Nancy Thomas is the copy editor for The Apopka Chief. She also authors the Kitchen Kapers with Nancy column every week.
Easy Memorial Day recipes you won’t forgetNancy Thomas
Even as we remember that this is a somber day set aside for honoring our fallen brothers and sisters, mothers and fathers, sons and daughters; friends all… who made the ultimate sacrifice in honor of our…
Taking the pressure off evening mealsNancy Thomas
Delish.com says, “We’re going back to the basics with this perfectly simple side dish: all you need is salt, pepper, and olive oil to make perfectly tender, caramelized carrots.“
Happy Mother’s Day to all you Moms out there!Nancy Thomas
According to Historycooperative.org, the inaugural Mother’s Day was initiated on May 10, 1908, in Grafton, West Virginia, by Anna Jarvis after the death of her mother. Anna was…
Homestyle favorites from scampi to sunshine pieNancy Thomas
The following recipe for Chicken Carbonara comes from Ree Drummond’s thepioneerwoman.com website. The flavorful pasta recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes. Ree says, “This chicken…
Taco Tuesday and beyond: cheesy, savory and sweetNancy Thomas
For the perfect comfort food to cover your next Taco Tuesday or just about any day of the week, we have a hearty Tex-Mex taco lasagna that is cheesy, delicious, and perfect for a crowd. Besides being flavorful for days, it is also a great way to stretch…
Dumplings, casserole and a table full of comfortNancy Thomas
We have a lovely (and simple to follow) recipe for chicken and dumplings from a blog named The Novice Chef Blog. I quote, “This Southern Homemade Chicken and Dumplings…
A classic Easter table with ham and spring sidesNancy Thomas
From Ree Drummond’s www.thepioneerwoman website, we have her recipe for Glazed Easter Ham. She says, “Look for a fully-cooked, bone-in ham that isn't spiral cut - it stays juicier in the oven!…
Spicy Creole, skillet potatoes and a sweet finishNancy Thomas
We have a recipe from The Southern Slow Cooker for Shrimp Creole. Kendra Morris says, “Louisiana Creole cooking has a diverse array of influences, which includes those of…
A southern spread from crock pot to candy dishNancy Thomas
Chicken and Rice cooked in the Crock Pot makes enough food for eight servings. This recipe comes to you from Mandy Rivers, the creator of SouthYourMouth!
A St. Patrick’s Day table with corned beef and moreNancy Thomas
According to Wikipedia, St. Patrick’s Day was made an official Christian feast day in the early 17th century and is now celebrated in more countries than any…












