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Cooking With Paula Deen 2016-03-04
Cooking With Paula Deen 2016-03-04
EASY, PRETTY
DESSERTS
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Spring Recipes
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FOOD
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47 SIMPLE
SLOW COOKER
King ranch chicken
GOLDEN 30
GOODNESS PAULAS WEEKLY FIVE
Quick options for
weeknight meals
65 67
BOBBY
LIGHTENS IT UP
Salad dressings
69
JAMIES
FAMILY TABLE
Easy hash dinners
LIVING
69
13
QUICK FIXES
Organizing with cake
pedestals
25
WITH GINNY
Dressed-up candy jars
65
77 AROUND THE TABLE
Spring centerpieces
71
TRAVEL
Myrtle Beach, South
Carolina
F E AT U R E S 75
TEN TO TRY
37 53 59 Pimiento cheese
EASTER IN BLOOM RAISING THE SALAD BAR WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU IN EVERY ISSUE
Deviled eggs, pork, biscuits, Enjoy these main-dish LEMONS (AND LIMES) 5 Hey Y'all
and more create this salads dressed with the No sweet tooth is required 9 Fun Food Facts
beautiful holiday meal. best spring produce. for these zesty desserts. 11 Paula's Picks
77 Five & Dime
79 Recipe Index
81 Somethin Sweet
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HEY A Note from Paula b
YALL
Hello, Spring!
A NEW SEASON IS HERE, Y'ALL! he
days are longer, the weather is warmer,
and Mother Nature is showing us all her
beautiful colors again. It's so fun to get back
into my garden to see all the pretty plants
blooming and growing.
he rst owers of the season are the
inspiration for my Easter meal this year. I
like to set up the dining table on one of my
side porches so my family and I can enjoy
the outdoors. Next, I'll create centerpieces
using pastel blue, pink, and purple blooms
and set the table in cute patterned dishes
with soft greens and yellows. It all looks
so good with my classic menu of an easy
roasted pork loin, spring vegetables, and
biscuits, plus a fabulous strawberry cake for
dessert. Check out all the details starting
on page 37, and for more Easter fun, turn to
page 25 for a cute craft that kids will love.
You'll nd the colors and avors of spring
throughout this issue. I use bright lemons
and limes to whip up some wonderful cakes,
cookies, and more on page 59, and golden
honey is the star ingredient of the sweet
and savory recipes you'll nd beginning on
page 47. Hearty main-dish salads with the
freshest spring produce are on page 53, and
the sweet orange curd on page 81 turns a
simple dessert into a special treat. And for
your bridal and baby showers this season,
serve up the fruity, pretty-in-pink punch
found on page 77.
I'm also highlighting some favorite Deen
family foods in this issue: Bobby lightens up
the creamy salad dressings that he loved as a
kid on page 67; Jamie cooks up hearty hash-
brown meals for any time of day on page 69;
and you can't miss my favorite places to nd
Paula Deen
Deens
s
pimiento cheese on page 75.
Best Desserts
Delicious Recipes for Every Occasion Head outdoors to find a sunny spot in
For even more of my best spring cakes,
the fresh spring air and enjoy this issue
cobblers, and other treats, don't miss my
that celebrates the best of the season. Have
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SPRING FESTIVALS
Crawsh lovers come together each
year for the Annual Louisiana Crawsh
Festival, March 31April 3, 2016, in
Chalmette,
Louisiana.
The four-day,
family-friendly
event was founded in
WHITE HOUSE EASTER EGG ROLL 1975 and celebrates
MARCH 28 Did you know the
the beloved bayou
mudbug. Attendees
Each year the annual White House Easter average American
enjoy a wide variety of
Egg Roll is hosted on the south lawn of eats about 250 eggs
crawsh dishes, traditional
the presidential estate. Its the largest a year? The United
Cajun musical acts, art and
event hosted at the White House, and States boasts a total
crafting events, and carnival
more than 35,000 attendees from all annual consumption
rides. Visit louisianacrawish
over the United States participated in of 76.5 billion eggs
festival.com for details.
2015. Children receive a commemorative annually. Whether
youre a fan of fried
egg and participate in the egg roll, egg To indulge in all things strawberry, head
eggs, deviled eggs,
hunt, culinary demonstrations, tness to the 81st annual Florida Strawberry
or any other way,
challenges, live entertainment, and Festival in Plant City, Florida, March
eggs are an excellent
storytelling. he 2016 White House 313, 2016. Festivities include plenty of
source of vitamin D
Easter Egg Roll will be March 28. strawberry shortcake and other berry
and protein.
Visit whitehouse.gov/eastereggroll for creations, educational exhibitions,
arts and crafts, live entertainment,
information on how to enter the lottery
parades, and much more. Visit
for an invitation and a schedule of events.
lstrawberryfestival.com for details.
Photo courtesy of Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden.
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PRESENTATION IS EVERYTHING to
Paula. She simply has the knack for making
things look pretty, not only when she is
cooking, but also around her home and
when it comes time for entertaining with her
family and friends. Here she gives you three
ideas on how to use cake pedestals in some
unique ways. hey create fun vingettes on
tablescapes by lifting items up and creating
more space on the table surface. You can also
take this same concept into just about any
room in your home to declutter and organize
countertops and your bathroom vanity.
Gather up your pedestals, and see what you
can do with them.
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a SIMPLE SLOW COOKER b
Casserole Conversion
FULL OF BOLD TEX-MEX FLAVORS, THIS FAVORITE SOUTHERN POTLUCK
CASSEROLE GETS A MAKEOVER FOR YOUR SLOW COOKER.
SLOW-COOKER
KING RANCH CHICKEN
Makes about 6 servings
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A DV E RT I S E M E N T
FOOD IS A PASSION
IN LOUISIANA.
MORNING CAF AU LAIT PAIRED WITH FLUFFY,
SUGARED BEIGNETS MAKE WAY FOR SIMMERING
DARK ROUX AND THE SIZZLE OF THE HOLY TRINITY
OF ONION, CELERY AND BELL PEPPER.
L ouisiana T ravel.com /C ulinary
PRAIRIE HOME COOKING
A TRIP TO LOUISIANA'S
PRAIRIE COUNTRY
GIVES VISITORS A
UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE
ON CAJUN CUISINE.
WITH ITS MOM AND POP
SHOPS AND QUAINT,
HISTORIC DOWNTOWNS,
THERE'S SOMETHING
FOR EVERYONE ON
THE PRAIRIE HOME
COOKING TRAIL.
C H E F C HAT
FOOD
FESTIVALS
JUNE 24 25
Smoked Meat Festival
Ville Platte
JUNE 23 25
Beauregard Watermelon Festival
DeRidder
BOUCHERIE AND
cant miss bites
3
COCHON DE LAIT
Some of the most unique and legendary culinary
traditions in the Prairie Home Cooking region revolve
A N D W H E R E TO G E T T H E M
around the thrity Cajun use of the whole hog.
During a Cajun cochon de lait (coo-SHAWN-duh-
LAY), neighbors and friends gather to pass a good time SWEET DOUGH PIES
while roasting a whole suckling pig on an open, outdoor The Kitchen Shop, Grand Coteau
ire. he large amount of meat yielded, not to mention CAJUN GIRL PO-BOY
the time and efort that go into the cooking process, Crawsh House and Grill, Opelousas
necessitate a large gathering of folks to eat, dance and
celebrate. Its not uncommon to see Cajun musicians BOUDIN AND CRACKLINS
Bourques Superstore, Port Barre
charming the happy crowd while lucky children feast
on fresh cracklins. he tradition is still celebrated at the
Mansura Cochon de Lait Festival, held annually during
the second weekend in May.
Traditional Cajun boucherie (BOO-sure-EE) began
as a collaborative efort between neighbors and friends
to preserve every part of a hog in the days before
refrigeration. Andouille, chaurice and countless other
products are hastily prepared, and no cut is squandered.
Today, youll ind these community events in rural parts
LIVE MUSIC
of the Prairie Home Cooking Trail, as well as in pop-up
demonstrations and feasts like those hosted by Lche
Pas Boucherie et Cuisine.
WHERE FA
ARMLAND MEETS THE GULF
Situated in a bountiful stretch of the state where the lush farmland of the
RICE prairie region meets the fertile banks of countless waterways, the Seafood
Southwest Louisiana is also home to a thriving Sensation Trail is home to lakes, bayous and the Gulf of Mexico producing a
rice industry with more than 500,000 acres foundation for the regions famous cuisine.
of prime rice-producing land. Crowley, From roadside joints to ine dining restaurants, diners will ind chefs
nicknamed The Rice Capital of America, working with local products to create culinary masterpieces, as theyve been
contains several rice mills that produce popular doing for centuries.
brands such as Cajun County Rice, Toro and While winding along the Trail, take advantage of the areas plentiful seafood
Jackpot. oferings and plan according to the season. During the spring months, get your
ill of spicy crawish either boiled, fried or in toufe. Enjoy fresh shrimp year
round and delicate crabmeat in the warm summer months. Oysters abound,
and are perfect raw, grilled, baked or charbroiled.
A DV E RT I S E M E N T
C H E F C HAT
A N D W H E R E TO G E T T H E M
GOURMET HOT DOGS
Botskys, Lake Charles
B
BOUDIN BALLS
B&O Grocery, Sulphur
SHRIMP AND CRAB GUMBO
Seafood Palace, Lake Charles
A DV E RT I S E M E N T
LOCAL FLAVORS
Boudin he Seafood Sensation Culinary Bayou Rum With no shortage of quality
Trail is also home to world-class purveyors sugar cane, the Seafood Sensation Trail is
of the pork and rice sausage southwest home to Louisiana Spirits, producers of
FOOD
Louisiana is famous for. Boudin shops Bayou Rum. he distillery is open daily
are seemingly everywhere, and boudin for tours and samples in the tasting room
masters in these parts are known to round out the experience.
experiment with new twists on this classic Crawfish Some of the most plentiful
Cajun staple. FESTIVALS
crawish ponds are located in southwest
Oysters Along Bayou Vermilion, one of Louisiana. hese crustaceans are delicious MAY 19 21
Abbevilles famous oyster restaurants has inside savory pies, smothered on top of Starks Mayhaw Festival
been serving as a tourist destination for rice or stuffed inside a laky pistolette but Starks
more than a century. Dupuys Oyster Shop nothing beats the lavor and fun of boiled
JULY 15 17
was originally opened by Joseph Dupuy, crawish. Cajun French Music
who, in 1869, began harvesting oysters in During the spring months, crawish & Food Festival
nearby Diamond Reef and selling them for are plentiful and restaurants throughout Lake Charles
ive cents a dozen. the Seafood Sensation Trail offer platters
AUG. 25 28
Shrimp Local shrimpers have long touted of boiled crawish by the pound. Hawks in Gueydan Duck Festival
the sweet taste of white shrimp harvested Rayne features world-renowned crawish, Gueydan
in the Vermilion Bay area. he brackish while Cajun Claws in Abbeville specializes
waters of the bay, bayous and marshes in a perfect blend of spices. he average
create the perfect environment for shrimp diner could start off eating two to ive
to thrive. he delicate lavor and size pounds, while a native Cajun might order
of these shrimp make them perfect for ten pounds!
gumbos, fettuccini, poboys and more.
TH u al
6 Southern
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Cajun
Louisiana
Woodstock
benetting St. Jude Hospital 2016
Entertainment Carnival
Food Fun Auction
Poker Run on Sunday
BROWNED BUTTER
PECAN ROLLS
PAGE 110
Sweet Re-purpose
THIS FUN CRAFT HAS GIVEN ME A NEW REASON
FOR RECYCLING SMALL GLASS JARS.
I AM NOT SURE where I rst saw this cute idea, but I do know that
I no longer throw away any small glass jars in the kitchen when I am
cooking. My grandsons love to make these cute jars with me to share
with their friends, and we do them by the dozen. Youll never look at
a pickle or jam jar the same way again once youve up-cycled it into a
miniature candy jar. And, if you are in a season of feeding little babies,
well, those jars are a great size, too.
1
Start with a clean, dry jar. Any small jar
will do (we used jelly and relish jars).
2
Spray-paint the lids of the jars with a few
coats of paint. Let dry in between coats.
Next, super-glue a small animal igurine to
the center of the lid, and let dry.
3
Spray-paint the attached igurine, and let dry. Fill
jar with your favorite springtime candies.
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CROSS WEEKNIGHT MEAL PLANNING OFF YOUR TO-DO LIST WITH THESE FIVE DINNERS THAT CAN
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Creamy
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HAM AND ASPARAGUS POT PIE loosen biscuits with a spatula (biscuits will
not be fully baked).
Makes 6 servings
3. Meanwhile, in a small Dutch oven,
6 frozen aky biscuits* melt butter over medium-high heat. Add
cup butter asparagus and carrots; cook, stirring
2 cups (1-inch pieces) fresh asparagus occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, KITCHEN TIP
1 cup thinly sliced carrots about 3 minutes.
Partially baking
cup all-purpose our 4. In a small bowl, whisk together our, salt, the biscuits before
1 teaspoon kosher salt thyme, onion powder, and pepper; whisk in adding them to
teaspoon dried thyme cup chicken broth until smooth. Whisk our the pot pie ensures
teaspoon onion powder mixture, cream, and remaining 2 cups broth they cook evenly
teaspoon ground black pepper into vegetables, and bring to a boil, stirring and dont develop a
3 cups chicken broth, divided constantly. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring soggy bottom.
1 cup heavy whipping cream constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
4 cups chopped ham Stir in ham. Pour mixture into prepared baking
dish, and top with partially baked biscuits.
1. Preheat oven to 375. Spray a shallow 5. Bake until lling is hot and bubbly and
3-quart baking dish with cooking spray. Line biscuits are golden brown, about 12 minutes.
a small baking sheet with parchment paper. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
2. Place biscuits on prepared baking sheet,
and bake until bottoms are lightly browned, *We used Pillsbury Grands! Frozen Flaky
about 8 minutes. Remove from oven, and Biscuits.
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a PAULA'S WEEKLY 5 b
fri.
Pork Chops
with Arugula
Pecan Pesto
and Potatoes
PORK CHOPS WITH ARUGULA cup olive oil in a slow, steady stream until
PECAN PESTO AND POTATOES well combined; add lemon juice. Transfer to a
small bowl, cover, and refrigerate.
Makes 4 servings
3. On prepared baking sheet, toss together
1 (4-ounce) bag fresh arugula potatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, teaspoon
cup toasted pecans salt, and teaspoon pepper; arrange in a
KITCHEN TIP single layer.
cup grated Parmesan cheese
Arugula gives a nice 1 small clove garlic 4. Bake for 10 minutes.
peppery bite to the 2 teaspoons salt, divided 5. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat
pesto. Replace half 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil over
the arugula with 2
3 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided medium-high heat. Sprinkle pork chops with
spinach if you prefer 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice remaining 1 teaspoon salt and remaining
a milder avor.
1 pound red new potatoes, quartered teaspoon pepper. Add 2 pork chops to
4 (-inch-thick) bone-in pork chops skillet, and cook until browned, about
2 minutes per side. Remove potatoes from
1. Preheat oven to 400. Spray a large rimmed oven, and add pork chops to baking sheet.
baking sheet with cooking spray. Repeat procedure with remaining pork chops.
2. In the container of a blender, pulse 6. Bake until a meat thermometer inserted in
together arugula, pecans, cheese, garlic, thickest portion of pork chops registers 145
teaspoon salt, and teaspoon pepper until and potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
nely chopped. With blender running, add Serve with arugula pesto.
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WEEKLY 5 SHOPPING LIST
This shopping list contains all the ingredients and their amounts that you need to prepare all the meals in
Paulas Weekly Five. Before you go shopping, check your fridge and pantry to see what ingredients you already
have on hand. Keeping a well-stocked pantry enables you to prepare meals faster and shop more eficiently.
For a list of Paulas pantry basics, visit cookingwithpauladeen.com, and click on Web Extras.
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E IN BLOOM
Budding owers, a tabletop adorned in pastels, strawberry cake, and
the laughter of her grandchildren hunting eggs in the yard are the things
Paula enjoys most about Easter. Gather your loved ones for a celebratory
Easter meal, and cherish your own familys special moments.
Photography by KITTY DORR, MAC JAMIESON,
AND STEPHANIE WELBOURNE
Recipe Development and Food Styling by ALLENE ARNOLD
AND MARY-CLAIRE BRITTON Styling by LUCY FINNEY
With its vibrant floral arrangements and layered vintage
dishware in soft pastels and assorted shapes and patterns,
this tablescape reflects the airy, fresh colors of spring.
Small brass bunnies nestle up to the centerpiece, and
dainty eggcups holding decoupage eggs are little details
that really bring the festive space together. Finish with
casual flatware and linens to keep the setting comfortable
for everyone to enjoy.
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Recipes
ALMONDBASIL DEVILED EGGS teaspoon ground black Roll dough to -inch thickness. Using
pepper a 2-inch round cutter, cut dough, and
Makes 24
cup extra-virgin olive oil place on prepared pan, gently rerolling
12 large eggs 2 heads Bibb lettuce, trimmed scraps to use all dough.
cup sour cream 1 (8-ounce) package rainbow baby 4. Bake until lightly browned, about
cup mayonnaise carrots, quartered lengthwise 12 minutes. Serve immediately.
2 tablespoons chopped sliced cup roasted salted pistachios
almonds
2 tablespoons chopped fresh 1. In a small bowl, whisk together GREEN BEANS
basil orange zest and juice, dill, mint, WITH CREAMY HERB SAUCE
teaspoon kosher salt Dijon, salt, and pepper. Add oil Makes 8 to 10 servings
1 clove garlic, minced in a slow, steady stream, whisking
Garnish: fresh basil, sliced almonds constantly. Cover and refrigerate for ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
up to 2 days. cup whole buttermilk
2. Divide lettuce, carrots, and cup sour cream
1. In a large saucepan, bring eggs
pistachios among serving plates; 1 lemon, zested and juiced
and cold water to cover to a boil
drizzle with dressing just before 1 tablespoon chopped fresh
over medium-high heat. Cover,
serving. tarragon
remove from heat, and let stand
1 tablespoon chopped fresh
for 15 minutes; drain. Fill saucepan
parsley
with cold water and ice; let stand SWEET POTATO BISCUITS 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
until cool. Tap eggs firmly on
Makes about 18 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
counter until cracks form all over
1 tablespoon chopped fresh
shell; peel under cool running
3 cups all-purpose our chives
water.
2 tablespoons rmly packed light 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon
2. Halve eggs lengthwise; separate brown sugar kosher salt, divided
yolks and whites. Place egg whites 1 tablespoon baking powder teaspoon ground black pepper
on a serving platter. 1 teaspoons kosher salt 4 (8-ounce) packages fresh French
3. In a medium bowl, combine yolks, teaspoon baking soda green beans, trimmed
sour cream, mayonnaise, almonds, cup cold unsalted butter, cut Garnish: fresh dill
basil, salt, and garlic; mash together into -inch pieces
with a fork to desired consistency. 1 cup mashed cooked sweet 1. In the container of a blender,
Spoon or pipe mixture into egg potato process together avocado,
whites; garnish with basil and cup whole buttermilk buttermilk, sour cream, lemon zest
almonds, if desired. and juice, tarragon, parsley, basil,
1. Preheat oven to 450. Line a large dill, chives, 1 teaspoon salt, and
Kitchen Tip: Eggs can be cooked, baking sheet with parchment paper. pepper until smooth. Cover and
peeled, and refrigerated the day 2. In a large bowl, whisk together refrigerate for up to 2 days.
before assembling and serving. flour, brown sugar, baking powder, 2. Bring a large pot of water and
salt, and baking soda. Using a remaining 1 tablespoon salt to a
SPRING SALAD pastry blender, cut in butter until boil over medium-high heat; add
mixture is crumbly. In a small green beans. When water returns
Makes 8 to 10 servings
bowl, whisk together sweet potato to a boil, immediately drain beans,
1 orange, zested and juiced
and buttermilk. Stir sweet potato and transfer to an ice water bath to
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
mixture into flour mixture just until stop the cooking process; drain well.
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
combined (dough will be sticky). Serve green beans immediately with
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 3. Turn out dough onto a lightly herb sauce. Garnish with dill,
teaspoon kosher salt floured surface, and knead 5 times. if desired.
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CHEESY SCALLOPED 1. Preheat oven to 400. Spray a 13x9- HERB-ROASTED PORK LOIN
POTATOES inch baking dish with cooking spray. WITH BALSAMIC SAUCE
Makes 8 to 10 servings 2. Arrange one-third of potato slices
Makes 8 to 10 servings
in bottom of prepared pan. Sprinkle
4 pounds Yukon gold potatoes,
potatoes with teaspoon salt, Pork:
thinly sliced
teaspoon pepper, and cup each 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
Parmesan and Cheddar. Repeat 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon ground black pepper,
layers twice. Drizzle cream onto 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
divided
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese,
potatoes. Top with remaining salt, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh
divided
pepper, and cheeses. parsley
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, 3. Bake until potatoes are tender and 1 teaspoons kosher salt
divided top is golden brown, about 1 hour. Let teaspoon ground black pepper
cup heavy whipping cream stand for 5 minutes before serving. 3 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish: chopped fresh chives Garnish with chives, if desired. 1 (4-pound) pork loin, trimmed
Sauce:
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon honey
teaspoon kosher salt
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MAKE-AHEAD TIP
The herb mixture can be rubbed
onto the pork and refrigerated up
to a day ahead. Let the pork stand
at room temperature for 30 to 45
minutes before you cook it.
STRAWBERRY JAM CAKE occasionally to scrape sides of bowl. STRAWBERRY CREAM
Beat in preserves and extract until well CHEESE FROSTING
Makes 1 (9-inch) cake
combined. Add eggs, one at a time,
beating well after each addition. Makes about 6 cups
cup butter, softened
1 cups sugar 3. In a medium bowl, sift together cake 2 cups butter, softened
cup strawberry preserves our, baking powder, salt, and baking 2 (8-ounce) packages cream
1 teaspoon strawberry extract soda. Gradually add our mixture cheese, softened
4 large eggs to butter mixture alternately with 8 cups confectioners sugar
2 cups cake our* buttermilk, beginning and ending cup nely chopped fresh
1 teaspoons baking powder with our mixture, beating just until strawberries
teaspoon salt combined after each addition. Beat 2 teaspoons strawberry extract
teaspoon baking soda in food coloring until well combined.
cup whole buttermilk Divide batter among prepared pans.
teaspoon liquid red food coloring
1.In a large bowl, beat butter and
4. Bake until a wooden pick inserted
Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting
cream cheese with a mixer at medium
in center comes out clean, about
(recipe follows)
speed until creamy. Gradually add
25 minutes. Let cool in pans for 10
Garnish: fresh strawberries
confectioners sugar, beating until
minutes. Remove from pans, gently
smooth. Beat in strawberries and
remove parchment, and let cool
extract until well combined.
1. Preheat oven to 350. Spray 3 (9- completely on wire racks.
inch) round cake pans with baking 5. Spread Strawberry Cream Cheese
spray with flour. Line bottom of pans Frosting between layers and on
with parchment paper; spray paper top and sides of cake. Garnish with
with baking spray. strawberries, if desired. Cover and
2. In a large bowl, beat butter and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
sugar with a mixer at medium speed
until fluy, 3 to 4 minutes, stopping *We used Swans Down Cake Flour.
Decoupage Eggs
SUPPLIES
Scissors
Patterned paper cocktail napkins
Cold hard-cooked eggs
Soft pastry brush
Pasteurized egg whites, lightly
beaten
Empty egg carton
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Unfold napkins, and cut along the
folds into four squares. Remove any
pieces that are not patterned.
2. Place a square over the center of
an egg, and gently brush beaten egg
white onto the napkin to adhere it to
the egg, working from the center out.
3. Trim off any excess napkin at the
back of the egg. Place egg in empty
carton, and let dry. For a glossier look,
after eggs are dry, gently rub vegetable
oil onto eggs using a paper towel.
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COVER
RECIPE
B B
GOLDEN
G Enjoy the delicious fruits of bees labor
with these breads, dessert, and more that
s
use generous drizzles and dribbles of
honey, natures original sweetener.
Although honeycombs
are made of beeswax,
they are entirely edible.
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Apricot Honey Buns Honey Pudding honey, egg yolks, and cornstarch.
Bring to a boil over medium heat,
Makes 9 Makes about 2 cups
whisking constantly, and boil for
cup warm water (105 to 110) 2 cups whole milk
1 minute. Remove from heat, and
1 teaspoon active dry yeast cup honey
whisk in vanilla.
4 cups self-rising our 3 egg yolks 2. Pour mixture into a medium
cup cold butter, cut into pats 1 tablespoon cornstarch bowl, and cover with plastic wrap,
cup whole buttermilk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pressing wrap onto surface of custard
cup honey, divided Crushed honey graham crackers to prevent a skin from forming.
1 cup apricot preserves Chopped honey-roasted peanuts Refrigerate until thickened and cold,
cup butter, softened and divided Garnish: fresh mint about 2 hours. Sprinkle servings
1 cup toasted sliced almonds with crushed crackers and chopped
1. In a large, heavy-bottomed peanuts. Garnish with mint, if
saucepan, whisk together milk, desired.
1. Preheat oven to 400. Line a 9-inch
square pan with foil, letting excess
extend over sides. Spray foil with
cooking spray.
2. In a small bowl, stir together cup
warm water and yeast. Let stand until Measure oils and fats before
foamy, about 5 minutes. honey, or spray your measuring
3. In a large bowl, toss together flour spoon or cup with cooking
sprayit will slide right out of
and cold butter pats. Using a pastry
the slippery surface.
blender, cut in butter until mixture is
crumbly. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
4. In another small bowl, stir
together buttermilk and cup
honey. Stir buttermilk mixture and
yeast mixture into flour mixture just
until dry ingredients are moistened.
5. Turn out dough onto a lightly
floured surface, and knead 3 to 4
times, adding just enough additional
flour to keep from sticking. Roll
dough to a 14x12-inch rectangle.
6. In a third small bowl, stir together
preserves and cup softened butter;
spread mixture onto dough. Starting
at one long side, roll up dough, jelly
roll style, into a log. Cut dough into
9 (1-inch-thick) slices.
7. In a small saucepan, cook
remaining cup each honey and
softened butter over low heat,
stirring frequently, until butter is
melted. Pour honey mixture into
prepared pan, and sprinkle with
almonds. Place dough slices in pan
on almonds.
8. Bake until golden brown and
a wooden pick inserted in center
comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.
Let cool in pan for 5 minutes. Invert
onto a serving plate, gently remove
foil, and serve warm.
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Braided Honey Wheat Bread
Makes 1 (12-inch) round loaf
4 cups all-purpose our until well blended. Gradually add until well combined; spread mixture
2 cups whole wheat our remaining flour mixture, beating at onto dough. Starting at one long side,
1 tablespoon salt low speed until a soft dough forms. roll up dough, jelly roll style, into a
2 cups warm whole milk (105 3. Turn out dough onto a well-floured log. Using a sharp knife, cut dough
to 110) surface, and knead for 9 minutes, log in half lengthwise.
cup plus 13 cup honey, divided adding additional all-purpose flour as 6. On prepared pan, carefully twist
1 tablespoon active dry yeast needed (dough will be slightly sticky). dough pieces, cut side up, around
cup unsalted butter, melted Spray a large bowl with cooking each other, and shape into a circle
2 large eggs spray, and place dough in bowl, around empty can (do not remove
cup butter, softened turning to grease top. Cover with can). Cover and let rise in a warm,
1 egg yolk plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm, draft-free place (85) until doubled in
1 tablespoon water draft-free place (85) until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.
Whipped honey size, about 1 hour. 7. Preheat oven to 350.
4. Line a large baking sheet with 8. In a small bowl, whisk together egg
1. In a large bowl, whisk together parchment paper. Spray the outside yolk and 1 tablespoon water; brush
flours and salt. In another large bowl, of a clean, empty 28-ounce can with mixture onto dough braid.
stir together milk, cup honey, and cooking spray. 9. Bake until golden brown and a
yeast; let stand until foamy, about 5. Punch down dough, and turn out wooden pick inserted near center
5 minutes. onto a lightly floured surface. Roll comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
2. Add 1 cup flour mixture, melted dough to a 16x10-inch rectangle. In Let cool on pan for 10 minutes;
butter, and eggs to yeast mixture, and a small bowl, stir together softened remove can. Serve warm with
beat with a mixer at medium speed butter and remaining cup honey whipped honey.
BraiD How-To
Instructions
Starting at one long side, roll
dough rectangle into a log.
m
Using a sharp knife, cut the dough
log in half lengthwise.
m
With the cut side of the dough
facing up, gently twist the pieces
around each other.
m
Shape the twisted dough into a circle
around a clean, empty can. he can
helps maintain the shape of the circle
while the dough rises and bakes.
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Whipped honey, also called
creamed or churned honey,
is available in grocery stores
alongside traditional liquid honey.
on the menu
Raising the PORK AND STRAWBERRY
SALAD WITH GINGER
SESAME DRESSING
Salad Bar
Give your go-to side salad a toss. These lling main-dish creations are chock-full
of tender greens, hearty proteins, and gorgeous spring produce.
Photography by
(pictured right)
6 lemons
3 cups sugar, divided
3 cups water, divided
WELCOME THE NEW SEASON with these easy and colorful arrangements. Springtime oers
so many fresh owers to play with, along with the iconic egg that is often used in arrangements
around the Easter season. Begin by gathering and cleaning vases and containers you already have.
Use your creative eye when looking for them and especially as you sort and group them together
to make a stronger statement on any tabletop.
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2 3
4 5
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a BOBBY LIGHTENS IT UP I by Bobby Deen b
Dress It Up
DRIZZLE THESE EASY DRESSINGS ON YOUR FAVORITE SPRING SALADS.
CLAUDIA AND I LIKE TO spruce up our salads with homemade dressings that are just as
fresh and delicious as the produce we nd at farmers markets. hese versions of the creamy
dressings I grew up with are a bit lighter but still keep the rich avors I know and love.
Dont limit
these dressings
to just salads.
heyre great as
sandwich spreads,
veggie dips, and
baked potato
toppers, too.
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THOUSAND ISLAND DRESSING
Makes 1 cups
RANCH DRESSING
Makes 1 cups
PEANUT DRESSING
Makes 1 cups
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a JAMIE'S FAMILY TABLE I by Jamie Deen b
Hash It Out
YOUR FAMILY WILL ENJOY THESE FUN WAYS WITH HASH BROWNS ANY TIME OF DAY.
HASH BROWNS ARE A FAVORITE around our house. Whether Brooke and I serve them
with eggs for breakfast or saut them with chicken and veggies for dinner, our sons Matthew
and Jack just love their crispy goodness. Check out these easy recipes and tips to help you get
a fast family supper on the table.
My boys are
meat-and-
potatoes kind of
guys, so hash-
brown meals are
always a hit.
HAM AND VEGETABLE HASH 2. In a large cast-iron skillet, heat 1
Makes 4 servings tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Add
half of potatoes in a single layer, and cook,
3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, shredded turning occasionally, until golden brown,
teaspoon salt, divided about 10 minutes. Remove from skillet, and
teaspoon ground black pepper repeat process with 1 tablespoons oil and
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided remaining potatoes. Remove from skillet.
2 large carrots, shredded
3. Squeeze out excess moisture from carrots
1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise,
seeds scraped out, and shredded
and zucchini with a clean dish towel. In same
cup thinly sliced red onion large bowl, toss together carrots, zucchini,
teaspoon dried Italian seasoning onion, Italian seasoning, and remaining
1 (8-ounce) package diced ham, drained teaspoon salt.
4. Heat remaining 1 tablespoons oil in skillet
1. Place shredded potatoes in a colander, and over medium-high heat. Add carrot mixture,
rinse under cool running water. Squeeze dry and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender
thoroughly with a clean dish towel. In a large and lightly browned, 6 to 7 minutes. Stir in
bowl, toss together potatoes, teaspoon salt, potatoes and ham, and cook until heated
and pepper. through, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
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CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI HASH Stir in chicken, broccoli, and potatoes
Makes 4 to 6 servings
until well combined, and cook until heated
through, about 5 minutes.
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided 3. Reduce heat to low, and sprinkle with
1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated cheese. Cover and cook until cheese has
shredded hash brown potatoes melted, about 5 minutes. Serve immediately.
(8-ounce) package cream cheese,
softened *We used Velveeta Shreds Original Flavor.
cup chicken broth
teaspoon onion powder LOADED SWEET POTATO TOTS
teaspoon salt Makes 4 servings
teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups shredded cooked chicken 1 (20-ounce) bag frozen sweet potato pieces*
1 (8-ounce) package steam-in-bag broccoli 5 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped and
orets, cooked according to package cooked until crisp
directions 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1
1 cup shredded processed cheese 3 cup sliced green onion
product*
1
3 cup chopped cherry or grape tomatoes KITCHEN TIP
4 tablespoons sour cream You can also make
1. In a large cast-iron skillet, heat this family style in a
1. Preheat oven to 425. Spray 4 small cast-iron 10- to 12-inch cast-
1 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat.
Add half of potatoes to skillet in a single skillets with cooking spray. iron skillet.
layer; cook, without stirring, until golden 2. Divide potatoes among skillets, and bake
brown on bottom, 5 to 6 minutes. Turn and until lightly browned, about 20 minutes,
cook until golden brown on bottom, turning halfway through.
5 to 6 minutes more. Remove potatoes from 3. Remove from oven, and divide bacon and
skillet; repeat procedure with remaining cheese among skillets.
1 tablespoons oil and potatoes. Remove 4. Bake until cheese has melted, 4 to 5
from skillet. minutes. Top each with green onion, tomato,
2. In same skillet, whisk together cream and sour cream. Serve immediately.
cheese, broth, onion powder, salt, and pepper
over medium heat until melted and smooth. *We use Alexia Crispy Bite-Size Sweet Potato Puffs.
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a TRAVEL I Myrtle Beach, South Carolina b
Photos courtesy of Visit Myrtle Beach, Kat Murphy Photography/Katrina Murphy, and Brookgreen Gardens.
MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA, is the centerpiece of the
Grand Strand, a 60-mile stretch of beach running from the North
CarolinaSouth Carolina border southward along the Atlantic
coast. Myrtle Beach is a family-friendly destination with tons of
entertainment, attractions, restaurants, and shopping for all ages.
he heart of Myrtle Beach is the downtown Oceanfront Boardwalk
and Promenade. he 1.2-mile beachfront path extends from the
2nd Avenue Pier to the 14th Avenue Pier, with information signs
along the way telling the history of the area and numerous benches
and seating areas to sit a spell and take in the sights. Cast out your
shing lines at the piers, or take your pick of souvenir shops and
arcades, ice cream parlors and hot dog stands, and cafs and bars all
along the Boardwalk. Be sure to take a ride on the glass-enclosed,
air-conditioned, 18-story-high SkyWheel for sweeping views of the
Grand Strand.
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From the Boardwalk, head north to the Sea Captains House for
an iconic Myrtle Beach dining experience. Built in 1930 as a private
residence, then transformed into a guesthouse and later a restaurant,
Sea Captains has been serving fresh seafood dishes with Lowcountry
touches for more than 50 years. Nautical dcor and lounging areas
with comfortable furnishings remind visitors that this was a home
and create a cozy oceanside atmosphere. Start your meal with a cup of
She-Crab Soup nished with sherry and served with crispy, golden-
brown hush puppies while you contemplate your main course. Choose
from traditional seafood platters, local stued ounder, shrimp and
grits, surf and turf, and much more, including the chef s fresh catch
of the day that is pecan-crusted, pan-fried, and served with a citrus
butter sauce. Breakfast and lunch are also served seven days a week.
For a day of family fun from sunup to sundown, plan a visit to
Broadway at the Beach. his 350-acre attraction has something
for everyone. Younger children will love the Play Park area, with a
playground, picnic seating, and friendly ducks to keep them company,
or check out Pavilion Park for traditional carnival rides including
carousels, swings, and bumper cars. You can also choose from
miniature golf, a movie theater, boat rides, an aquarium, a zipline,
helicopter rides, and reworks displays.
Broadway at the Beach has more than 25 restaurants and casual
food joints and more than 70 retail shops, including he Paula Deen
Store. his is your one-stop-shop for all things Paula. Youll nd
an extensive collection of Paulas cookware, bakeware, dishes, and
kitchen items, including her famous acacia wood round salt box
and pewter measuring cups and spoons, aprons and linens, a wide
assortment of her condiments and gooey butter cake mixes, and
specialty seasonal products and gift items. here is a childrens section
with clothing, toys, and books that encourage and celebrate kids
interests in food and cooking, plus artwork by Paula, her cookbooks
and magazine, and even ladies clothing items similar to wardrobe
pieces that Paula loves. Its a must-visit for any Paula fan.
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About 15 miles south of central Myrtle Beach is the quaint, laid-
back shing town of Murrells Inlet, the seafood capital of South
Carolina. Murrells Inlet has a centuries-long history dating back to
Native Americans. Spanish explorers, pirates of the high seas, and
English colonists followed, and by the 1800s, several plantations in the
area were growing rice, which at the time was as valuable a cash crop
as cotton and tobacco. Wealthy citizens who spent the summer in
the area generally arrived by steamboat, and many of the boats' cooks
settled in there, giving the area its culinary foundation.
Photos courtesy of Visit Myrtle Beach, Kat Murphy Photography/Katrina Murphy, and Brookgreen Gardens.
Some of the best restaurants in the area are located along the
MarshWalk, a half-mile-long waterfront path with incredible views of salt
marshes, river grass, and abundant wildlife. he walk ends at Veterans
Pier, which is dedicated to boat captains. All along the path youll see
fishing boats coming and going amid folks parasailing, kayaking, paddle
boarding, and taking in the gorgeous sunrises and sunsets.
At the southern end of the MarshWalk on Crazy Sister Marina is
he Wicked Tuna. Seafood, of course, is the focus here, and youll be
hard-pressed to find it any fresher elsewhere. he restaurant operates
its own shing boat, which goes out several times a week, bringing
back everything from local triggersh, grouper, and ounder to
shrimp and oysters. he catch of the day is immediately unloaded
and processed on-site, going from the water to your plate in a matter
of hours. Choose from diverse options such as the Stued Flounder
Stack, featuring ounder llets layered with crabmeat, mushrooms,
and spinach topped with sun-dried tomato and macadamia nut crust
and served with Parmesan cream sauce, or the Surf and Surf, pan-
seared fresh sh with shrimp and Creole cream sauce over risotto.
he Wicked Tuna also has a dedicated sushi kitchen and raw bar
where you can get ceviches, cold seafood salads, oysters on the
half shell, and handcrafted nigiri, sashimi, and rolls. he specialty
roll is the Maryland, which includes tuna, shrimp, blue crab, and
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cucumber topped with Maryland-style lump crab cakes, a sweet-
spicy sauce, and green onion.
Plan your time in Murrells Inlet to include a visit to Brookgreen
Gardens, the largest outdoor public sculpture gardens in the country.
Founded by Archer Milton Huntington and his wife, artist Anna Hyatt
Huntington, Brookgreen has been open to the public since 1930 and
has more than 1,400 pieces by more than 350 artists in its collection.
In addition to stunning works of art surrounded by graceful oaks and
gorgeous owers and plants, Brookgreen features an arboretum, a
labyrinth, buttery house, a wildlife preserve and zoo dedicated to
native Lowcountry animals, and pontoon boat rides along historic rice
elds. Special exhibits and events rotate throughout the year.
Head a few miles down the road from Murrells Inlet to he
Hammock Shops Village in the heart of Pawleys Island for some
leisurely shopping and strolling. Youll nd more than 25 shops and
eateries connected by brick- and pebble-lined pathways planted
with azaleas, camellias, oaks, magnolias, and more. here is a
playground just for kids in the center of the village, and a dog-walk
area is adjacent to the village. Dont miss the daily hammock-weaving
demonstrations, and then pick up your own hammock at he Original
Hammock Shop, which has been selling the hand-woven cotton-rope
hammocks created in 1889 by local riverboat captain Joshua John
Ward since 1938.
If hunger strikes, there are several options to choose from in the
village, from quick bites to ne dining. For casual yet delicious fare,
pay a visit to bisQit. You cant go wrong with any of their towering
biscuit sandwiches, such as the Lowcountry with root beer-braised
pork belly, smoked Gouda, and slaw or the Wedgeeld with country-
fried or blackened chuck steak with lettuce, tomato, and blue cheese
dressing. For burger cravings, bisQit has 13 variations to choose from
plus a ton of toppings, including grilled or pickled onions, pimiento
cheese, bacon jam, chorizo, an all-beef frank, and nine types of cheese
to customize them. Be sure to save room for a milk shake; bisQit
has 16 thick, u y concoctions such as the Funky Monkey featuring
bananas, chocolate chips, and strawberry jam; the sweet-spicy-tart
Mango, Cayenne & Lime; and the Sweet Swine with bacon, maple
syrup, and sea salt. You can also spike any shake with a shot or two For More Information
for a grown-up treat, or order it virgin in a go-cup to sip on as you
meander through the village. SEA CAPTAIN'S HOUSE RESTAURANT
seacaptains.com
With attractions, events, and festivals happening year-round,
theres so much more to see and do in and around Myrtle Beach and BROADWAY AT THE BEACH
broadwayatthebeach.com
throughout the Grand Strand. Visit mymyrtlebeach.com to learn more
about the area and to plan your visit. MURRELLS INLET MARSHWALK
marshwalk.com
THE WICKED TUNA
thewickedtuna.com
CRAZY FOR CALABASH
BROOKGREEN GARDENS
Throughout Myrtle Beach, youll see signs for Calabash-style restaurants. brookgreen.org
That phrase originated with the tiny ishing village of Calabash, North
Carolina, which proclaims itself the seafood capital of the world. THE HAMMOCK SHOPS VILLAGE
thehammockshops.com
Seafood in Calabash, particularly shrimp, traditionally was fried with
minimal seasoning and very little breading and served in generous BISQIT
portions. These days, though, Calabash style often indicates all-you-can- 843-979-2747
eat fried seafood buffets.
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a TEN TO TRY I Pimiento Cheese b
Gilchrist
Pimentos Caf Villanis Bakery
R R R R
PRETTY PERFECT CHEESE VILLANIS BAKERY FRANK BACK IN THE DAY BAKERY
Loxley, AL, Concord, NC Austin, TX Savannah, GA
and grocery stores
across the US Paul and Amanda Villani Frank is an Austin, Texas, Back in the Day Bakery
opened Villanis Bakery with eatery with an affinity for is owned and operated
Maggie Heyworth started a clear mission to serve great food, strong coffee, by Cheryl and Griff Day,
Pretty Perfect Cheese after outstanding baked goods. cold drinks, and funky who are good friends of
several years of research Each day, the team makes ambience. In addition to Paula Deen. Slow Down
and development due to an cupcakes, pastries, cookies,
Photos courtesy of Pimentos Caf, Villanis Bakery, and High Hat Caf.
its widely loved artisan and Taste the Sweet Life
unfortunate encounter with cheesecake, bread, and sausage, Frank has a is the bakerys motto,
subpar pimiento cheese. much more from scratch healthy following for and its apparent that
She felt that life is too with quality ingredients. its Biscuit and Gravy a lot of care is put into
short for bad pimiento Its also home to the Burger with pimiento everything they make.
cheese. Shredded white original Pimento Cheese cheese. The massive dish The shop creates all its
Cheddar that has been Croissant. This culinary includes a split Cheddar items from scratch and
aged for at least one year creation is a marriage of the biscuit piled with a beef offers a made-to-order
is her key ingredient in conventional French pastry and pork sausage patty, lunch menu. One of their
flavors including Aged and a Southern favorite. country gravy, fried green most popular items is
Cheddar with Jalapeo Handmade laminated tomato, and pimiento the Pimento and the Pig
and Pimiento, Aged dough and pimiento cheese cheese. This big burger sandwich, made with
Cheddar with Sundried that is incorporated during is also served with their pimiento cheese,
Tomato and Lemon Zest, the rolling process results in powdered sugar waffle applewood smoked
and Aged Cheddar with a cheesy, buttery, and flaky fries and a side of Cholula bacon, and ciabatta
Pancetta & Horseradish. treat. 11 Union St. Suite syrup. 407 Colorado St. bread. 2403 Bull Street.
prettyperfectcheese.com 103. villanisbakery.com hotdogscoldbeer.com backinthedaybakery.com
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R R cheese as homage to his numerous dishes including
PALMETTO CHEESE GILCHRIST mentor, Frank Stitt of the the Southern Special, an
Pawleys Island, SC, Mountain Brook, AL legendary Highlands Bar English muffin layered
and grocery stores and Grill in Birmingham, with pimiento cheese,
across the US Gilchrist opened in 1928 Alabama. Public Houses ham, tomato, and a fried
as a drug store and soda version is based on the egg, and the Grown-Up
Sassy and Brian Henry fountain. Although the pimiento cheese recipe Grilled Cheese, made with
founded Palmetto Cheese pharmacy closed more than found in the cookbook Papas jalapeo pimiento
in 2006. The companys 30 years ago, people often Frank Stitts Southern cheese, Gouda, Swiss,
slogan boldly deems it still affectionately refer to Table, but a single variation oven-roasted tomatoes,
the pimento cheese it as Gilchrist Pharmacy. has been incorporated and hickory-smoked bacon
with soul! Palmettos The down-home diner is a into the original recipe. on grilled wheat bread.
Cheese has been known local spot with comforting The beloved Southern holidaydeli.com
to dress up a variety of sandwich choices including staple is served on an
foodsveggies, burgers,
biscuits, sandwiches, hot
egg salad, chicken salad,
hot dogs, and turkey club.
appetizer plate with fried R
MAGNOLIA'S
dill pickles and grilled
dogs, and much more. One of the most popular sourdough, as well as Charleston, SC
Although the secret recipe sandwiches served is the a topping for a bacon
will never be revealed, BLT with pimiento cheese. burger. 1110 Market Street. Magnolias opened its
the quality Southern-style The dish is a yummy publichousechattanooga.com doors in 1990 and is a
pimiento cheese brand is combination of thick- part of a new generation
largely successful because cut bacon, house-made R of Lowcountry cooking
of its homemade taste, pimiento cheese, lettuce, PIMENTOS CAF in Charleston. For more
versatility, and convenient tomatoes, pickles, and & MARKET than 25 years, this fine-
packaging. Palmettos a side of crackers. Many Multiple locations in dining restaurant has fused
pimiento cheese is available customers love to wash Memphis, TN Southern fare, culinary
in Original, Jalapeo, it down with a fresh- trends, and stylish plate
and Bacon flavors. squeezed limeade. 2805 The Jordan family has presentations. Pimiento
pimentocheese.com Cahaba Rd. operated Pimentos Caf cheese enthusiasts can
& Market in the Memphis enjoy their Grilled Filet
R area since 1993. The caf of Beef topped with
R PUBLIC HOUSE has a loyal following melted pimiento cheese
HIGH HAT CAF
Chattanooga, TN thanks to its warm service and served with an herb
New Orleans, LA
and appetizing food. potato cake, grilled plum
In 2011, Chip Apperson Five years ago, Public Customers are particularly tomatoes, asparagus,
and Adolfo Garcia opened Houses first general fond of Papas Pimento and Madeira demi-glace.
High Hat Caf in New manager decided to Cheese. The pimiento 185 East Bay Street.
Orleans. The two initially start serving pimiento cheese is served on magnoliascharleston.com
met while attending
culinary school in New
York City. They opened
the caf with a vision to
fuse Memphis Delta-style
food with New Orleans
Cajun fare. Everything is
handcrafted from scratch,
sourced locally, and made
in season. The bustling
caf has a pimiento cheese
appetizer thats served
with deviled ham, deviled
eggs, and mixed pickles.
Other favorites include
the High Hat Burger with
Pimento Cheese, Pimento
Cheese Grits, Pimento
Cheese Fries, and Pimento
Mac & Cheese. 4500 Freret
Street. highhatcafe.com High Hat Caf
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a FIVE AND DIME I Five Ingredients and Ten Minutes b
Spring Sips
ADD VIBRANT FLAVOR AND COLOR TO YOUR SPRING
GET-TOGETHERS WITH THIS REFRESHING PUNCH.
KITCHEN TIP
Mix and match avors of juice,
sorbet, and fruit to create
endless combinations. No
matter which fruit you use, be
sure its frozen. It eliminates
the need for ice and will help
keep the punch cold.
Aunt Peggy
loved to serve
a punch like this
to our family
on Sunday
afternoons.
Paula
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Recipe Index Where to Find It
APPETIZERS MAIN DISHES EASTER IN BLOOM
AlmondBasil Deviled Eggs 42 Chicken and Broccoli Hash 70 Pages 3746Brass bunnies and
Creamy Shrimp, Bacon, and Pea Johnson Bros. California Fruit square
BEVERAGES Fettuccine 31 plates from Etsy; Floral paper napkins
Pink Raspberry Punch 77 Ham and Asparagus Pot Pie 34 for decoupage eggs from Shop
Ham and Vegetable Hash 69 Sweet Lulu
BREADS Herb-Roasted Pork Loin with
Apricot Honey Buns 50 Balsamic Sauce 43 GOLDEN GOODNESS
Braided Honey Wheat Bread 51 Honey-Glazed Chicken Wings 49 Pages 4752Raw honeycomb,
Sweet Potato Biscuits 42 Loaded Sweet Potato Tots 70 assorted honeys, and cherrywood
PineappleTeriyaki Glazed honey drizzler from Savannah Bee
DESSERTS Chicken 32 Company
Frosted Lemon Sugar Cookies 64 Pork Chops with ArugulaPecan
Pesto and Potatoes 35 JAMIES FAMILY TABLE
Glazed Lemon Angel Food Cake
Slow-Cooker King Ranch Chicken 15 Page 69Square 2-quart cast-iron
with Candied Lemon 61
Turkey Cutlets with Mustard Sauce 33 skillet from Carolina Cooker
Honey Pudding 50
LemonLime Sherbet 61
ADDRESSES
Lemon Mousse Cake 61 SALADS
Carolina Cookercarolinacooker.com
Lime Buttermilk Tart 64 Layered Ham and Vegetable Salad 55
or 800-345-0169
Strawberry Jam Cake 45 Pork and Strawberry Salad
Etsyetsy.com
with GingerSesame Dressing 55
Savannah Bee Company
DRESSINGS AND SAUCES Shrimp, Asparagus, and Sugar Snap
savannahbee.com or 800-955-5080
Peanut Dressing 68 Pea Salad 58
Shop Sweet Lulushopsweetlulu.com
Ranch Dressing 68 Spring Salad 42
or 815-464-6264
Thousand Island Dressing 68 Steak and Blue Cheese Salad 58
Tarragon Chicken Salad 55
FILLINGS, FROSTINGS, AND
TOPPINGS VEGETABLES AND SIDES
Candied Lemon Peel 62 Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes 43
Lemon Frosting 64 GingerGreen Onion Rice 32
Orange Curd 81 Green Beans with Creamy Herb
Strawberry Cream Cheese Sauce 42
Frosting 45 LemonButter Carrots 33
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a SOMETHIN' SWEET b
ORANGE CURD
Makes about 2 cups
9 egg yolks
7 tablespoons sugar, divided
2
3 cup butter, cut into -inch pieces and
divided
1 tablespoon orange zest
cup fresh pulp-free orange juice
KITCHEN TIP
Two medium oranges will yield to
2
3 cup juice.
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