For years now, I’ve heard stories of my husband’s grandmother, who passed away shortly before he and I met. Granny is a legendary cook – I wish I could find her secret recipe book. Although most of them were probably never written down.

I’m happy to announce the winner,
selected by you dear readers,
of the first annual Vidalia Victuals Contest.

Cooks Like a Champion
Caramelized Vidalia Onion and Goat Cheese Grits!!

Congratulations, Courtney!

Here’s a hot and spicy side to go with your taco burgers. This one was inspired by Hayley, too!

The idea for these awesome burgers came from my friend Hayley. She has a fabulous shopping blog – Deals, Steals & Heels – you should check it out!

I love my mom. So when she told me she didn’t need me to bring dessert for her Mother’s Day brunch last month, of course I didn’t believe her. Instead, I surprised her with one of our long-time favorite recipes, in cupcake form!

This is a fabulously moist and fluffy carrot cake – perfect for a brunch, for Easter, for Mother’s Day, or for any day! These tender little cakes will melt in your mouth – especially when you top them with classic cream cheese frosting.

My dad loves chocolate. My dad loves whipped cream. My dad’s birthday cake for years and years has been a classic chocolate cake iced with fresh, unsweetened whipped cream. This year, though, he had a brilliant idea. Why not add a raspberry filling in the middle? Brilliant!!