Bless Your Heart

What would the South be without deviled eggs at the churchpotluck, ora family reunion where nobody rememberedto makebaked beans and sweet tea? Is it possible to celebrate aholiday without crunchy sweet potato casserole? PatsyCaldwell and Amy Lyles Wilson don't think so, either.Every occasion inthe South comes with its own essential menu, and they're all here in thiscollection of time-honored favorites. Want to show your team pride with the spread at your nexttailgating bash?Lifelong SouthernersPatsy and Amy have got you covered with desserts that boastevery color in the SEC. No matter theparticular momentof life you encounter,this is your go-to encyclopedia of Southern cooking and traditions around thetable. InBless Your Heart, you'll find dishes such as: ButtermilkPie with Pecans Beef Stroganoff Cajun Green Beans Chili Cheese Pie Peach Pecan Muffins Bless Your Heartprovidesrecipesthatare proven to comfort and satisfy your family andthe people who may as well be kin. Whether the occasion is a holiday gathering,a garden party, or one of life's unexpected events, food is the commondenominator in the South.Patsyand Amyunderstand the craft of Southern cooking, and how few things are asnurturing as a meal lovingly prepared in the traditions of the South. There's a recipe here for every situation in which aSoutherner may findthemself.You'llenjoy the familiar stories of traditions in Dixie along the wayand no doubtpick up a new idea or two of ways to celebrate Southern culture, nourish your lovedones, and make new memories.