More often than not, a cast of thousands enjoys most Christmas feasts. At least that’s how it was, and sometimes still is, with our family. Years ago when it was simply Mama’s father, her siblings (wh..

Each turkey will serve about 10 to 12 2 fresh turkeys, each about 10 to 12 pounds 1 large yellow onion, minced 8 cloves garlic, peeled

This makes 2 loaf cakes, which can be frozen. Completely defrost before serving. Great when warmed a bit in the oven. 2 cups sugar 3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups chopped apples (peeled) 1 teaspoo..

Dr. Gumbo's St. Stevie Sauce is a glorious one made with shrimp. It, too, is great tossed with pasta, but hey, you can also serve it over grilled, baked or fried fish. BAKED FISH FILLETS Makes 4 servi..

Makes 10 to 12 servings 2 cups yellow grits, cooked according to package directions 3 large eggs, slightly beaten ½ pound grated cheddar cheese 1 cup milk 1 stick butter

BAKED RICE PUDDING Makes 6 to 8 servings 4 cups milk 4 eggs, lightly beaten 3/4 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

In honor of the late Eula Mae Dore, who cooked for the McIlhenneys on Avery Island for more than 40 years, you MUST try these hamburgers. Oh, and her hot dog chili is the best around! 6 pounds ground..

Serves 4 6 pounds large shrimp, heads on (don’t peel them) 2 sticks butter 3/4 cups olive oil 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

When gloomy, gray, damp days hover around too long, I crave for buttery, rich dishes. Try as I may to stay away from such things, sometimes I just gotta have them! Such was the case last week when a..

(makes 4 servings) Water 1 (12-ounce) bottle of beer (optional) 2 ears of corn, shucked and each broken into 4 pieces 1 pound smoked sausage, cut crosswise into 2-inch pieces 8 small red potatoe..