Oven Fried Baby Red Potatoes

Crispy on the outside and soft in the center these potatoes are a snap to make. The oven and cast iron skillet do all the work! Oven Fried Baby Red Potatoes 1 (24 ounce) bag baby red potatoes, cut in … Continue reading

Cornbread and Sausage Dressing

My family broke tradition last Thanksgiving and changed their cornbread dressing recipe. We took the dish to a friend’s house for dinner and let me tell you- it was a big hit! So my advice to you is, don’t be … Continue reading

Butternut Squash Cheesy Pasta

                     Butternut Squash Cheesy Pasta      marydukecooks.com Butternut Squash Cheesy Pasta is a seasonal crave-worthy pasta dish. The cheese sauce is velvety smooth made with butternut squash and Fontina cheese. … Continue reading

Farro with Peas and Carrots

Farro with Peas and Carrots      marydukecooks.com Farro with Peas and Carrots is a flavorful side dish with minimal effort. Farro, like rice, absorbs the flavors of ingredients it is cooked with. It tastes better when cooked with ingredients … Continue reading

Summer Succotash with Crispy Okra

As my mother would say, “It’s hotter than H outside.” The weatherman promised rain but there is not a cloud in sight. I’m standing in front of the refrigerator with the door open just to catch my breath. Doc and … Continue reading

Buttered Asparagus and Peas

marydukecooks.com  Buttered Asparagus and Peas This quick side dish featuring asparagus and peas is bursting flavor. Enjoy! Buttered Asparagus and Peas 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed then remainder cut in thirds 1 (10 ounce package) frozen peas 2 tablespoons unsalted … Continue reading

Roasted Acorn Squash, Rainbow Carrots and Sweet Potatoes

This super simple recipe is a great way to enjoy winter squash and root vegetables. Roasting caramelizes sugar in the squash, carrots and sweet potatoes, making them delectable. This recipe calls for parchment paper. If you haven’t used parchment paper … Continue reading

Carrot Juice Glazed Carrots

 Using carrots with the greenery intact improves your chances of getting great carrot flavor. If you want a foolproof method with superb results, cook and glaze the carrots in carrot juice. The added bonus, increased nutritional value! Carrot Juice Glazed … Continue reading

Sweet ‘n Heat Roasted Sweet Potatoes

I like a little variation of flavors in my roasted sweet potatoes. Instead of the typical butter, brown sugar and cinnamon on a baked sweet potato I prefer the savory flavors of olive oil and red onion. A sprinkling of … Continue reading