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Thanksgiving

Best Sour Cream Pound Cake

Ultimate Sweet Potato Cornbread

Pecan Pie Bars

Rich & Creamy Buttermilk Pie

Tropical Thanksgiving Punch

My FAVORITE Sweet Potato Pie

The BEST Million Dollar Pound Cake Recipe

How To Make Coconut Cream Cake

That Old-School Pecan Pie

Caramel Candied Yams

Old-School Hot Water Cornbread

How to Make Banana Pudding (From-Scratch)

Southern Pound Cake (Classic Pound Cake 101)

Sweet Potato Brownies w/ Marshmallow Glaze

The BEST Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Thanksgiving Side Dishes (The Must Haves)

How To Make Collard Greens: Southern Collard Greens 101

Southern Butter Pecan Cake

Easy Holiday Punch

Fried Sweet Potato Hand Pies

Lemon Velvet Cake w/ Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Southern Fried Cabbage & Bacon

Sweet Potato Pound Cake

Soul Food Turnip Greens

Hi, it's Monique!

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For over 15 years, I’ve been creating, perfecting, and sharing Southern, from-scratch recipes that feel like home. From cherished family recipes to soulful remakes, every dish you’ll find here is carefully tested in my North Carolina kitchen. No guesswork, just dependable results so you can cook with confidence. I’m so happy you’re here. Let’s get cooking!