Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels

Flaky puff pastry wrapped around smoky ham, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and a sweet‑tangy mustard sauce. Simple, cozy, and always a hit.

Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pinwheels

There’s just something about puff pastry appetizers that feels a little special, even when they’re simple as can be. There are so many ways to use them for little bites and they make things look a little fancy!

Around the holidays those puff pastry sheets are about near impossible to find around here. Once I had to run all over town to 4 stores before I found the very last package! So... make sure that you stock up in your freezer for those party appetizers!!

Banana Pudding Fluff

A quick and creamy Banana Pudding Fluff made with homemade whipped cream, instant pudding, crushed vanilla wafers, and fresh bananas. Light, fluffy, and ready after a short chill, it’s an easy shortcut dessert.

Banana Pudding Fluff

If you’ve been around my kitchen for any length of time, you already know where I stand: the best banana pudding starts with a homemade custard - silky, rich, and cooked low and slow.

But some days call for something fast, fun, and just a little whimsical. This Banana Pudding Fluff is exactly that.

Swamp Potatoes (Viral TikTok - My Way)

A hearty, down‑home bowl of tender potatoes, smoky sausage, sweet peppers, and country‑style vegetables simmered together into the kind of comforting one‑pot meal that tastes like it’s been cooking all afternoon.

Swamp Potatoes with Smoked Sausage and Green Beans (Viral TikTok - My Way)

You've probably seen some version of this viral "Swamp Potatoes" recipe on the socials here lately, but this combination of ingredients ain't nothing new to those of us who live in the Deep South!

In fact, if you grew up anywhere near the Gulf Coast, you already know there’s nothing more comforting than a pot of potatoes, andouille and green beans simmering away on the stove. It's been a regular meal from back in the day, and it’s still a favorite now - I can easily make a meal out of it myself. 

But as social media goes, give it a catchy name, post it online, and suddenly old classics feel brand new again!

Chicken Salad Round Up

A fresh roundup of my favorite chicken salads - from classic and creamy to fruity, crunchy, savory, and Southern tea‑room inspired - all from Deep South Dish. Whether you love a simple deli‑style scoop, a loaded mix‑in bowl, or a fun wrap, this collection brings together all the ways chicken salad can shine.

Chicken Salad Round Up

I love a good chicken salad, and over the years I've gathered up enough variations that I thought it was time to put them up into a round up for the website!

These are the ones I reach for when a good scoop of chicken salad just hits the spot. From simple classics to loaded mix‑in bowls, fruity twists, savory blends, and even a Southern tearoom favorite, this roundup celebrates every style of chicken salad I’ve shared over the years.

Whether you’re packing lunches, planning a light supper, or just craving something cool and comforting, there’s a recipe here you’ll want to bookmark.