Lewis County Herald - Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898

Summer spells all things delicious. The vegetables are coming in from the garden, and the fruit is ripe for the picking. I enjoy the flavors this time of year, and there is no limit to what one can...

I'm currently reading Vertamae Smart-Grosvenor's book, "Vibration Cooking: Or, The Travel Notes of a Geechee Girl". This book takes the reader on a trip to the low country region of South...

Happy belated Easter, friends. I hope everyone had a terrific Sunday with your families. This week, we take a look at an indulgent comfort food prepared in a mug. If you're cooking for one, or simply...

If you would like to show off your cooking prowess on Easter with a super-easy, yet outstanding recipe, Grandma's Brisket will take the prize. This brisket is tender, juicy, and flavorful, and is comp...

You know those recipes you read, and think: "This can't be good - it's too easy." This is one of those deceiving recipes, but it is absolutely terrific. If you have ten minutes to prep, your slow...

You don't see lemon paired with coconut often, nor do you see a simple, elegant cake assembled so easily with crushed shortbread cookies and ice cream. And here's the best part: the shortbread can be...

As a child, friends and I loved Velveeta Dip. Back then, it was a can of Rotel, and one block of Velveeta cheese melted in a pan on the stove, and we were set for Saturday night movie snacks. Because...

This recipe takes cast iron to the center of the table with a delicious, satisfying meal, all in one skillet. Cooks may also substitute vegan sausage for the chorizo, and the taste is still terrific....

Now that Christmas meal prep is behind us, I'm sharing a simple, quick side dish for all you busy cooks. This dish is rustic and delicious with no fuss. It also plates beautifully, and highlights one...

I've always loved good tamales, but I've never attempted to make them the traditional way. Apparently, there's an art to getting tamales just right, and this dish is a delicious-tasting substitute...

There's nothing quite like the smell of homemade bread baking in the oven. Whether it's a soft loaf of sour dough bread, my grandmother's Friendship Bread, or a simple loaf of sweet bread like this...

My favorite season of the year is just around the corner, and I look forward to all the wonderful things Fall represents: pumpkins, apple cider, candied apples, cozy sweaters, brilliant foliage,...

Nothing says a perfect marriage like peanut butter and chocolate. As I get older, I'm constantly working on ways to make my childhood favorites healthier so I can continue to enjoy them guilt-free....

Here's one for the busy moms now that school is back in session. Kids love cheeseburgers and pasta, so they will love this dish. This recipe can be made simply like the kids enjoy their food, or a...

I've loved the combination of chocolate and peanut butter my whole life. Some things just go better together; I'd say these two companions are at the top of that list! These bars are easy, decadent,...

If you're looking for a super-easy potato recipe you can make at home, or while camping, these potatoes are delicious. I have begun using red potatoes a lot more due to their delicious flavor. I also...

I love the taste of salty/sweet snacks. That's what makes this recipe a keeper in my book; easy, delicious, and 100% adaptable to folks who suffer from food allergies. Via substitutions, every...

There is no end to the flavor combinations you can achieve with this dish. Very simple and hearty, stuffed chicken can morph into whatever you feel like for dinner. Like spicy? Stuff with jalapeños an...

This delicious vegan salad has all the flavors of the southwest, with none of the guilt. I love to serve this dish with a side of roasted sweet potatoes cooked with a little spice (cayenne pepper or...

This recipe is a win-win for family supper, church socials, or any sports crowd. Designed to fill two pans, consider cutting this recipe in half if you're cooking for 3-4 people. Enjoy! Ingredients:...

This chicken salad recipe is a winner. The beautiful addition of fruit and green onions make it a showstopper sandwich, and the slivered almonds pack just the right amount of crunch and nutty flavor....

I don't know a single Southerner who hasn't grown up eating banana pudding. As iconic as pecan pies, biscuits and gravy, and barbecue will always be to the South, banana pudding will always have its p...

It's not often you run into a dish with so few ingredients, yet it is fast, easy, and delicious for your hungry family. I've included two recipes below: The first is super easy and requires only...