Serves 10 to 12 Place two gallons of water in a 12-quart stockpot. Add a quarter cup of kosher salt to the water and bring to a boil. Add the macaroni and follow the cooking time on the package. Drain well. To make the sauce, melt the first quarter cup of butter in a 16-inchContinue reading “Macaroni and Cheese”
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Robert’s Christmas Turkey 2025
This recipe is part of Robert St. John’s Mississippi Christmas and is available for purchase here. Serves 8 to 10 One day in advance: Remove the neck and giblets. Using a sharp knife, remove the wings (we’re going to use them for gravy). Store refrigerated overnight until ready to use. Dry the turkey well. PlaceContinue reading “Robert’s Christmas Turkey 2025”
Bayou Bacon & Cheddar Spread
This recipe is part of Robert St. John’s Mississippi Christmas and is available for purchase here. Serves 6 to 8 Place the bacon in a medium-sized skillet over low-medium heat. Cook the bacon, stirring frequently until the bacon is crispy. Pour the bacon into a strainer and collect the bacon fat if desired for otherContinue reading “Bayou Bacon & Cheddar Spread”
Orange and Bourbon Glazed Duck for Drew
A sweet poultry that makes a great entree for holiday meals.
Honey Bundt Cake
Serves 8 to 10 Preheat oven to 325°F If using a stand mixer, beat the butter on high with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy. If not, place the butter in a medium-sized mixing bowl and beat on high until light and fluffy. Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the butter andContinue reading “Honey Bundt Cake”
Smoked Salmon and Scrambled Eggs
Serves 6 Preheat oven to 375° F On a bias, slice half-inch thick slices of bread. Place the bread in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the bread with olive oil. Sprinkle the bread with one and a half teaspoons of salt. Bake for 10 minutes. While the breadContinue reading “Smoked Salmon and Scrambled Eggs”
Salsa
Makes about 3 cups Place all ingredients into the bowl of a food processor with the blade attachment. Pulse several times until salsa reaches desired consistency. Fold in the finely chopped fresh tomato at the end for added texture. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 7 days.
Pastel de Huevo
Remove the prepared pie dough from the refrigerator. Lightly flour a clean working surface and place the dough in the center of the floured surface. Lightly dust the top of the dough as well. Begin in the center of the dough and roll upwards towards 12 o’clock, then downwards towards six o’clock. Rotate the doughContinue reading “Pastel de Huevo”
Baked Potato Quiche
Serves 6 to 8 Remove the prepared pie dough from the refrigerator. Lightly flour a clean working surface and place the dough in the center of the floured surface. Lightly dust the top of the dough as well. Begin in the center of the dough and roll upwards towards 12 o’clock, then downwards towards sixContinue reading “Baked Potato Quiche”