This old-time macaroni salad is the kind folks have been making in Appalachian kitchens for generations, using what was on hand and stretching it to feed a table full of family. It’s simple, creamy, and just a little sweet — the sort of side dish that showed up…
When I was in college I loved going to a little local deli down the street from campus. I always ordered their tuna melt with little bites of Granny Smith apple mixed it. Since moving away after college I often daydreamed about those sandwiches. I finally decided it…
Planting sunchokes is an excellent way to add edible beauty to your garden this year. What Are Sunchokes? Sunchokes, also known as Jerusalem Artichokes, are an excellent survival crop to add to your garden. They are beautiful sunflowers that add a pop of color while growing from edible…
My mom used to make these salmon patties all the time when I was a kid, and they were always a simple, satisfying dinner. With the cost of groceries steadily increasing, I was excited to bring this affordable classic back into our meal rotation. Made with pantry staples…
This Instant Pot white chicken chili is a super easy weeknight recipe for cozy nights in. This Instant Pot one-pot dump recipe uses pantry staples and works perfectly for busy nights when you need a hearty meal. Just as importantly, this budget-friendly meal is easy on the wallet…
Hoppin’ John is a traditional Southern food that is versatile and budget friendly. Serve this Hoppin’ John as a side dish with pork chops, fried chicken, or fried fish. In our house, however, we enjoy Hoppin’ John as a hearty cold-weather entrée with a side of cornbread. This…
When the holidays roll around, it’s easy to feel the pressure to spend more than you planned—especially when you want your gifts to feel meaningful and special. That’s where handmade Christmas gifts really shine. There’s just something about giving (and receiving) something made with care that store-bought gifts…
This vintage recipe for pumpkin cookies produces a soft and tender cookie with the sweet, subtle flavor of pumpkin spice. They’re the kind of cookies that instantly feel like fall — the ones you want to bake as soon as the leaves start turning and the mornings get…
My favorite part of the holiday season has always been baking. I remember my mom always going overboard to make baked goods for friends and neighbors every Christmas when I was a kid. Helping her in the kitchen as the smell of sweet treats permeated the house is…
There’s a certain kind of magic wrapped up in Christmas traditions, the kind that sneaks up on you in the form of familiar smells, well-worn recipe cards, and the soft hum of memories that stretch across generations. This vintage walnut fudge is one of ours. The recipe started…
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