Featuring Southern comfort food made simple and shareable.
What's New in My Kitchen
"Every recipe on this site is tested in my kitchen to make sure it works the first time."
Fresh from my kitchen! These are my newest Southern recipes, simple, flavorful, and tested to make your next meal easy and delicious.
Recipe Makeovers - Even Better the Second Time
Tried, tested, and even better than before! These updated favorites include clearer steps and helpful tips to guarantee delicious results every time.
No-Fuss Weeknight Dinners You'll Make on Repeat
Busy day? These easy weeknight dinners are simple, kitchen-tested, and full of flavor-perfect for getting a delicious meal on the table without a lot of time or fuss.
- Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry30 Minutes
- The Best Shrimp and Chicken Fried Rice30 Minutes
- Quick and Easy Pecan-Crusted Fish Fillets21 Minutes
- Easy Shrimp Quesadillas with Bacon Recipe20 Minutes
- Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Thighs Recipe with Rub35 Minutes
- Creamy Cajun Shrimp (20 Minutes)20 Minutes
- Roasted Shrimp Pasta Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette18 Minutes
- Chicken Pesto with Mozzarella (Easy, Juicy & Ready in 30 Minutes)25 Minutes
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Cinco de Mayo Favorites (Easy, Festive & Crowd-Pleasing)
Festive flavors, no complicated prep required.
Ready to celebrate? These Cinco de Mayo favorites are festive, flavorful, and easy to make-perfect for everything from casual family dinners to laid-back get-togethers with friends.
- 47 Best Cinco de Mayo Recipes and Menu Ideas
- Ultimate Frozen Margaritas Recipe
- Easy Chicken Taco Casserole (Ready in 30 Minutes!)
- Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos with Avocado Lime Crema
- Mexican Beef Rice Skillet (Quick and Easy)
- Ultimate Loaded Ground Beef Nachos (Easy Oven Recipe)
- Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas (Easy, Make-Ahead Casserole)
- Walking Taco Casserole Recipe
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Easy Spring Brunch Ideas (Perfect for Mother's Day)
Simple dishes that feel special-but won't keep you in the kitchen all morning.
Planning something special? These easy spring brunch ideas are fresh, flavorful, and tested in my kitchen; perfect for celebrating Mother's Day without the stress.
- 38 Easy Mother's Day Recipes and Brunch Ideas (Make Mom Feel Special)
- Sausage Egg Bites (Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Muffins)
- Cottage Cheese Egg Bake (Make-Ahead)
- Old-Fashioned Fruit Salad with Orange Simple Syrup
- French Toast Bites Recipe – Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- Best Cajun Shrimp and Grits Recipe (Creamy and Cheesy)
- Easy Bacon Spinach Quiche with Fresh Tomatoes
- Eggs Benedict Breakfast Casserole (Overnight with Foolproof Blender Hollandaise)
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Easy Desserts That Feel a Little Fancy (But Aren't)
Pretty enough for company, easy enough for a Tuesday night.
Want something a little special without the extra work? These easy desserts look impressive but are simple, kitchen-tested, and perfect for when you want a sweet treat that feels just a little fancy.
- 15 Easy Spring Desserts Everyone Will Love
- Easy Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake Recipe
- Frozen Fantasies: 18 Easy Dreamy Ice Cream and Sherbet Recipes to Try Now!
- Old-Fashioned Strawberry Pie with Jello
- Strawberry Trifle with Angel Food Cake
- Easy Key Lime Mousse
- Lemon Cheesecake with Lemon Curd (Creamy, Bright & Foolproof)
- Strawberry Sensations: 20 Irresistible Recipes for Every Occasion
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Reader Favorites & Southern Comfort Classics
These are the tried-and-true favorites readers come back to. If you're new here, this is a great place to start. Every recipe is simple, comforting, and made to be shared.
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About Me:
Hello, I’m Sharon Rigsby, blogger, recipe developer, videographer, and photographer for Grits and Pinecones®. I have over 50 years of experience in the kitchen, and I like nothing better than developing and reimagining recipes for my family, friends, and you!
Easy One-Pot Meals (Less Cleanup, More Flavor)
Big flavor, fewer dishes, and a whole lot less fuss.
Less cleanup, more flavor! These easy one-pot meals are simple, kitchen-tested, and perfect for getting a delicious dinner on the table without a sink full of dishes.
- Quick & Easy Mexican Pork Stew Recipe (15 minutes)
- Cajun Sausage and Rice (One Skillet Dinner)
- Easy Baked Ravioli (4-Ingredients)
- Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Pasta: A One-Pot Family Favorite
- Greek Chicken Soup with Lemon and Orzo (Avgolemono)
- Creole Seafood Jambalaya Recipe – Shrimp and Sausage)
- Easy French Onion Soup Chicken Casserole
- Easy Hamburger Noodle Casserole with Cheese
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Fresh & Easy Seafood Recipes for Spring and Summer
Light, flavorful meals that taste like a little trip to the coast.
Light, fresh, and full of flavor, these easy seafood recipes are kitchen-tested and perfect for spring and summer dinners that come together quickly without a lot of fuss.
- Oven-Baked Parmesan Grouper Fillets (Ready in 20 Minutes)
- Baked Snapper Fillets (Quick, Easy and Crispy)
- Crab Stuffed Shrimp (Easy & Elegant)
- Easy Pan-Seared Red Snapper Recipe with Mango Salsa
- Easy Grilled Grouper with Mango Salsa
- Easy Southern Blue Crab Cakes
- Garlic Butter Cast-Iron Seared Scallops (Ready in 15 Minutes)
- Best Bacon Wrapped Shrimp Recipe with Brown Sugar
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Light & Fresh Spring Dinners
Bright flavors, simple ingredients, and meals that don't weigh you down.
Ready for something a little lighter? These fresh spring dinners are simple, flavorful, and kitchen-tested-perfect for easy meals that don't feel heavy.
- Mediterranean Chicken and Rice Casserole (Easy One-Pan Bake)
- Brown Butter Skillet Gnocchi with Mushrooms
- Chicken Salad with Cranberries and Pecans
- Easy Creamy Mushroom Carbonara Recipe with Bacon
- Wild Rice Chicken Salad with Cranberries
- Easy Lemon Pepper Salmon Recipe (Oven-Baked)
- Best Caprese Flatbread (Quick and Easy)
- Ultimate Mediterranean Chicken Bowl
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