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Vintage “Cheaper by the Dozen” Spare Ribs

This Vintage Charleston recipe for “Cheaper by the Dozen Spare Ribs” came from my “Charleston Receipts” recipe book I bought last year on one of my many visits to this historic favorite destination. I was inspired to make it for a little step back in time, and it turned out to be a most delicious meal. It uses very basic ingredients and easily and quickly comes together for a tasty family meal “on a budget.”

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Crockpot Pork Barbeque

This Crockpot Pork Barbeque is one of the easiest slow-cooker meals you’ll make with a delicious fulfilling result. Made with Guinness stout, onions and spices, it’s also a budget friendly dinner for 4-6 people. You can serve this savory dish with sides like mashed potatoes and green beans or just make simple BBQ sandwiches with slaw and your favorite barbeque or hot sauce. Easy recipe.

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Smoked Sausage Jambalaya

With Mardi Gras around the corner, I was inspired to create a homemade Smoked Sausage Jambalaya to bring a little taste of New Orleans to our dinner table. It’s said that the Jambalaya dish origin was created by mixing French and Spanish cuisines together, now considered “American Creole.” Whatever the history, it’s a flavor fest for your tastebuds, a sweet spicy heat and very satisfying and cozy meal. Made using Poppa Earles Cajun Seasoning for an authentic taste of Louisiana.

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Cajun Turkey Chili

Need a recipe to transform your leftover Thanksgiving turkey? This Cajun Turkey Chili is a total transformation and easily thrown together for an effortless crockpot slow cook. (You can easily use chicken as well.) With the help of Poppa Earle’s Cajun Seasoning and a few other simple ingredients, this cozy chili is full of flavor and brings some added spicy heat to warm you up on a cold day.

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Slow Cooker Brunswick Stew

This delicious recipe for Brunswick Stew was given to me by my Grandmother and modified for an easy crockpot slow cook. Chicken, stewed beef, tomatoes, potatoes, onions, butter beans are the main ingredients, along with a few simple add-ins for the tasty broth. Try this easy recipe for a simple, yet delicious crockpot meal for a large crowd or family.

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Healthier Sloppy Joes

Try my version of Healthier Sloppy Joes by sneaking in a few extra veggies into the ground beef, then switching up buns for different vegetable vessels that provide nutrients. Potatoes, peppers and zucchini can be the perfect vessel to enjoy your sloppy joes!

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Juicy Oven Baked Chicken

Juicy, delicious, and easy to make! This Oven Baked Chicken is so flavorful and quick to make, using simple ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

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