Atlantic Beach Pie

Atlantic Beach Pie

This fabulous pie is a twist on the traditional North Carolina lemon pie served up and down the Atlantic coast. This version was created by Bill Smith of Crook’s Corner in Chapel Hill, N. Carolina. The original is served with coarse sea salt on top! The crust is...
Shrimp Fried Rice

Shrimp Fried Rice

I LOVE fried rice. I know that technically it’s a side dish, but I often serve it as the entree. Add a salad and cook some frozen egg rolls and it makes a fantastic meal. There are a couple of important things to know when making fried rice. First: The rice...
Saanya’s Masala Omelet

Saanya’s Masala Omelet

I LOVE Indian food. But I had never had it for breakfast. That is until, one fine morning, my daughter-in-law Saanya asked if I would like an omelet? And would I like a “regular” one or a Masala omelet? What kind of question is that? So…I watched...
Mini Empanadas

Mini Empanadas

Who doesn’t LOVE empanadas? Make them with ground turkey and wonton wrappers and they are actually lo-fat and lo-calorie! Make a bunch and keep them in the fridge for lunch or snacks! These are also a great side dish with any Mexican entree. Serve with...
Arkansas Possum Pie

Arkansas Possum Pie

Who knew Arkansas was holding out on us?!!! Four layers of crazy delicious! A crust with butter, brown sugar and pecans…then a cream cheese layer, a chocolate pudding layer and topped with whipped cream and more chocolate! And why is it called “Possum...