Spicy Black-Eyed Pea Soup with Bacon

This filling black-eyed pea soup made with bacon, tomatoes, and Swiss cheese has a spicy kick thanks to the jalapenos.

Salt Rising Bread

This bread demands a delicate, tricky process that will give you a uniquely delicious result. Starter is made from salt, cornmeal and sugar in milk, which can easily take a full day before the breadmaking commences.

Grilled Potato Wedges with Fresh Herbs

Try this variation of grilled potato wedges seasoned with fresh herbs and olive oil. The potatoes go directly onto the grill, no foil necessary.

Gruyere-Mushroom Puff Pastry Bites

These savory Gruyere-mushroom puff pastry bites make an elegant yet easy party appetizer. Substitute fresh thyme leaves instead of dried thyme if you prefer.

Smothered Collard Greens and Cabbage

Cabbage and collard greens are fried with plenty of smoky bacon, seasoned with greens seasoning, and simmered until meltingly tender.

True Manhattan

A classic drink. Stir, most Manhattan drinkers like it that way. Shake it only when asked to do so. May be served up or on the rocks.

Baked Sweet Potato with Onions and Red Peppers

Onions, peppers, vegetarian meat, and a dollop of yogurt are placed on top of a baked sweet potato. This is a very simple and satisfying weeknight meal that is simple to adapt based on what is in the pantry.