Raspberry Crumble Bars

Photo source:  Taste of Home

"This recipe for raspberry crumble bars features a thick layer of raspberry filling over a tender, baked crust. A crumbly topping, which browns and puffs in the oven, dots the top of the mixture. These bars are quick enough to make on a weeknight and can be adapted to star whatever fruit is in season." Description of recipe by Taste of Home.

These bars look delicious and would be perfect for breakfast.

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Fried Potatoes And Onions

 

Photo source: Southern Living

"Every Southerner has their own recipe for fried potatoes and onions. It's one passed from cook to cook, learned by watching, not written technique. After all, fried potatoes and onions aren't just a side dish—they're a piece of Southern culinary history, with each family's recipe reflecting their unique combination of seasonings and technique" - Elizabeth Nelson, recipe creator.  Click here to go to the recipe page at Southern Living.

My version of this recipe follows.

Yes, I have my own fried potatoes and onions version of this recipe that is very similar with a few differences.  Please note, I do not measure anything and don't put a strict time on anything.  It is all taste and season as you cook with your preferred seasonings.  Personally, I season with garlic powder and very little salt.  I cook on medium heat, adjust as necessary and don't leave it unattended.

1.  Cut potatoes in bite sized pieces and cook them with a little butter in the microwave for about 6 or 7 minutes.  I don't always peel the potatoes, but sometimes I do.

2. While potatoes are cooking, peel and slice onion.  

3. A twist to my recipe . . . slice mushrooms, whatever type you like.  Leave it out if you don't like them.  Sometimes I add green pepper or poblano pepper to make it extra special.

4. Sauté and caramelize the onions and mushrooms in butter.

5.  After potatoes have cooked until almost tender in the microwave, add to the caramelizing onions and mushrooms.  Add more butter if necessary.

6.  Sauté on medium heat until the potatoes are browned and crispy.  I can't really say how long this takes.  Stir often and nurture it, you don't want it to burn.  Don't walk away from it either.

I hope that made sense!  This has been the method I've used since I was a teenager.  Potatoes are one of my favorite foods.

Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits

 

Photo source: Taste of Home

"In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I'm sure will be passed down for generations" - comment from Melissa Rogers, the recipe creator.

This southern girl loves grits!  I've mentioned in another grits recipe that I love them so much I make a pot of them, add cheese and butter and that is my meal.  This recipe is on my list of new recipes to try.

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Pecan Pie Coffee Cake

 

Photo source:  Bake or Break

"If you love pecan pie but don’t always want to fuss with a traditional pie crust, this pecan pie coffee cake is the answer. It’s part cozy coffee cake, part gooey pecan pie, and completely irresistible. A fluffy buttermilk cake base bakes up light and soft, then gets topped with a rich, pecan-filled mixture that soaks into the cake for layers of flavor and texture in every bite" - description of recipe from Bake or Break.

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