Y’all, July 4th is exactly one week from today! How is it almost July?! Well, I’ve got the very BEST recipe for you to make for your family & friends — Dr. Pepper Spicy Pulled Pork Sliders!
Biscuit Strawberry Shortcake is about as CLASSIC as it gets for an iconic Southern summer dessert y’all! I knew it had to be in my line-up of desserts to feature this summer. It’s not only beautiful but also super refreshing! I love the combination of a sweet biscuit, freshly whipped cream, and sweet strawberries. The flavors literally explode in your mouth!
Let me introduce y’all to one of the FUNNEST desserts of all time — Lucky Charms Rice Krispie Treats! Not going to lie, these treats bring me straight back to 1st grade when I would bring one to school every single day for snack time. It was always a toss-up between a Rice Krispie Treat or the unforgettable Handi-Snacks Crackers & Spreadable Cheese Dip. Those were the days lol!
I’m so excited to introduce y’all to a super colorful, fun, and delicious salad that can be served several different ways — Crawfish Confetti Salad! It’s beyond perfect for summer and can be served by itself, as a garnish on top of baked fish, or as a salsa dip with tortilla chips.
Y’all — this Sour Cream Pound Cake with Cream Cheese Icing is EVERYTHING!! I grew up eating sour cream pound cake all the time, and my mom always got it from our favorite little bakery back in Texas. She still gets to this day & it continues to be one of my all-time favorite desserts. Want to know what makes this cake extra special?! Cream cheese icing! The creamy sweet frosting with a little tang is the PERFECT match for this moist bundt cake.
The first time I tried a homemade pop-tart was a couple of years ago when we were visiting Washington D.C. It was SO. DANG. GOOD. and I knew it was something that I needed to add to my recipe repertoire ASAP!
Pimento cheese is truly a Southern staple. When we moved to Mississippi it seemed like I found it on every restaurant’s menu in some form or fashion. Whether it was by itself as an appetizer or a pimento cheese grilled cheese. One of the things that I think makes the Deep South so special is all of the traditions, especially around food.
Are you looking for the perfect dessert to make this weekend for Memorial Day?! Look no further y’all, Salted Caramel Banana Pudding is guaranteed to be a HUGE hit! I mean I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who doesn’t love banana pudding. Add in salted caramel and it might as well be straight from heaven above. 😉
One of the things I’ve missed the most during COVID-19 is eating at my favorite local restaurants. And I especially miss going out to lunch with my girlfriends! My favorite spot for lunch in Jackson is Crazy Cat — they have everything from strawberry salad, to daily quiche specials, and always the BEST dessert options. My go-to order is their Ham & Asparagus Quiche with a strawberry salad. I’ve been missing it so much I decided to create my own recipe at home and it is DELICIOUS y’all!
Thinking about our baby girl’s nursery has definitely lifted my spirits during COVID-19. I am so so thankful to have an exciting project to work on and look forward too! I’ve found lots of inspiration on Pinterest & have put together my own inspiration board. One of my favorite interior design tips is to mix old with new! Since all of the furniture will be brand new, I’m going to add in some antique botanical prints, an Italian tole chandelier that I bought years ago, and blanc de chine lamp.