meatloaf with a tomato beef sauce

My husband and I ate at this little Inn in California and asked what was in the meatloaf. I experimented on my own and came up with this recipe. I made up the sauce on my own and added it to the meatloaf. Blue Ribbon Recipe This is a basic meatloaf recipe just like mom … Read more

sweet alabama pecan bread

My soon to be sister in law gave me the base of this pecan bread recipe and I changed some things with it and we like it more after the changes. Blue Ribbon Recipe Have this Alabama pecan bread alongside a cup of coffee for quite the treat. They taste like blondies with pecans. Soft, … Read more

key lime pound cake

This is my mother’s recipe for Key Lime Pound Cake that was a staple in our house every Easter and throughout the summer. Moist, dense, and delicious!, I hope you enjoy it! Blue Ribbon Recipe This key lime pound cake will take you to The Keys. It’s a tender and moist pound cake. Refreshing, the … Read more

blue ribbon red potato salad

I came across a red potato salad recipe about 8 years ago. Since that time, I messed with it until I found what I think is the most delicious potato salad ever made. My family loves it, and I hope yours will too. Blue Ribbon Recipe After chilling overnight, this red potato salad is so … Read more

butterscotch pie

When I was young, my mother owned a restaurant and this was one of the delicious pies that we served. Blue Ribbon Recipe One bite of this butterscotch pie, and we could see why Karen’s mom served it at her restaurant. It’s creamy and smooth with a slight butterscotch flavor. The filling isn’t too sweet … Read more

my mom’s flaky pie crust

It doesn’t matter where my mom takes one of her pies, she receives compliments on her light flaky pie crusts. You never see the crust still sitting on the plate when someone eats a slice of her pie! This is a versatile crust recipe and can be used for more than just pies. When I … Read more

virginia’s molasses cookies- recipe 100 years old

My grandmother, Virginia, was a culinary instructor until her passing at over 100 years. This recipe was one of her signatures and remains a family favorite four generations later. Hope they become one of your family’s favorites, too! Blue Ribbon Recipe This is a delicious, basic old-fashioned molasses cookie. It has the perfect balance of … Read more

Apple Fritters!!!

Our apple pies made with cake mix mixed with juicy apples are the best homemade treat! A sweet glaze sends these pies over the top and may even remind you of a stuffed funnel cake. But the best of course! Which part is best? You can have this adorable apple pie in front of you … Read more