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Aunt Adela’s Cold Georgia Blue Crab Dip

Published on May 6, 2019May 15, 2019 by Rebekah2 Comments

From left: Levi, Angela, Kurt, Rebekah and Max go crabbing on the St. Simons Island Pier.

In early April, I went on vacation with two of my best friends of 25 years, including our families – kids, pets and all. We rented a beach house on St. Simons Island and spent the week eating to our hearts’ content, lounging on the beach and having jam sessions by the pool. It was the ideal vacation, complete with dolphin watching, strolling on the pier and working on our tans, but the most fun I had all week was when we rode our bikes to the pier for a little crabbing adventure. Continue reading “Aunt Adela’s Cold Georgia Blue Crab Dip” →

Garden-Fresh Shrimp Pesto Flatbread

Published on August 31, 2018November 3, 2018 by Rebekah

Flatbreads are all the rage these days. Easy to put together with endless flavor combinations, they come together quickly and make a light weeknight dinner or appetizer before main course. Continue reading “Garden-Fresh Shrimp Pesto Flatbread” →

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with the Taco Ring

Published on May 1, 2018May 22, 2018 by Rebekah2 Comments

When I was growing up, taco night was super exciting. My mom would bring out this special dish we had with individual compartments for each taco topping. Continue reading “Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with the Taco Ring” →

Shrimp Scampi for the Win

Published on April 24, 2018May 19, 2018 by Rebekah1 Comment

Shrimp Scampi is one of the easiest and most flavorful ways to cook with shrimp. It’s a meal that feels a little fancy, and is special enough to serve to company. I made it for my husband, Kurt and I, on Friday night and served it with crispy french bread and a salad to round out the meal. The red pepper flakes add a little kick and the sauce is killer! Continue reading “Shrimp Scampi for the Win” →

Easter Brunch with Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits, Country Ham and Local Honey

Published on March 27, 2018May 6, 2019 by RebekahLeave a comment

Brunch is my favorite meal on the planet, and the recipe I’m sharing today is hands-down everything I need brunch to be. My Cheddar Buttermilk Biscuits with Country Ham and Local Honey are soft, buttery, cheesy and warm. The salty country ham is sliced thin and crisped up in my cast iron skillet. I drizzle sweet honey over the top, and everything is right with the world.

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Welcome Spring with Fresh Salmon Cakes and Mango Salsa

Published on March 20, 2018June 10, 2020 by Rebekah7 Comments

I’ve recently had a revelation…Salmon Cakes. THIS IS AMAZING for a couple of reasons: Continue reading “Welcome Spring with Fresh Salmon Cakes and Mango Salsa” →

Southern Coastal Heaven: Lobster Mac & Cheese

Published on March 13, 2018September 8, 2021 by Rebekah3 Comments

This is a meal fit for a king. Seriously.

My parents were in town visiting recently, and I wanted to make a special dinner. Lobster is an expensive ingredient, but life is short and sometimes, one must indulge. Continue reading “Southern Coastal Heaven: Lobster Mac & Cheese” →

Country Fried Venison with Onion Gravy

Grilled Venison Back Strap with Hoppin’ John

Venison Rigatoni comes together quickly with a good quality jarred tomato sauce, freshly grated Parmesan cheese and basil.

Venison Stew

Venison Chili

Tasty Ways to Cook with Venison

Published on January 28, 2018February 22, 2019 by RebekahLeave a comment

Deer season ended in early January, and thanks to the hunting skills of my good looking husband, Kurt, we’ve got a freezer full of venison: ground and stew meat, cubed steak and sausage. Continue reading “Tasty Ways to Cook with Venison” →

A Rich Tradition at Richland Baptist Church: Dinner on the Grounds

Published on October 7, 2017December 17, 2017 by RebekahLeave a comment

On the first Sunday in October each year, friends and family of Richland Baptist Church gather for Homecoming service and an old fashioned Dinner on the Grounds.

On the first Sunday of October at Noon every year, my family shares the time-honored tradition of attending Homecoming and Dinner on the Grounds at Historic Richland Baptist Church, known fondly to the locals as “Old Richland.” Continue reading “A Rich Tradition at Richland Baptist Church: Dinner on the Grounds” →

Episode 6 of SKG-TV: Perfect Sweet Tea Every Time

Published on September 1, 2017November 9, 2017 by RebekahLeave a comment

“Sweet tea should not be like drinking cane syrup. It is meant to be a refreshing, cold beverage that does not put you into a diabetic coma.” – Rebekah on Perfect Sweet Tea Every Time, Episode 6 of SKG-TV

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