caroljenn Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 What are your favorite Paula Deen recipes? Not including seafood (I don't like it- sorry!) Any other types- main dishes, sides, desserts...there are so many to choose from on the internet and I have a few of her books. It's hard to figure out which ones to choose next! It's a dilemma! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ellie Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I've always thought about making this one...but have never had the courage... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Does this woman have any recipes that don't promote heart-disease, obesity, and diabetes? She's a menace to public health. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alte Veste Academy Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I'm about to make her coconut cake for DS9's birthday. This will be the third year running that he has requested it. We eat extraordinarily healthfully the vast majority of our days. This cake, however, is everything a birthday cake should be. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckles Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Seriously Bill, We live in a free country. She is from the South. She is showing Southern recipes. We watch her all the time. If you don't like her, you don't have to watch her. She's no more of a menace than Anthony Bordain and his smoking and terrible language. OP, the gooey butter cake looks divine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esperella Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 One time when I was pregnant with DS1, I made something I saw her make. I'm afraid to ever make it again ha! It's a grilled peanut butter and honey sandwich, with bananas in it. You butter the bread, and when it's done cooking, roll it in granulated sugar. Yep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I've made her Barbeque Meatloaf several times. It's a family fav. Instead of brown sugar I sometimes use Splenda and a bit of molasses. I also don't always use that much bread crumbs. I think I might try substituting it for something GF next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monica_in_Switzerland Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I love the homemade rice-a-roni recipe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmvaughan4 Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 We like her beef stew and biscuits (two separate recipes). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shanvan Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 We like this cole slaw recipe. It's certainly not any more or less healthy than the typical cole slaw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXMomof4 Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Baked French Toast Casserole with Maple Syrup It's sooooo good I only make it for Christmas. As a bonus, I can prepare it the night before and just pop it in the oven to bake during present clean-up time. Prepare for a sugar coma later. Yesss! This is my all time favorite! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Seriously Bill, We live in a free country. She is from the South. She is showing Southern recipes. We watch her all the time. If you don't like her, you don't have to watch her. She's no more of a menace than Anthony Bordain and his smoking and terrible language. OP, the gooey butter cake looks divine! I dare you to Google "Obesity Rates by State" and look at the image maps. It looks like a thermonuclear device hit Mississippi and left a trail of destruction radiating through the South. Same with Type II Diabetes. 36% obesity rate (not overweight, but obese) in Mississippi now, with projections it will be in the mid-60s by 2030. Deep-fried twinkies (et al) are a bigger threat to this nation than al Qaeda. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freckles Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Bill, My point is that as Americans we are free to choose our own way. I don't care if someone eats twinkies all day and never exercises, or they eat only raw foods and run marathons. We have the right to do what we want without other people judging our choice. I would guess that the majority of her viewers know about moderation. I for one have no desire to live in a Nanny society where someone else thinks they know what is best for me. My grandpa ate a southern diet his whole life, and he lived to be in his 90's. He ate ice cream everyday. So much of the type 2 diabetes rise has to do with genetics and or lack of exercise. It isn't just diet. My guess is that you are not from the South. I am! When people criticize the culture I come from, I will get defensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jujsky Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I usually avoid Paula Dean recipes, but she does have a delicious one for pumpkin-cheesecake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I seriously can't stand Paula Deen but this recipe looks so yummy. I'm going to show it to my kids and see if they would eat it (they are strange about what they like/don't like). My grandfather ate red meat and drank whiskey 7 days a week and lived to be 90 (and in amazingly good health till nearly the end). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giraffe Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Gooey butter cakes are divine. I only make them once or twice a year since they're so, well, sugar coma inducing. DH especially likes it when I add a can of canned pumpkin, nutmeg, and cinnamon to the mix and make Gooey Pumpkin Cakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skyday Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I make her Sweet Potato Bake every year for Thanksgiving. I also love her Spinach and Artichoke Dip that I usually bring for get-togethers. Both recipes are from her Lady and Sons cookbook. Her cooking reminds me so much of my grandmother. She was from the low country of South Carolina and passed away last year at the age of 91. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heatherwith4 Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I bet she drinks K-Cups, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Bill, My point is that as Americans we are free to choose our own way. I don't care if someone eats twinkies all day and never exercises, or they eat only raw foods and run marathons. We have the right to do what we want without other people judging our choice. I would guess that the majority of her viewers know about moderation. I for one have no desire to live in a Nanny society where someone else thinks they know what is best for me. My grandpa ate a southern diet his whole life, and he lived to be in his 90's. He ate ice cream everyday. So much of the type 2 diabetes rise has to do with genetics and or lack of exercise. It isn't just diet. My guess is that you are not from the South. I am! When people criticize the culture I come from, I will get defensive. It is not "defending" anyone to not recognize the diet promulgated by Paula Deen is suicide-by-food-choice. It is manifestly unhealthful and a threat to public health. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Does this woman have any recipes that don't promote heart-disease, obesity, and diabetes? She's a menace to public health. Bill Holy Generalizations, Batman! What does any recipe 'promote?' Recipes don't have agendas. I think I'm healthier than most people half my age. I dance at least 8 hours a week and am lucky enough to naturally prefer healthy foods. However, the dish I took to my dance troupe's Christmas party on Saturday was Paula Deen's Not Yo Mama's Banana Pudding. It's so rich you can only eat a little bit, but it's a crowd pleaser and a well-deserved treat. I'm more satisfied by a small amount of rich, creamy, fatty goodness than by a whole plateful of a lighter, 'smarter' dessert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 It is not "defending" anyone to not recognize the diet promulgated by Paula Deen is suicide-by-food-choice. It is manifestly unhealthful and a threat to public health. Bill Do you really believe that ANYONE who publishes a cookbook expects people to cook with only those recipes every day? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Do you really believe that ANYONE who publishes a cookbook expects people to cook with only those recipes every day? I think an ethical cookbook author would publish a variety of nutritious recipes that people could eat day in and day out that would promote their heath and well-being. Publishing manifestly unhealthful cookbooks makes one a merchant of death. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giraffe Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Just had an image of Paula Deen dressed as the Grim Reaper, scythe in one hand, a plate of Gooey Butter Cakes in the other. Had to chuckle. Other than that, I'll stay out of this one. I'm from South Georgia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jelbe5 Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I have made this crock-pot Mac and cheese once in a while. I have not ever omitted eggs. I received a lot of compliments from older ladies in my church when I made this. It might not be very healthy but it is delicious! http://www.food.com/recipe/paula-deen-crock-pot-macaroni-and-cheese-257276 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I just made an adapted version of her caramel apple cheesecake bars for Thanksgiving http://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/2010/09/caramel-apple-cheesecake-bars.html They were fabulous, but very rich. Definitely a special-occasion kind of dessert. I think I'd halve it and make just a 9x9 next time because a 9 x 13 was too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Gosh, and I thought this thread was about recipes suggestions............................... :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I once saw her bake bread pudding out of Krispy Kreme donuts :lol: I can take some of her ideas and make them homemade though. She uses a lot of canned stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelli Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Love me some Paula Deen around here, but only on special occasions like other pps have mentioned. Smothered Porkchops (this one is not bad for you) Cream Biscuits (only two ingredients and no butter or shortening) Symphony Brownies (the best brownies EVER!) Black and Blue Cobbler (this is Paula's base cobbler recipes but I switched the fruit from peaches to blueberries and blackberries) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Bacon wrapped green beans are the bomb and carb friendly. http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/green-bean-bundles-recipe/index.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Holy cow. I enjoy baking, but I'm not huge into sweets. I told K and A today I want to bake lots of cookies, but who will eat them all?! A said, "Mom, I will eat anything sweet for you, you don't have to worry, I can help you with this problem." LOL :lol: How nice of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Bacon wrapped green beans are the bomb and carb friendly. http://www.foodnetwo...cipe/index.html SO many things wrapped in bacon are delish! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Ok, and now that's LC. Sounds incredible. They are so yummy...my dh is a hflc eater and loves these. I make them every week without fail. Delicious! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I dare you to Google "Obesity Rates by State" and look at the image maps. It looks like a thermonuclear device hit Mississippi and left a trail of destruction radiating through the South. Same with Type II Diabetes. 36% obesity rate (not overweight, but obese) in Mississippi now, with projections it will be in the mid-60s by 2030. Deep-fried twinkies (et al) are a bigger threat to this nation than al Qaeda. Bill Well, we should just let all those southerners die off and let the healthy Californian liberals take over! They can spread their enlightenment all over the country. Oh snap, I totally forgot about ObamaCare....well that does ruin the plan. And come to think of it, liberals don't seem to reproduce nearly as much as everyone else. This is going to be much harder than I thought. Darwin, you so crazy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Well, we should just let all those southerners die off and let the healthy Californian liberals take over! They can spread their enlightenment all over the country. Oh snap, I totally forgot about ObamaCare....well that does ruin the plan. And come to think of it, liberals don't seem to reproduce nearly as much as everyone else. This is going to be much harder than I thought. Darwin, you so crazy! If you dare, take a look at the "life expectancy" maps of the Unites States. It is the same overlay as the obesity and Type II diabetes maps. Absolute devistation in the South. It is not like this sort of "diet" doesn't have serious consequences. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sassenach Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 If you dare, take a look at the "life expectancy" maps of the Unites States. It is the same overlay as the obesity and Type II diabetes maps. Absolute devistation in the South. It is not like this sort of "diet" doesn't have serious consequences. Bill You're such an agreeable guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 You're such an agreeable guy. Why would I "agree" with things that destroy lives and well-being? Think about it. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I need to do that bacon Brussels sprouts thing you posted. They are divine. I'll shave a few of my life expectancy if it means eating good food AND staying skinny. :rolleyes: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spy Car Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 They are divine. I'll shave a few of my life expectancy if it means eating good food AND staying skinny. :rolleyes: It is more than "a few" years. And it is not just about life expectancy, it is also about quality of life. One can eat very delicious food that sustains life. Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I think an ethical cookbook author would publish a variety of nutritious recipes that people could eat day in and day out that would promote their heath and well-being. Publishing manifestly unhealthful cookbooks makes one a merchant of death. Bill Soooo, it's unethical to publish a cookbook on a single topic like desserts or breads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Yeah I guess pastry chefs are right up there with pimps and drug dealers. LOL Pimps, pastry chefs, meh...one in the same :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest inoubliable Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 Just had an image of Paula Deen dressed as the Grim Reaper, scythe in one hand, a plate of Gooey Butter Cakes in the other. I want this on a tshirt. Someone make that happen? I can't stand the woman. Her recipes make my arteries clog and harden just thinking about them, and they don't even seem tasty! JMO. Plus, I met her a while back when she came through a town to promote a..Virginia ham product. Her accent is nothing like how she speaks on TV or for reporters. That annoyed me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DragonFaerie Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I'm not much of a cook, but I've enjoyed both of these: http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/mississippi_mud_cake/ http://www.pauladeen.com/recipes/recipe_view/tomato_pie/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted December 12, 2012 Share Posted December 12, 2012 I want this on a tshirt. Someone make that happen? I can't stand the woman. Her recipes make my arteries clog and harden just thinking about them, and they don't even seem tasty! JMO. Plus, I met her a while back when she came through a town to promote a..Virginia ham product. Her accent is nothing like how she speaks on TV or for reporters. That annoyed me. Interesting. I've long thought that her accent sounded "put-on". Actually her whole persona, right down to her insanely-unhealthy recipes seem that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest inoubliable Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Interesting. I've long thought that her accent sounded "put-on". Actually her whole persona, right down to her insanely-unhealthy recipes seem that way. She was incredibly fake-sweet when she was there. And her accent was waaaay less thick, until her "people" told it was time to roll. So...yeah. She sorta disgusts me just like her food. LOL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caroljenn Posted December 13, 2012 Author Share Posted December 13, 2012 Wow! Lots of replies! I have to say, I don't really care about the health food aspect of Paula's cooking, I think her foods are meant to be eaten sparingly. I will make one of her recipes once or twice a month, from organic food- I don't think I'm going to help give my family diabetes or heart disease from one or two meals a month. I think a better way to get sick is to eat non-organic, pesticide and GMO laden foods!! I think some of the recipes sound fabulous! The French toast and pork chops are right up my alley, and if I would make the Krispy Kreme donut pudding, hubby would be delighted. He's NOT going to get the KK pudding, by the way! Talk about a heart attack on a plate! I made her 5 layer bars (aka Hello Dolly Bars) this weekend as a test for Christmas goodies to give out. They were DIVINE! I only ate about an eighth of a cup of the fallen-apart bars, and couldn't eat any more because of the richness. I don't care if she's fake or her accent is too much, the woman can cook!! Can't wait to try out more recipes! Thanks everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 Scallops Charleston Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 My favorite Paula Deen recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/english-peas-recipe/index.html The comments section is pretty amusing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 My favorite Paula Deen recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/paula-deen/english-peas-recipe/index.html The comments section is pretty amusing. I laughed so hard at this. My family made me stop reading the comments aloud. They didn't share my enthusiasm. 👠Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest inoubliable Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 I laughed so hard at this. My family made me stop reading the comments aloud. They didn't share my enthusiasm. 👠"I subbed in carrots and this came out great. I take on every recipe as a personal challenge." That one had me laughing so hard, it was really just me snorting over and over again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted December 13, 2012 Share Posted December 13, 2012 "I subbed in carrots and this came out great. I take on every recipe as a personal challenge." That one had me laughing so hard, it was really just me snorting over and over again. My favorite was the lady who made 'a few substitutions' and ended up with a rum cake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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