Casseroles & Comfort Foods

Squash & Onions

May 30, 2020 by Laura Tucker 1 Comment

Old school southern recipes have a way of speaking to my soul like no other. This recipe for classic squash and onions has been a lifelong favorite of mine. Enjoy!

My husband and I have been tending to our summer garden for the past few months. For the first time ever, we planted everything from seed and have been learning how to tend to each plant carefully. We’ve made a few mistakes along the way, and not all of our seeds made it, but we’re blessed to have 24 beautiful, strong and blooming squash and zucchini plants that will be fully producing within the next week or two. The squash I used in this recipe actually came from my latest Misfits Market Box, which is a fresh produce subscription service you can read more about here!

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Shrimp Po’ Boy Sliders

January 31, 2020 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

This post was sponsored by King’s Hawaiian as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Out of all the beautiful seasons we experience here on Earth, there is one that ranks supreme in my book for many, many reasons. Sure, summer and fall are great, but football season is what really gets me excited. We’re just a few days away from the Big Game, and I’ve already got our game day spread all mapped out to make sure we’re celebrating game day right. No matter who wins on the field, the true MVP of game day is sitting right on our plates!

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20 Black Eyed Pea Recipes to Rock your New Year

December 30, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

Try these 20 Black Eyed Pea Recipes to Rock your New Year in 2020!

I may get a little side-eye for even having the gumption to make a statement like this, but black eyed peas just aren’t my favorite thing in the world. Honestly, if black eyed peas fell off the side of the earth I wouldn’t be the least bit sad about it. That may sound a little harsh, but they’re not the most flavorful of the legume family and they’re certainly not winning any brownie points with me for visual appeal either. For whatever reason, us southern folk feel the need to force ourselves to eat a heap of them on New Year’s Day for good luck, prosperity and because our Mama told us to, but I have a feeling I’m not alone in my distaste for them.

Truthfully, they wouldn’t be so bad if they just has a little more va-va-voom. You know, a little zing to them. They always end up looking a little slimy cooped up on the side of my plate on New Year’s Day, and I’m always left wondering exactly how many black eyed peas I need to consume before I get all the good luck points.

This year I’m making it a point to revive the black eyed peas on my plate by incorporating them into a dish in a unique way! I’ve searched Pinterest up and down for a little inspiration, and these 20 Black Eyed Pea Recipes are at the top of my list to try this year to spark a new love between me and the black eyed pea!

All of these recipes are put together by a group of amazing food bloggers, so if you see a recipe you like be sure to visit their page and show their recipe a little love!

Black Eyed Peas and Greens Stuffed Buns – Savory Spin

Black Eyed Pea and Sausage Chili – Spicy Southern Kitchen

Black-Eyed Pea Sweet Potato Cornbread Pot Pie – Vanilla and Bean

Jalapeno Black Eyed Pea Cakes – Spicy Southern Kitchen

Black Eyed Pea Cornbread Casserole – Plain Chicken

BBQ Black Eyed Pea Collard Rolls – Vanilla and Bean

Black Eyed Pea Fritters – Immaculate Bites

Black Eyed Pea Dip – Veggies Save The Day

Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Black Eyed Peas and Kale – Vivian and Me

Hoppin’ John Casserole with Cornbread Crust – Melissa’s Southern Style Kitchen

Hot Black Eyed Pea Dip – Spicy Southern Kitchen

Black Eyed Peas with Smoky Collards and Cheesy Grits – Vanilla and Bean

Spicy Jalapeno Black Eyed Pea Hummus – Spicy Southern Kitchen

Black Eyed Pea Pull Apart Pizza – Climbing Grier Mountain

Black Eyed Pea Hummus – Grits and Pinecones

Black Eyed Pea Texas Caviar – The Hungry Bluebird

One Pot Cajun Black Eyed Peas and Rice – Diary of a Recipe Collector

Black Eyed Pea Salad – Immaculate Bites

Black Eyed Pea and Kale Tacos – Heart of a Baker

Black Eyed Pea Gumbo – The Skinny Fork

Are you a fan of black eyed peas? Do you eat them for New Year’s each year, or do you enjoy them all year long? Leave a comment below and share the love!

Turkey and Dressing Stuffed Egg Rolls with Cranberry Dipping Sauce

November 20, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

This post was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

Ah, good ol’ turkey and dressing. ‘Tis the season for this classic Thanksgiving side dish to grace our tables and dinner plates, and I’ll be the first in line to plop a heaping of it on my plate on Thanksgiving day! Dressing can be quite a controversial topic, especially here in the south. Much like the long running soda vs. pop debate, the country seems to be a bit divided on the proper name for this dish. Some say stuffing, and some say dressing, and while there technically is a difference, it’s minor. Stuffing is cooked inside a bird, and dressing is cooked inside a pan. No matter how you prepare it, all I know is that I want a whole bunch of it!

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Sweet Potato Casserole Stuffed Egg Rolls with Bourbon Pecan Praline Sauce

November 19, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

These Sweet Potato Casserole Stuffed Egg Rolls are a fun twist on a classic Thanksgiving side dish! With a cinnamon-sugar coating, they’re absolutely divine!

While everyone has already begun decking their halls with Christmas decor, I’m over here loosening up my belt in preparation for Thanksgiving dinner. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday to celebrate, and the types of foods that are always present on the table are some of my favorite dishes that ever existed. I’ve never met a casserole that I didn’t like, and sweet potato casserole ranks pretty high on my bracket of Thanksgiving menu favorites!

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Cheesy Ham and Mashed Potato Trifles

November 13, 2019 by Laura Tucker 1 Comment

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Smithfield®. The opinions and text are all mine.

The final two months of the year always seem like a bit of a whirlwind. All of the hustle and bustle of the busy holiday season keeps our schedules pretty full, and it often leaves little or no time to dedicate to crafting those home-cooked meals that my family craves at the end of a long day of school and work. I frequently find myself scratching my head trying to find a meal that both the adults and children will love, and it’s always a bonus when the meal can come together in 30 minutes or less!

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What Makes a Burger an Awesome Burger?

October 7, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

This post has been compensated by Sweet Earth Awesome Burger. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.

What makes a burger truly awesome to you? Is it a thick and juicy patty? Or a mountain of fresh, crisp veggies piled on top? Maybe it’s a waterfall of savory condiments that take your burger to the next level. Whatever it is that earns the highest remarks in your burger world, I think we can all agree that when it comes to the flavor of the patty, you either go big or go home!

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Southwest Sweet Potato Taco Bowls

September 30, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

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During the autumn months, you may more commonly see sweet potatoes on the dessert table baked in a pie instead of being served as part of the main course, but this week these scrumptious root vegetables have been stealing the show as a key ingredient in these amazing Southwest Sweet Potato Taco Bowls I made for our in-house Taco Tuesday celebration!

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Cilantro Lime Chicken Taco Bowl

September 4, 2019 by Laura Tucker 1 Comment

This post has been compensated by Secolari Artisan Oils. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.

It’s no secret that I’ve been doing a lot of baking lately. A scroll through my most recent posts will fill you in on how much I’ve been indulging in the sweeter things in life, and my body has been sending me a few clues that it’s time I fill her up with something that leans a little more towards the healthy side. One of my favorite ways to get in those fresh greens and veggies is to serve them taco style – and in this case, Cilantro Lime Chicken Taco Bowl style!

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Mini Ham Jam Sandwiches – A Scrumptious Lunchbox Treat!

August 23, 2019 by Laura Tucker Leave a Comment

This post was sponsored by King’s Hawaiian as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

My oldest daughter has officially completed her first 3 weeks of school, and it’s gone much more smoothly that we could have ever imagined. The faculty and staff has been absolutely wonderful and have done everything they can to make this transitional period smooth for us, and their communication with the things going on at the school has been fantastic!

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Casseroles & Comfort Foods

This post was sponsored by King’s Hawaiian as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

This post was sponsored by Better Than Bouillon as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Smithfield®. The opinions and text are all mine.

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PaceTacoNight #CollectiveBias

This post has been compensated by Secolari Artisan Oils. All opinions expressed are 100% my own.

This post was sponsored by King’s Hawaiian as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.

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