This category include classic baked goods like pies, cakes, cookies, bread, and muffins.
The Secret to Perfect Southern Pone Cornbread Now, I don’t like to start family debates, but we gotta talk about cornbread—specifically, a good old-fashioned pone of cornbread. Some folks call any cornbread a pone, but if you grew up in the South, you know a true pone is baked in a dish, golden brown, and…
The Best Southern Skillet Cornbread Recipe Nothing beats the golden, crispy crust and tender crumb of homemade skillet cornbread. This classic Southern cornbread recipe is simple, quick, and perfect for serving alongside your favorite comfort foods. Made in a cast iron skillet, this cornbread has a rich flavor, thanks to the hot bacon grease or…
The Perfect Skillet Cornbread: Crispy, Golden, and Full of Flavor There’s nothing quite like homemade skillet cornbread fresh from the oven. With a crispy golden crust and a soft, moist center, this classic Southern staple is the perfect side for any meal. If you’ve ever wondered how to achieve that perfect balance of crunch…
Bourbon Pecan Pie – A Classic Dessert with a Boozy Twist Happy Pi Day! What better way to celebrate than with a homemade Bourbon Pecan Pie? This pie is rich, nutty, and enhanced with the deep flavors of bourbon vanilla. Whether you’re making it for Thanksgiving, a special celebration, or just because, this dessert is…
The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Jars – A Delicious No-Bake Dessert If you want a simple and delicious dessert, these strawberry cheesecake jars are a great choice. They combine creamy cheesecake, a buttery graham cracker crust, and sweet strawberry filling, all in a mason jar. Since they require no baking, they are ideal for parties, picnics,…
Easy Cheddar Biscuits – Warm, Cheesy, and Buttery! There’s nothing better than a warm, cheesy biscuit fresh from the oven. These Easy Cheddar Biscuits are fluffy, buttery, and full of delicious cheddar cheese. They’re perfect with a bowl of soup, alongside dinner, or even as a snack. The best part? You don’t need to roll…
Huckleberry Muffins – Soft, Fluffy & Bursting with Berries! When my 94-year-young neighbor, Miss Rita, asks for homemade Huckleberry Muffins, you don’t say no—you get baking! These muffins are soft, bursting with juicy berries, and topped with a bright, citrusy glaze that makes them absolutely irresistible. Whether you use huckleberries, blueberries, or even frozen berries,…
Grandma’s Traditional Polish Babka Recipe (Authentic & Delicious!) There’s something magical about baking during the holidays, especially when it’s a cherished family recipe passed down through generations. This Polish Babka recipe is a beloved tradition in our family, originally brought to America by my Aunt when she immigrated from Poland. Soft, sweet, and filled with…
Southern Buttermilk Pie – A Classic Recipe You’ll Love Some desserts have a way of bringing back memories, and Southern Buttermilk Pie is one of them. This old-fashioned favorite is rich, creamy, and has just the right amount of sweetness with a hint of tang from the buttermilk. If you’ve never had buttermilk pie before,…
Cafeteria Lunch Lady Yeast Rolls – Just Like the Ones from Childhood Some flavors just take you right back to childhood, and for me, it’s these soft, buttery yeast rolls—the same kind I used to eat in the school cafeteria over 60 years ago. The ladies in our cafeteria were unbelievably good cooks, and their…
