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Calico Beans

Calico Beans

photo by KellyK
Here’s another awesome recipe to make and bring to an outdoor bbq party! It’s called Calico Beans. This recipe has been handed down from my family. It was a staple dish at all our family reunions and wedding receptions. You can cook it in a slow cooker. The one I […]

Crab Cakes with Orange Marmalade Sauce

crab cakes

photo by m500
I must admit I’d never thought of mixing orange marmalade and seafood, but the combination goes perfectly together. This is one of the first recipes that got me started cooking. I owe it all to my friend Shanna for this one. Although after she taught me this recipe I […]

Mom’s Apple Crumb Pie

apple crumb pie

photo by greggoconnell
You have not had apple pie until you’ve tried apple crumb pie! This is one of my favorite dessert recipes handed down from my family. We serve the pie with a nice healthy chunk of aged sharp cheese and a large scoop of vanilla ice cream. I did some […]

Spider’s Chili and Cornbread

Chili and Cornbread

photo by bucklava
What better dish to make on a cold winter night than chili and cornbread. This recipe was handed down from my father. He ads a special touch by adding 1 12 oz. can of beer! Remember to serve the chili with your favorite toppings. I especially like to top […]

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