Country@Heart Dinner Diaries
Alabama Red Beans & Rice
By Tim H. Martin
I've had a couple of friends from New Orleans ask me what made these "Alabama" red beans and rice. I reminded them that Louisiana isn't the only state with Cajun and Creole culture. Alabama has plenty of Cajuns, too, down in our own bayou ... READ MORE
Chicken & Buttermilk Dunklins
By Tim H. Martin
Seems like most chicken and dumpling recipes are too thin and soupy for my taste. And they leave guests fighting for their fair share of dumplings. Not my recipe! When proportioning it out, I accounted for those common shortcomings and crea... READ MORE
Winter’s Day Etouffee
By Tim H. Martin
Winter's Day Etouffée Recipe: Author's Note:• If you’re not a big fan of mudbugs, don’t fret — substituting shrimp is an excellent alternative. To Begin:• First, peel and de-vein 1 to 1 1/2 pounds raw shri... READ MORE
Gwin’s Alaska-sized Breakfast Burrito
By Tim H. Martin
Recipes Courtesy of Gwin’s Roadhouse, Cooper Landing, Alaska Ingredients (per burrito): • Butter, to scramble eggs and sauté pepper and onions • 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced • 1/4 cup red onion, diced &... READ MORE
Blazing Saddle Cowboy Beans
By Tim H. Martin
This mighty meaty medley of beans is a side dish tailor-made for hunting camps, tailgates, family gatherings and church functions. An improved version of chuck wagon beans, this hearty recipe will steal the show at any potluck dinner. It pa... READ MORE