Author: Tammy Gibbins

Salisbury Steak

Salisbury Steak

Salisbury steak is a big time comfort food to me. I don’t make it that often, because the entire meal is carb laden. And although delicious, it brings a little guilt with it. Ingredients 1 pound ground beef 2 slices onion, chopped super small 1 […]

VooDoo Chicken

VooDoo Chicken

Ingredients 1 teaspoon salt 4 bay leaves 1 teaspoon file powder 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon dried onion 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground thyme 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon […]

Pumpkin Pie Spice

Pumpkin Pie Spice

Ingredients 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Directions Combine all spices and seal in an air tight container. Ball jars are perfect for this.

Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

Awesome recipe! Requires prep, so read through it before you are ready to make it! Ingredients 3 1/2 cups cooked and cooled rice (cook the day before and cool in fridge until time to use) 1 1/2 pounds shrimp, peeled and de-veined 3 large eggs, lightly […]

Fried Okra

Fried Okra

Ingredients ½ cup corn meal 1 cup self-rising flour 1 tablespoon paprika 1 tablespoon garlic powder 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 1 cup buttermilk Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound fresh whole okra Directions  1. In a large skillet, heat 3-inches of oil […]

Shrimp and Grits with Bacon

Shrimp and Grits with Bacon

Ingredients 4 cups water Salt and pepper 1 cup stone-ground grits 3 tablespoons butter 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 6 slices bacon, chopped 4 teaspoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 1 cup thinly sliced scallions 1 large […]

Robust Linguini and Clam Sauce

Robust Linguini and Clam Sauce

This is a super easy recipe to make. Most people hear ‘linguini and clam sauce’ and because it sounds so fancy, are intimidated by it. Don’t be, this is so easy. Whichever pasta you choose is fine. I personally prefer linguini. The addition of flour […]

Angel Food Cake

Angel Food Cake

Ingredients 12 large eggs 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1 cup cake flour or all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/4 teaspoon salt Directions Separate eggs and let stand at room temperature up to 30 […]

Open Faced Jalapeño Poppers

Open Faced Jalapeño Poppers

Ingredients 2 cups Colby-jack or Mexican blend cheese, shredded 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 1⁄4 cup bacon crumbles, cooked 1⁄2 teaspoon chili powder 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder 12 – large fresh jalapeño peppers (about 1 pound), cut in half lengthwise and […]

Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Honey Garlic Pork Chops

Ingredients 3 pork chops 1/2 cup honey 3 tablespoons soy sauce 6 garlic cloves, minced Directions Mix honey, soy sauce, and garlic and pour over pork loin chops, marinate in refrigerator all day. Preheat oven to 350°, and put chops in baking dish or cast iron […]