Kid friendly American boil recipes

Three Cheese Baked Macaroni & Cheese

This recipe by far is my family's favorite mac 'n cheese. They make a meal out of it with a side salad. True…

Grandma Dee Dee's Deviled Eggs

This is my best attempt at re-creating my Grandma Dee Dee's summertime favorite, deviled eggs. This is one of those foods that I grew up with, and…

Caramel Pudding

The Amish call it caramel pudding but most people call it butterscotch pudding.

Blue Cheese Potato Salad

This is a perfect accompaniment to burgers and sandwiches served at picnics/BBQ's. Best part, it can be prepared ahead.

Pork and Hominy Chili

Roasted Garlic & White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes

This is both very flavorful and versatile, pairing with red meat dishes and fowl. If you cannot obtain…

Rhubarb-Strawberry Jam

The fresh navel orange juice gave this jam just the right amount of pop.

Cranberries with Jezebel Sauce

If you don't care for the tart tang of cranberries - try this. My dear friend, Gail, serves this dish her way frequently and everyone likes it…

Carolina Coast Shirmp Bog

A bog (unlike a pilau) is any stew that includes wet, soggy rice. This recipe was adapted from one of my favorite cookbooks, Stews, Bogs, and…

Pork & Corn Chili

Most Southwestern chilis include pinto or black beans. However, this is a true Indian chili with corn instead of beans, and it is a great example…

Creamed chicken over mashed potatoes

This is a simple recipe that makes for great comfort food.

Crockpot Chicken Tortilla Soup

An easy, reliable and tasty version of chicken tortilla soup. Just put it all in the crockpot and turn it on. Perfect for a big family like ours!

Stuffed Pepper Soup

We love this soup served with a little grated white cheddar on top and some good crusty bread! Even my 6yr old loves this soup, he likes to scoop…