Sharis Mariner

Introduction There’s something magical about waking up to the smell of buttery biscuits baking in the oven. I still remember my first true Southern breakfast — a cozy diner off a country road in Tennessee, where the biscuits were so soft they almost melted, and the gravy was rich enough to make you forget about … Read more

There’s something about Southern comfort food that just feels like home — especially when it’s crispy, golden, and cooked in a cast-iron skillet. These Southern Salmon Patties are the kind of recipe your grandma probably made on busy weeknights. I still remember my mom mixing canned salmon with onion and eggs, shaping the patties while … Read more

Introduction Let me tell you how this Fireball Whiskey Jalapeño Popper Burger was born. It started one summer evening when I was craving something wild — something that said barbecue night meets viral TikTok heat. My friend Jake dared me to add Fireball Whiskey to my burger mix, and you know what? The cinnamon kick … Read more

Ingredients You’ll Need Here’s everything you need to build a classic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich at home (makes 4 sandwiches). For the Steak & Veggies For the Cheese & Rolls Optional Add-Ins Tools You’ll Need You don’t need anything fancy to pull off a great Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich. How to Make a Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich 1. … Read more

Ingredients You’ll Need Here’s everything you need for Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce. For the Bread Pudding Optional: 1–2 tablespoons bourbon in the custard for a deeper bourbon flavor For the Bourbon Sauce For Serving Tools You’ll Need You don’t need any fancy equipment to make Bread Pudding with Bourbon Sauce. How to Make Bread … Read more

Ingredients You’ll Need For the Crab Cakes For the Remoulade Sauce For Serving Tools You’ll Need How to Make Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce 1. Make the remoulade sauce First, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped pickle, capers, hot sauce, smoked paprika, Old Bay, and garlic in a small bowl. Then season … Read more

Ingredients You’ll Need For the Chili Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, sour cream, sliced green onion, jalapeño, crushed tortilla chips For the Cornbread Tools You’ll Need How to Make Southern Chili with Cornbread 1. Brown the beef and sauté the veggies First, set a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef … Read more

Introduction When I first heard about Root Beer Float Pie, I thought it sounded like something straight out of a 1950s soda shop. And honestly? That’s exactly what it tastes like — creamy, bubbly nostalgia with every bite. This recipe started one summer evening when I ran out of ice cream for actual root beer … Read more

There’s something magical about a Sweet Potato Pie — it’s like a cozy blanket baked into a golden crust. Every Thanksgiving, my grandma would pull one from the oven, the air rich with cinnamon, nutmeg, and that unmistakable warmth of sweet potatoes caramelizing just right. I remember sneaking in to “test” a bite, promising to … Read more

Introduction There’s something magical about the sound of steak hitting a hot skillet. That sizzle, the buttery aroma that fills your kitchen, the anticipation of that first juicy bite — it’s pure happiness. These Juicy Steak Bites are my go-to when I crave steakhouse flavor without the fancy reservation. I still remember the first time … Read more