy is a rare treasure. She will stick with you no matter … Continue reading
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