In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Homestyle Green Beans and New Potatoes. These green beans and potatoes are a staple of Southern cooking. This is a lighter version of typical Southern green beans that I think you will enjoy. Ingredients: 1 pound green beans, washed and broken into pieces about 1-inch long 1 pound small new potatoes (I used Red Pontiac variety.) 2 tablespoons vegetable…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a gorgeous and healthy Black Eyed Pea Salad. It is a great, light summertime delight that you will enjoy whether you are watching your calories or not! Ingredients: (2) 15-oz. cans black eyed peas, drained and rinsed (You may cook an equivalent amount of dry black eyed peas, according to package instructions, if you prefer.) 2 cups chopped Roma tomatoe…
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Bon Appetit, Y'all: Recipes and Stories from Three Generations of Southern CookingBefore she attended the prestigious French cooking school École de Cuisine La Varenne, Virginia Willis had been shelling butterbeans alongside her mo... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a colorful and delicious Mung Bean Sprout Salad. An arrangement of fresh spinach, cucumber and radish slices, chick peas, and sliced ripe olives is covered with crisp, fresh mung bean sprouts. With a little oil-free Balsamic Raspberry Vinaigrette Salad Dressing drizzled over the top, this salad is nutritious and is perfect for those of your who are wat…
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Magnolias Southern CuisineSince it opened in 1990, Magnolias has been called "perhaps the city's most celebrated restaurant," by Southern Living and "the place to dine" by Char... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Balsamic Raspberry Vinaigrette Salad Dressing. This salad dressing is tangy, with just a hint of raspberry flavor. You will enjoy it on fresh salad greens! Ingredients: ½ cup white balsamic raspberry vinegar (You may use any flavored vinegar.) ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 4 teaspoons sugar 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoon…
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Southern Living 1996 Annual Recipes (Southern Living Annual Recipes)With nearly 1,000 recipes, this book makes sure cooks will never be short on serving ideas. Every recipe which appeared in Southern Living magazine du... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a refreshing Hearts of Palm Salad. This is great for dieters, and is a nice dish for everyone during the summer??”as well as the rest of the year! Ingredients: ½ cup lighter flavor olive oil ½ cup white wine vinegar ½ cup finely chopped celery ¼ cup finely chopped pimiento or red bell pepper ¼ cup finely chopped onion ¼ cup dill pickle relish 2 t…
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Southern Living: 1997 Annual Recipes (Southern Living Annual Recipes)Imagine a year's worth of the best recipes from "Southern Living" magazine all in one cookbook--nearly 1,000 recipes, as well as every menu and kitche... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Cream of Broccoli Soup. This is one of the items that I ordered when Rick and I had lunch recently at The Glitz restaurant in Nonesuch, Kentucky. This is my own recipe, but I have made it very low in fat and calories??”and it tastes very much like the restaurant style Cream of Broccoli Soup! Ingredients: 10-oz. package frozen chopped broccoli 10 ¾-oz….
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Bon Appetit, Y'all: Recipes and Stories from Three Generations of Southern CookingBefore she attended the prestigious French cooking school École de Cuisine La Varenne, Virginia Willis had been shelling butterbeans alongside her mo... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Baked Chicken Tenders with Dipping Sauce. This is a low fat alternative to fried chicken tenders, but the chicken is still crispy, crunchy, and tasty! Ingredients: 1 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken tenders salt, to taste ground black pepper, to taste 3 egg whites, beaten until frothy 2 cups panko bread crumbs ½ cup fat-free or light Italian sal…
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Pig: King of the Southern TableA nose-to-tail guide to the very best Southern pork recipes, from award-winning food writer James Villas Though beef, poultry, and fish all ... Read More >
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Pig: King of the Southern TableA nose-to-tail guide to the very best Southern pork recipes, from award-winning food writer James Villas Though beef, poultry, and fish all ... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a beautiful and delectable Saucy Party Dip. Its great for a sports party, for an appetizer, or just for snacking! Ingredients: 8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature 2 tablespoons milk 1/3 cup bottled French dressing 2 tablespoons tomato ketchup 2 teaspoons grated onion ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ¼ teaspoon garlic salt Gradually add 2…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make Company Coleslaw. This version of coleslaw is quick and easy, but it gives dramatic results. You may use fresh shredded cabbage (or pre-packaged), add some mayonnaise, crushed pineapple, and marshmallows, and you have a delicious coleslaw worthy of serving to company! Ingredients: 4 cups shredded cabbage (I used pre-packaged shredded cabbage that had s…
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Frank Stitt's Southern Table: Recipes and Gracious Traditions from Highlands Bar and GrillR. W. Apple, Jr., of The New York Times credits third-generation Alabamian Frank Stitt with turning Birmingham into a "sophisticated, easygoing showpl... Read More >
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