In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her Sumptuous Steak Parmesan. This lovely entrée is made by browning tenderized sirloin steak, spreading it with Italian Sauce, and baking it in the oven. It is then topped off with shredded Parmesan cheese. Delicious! ½ cup dry bread crumbs ½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese, divided 1 large egg, well beaten 1 tablespoon water 1/8 teaspoon fresh…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her sister’s luscious Lasagna. Made of lasagna noodles, layered with meat sauce and a variety of Italian cheeses, this is an easy and great-tasting lasagna! Ingredients: 6 lasagna noodles 1 pound lean ground beef 32-oz. jar spaghetti sauce (I used Prego “Italian sauce.”) 3 cups shredded pizza cheese–mozzarella and provolone (I buy this mixture already…
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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 Grilled Chicken Breasts with Country Ham and Swiss Cheese. These chicken breasts are grilled on an outdoor grill, and when done they are topped with a thin slice of country ham and a sprinkling of Swiss cheese. They are very tasty! 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 4 slices of country ham, trimmed of fat (You may use prosciutto or another type of cu…
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her “Stick-to-Your-Ribs” Sausage Casserole. Layered with herb-flavored croutons, shredded Cheddar cheese, browned pork sausage, and a mixture of eggs, milk, cream of mushroom soup, and canned mushrooms, this is a hearty breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Ingredients: 2 ½ cups herb-seasoned croutons or stuffing mix 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese 2 pounds por…
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Adventures in New Kentucky Cooking with The Bluegrass PeasantBourbon, country ham, spicebush berries, pawpaws, grits and sweet potatoes are just some of the traditional Bluegrass ingredients that make frequent a... Read More >
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In this video, Betty describes how to make an Exquisite Chefs Salad. This recipe uses the Baked Flour Tortilla Cups and the Homemade Russian Dressing from my two previous uploads, and it also include fresh, green shredded lettuce, ham strips, turkey strips, Swiss cheese, hard-boiled eggs, and Roma tomatoes. It is presented in exquisite style! Ingredients (Use the amount you need to make the number…
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Adventures in New Kentucky Cooking with The Bluegrass PeasantBourbon, country ham, spicebush berries, pawpaws, grits and sweet potatoes are just some of the traditional Bluegrass ingredients that make frequent a... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make a Baked Potato with Taco Topping. This recipe is for 4 large baking potatoes, but you can make fewer, and save the remaining topping for tacos! Ingredients: 4 large baking potatoes Cooking oil spray sea salt, to taste 1 pound lean ground beef ½ cup chopped onion ¾ cup water 1 ½-oz. package taco seasoning mix 1 cup taco sauce 1 cup shredder pepper ja…
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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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The Heritage of Southern Cooking: An Inspired Tour of Southern Cuisine Including Regional Specialties, Heirloom Favorites, and Original DishesIn this paperback edition of a classic cookbook, one of the South's foremost cooking authorities assembles more than 150 down-home dishes inspired by ... Read More >
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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make her Tasty Mexican Tostadas. These are crisp tortilla shells, topped with refried beans, a spicy Mexican-style sauce, shredded Cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce, and chopped tomatoes. It is a great party food??”you might want to consider serving it at a game day party! It is also an appealing and hearty meal, but it is easily put together and easily serv…
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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 heartwarming Italian Sausage Hoagies. They are made of browned Italian sausage slices, mixed with sautéed green and red peppers and onion, placed in hollowed out bolillo buns that are toasted and spread with mayonnaise and Italian sauce. They are quick and easy to make, and this recipe will make a lot of them! These hoagies will warm your tummy and al…
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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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In this video, Betty demonstrates how to make beautiful and tasty Baked Potato Fans. These are whole baking potatoes that have been peeled and cut into slices (almost to the bottom), then drizzled with butter, sprinkled with salt, topped with a glorious blend of herbs and cheeses and baked in the oven. They make a great accompaniment to almost any meal! Note: I made just 2 of these potatoes for de…
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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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