ESSIE MAE’S BROILER FRIED CHICKEN

My mamma would fry chicken in the broiler.  What made this chicken so special was all the butter and garlic on the beautifully browned chicken topped with a light sauce.  I have not eaten or even thought about this dish is over 50-years. I was talking with my sister/cousin Stella, and we both reminisce about…

CATHEAD BISCUITS

Today’s WOW for me is a fried pork chop, grits, over-easy eggs, cathead buttermilk biscuits, Bear Rabbit syrup, orange juice, and coffee. I know this is a lot of carbs, but this dish is so good for me because it brings back good memories. I lived in Sacramento, California, for approximately 2 years.  That was…

SWEET AND SAVORY

Eating carrots is nutritious. Moderate intake of carrots contain antioxidants that might improve your heart, reduce inflammation,  and may promote weight loss. PURPLE CARROT HUMMUS 1 pound purple carrots, 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup carrot juice, 1/4 cup chunky peanut butter, 1/2 cup sesame paste, 2 garlic cloves,…

TOAST

This toast looks like any other stuffed french toast, the secret is what’s inside and on top! STUFFED FRENCH TOAST 8-slices (2-inch) egg bread, 16-ounces whipped cream cheese, 10-ounces orange marmalade, 6 beaten eggs, 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, 1 tablespoon orange liqueur, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 4 cups…

DIVISIONAL PLAYOFF FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL

Are you ready for some football?  This weekend is the Divisional Playoffs. These are my predictions.  Saturday 01/11 Vikings vs. 49ers. The Vikings stole the game from the Saints with an offensive pass interference call in overtime not being called.  I am going into this game with tight jaws screaming get em Garoppolo. The 49ers…

MACAROON COOKIES

  These were my Daddy’s favorite cookies.  If you like macaroon cookies, this recipe is easy and delicious and will become one of your favorites too.  If you have a chocolate lover in the house, add a milk or dark chocolate candy kiss to the center after they have cooled slightly. MACAROON COOKIES 2 (…

BBQ TROTTERS

BBQ TROTTERS 4 pig feet, 2 green onions, chopped, 1 medium white onion, chopped, 1 celery stalk, chopped, 2 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon Worchester sauce, 1 tablespoon crushed red peppers flakes, 2 tablespoons seasoning salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, 2 tablespoons granulated garlic, 1/2 – 3/4 cups water Have the butcher cut the feet in…

MOUTHWATERING PACOIMA RED POZOLE

  It’s time to cook comfort food.  The perfect dish to serve on a cold day is Red Pozole (pronounced poh-soh-lay). Serve with warm flour tortillas, garnish with shredded cabbage, shredded lettuce, avocado slices, sliced radishes, cilantro, tomatoes, crumbled cheese, and a dollop of sour cream.  Has your mouth started to water…well it will! 2…

WATERGATE SALAD

  No copyright infringement is intended this image is from I Heart Naptime With everything going on with  Trump, I felt compelled to post “WATERGATE SALAD.”  Here are the ingredients I call them the eyewitnesses. 1 (3.4 oz.) package pistachio instant pudding mix,  1 (20 oz.) can crushed pineapple, 1 cup miniature marshmallows, 3/4 cup…