Today, Simple Plate (the blog) is 2! And every two-year old KNOWS a birthday party is a MUST. So, to quiet my inner 2 year old, WE'RE HAVING A PARTY! And You are getting the presents. Of course, you'll need to do a few things to participate in ... Read the Post
The Most Dangerous Recipe Ever
Blue Cheese Potato Salad
Southern women pride themselves on their cooking. And a memorable potato salad is but one of the jewels in the southern cook's crown. I particularly love potato salad. And Spring brings on all sorts of occasions to show off my mad skills with my ... Read the Post
Shrimp Scampi Fra Diavolo Recipe
Fra Diavolo (Italian for "Brother Devil") is the name given to a spicy sauce for pasta or seafood. We like a little heat with our food .We love garlic. We love seafood. And butter? Its all I'll use. This is a go to recipe for me, and frankly ... Read the Post
Deep South Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
I have a serious love affair with all things dairy. Particularly cheese. (yeah I know) I'd been craving a great home made mac and cheese (no blue box powder here) and found this gem in a box of recipes and old cookbooks I'd bought a few years ago in ... Read the Post
Southern Fish Tacos & Trail Slaw Recipe
Coastal living encourages recipe creativity. Seafood is so readily available and with creole cajun in my blood, we're always adding a dash of 'bam' to dinner.. Here's one of my favorite mid week dinners. Fish Tacos and Trail Slaw makes a hearty ... Read the Post
Uncle Louie’s “Black Jack” Whiskey Balls Recipe
"Uncle Louie" loved the holidays! He loved the bird, the dressing , the Italian sausage and most of all he loved the goodies. These were one of his favorites he requested every year. These pack a 'punch' but the flavor mellows over time. Similar to ... Read the Post