Author Archives: southernsgg

Spring Brings Asparagus To The Table

Posted on March 27, 2012 by southernsgg

Ah, yes, spring has sprung here in the South. In fact, I think it began springing back in February. But with the dogwoods and redbud in bloom, my cooking always takes on an even lighter touch, and of course I … Continue reading →

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ST. PATTY’S DAY GOES HEALTHY

Posted on March 13, 2012 by southernsgg

It was Rebecca’s idea to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with spinach. And I thought it was a super, if not very green, idea. So here we go, Cheesy Spinach Cakes, for your Luck ‘o the Irish celebration. We’ll leave the … Continue reading →

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THE WHITE BEAN

Posted on March 6, 2012 by southernsgg

Another very dear friend of mine lost her father last week, and I headed to the kitchen to prepare some comfort food. The weather was a little cool so I cooked up one of my favorite dishes. . .white beans. … Continue reading →

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THE HOT TODDY FIX

Posted on February 28, 2012 by southernsgg

It’s official, the flu is a no-show this year. At least, it’s very late to the winter games. Apparently flu germs, unlike most of us, like cold weather. They thrive in it. Even though the CDC says incidents of the … Continue reading →

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Comfort in a Quiche

Posted on February 21, 2012 by southernsgg

Rebecca and I talk a lot about finding the perfect comfort food. Chicken usually figures somewhere in the conversation. But the other day, Rebecca brought a favorite dish to my attention that I had not considered as a comfort food. … Continue reading →

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Valentine’s Tofu . . . YUM!

Posted on February 14, 2012 by southernsgg

My Valentines’s Day thoughts are filled with chocolate. And there’s no reason you can’t indulge and still feel good about it. So Rebecca has come up with a chocolate mousse that’s sure to delight, and don’t let the first ingredient … Continue reading →

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The Comfort of Chicken

Posted on February 7, 2012 by southernsgg

A PLACE WHERE BOOKS AND FOOD COME TOGETHER A couple of weeks ago, a good friend called to tell me her father was dying. I went to the kitchen and started to cook. Cooking in sad times is not an … Continue reading →

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FIRE UP THE GRILL

Posted on May 31, 2011 by southernsgg

With the first days of June upon us, our thoughts turn to summer fare – cold watermelon, vine-ripened tomatoes fresh from the garden, and just about anything we can throw on the grill.  Meat, poultry, fish and veggies, it all … Continue reading →

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THE LOST SUMMER OF LOUISA MAE ALCOTT and LEMON ANGEL FOOD CAKE

Posted on May 3, 2011 by southernsgg

Kelly O’Connor McNees, the talented author of one of my new favorite books is coming to Chattanooga on Thursday to celebrate the paperback release of her debut novel, The Lost Summer of Louisa Mae Alcott!  We’re going to eat, talk … Continue reading →

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A STROKE OF GOOD FORTUNE

Posted on April 25, 2011 by southernsgg

A friend had a costume party for her birthday last year.  Only her women friends were invited, and we all dressed up as our favorite woman writers.  I was in charge of the food.  I went through a lot of … Continue reading →

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