Heirloom Tomatoes with Basil and Feta Cheese

Heirloom tomatoes in a variety of colors make a colorful side dish. 3 pounds mixed heirloom tomatoes1 teaspoon sea salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper6-8 leaves fresh basil, snipped into small pieces2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil1/4 pound feta cheese,...

My Boys’ Favorite Macaroni and Cheese

An easy recipe for macaroni and cheese that is made in the slow cooker. Add two or three fresh vegetables from the market and you have.a yummy summer dinner! 8 ounces macaroni, cooked3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese2 (12-ounce) cans evaporated milk2 eggs, beatenSalt to...

Okra Fritters

A delicious recipe for okra.   1/2 pound okra 3/4 cup cornmeal 1/3 cup self-rising flour 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons buttermilk 1 large egg, beaten 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 cup vegetable oil   Cut the okra into 1/8-inch slices....

Blue Willow Fried Green Tomatoes with Tomato Chutney

A signature dish from the Blue Willow Inn in Social Circle. 1-1/2 cups self-rising flour, divided1-1/2 cups buttermilk2 large eggs1 teaspoon salt, divided1 teaspoon pepper, divided3 green tomatoes, washed and sliced in 1/4-inch slices2 cups vegetable oilTomato Chutney...

Green Beans with Mushrooms and Bacon

Crushed red pepper adds a lively flavor to this dish. 2 pounds fresh green beans, trimmed8 bacon slices3 cups sliced shitake mushrooms (about 7 ounces)1/4 cup chopped shallots1/8-1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/4 teaspoon salt...