What You Will About Spicy Cheese Sticks

• CHEESE!!!! There are four kinds of cheese on these guys! Feta, Cheddar, Mozz & Parm!!! So much cheese! So much YUM!
• Spicy – You might think – hot sauce? But that first bite will have you saying HOT SAUCE!
• Crunchy! I love the thin crust because the edges are nice and crunchy!

Ingredients for Spicy Garlic Cheese Sticks

These Spicy Garlic Cheese Bread Sticks are so cheesy! Four kinds of cheese – you’ll love them! Here’s what you need:

• Thin Crust Pizza Dough – I bought the Pillsbury Thin Crust – it doesn’t spread out much but it was enough to get 16 good sized cheesy sticks out of it!
• Frank’s Red Hot Sauce – Love this stuff! You can use your choice but that’s what Rotolo’s uses.
• Salted Butter – you can use unsalted butter but I always have salted and this is a savory recipe – so it works.
• Fresh Garlic – this is another recipe where I recommend fresh garlic cloves vs jarlic. It’s a big part of the recipe and you want the strong flavor!
• Feta cheese – Cheese #1 – I prefer to buy the block and break into coarse crumbs
• Cheddar cheese – Cheese #2 – For this I would use mild or regular and probablhy not the extra-sharp cheddar cheese
• Mozzarella cheese – Cheese #3 – Always Mozzarella! Cheese pull!
• Parmesan cheese – Cheese #4 – For the BITE!

Recipe Variations

These cheese sticks are so yum on their own but feel free to tweak them for your tastes – here are a few ideas:

• Red Pepper Flakes – sprinkle those flakes on for more spicy! Or you could add some Italian seasoning.
• Pepperoni – throw pepperoni on and it’s a pizza!
• More Cheese – you could add some provolone or even chunks of ricotta or fresh mozzarella
• Mushrooms – cheese & mushroom pizza is my favorite! I would love some shroomies on this cheesy bread!

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How to make Spicy Garlic Cheese Sticks

These are so easy – the most time consuming part is grating the cheese – but I bought this snazzy rotary cheese grater so even THAT was easy! (or you can use a food processor)

1. Preheat oven to 375º
2. Lightly spray a pizza pan or rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray
3. Spread pizza dough over pizza pan into a rectangle
4. Follow directions on pizza dough. Refrigerated crust directed to pre-bake for 6 minutes. 
5. While pre-baking crust, melt butter in microwaveable dish for 20 seconds at a time until melted
6. Remove butter from microwave and whisk in garlic and hot sauce
7. Remove crust from oven and pour butter mixture onto the pizza crust and use a pastry brush to spread out butter over entire crust
8. Sprinkle on all four cheeses
9. Bake for an additional 6-10 minutes until cheeses are golden brown. Change oven to LOW Broil for 2-3 minutes to brown cheese lightly.
10. Use a pizza cutter to slice into 16 sticks. Sprinkle with more hot sauce and Dip in Ranch Dressing or Blue Cheese Dressing for more fun!

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Best Air Fryer Accessories

Here’s my ultimate list of best air fryer accessories – whether you have a basket- or oven-style appliance! I’ve also included a price guide as well as my favorite recipes for those accessories.

More Cheesy Appetizers

• Little Caesars Italian Cheese Bread
• Air Fryer Garlic Cheese Bread
• Buffalo Chicken Flatbread

Pizza Place Copycat Recipes

• Little Caesars Crazy Puffs
• Dominos Parmesan Bread Bites
• Papa Johns Jalapeno Cheese Bites
• Dominos Loaded Tater Tots

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Spicy Cheese Sticks

These Spicy Cheese Sticks are a loaded spicy garlic cheese bread like you've never had before! I got the idea from Rotolo's Pizza in Gulf Shores – they call them Chalmette Cheesesticks. Theses sticks have hot sauce on a crispy thin crust and then it's topped with FOUR kinds of cheese!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 4

Calories 593 kcal

Equipment

• Rimmed Baking Sheet
• Pizza Cutter
• Silicone Brush

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 Thin Crust Pizza Dough
• 2 tbsp Frank’s Red Hot Sauce
• 3 tbsp salted butter
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 4 oz feta cheese crumbled
• 1 cup cheddar cheese grated
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese grated
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 375º
• Lightly spray a pizza pan or rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray
• Spread pizza dough over pizza pan into a rectangle
  1 Thin Crust Pizza Dough
• Follow directions on pizza dough. Refrigerated crust directed to pre-bake for 6 minutes.
• While pre-baking crust, melt butter in microwaveable dish for 20 seconds at a time until melted
  3 tbsp salted butter
• Remove butter from microwave and whisk in garlic and hot sauce
  2 tbsp Frank’s Red Hot Sauce, 3 cloves garlic
• Remove crust from oven and pour butter mixture onto the pizza crust and use a pastry brush to spread out butter over entire crust
• Sprinkle on all four cheeses
  4 oz feta cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
• Bake for an additional 6-10 minutes until cheeses are golden brown. Change oven to LOW Broil for 2-3 minutes to brown cheese lightly.
• Use a pizza cutter to slice into 16 sticks. Sprinkle with more hot sauce and Dip in Ranch Dressing or Blue Cheese Dressing for more fun!

Notes

**We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition

Serving: 4sticksCalories: 593kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 29gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 1725mgPotassium: 68mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 734IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 481mgIron: 3mg

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What You Will About BLT on a Bagel

• BLT – it’s a BLT – what’s not to love? Bacon is the best!
• Double Bacon – cuz if you’re eating bacon – you always want more so we also have it in the cream cheese!
• Easy to Make! It’s a BLT with just another couple of steps – but they’re worth it!

Ingredients for a BLT Bagel Sandwich

Simple ingredients make up this double bacon delicious sandwich! Here’s what you’ll need:

• Bagels – I used Everything Bagels for maximum flavor – but use what you like. I really like Lenders Egg Bagels – I just can’t find them!
  • and if you like Everything Bagel – you can even do a Everything Bagel cream cheese like this Everything But The Bagel Dip
• Cooked bacon – I love bacon so much – for this I made it in the oven because it’s easy and less mess. I like my bacon bendy – but you can make crispy bacon if that’s what you like.
• Tomato – nothing is better than the slice of a fresh tomato! Fancy it up with heirloom tomatoes if you like!
• Green leaf lettuce leaves – I like to buy that “Living Lettuce” – it lasts longer! You can also use iceberg, red leaf lettuce or romaine lettuce.
• Softened cream cheese – we’re going to make our own bacon scallion cream cheese! How fun is that?!
• Diced scallions or chives – these are for the cream cheese mixture

Recipe Variations

You think a BLT is a pretty standard sandwich – but you can make some tweaks to make it just how you like it! Here are a few ideas:

• Add fried egg – I love the squish of a runny fried egg and even more in a sandwich!
• Swap cream cheese – Ditch the cream cheese for a more traditional option like mayonnaise
• Add avocado slices – like a fried egg, any sandwich is better with ripe avocado slices!
• Add cheese – a thin slice of cheddar cheese would also be delicious on the sandwich

How to make a Bagel BLT Sandwich

A classic BLT is easy to make but we’re going to take it to the next level with the cream cheese that is a copycat from Bruegger’s Bagels! Here’s how to make it:

1. Toast the bagel to your desired liking and cook bacon to your liking. 
2. On a cutting board, chop two pieces bacon and mix with softened cream cheese and diced scallions. 
3. Spread cream cheese spread on each side of bagel. 
4. Layer on lettuce, tomato and 2 slices of bacon. 
   • OPTIONAL: sprinkle a touch of coarse sea salt & black pepper on the tomato
5. Close sandwich, slice in half with a serrated knife and serve with chips!

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More BLT Recipes

• Pimento Cheese BLT
• BLT Roast Beef Wrap
• BLT Chicken Salad

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• Pizza Bagels in the Air Fryer
• Thanksgiving Leftover Sandwich

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BLT on a Bagel

Enjoying a BLT on a Bagel is now one of my favorite sandwiches! An Everything Bagel loaded with meaty smoky bacon, crispy lettuce and tomato – PLUS a delicious bacon scallion cream cheese to bring it all together to be the ULTIMATE BLT SANDWICH!

Course Entree

Cuisine American

Keyword blt

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 2 sandwiches

Calories 773kcal

Equipment

• Rimmed Baking Sheet

Ingredients

• 2 everything bagels sliced
• 6 slices bacon cooked
• 2 slices tomato
• 4 green lettuce leaves
• 4 oz cream cheese softened
• 2 tbsp scallions or chives diced

Instructions

• Toast the bagel to your desired liking and cook bacon to your liking.
  2 everything bagels, 6 slices bacon
• On a cutting board, chop two pieces bacon and mix with softened cream cheese and diced scallions.
  4 oz cream cheese, 2 tbsp scallions or chives
• Spread cream cheese spread on each side of bagel.
• Layer on lettuce, tomato and 2 slices of bacon.
  2 slices tomato, 4 green lettuce leaves
• OPTIONAL: sprinkle a touch of coarse sea salt & black pepper on the tomato
• Close sandwich, slice in half with a serrated knife and serve with chips!

Notes

**We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 773kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 1185mg | Potassium: 441mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3289IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 2mg

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Whether it’s a coleslaw, baked beans or even a super healthy salad – I’ve got 50 of the best side dishes that will make your next get together a smash! There are all the classic sides but also some fun ones you may not expect!

You can break up pulled pork side dishes into a few categories:

Favorite Pulled Pork Recipe

And if you’re here – you probably already have a plan for making your pulled pork – but in case you’re looking for a recipe – I’ve got you covered!

I made Pulled Pork on my Traeger Smoker and it was amazing!!!! The best pulled pork sandwich you’ll ever have! So tender it will melt in your mouth and on the bun!

If you’re looking for a slow cooker recipe – my girl Plain Chicken has a great one: Coca Cola Crock Pot Pulled Pork too! Now to dig into all these side dishes!!!

Veggies

• No Cook Refrigerator Pickles – My Dad made this recipe every year, all summer long! These would taste great on top of your sandwiches!

• Smoked Green Beans are heavenly! The best part is you can put it together in minutes and then pop it on your smoker! I added bacon, onion and my favorite BBQ rub just to make it even more delicious.

• Grilled Corn on the Cob – Grilled corn on the cob is one of those summer staples that I’m obsessed with! Being from Iowa – I can never get enough corn – and the best part is – grilled corn on the cob is super simple and you can’t screw it up!

• Italian Green Beans – Green beans with tomatoes and garlic are a perfect side dish for any meal and they’re really easy to make!

• Smoked Baked Beans – These Traeger Smoked Baked Beans are smoky and rich with meaty bites, crunchy bites of onion and pepper and tons of barbecue flavor! They are BY FAR the best beans you’ll ever have! Plus – they go together in five minutes.

• Elote in a Cup is such a fun dish – it’s takes one of my favorite ways to eat corn on the cob but makes it less messy and more portable! Make little cups and have it all ready to go next to your pulled pork!

• Air Fryer Onion Rings – Homemade onion rings in the air fryer are amazing! You can’t beat the crispness of these – plus I’ve got a secret ingredient for more flavor! And I made a fun zingy dippin sauce to go with the air fryer onion rings! Crunchy & saucy! Yum!

• Air Fryer Jalapeno Cheddar Avocado Fries – These Air Fryer Avocado Fries will hit the spot at your game day parties – it’s the appetizer all your friends will be talking about! These also have a super zing of cilantro lime – and they’re ready in minutes!!

• Air Fryer Deep Fried Deviled Eggs – OK while not technically a vegetable – they are delicious! Everybody makes regular old deviled eggs but who makes deep fried deviled eggs? YOU DO!!! These are amazing! Everybody will love your spin on them!

• Corn Fritters – These corn fritters are crispy cakes filled with corn kernels, cheddar cheese and seasonings, all cooked together to golden brown perfection. An easy side dish that is the perfect way to showcase summer corn!

• Air Fryer Fried Pickles – Fried Pickles are one of my favorite appetizers and I’ve been dying to make them in the air fryer. And again – pop them on top of your sandwiches for extra crunch!

• Air Fryer BBQ Corn Ribs – Corn on the cob is a classic side dish but these Corn Ribs in the Air Fryer are a fun NEW take on corn on the cob! Sweet corn topped with barbecue seasoning and done in just 10 minutes in the air fryer!

• These Copycat Chipotle Black Beans will have you making burrito bowls at your house like a pro! They’re easy to make too – just adding a few ingredients will make these beans so much tastier than black beans on their own!

• Chipotle Corn Salsa – One great way to use fresh corn is in a corn salsa – and I love the one at Chipotle so I decided to make it for myself – it’s spicy and sweet and perfect as a chip dip, on tacos or even on chicken or salmon!

• Ninja Foodi Corn Pudding – If you’ve never had corn pudding or cornbread casserole as some call it, then you’re missing out!! Corn pudding is cornbread….but better! With the addition of corn, creamed corn, and cheese, you can very easily kick your cornbread up a couple of notches!!

• Cheesy Cauliflower Rice – This Cheesy Cauliflower Rice is my absolute new favorite side dish! It’s cheesy, creamy and full of veggies. I promise if you make this keto-friendly dish once – you’ll be making it every week!

Salads

• Copycat KFC Cole Slaw – KFC Coleslaw has always been my favorite! It’s creamy, a little sweet, a little crunchy (with green & purple cabbage) and very simple and you can make it in minutes! It’s a great topper for any pulled pork as well.

• Copycat Olive Garden Signature Salad – Olive Garden has the best house salad – with all my favorite toppings like olives and tomatoes and topped with that delicious Italian dressing and I have the recipe!

• Instant Pot Pasta Salad – Pasta salad is a perfect choice!!  It’s cold, refreshing, and filled with fresh vegetables! Why cook pasta salad in the Instant Pot you ask?  Well, if you’ve ever made pasta in the Instant Pot you know why!  OMG, it’s so fast! 

• Tom + Chee Grilled Cheese Salad – It’s a salad loaded up with lots of vegetables and then it’s topped off with Grilled Cheese Croutons! Crunchy, cheesy, light and refreshing – this dish is amazing! 

• Apple & Goat Cheese Salad – This salad really has all my favorites – candied pecans, dried cranberries, green apple and then my favorite – goat cheese!!! They topped it with a chardonnay vinaigrette…it was very light and tangy.

• Copycat Taziki’s Tomato Cucumber Salad – One of the dishes at Taziki’s that captured the attention of my growling stomach was their Tomato-Cucumber salad. It’s so refreshing and full of zing and feta – plus pickled red onions! 

• This Fall Apple Salad is made with just a few ingredients – but the main two are apples and brussels sprouts. It’s a nice crisp salad and the vinaigrette is easy to whip up. This goes great for a fall potluck or just a side dish for dinner. And – if you don’t tell anybody that it’s made with brussels sprouts – they’ll never know!!!

• Watermelon & Feta Salad – I’ve perfected this recipe to make it so easy and delicious – this is hands-down the BEST watermelon & feta salad recipe! It takes five minutes and you’re enjoying it! 

• Mango Habanero Pineapple Salsa – This Mango Pineapple Habanero Salsa is a flavor explosion in your mouth!! The sweet from the mango and pineapple are balanced with the spiciness of the habanero and tartness of the lime juice. This is a delicious topping on the pulled pork sandwich!

Potatoes

• Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes – Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes are all the yum in half the time! Crispy potato skins, loaded with fluffy, cheesy mashed potatoes!!! You will be wanting this perfect side dish every week!

• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries – Sweet Potato Fries are one of my favorite side dishes! Sweet & salty and so quick. I’m here to tell you how easy it is to make sweet potato fries in the air fryer!

• Grilled Potato Salad – Grilled Greek Potato Salad Recipe – the BEST potato salad EVER! SO much amazing flavor! Grilled red potatoes tossed in feta, basil, olive oil, lemon juice, Greek seasoning, and mayonnaise. Can serve warm or cold.

• Air Fryer French Fries – You can make Ore Ida Crinkle Fries in the Air Fryer in just 10 minutes! Grab the ketchup (or your favorite dipping sauces) and get those fries out of the freezer and enjoy the perfect golden fries! But guess what – you’ll also find out how to air fry tater tots, hash browns and even pizza rolls!

• Sweet Potato Saute – A simple sweet potato sauté made with a handful of ingredients, and ready in 20 minutes! This is an excellent way to quickly cook crisp sweet potatoes without having to turn on the oven.

• Air Fryer Potato Slices – They’re like potato chips but better! And perfect for dipping into ranch or bbq sauce.

Pasta

• Mexican Macaroni Salad – This Mexican Macaroni Salad is creamy, crunchy and perfect for picnics, lunches and potlucks! Macaroni loaded with corn, black beans, tomatoes, onions and more all tossed in a dressing of sour cream, salsa & mayo.

• Jarlsberg Dip Macaroni Salad – This Jarlsberg Dip Macaroni Salad is going to be a sure fire hit at your dinner table! Plus it’s SO SIMPLE to make!

• Copycat Panera Broccoli Cheddar Mac & Cheese – This copycat recipe of Panera’s new Broccoli Cheddar Mac and Cheese is spot on perfection! They took their two fan favorites: mac & cheese and broccoli cheddar soup and mixed them together to make magic!

• Creamiest Mac & Cheese – This is by far the creamiest macaroni and cheese you will ever try! It’s really easy and one pot – I love it! Plus with only 5 ingredients – it will be on the table in just 20 minutes!

• Orzo Pesto Pasta – This orzo pesto salad is super easy to make and is full of Mediterranean veggies and flavors! You’ll even make your own basil pesto from scratch in just 3 minutes! This is perfect as a meal or a side dish at your summer parties!

• Mary Mac’s Tea Room is an institution in Atlanta and Flora has made this dish for 35 years! It’s the gold standard for Southern oven baked macaroni and cheese – and luckily – it’s super quick and easy to make!

Breads & Dips

• Copycat Ruby Slipper Buttermilk Biscuits – On a recent visit to Gulf Shores, we discovered Ruby Slipper Cafe and have been biscuit-obsessed ever since! We even got to make some of their famous biscuits and take home the recipe!

• Years ago – I had this awesome Blueberry Cornbread from Fresh Market – I was so obsessed with it – I finally made my own and it’s delicious – even better than regular ol’ cornbread!

• Traeger Smoked Queso goes together in minutes and takes your favorite cheesy appetizer to a whole new level! Grab those tortilla chips – you’re gonna be here a while.

• Zucchini Bread is this magical mix of a bread and cake – sweet and savory – it’s just delicious. The best part is – Mom’s Zucchini Bread recipe is SUPER EASY to make!

• Italian Cheese Bread – This Little Caesars Italian Cheese Bread is amazing!!! The crispy edge, the garlic butter and all that cheese! This Italian Cheese Bread will not disappoint – your family will be looking everywhere for the Little Caesars pizza box!

Desserts

• Crustless Apple Pie – I’m always looking for a dessert that is easy – I’m just not much of a baker – so when I heard of a crustless apple pie – I thought – THAT is right up my alley!

• Dutch Oven Blueberry Cobbler is such a decadent dessert – but it’s also SO EASY!!! You can easily make this in the oven – just be sure you’ve got vanilla ice cream in the freezer – because everybody is going to gobble it up!

• Watermelon Sticks – These watermelon sticks or watermelon crinkle fries are SO fun to make and eat! Both kids and adults love them too which makes this sweet snack or dessert ideal for any summer get-together!

• Peach Donut Bread Pudding – I love bread pudding!! It’s my favorite dessert and it’s amazingly easy! With peach season here – you will LOVE this peach bread pudding! It’s comfort food with bright, juicy bites of peach with every spoonful!

• Edible Peanut Butter Monster Cookie Dough from The Yard in Gulf Shores is a must-have when you’re visiting – but in the meantime – you can make this version at home!

• Air Fryer Grilled Pineapple – Summertime screams PINEAPPLE! It’s such a happy color and just tastes like summer! It’s the Sweet Tart of the fruit world. And popping pineapple in your air fryer will make the best dessert in just minutes! 

• These Traeger Smoked Bacon Wrapped Oreos will satisfy any and all cravings! Sweet? Check! Savory? Check! Sometimes I’m just sitting around on a Saturday and think – I want bacon. And then I think – I want Oreos. Guess what – I want both – AT THE SAME TIME!

There you have it – a whole list of 30+ side dishes great to serve with Pulled Pork – if you need more – be sure to check out the Side Dishes on my site!

And if you have any leftovers of the pulled pork – I’ve got you covered there too! I have over 20 recipes to use up that leftover pulled pork! Here are a few of my favorites:

• Pulled Pork Pasta Salad – I had a version of this at Noodles & Company and came right home and made my own!
• Pulled Pork Empanadas – These are so easy to make – and you can customize them too!
• Pulled Pork Brunswick Stew – this one is my ABSOLUTE favorite! I make it all the time!
• Pulled Pork Totchos – Like pork nachos but on tater tots!
• Leftover Pulled Pork Tacos – Savory & juicy pulled pork, crunchy creamy cabbage slaw, spicy jalapenos and a drizzle of sweet & spicy bbq sauce – all stuffed into street corn tortillas.

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What You Will About Air Fried Green Tomatoes

• Tasty! Green tomatoes are much more firm than red tomatoes but still have that fresh taste of a tomato!
• Crunchy! Panko breadcrumbs give you such a yummy crunch! I love using them – especially in the air fryer!
• Southern Favorite! I love making this and remembering all my trips to Gulf Shores! Great Southern treat!

Ingredients for Fried Green Tomatoes

Fried Green Tomatoes are easy to make – you need the tomatoes and the normal breading ingredients – plus I made up an optional tasty sauce! Here’s what you need:

• Fried Green Tomatoes
  • 2 green tomatoes – you want to use UNRIPENED green tomatoes
  • salt & pepper
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
• Dipping Sauce
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup Duke’s Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Williamson Bros BBQ sauce
  • 1/2 lime juiced
  • salt & pepper

Recipe Variations

• Breading – I like to use Panko but you can also use cornmeal, regular breadcrumbs or even ground up pork rinds.
• Cheese – Add a little grated Parmesan cheese to the breading mixture

How do you make Fried Green Tomatoes in the Air Fryer?

• Season tomato slices on both sides with salt and pepper
• Set up three shallow dishes or breading trays:
  • Flour & garlic powder
  • Eggs & milk, lightly beaten with a whisk
  • Panko, cayenne, paprika
• Dredge tomatoes through the flour, then egg mixture, then panko
• Add tomato slices in a single layer to the air fryer basket and spritz with olive oil spray or cooking spray
  • Depending on the size of your air fryer – you may need to fry them in batches
• Air fry at 375 for 3 min – Flip and spritz with olive oil again – Air fry at 375 for 3 min more
• While tomatoes are air frying, mix all dipping sauce ingredients together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Serve Air Fried Green Tomatoes hot with dipping sauce!

This recipe was made using the Paula Deen Air Fryer.

What tomatoes do you use for Fried Green Tomatoes?

Unripened green tomatoes will work for fried green tomatoes! The best tomatoes to use are the beefsteak variety. I highly recommend getting them from a local vendor or Farmer’s Market – they’re so much better. Green tomatoes are much more firm than ripe red tomatoes. Just look for nice sized tomatoes for slicing with a pretty green outside color.

What dipping sauce goes with Fried Green Tomatoes?

While the tomato slices are in the air fryer, I mixed up a quick sauce! I mixed together buttermilk, Duke’s mayonnaise, my favorite barbecue sauce (Williamson Bros – they’re based in ATL) and a little lime juice. This comes out pretty runny – if you want it thicker – go heavier on the mayo or less on the buttermilk. If you don’t feel that fancy – feel free to dip in ranch or even a dollop of sour cream!

Can you make fried green tomatoes in the oven?

Yes of course! Place them on a wire rack on a baking sheet and bake at 400º for 20 minutes.

Can you put fried green tomatoes in the freezer?

Well – you could after you bread them for a little bit to set the breading but other than that – I wouldn’t. Tomatoes don’t freeze well – the texture will change significantly.

How do you store and reheat leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container (I like these glass ones) in the refrigerator for up to a week. Reheat in the air fryer at 300º for 3-4 minutes. 

What to serve with Air Fried Green Tomatoes?

• Cracker Barrel Hamburger Steak
• Dutch Oven Meatloaf
• Creamy Stove Top Mac & Cheese

More Air Fryer Recipes for Fried Vegetables

If you like these air fried green tomatoes – you’ll love these other air fryer veggie recipes!

• Air Fried Okra (Fresh and Store-Bought Frozen)
• Air Fryer Carrot Fries
• Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

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Air Fried Green Tomatoes

Air Fried Green Tomatoes are my take on a staple in the south. They are a favorite when I'm there visiting friends – sometimes as an appetizer – sometimes as a side dish! I saw some beautiful green tomatoes at the farmers market and snatched them up! Time for homemade Air Fried Green Tomatoes!

Course Side

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer, tomatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 6 minutes minutes

Total Time 16 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 289kcal

Cost $3

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Chef's Knife
• Cutting Board
• Breading Trays
• Olive Oil Spray

Ingredients

Fried Green Tomatoes

• 2 green tomatoes cut into 1/2 inch slices
• salt & pepper
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp milk
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika

Dipping Sauce

• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup Duke's Mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Williamson Bros BBQ sauce
• 1/2 lime juiced
• salt & pepper

Instructions

• Season tomato slices on both sides with salt and pepper
  2 green tomatoes, salt & pepper
• Set up three breading trays:

  – Flour & garlic powder

  – eggs & milk, lightly beaten

  – Panko, cayenne, paprika
  1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp garlic powder, 2 eggs, 1 tbsp milk, 1 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika
• Dredge tomatoes through the flour, then eggs, then panko
• Add tomato slices to the air fryer and spritz with olive oil
• Air fry at 375 for 3 min
• Flip and spritz with olive oil again
• Air fry at 375 for 3 min more
• While tomatoes are air frying, mix all dipping sauce ingredients together in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  1/4 cup buttermilk, 1/4 cup Duke's Mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Williamson Bros BBQ sauce, 1/2 lime, salt & pepper
• Serve Air Fried Green Tomatoes hot with dipping sauce!

Notes

**We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition

Serving: 2slices | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 441mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 825IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 2mg

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What You Will About Gulf Shores AL

• The Beach! Every beach has beautiful white sand and is relaxing.
• Getting Around! This might be my favorite thing is how easy it is to navigate the area. You definitely need a car – but everything is in a straight line – so you won’t get lost!
• The Food!! As a foodie – I love Gulf Shores. The Gulf is my absolute favorite place – it’s my first and last stop every time – don’t miss it!

1. Sunset on the Beach – I’ll start with my favorite thing to do – sit on the white sands of Gulf Shores beaches! There is nothing better than experiencing a sunset on the beach. I love a beach vacation, so every night, I check my phone for sunset time and head down from the condo to sit on the beach for an hour. So peaceful!

2. Pirates Cove – this is a hidden gem for sure! It’s definitely a favorite of locals – there’s a little beach, lots of beach dogs and some killer drinks! It’s off the beaten path for sure – but if you want to relax with the locals – this is THE place!

3. Big Beach Brewing – Jim & Julie decided Gulf Shores needed a brewery and the were right! There’s no food – but you can get tasty beers, wine or even a local soda!

4. Dolphin Cruise – If you’re near the Gulf – you can always find a dolphin boat! I went on the Cetacean Cruises Sunset Dolphin Tour on my most recent trip with my BFF from home. We had a BLAST and saw SO MANY dolphins! The cruise director really was a dolphin expert and the staff were so much fun – especially Karen – she made the ride! It takes off from the Wharf – so there’s plenty of great dining spots after the cruise.

5. Poke Bowl at The Gulf – One of my absolute favorite places I always go is The Gulf! It’s right on the beach with picnic tables everywhere. Better yet – the food and drinks are amazing. My favorite is the Poke Bowl – it’s got locally caught tuna and is so light and fresh – you’ll devour every bite!

6. Florabama – All visitors HAVE to stop at the Flora-Bama – it’s a legendary music venue! We went on a Saturday night and it was so much fun! There are 4 stages – all with live music – and we found one we loved! Each one had a different style of music and different atmosphere – there’s really something for everyone.

And – be sure to grab a bite at the Yacht Club across the street – their Crab & Parmesan Hash Puppies are the best thing I’ve eaten in the Gulf! And the only place I ever had oysters that I liked!

7. The Yard Milkshake Bar – What’s the other thing besides water you want when it’s hot?! ICE CREAM!!! The Yard milkshakes are LEGENDARY but don’t miss out on their edible cookie dough – or just make it yourself with my copycat recipe! Kids will love this place and all the crazy shakes they can get!

8. Kayaking – Every time I visit Gulf Shores, my friend Eva tries to get me to kayak. I can’t swim so it freaks me out – so I haven’t done it yet – but she keeps trying to talk me into it!

9. Make your own pottery – I was so excited when we decided to make pottery! The cool thing was the Arts Center had multiple options – we chose a simple version where we basically cut a slab of clay in a shape, molded it a bit by hand and then added texture. We then picked out a glaze we wanted and they fired it and shipped it to us! The class was super quick and fun – and be sure to ask to see the studio puppy! (And yes – that’s the tray I made – isn’t it cool and beachy!?!)

10. Fort Morgan Historic Site – It’s also nice to take in a little history and Gulf Shores has it in Fort Morgan. They were a key defense port in a number of war battles from the Civil War and more. It’s only about a half hour from downtown Gulf Shores.

11. Fishing – If you’ve got someone in your group that likes to fish – they’ll have a great time in the Gulf of Mexico! There are so many charters and fishing opportunities! Red Snapper and Sailfish are big – but here’s a chart of the fishing seasons.

12. Live Music at Fresh Off the Boat – there are so many amazing restaurants in Gulf Shores and so many of them have live music. The one I enjoyed was Fresh Off the Boat – the food was amazing, it was a great casual atmosphere and the owners were a delight. Plus their local musician was great as well and super friendly.

13. Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo – I’m a sucker for a zoo and the Gulf Coast Zoo is so cute! It’s not the biggest zoo – but you get up close with everyone and they have some really fun animal encounters. They have more than a petting zoo – we got to play with lemurs, pet a sloth and hang out with kangaroos! It’s a definite must-stop!

14. Get a Bush Whacker! – The Bush Whacker is pretty much the signature drink of Gulf Shores and every place has one. And if you just can’t wait to try this boozy milkshake – my girl PlainChicken has her own Bushwhacker recipe!

15. Cruisin Tiki’s – How can you turn down a floating tiki hut? It’s also BYOB – just drink responsibly – and you can bring food too! It was a blast!

16. Ferris Wheel at The Wharf – If you’re looking for a one-stop shop for fun – the Wharf entertainment district is it! Whether it’s food, entertainment, shopping or even a place to stay – they have it. One of the most things is their giant ferris wheel – be sure to check it out. And stop by The Pantry for a quick bite – they made us some amazing charcuterie boards for our Cruisin Tiki’s cruise!

17. Massage at the Beach Club – When you’re on a vacation – it’s all about relaxation – so be sure to check out the Beach Club and get a massage in the spa! It’s amazing! They have a whole resort that is a bit more private – but the spa is open to the public.

We also stayed at the Beach on our last trip and loved it! Great amenities like reserved chairs on the beach are a must! The Coast restaurant is also great for fresh seafood!

18. The Beach! – Elephant in the room – GO TO THE BEACH! It’s perfection! Whether you’re laying out, building sand castles, taking a walk or anything else – every white sand beach is more beautiful than the next!

19. Mini Golf – Like any tourist destination – there are a ton of mini-golf places and they’re just fun for all ages. I like Beachside for the atmosphere.

20. Pink Pony Pub – I’m not much of a drinker but the girls made me get out and indulge a little and the Pink Pony turned out to be my favorite place! I had a Raspberry Blast and let me tell you – I could have had about 5 more of them! Yum! We got nachos too which were HUGE!!! It’s a very fun and historic place – must stop!

21. Coastal Segway – One of my favorite things to do in any new city is a Segway tour! I’m not very athletic and – no worries – you get a quick lesson before you take off. We had so much fun and my BFF said this was her favorite thing we did during the whole vacation! The Gulf Shores tour is in the Gulf State Park – so it’s incredibly scenic! Our tour guide was super knowledgeable and we saw alligators and a tortoise in their natural habitat! You can also bike or walk these backcountry trails in the park!

22. Lulu’s – Jimmy Buffett’s sister Lucy created Lulu’s and man – it is a party place any time of day or night! The fried crab claws and Lulu’s WOW sauce are not to be missed! and the Live music, arcade games, a ropes course, delicious food and fun servers.

23. Parasailing – Now something you’ll NEVER catch me doing – but if you aren’t deathly afraid of heights and love adventure – you should try Parasailing! Everyone that’s brave enough has told me how amazing it is – so please do it for me!

24. Sandcastle University – While we were enjoying a beach day – we got to learn a bit more about sandcastles and how to make them successfully! Our instructor was super friendly and jumped in with us to make them. It was really fun and would be great for a family vacation!

25. Gulf State Park – Whether you want to hike, fish, dine or camp – you can do it all at Gulf State Park! Be sure to grab cocktails at Perch – great atmosphere and beautiful at sunset! Don’t miss the hiking trails! They also have a campground with cabin rentals if you’re looking for a place to stay.

If you want to fish – head to the Gulf State Park Pier. You can rent rods & reels, get your license for the day and catch your own dinner! They did have some damage from the hurricane but the restrooms are open.

26. Shopping – There are a ton of cute shops all around Gulf Shores! I urge you – if you see a shop that catches your eye – pull in and check it out! My favorite was High Cotton Bath Co at the Wharf. We even got to do a little class where we made our own lotion to take home with us! You got to pick your product, scent and color – then they mixed it for us. I really LOVE this lotion too!

27. The Sunliner Diner – If you want a delicious breakfast – stop into The Sunliner Diner! It’s a 50’s themed restaurant and you can’t go wrong there! Or click here for more Breakfast options in Gulf Shores! I’ve also got a copycat of their Corned Beef Hash recipe.

28. Escape Room – There are a bunch of Escape Rooms in Gulf Shores and the fun thing about them is – a lot will have a local bent on one of the rooms. Whether you’re visiting with a group or just you and a friend – make a reservation – you’ll have a blast! (I’ve always gotten out too – so team up with me!)

29. Anonyme Cruise – I’m a sucker for a boat – and we also went on the Anonyme Cruise with Captain DD. It’s an electric boat so its super quiet and so relaxing. I recommend a sunset cruise – and you can bring your own food and drink on board to enjoy yourself a little more!

30. Drinks & Food at Tacky Jacks – When I saw Tacky Jacks – I knew I would love it! It’s an explosion of neon colors and you can write something on neon duck tape and stick it anywhere – I mean – seriously?! The Garbage Nachos were so good – I had to copycat them for myself! (They also have a tasty Bushwhacker as well.)

31. Dinosaurs in the Woods – yes – a perfect roadside attraction. You can see a T-Rex in the middle of the woods of Alabama! They also have something called Bama-Henge (Stone Henge replica in the woods). It’s a fun quick stop that is fun because you have to do a little exploring to find them all!

32. Lazy River at Turquoise Place – Turquoise Place is a favorite of mine to stay at – their condos are amazing! If you’re a guest, they have beach chairs you can rent in prime spots, swimming pools and even a lazy river. It’s right on the beach and is sheer perfection!

33. Waterville USA – Who doesn’t want to hit a water park when it’s hot out? Waterville USA is super fun water park and amusement park with an abundance of slides, a wave pool and a lazy river!

34. Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge – This is one of the last remaining undisturbed coastal barrier habitats. Bon Secour even means safe harbor. They were established to protect sea turtles, songbirds and even the Alabama beach mouse. All trails are for foot traffic only here.

There are truly so many amazing and fun things to do in Gulf Shores! This list is really just the tip of the iceberg – but I hope it gave you some new ideas and convinced you to make your own trip to Alabama beaches!

Looking for the BEST places to eat in Gulf Shores?

• Where to Brunch & Lunch in Gulf Shores
• Best Breakfasts in Gulf Shores
• Where to Eat in Gulf Shores

Copycat Recipes from Gulf Shores

• Garbage Nachos from Tacky Jacks
• Edible Monster Cookie Dough from The Yard
• Buttermilk Biscuits from Ruby Slipper
• Corned Beef Hash from Sunliner Diner

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I have a lot of Quiche recipes (like this Quiche Florentine!) – I hope you try some of those as well! Quiche is so great because it’s so versatile! My mom used to use leftover soup to make hers – I love to pile mine with cheese and veggies. It’s so flexible. My friend even has a Mother’s Day Brunch with three kinds of quiche every year. So much yum!

What is Quiche?

Quiche is a French dish that starts with a pie crust and then you fill it with a custard (egg & milk) and then add in pieces of cheese, meat, seafood or vegetables.

Here are my favorite Quiche recipes:

• Spinach, Mushroom & Feta Quiche – one of my favorite combinations!!!
• Quiche Florentine – this is one of the most classic quiche dishes with just spinach, onion and Swiss
• Crustless Quiche with Spinach, Feta and Tomato – make it a little healthier by leaving out the crust – it’s still yummy!
• Pizza Quiche – my foodie bestie has a delicious Pizza Quiche recipe that is not to be missed!
• Vegetable Mini Quiche – take quiche and make it single serve size!

Now that we’ve got the quiche down – let’s get down to business with 30+ side dishes to serve with any kind of quiche!

Salads

• Copycat Olive Garden Signature Salad – Olive Garden has the best house salad – with all my favorite toppings like olives and tomatoes and topped with that delicious Italian dressing and I have the recipe!

• Chicken Salad Chick’s Broccoli Salad – Chicken Salad Chick Broccoli Salad is my favorite restaurant side dish! It’s crunchy, creamy, cheesy and bacon-y! How can you ask for anything better? This make-at-home recipe makes enough for the whole family and is the perfect dish for a potluck!

• Panera Greek Salad – Panera might be known for bread but I love their salads!!!! This salad is a classic and so delicious – their Greek dressing is also super simple to make! Kalamata olives, pepperoncini peppers and lots of feta cheese!

• Chick-fil-A Kale Crunch Salad – This copycat recipe for the Chick-fil-A Kale Crunch Salad is spot on with all of the flavors! The greenest of green salads – this is full of kale & cabbage in an apple dijon vinaigrette and topped with toasted almonds – it’s a great side dish for any meal!

• O’Charley’s California Chicken Salad is a new favorite! Grilled chicken with strawberries & mandarin oranges are then mixed with candied pecans, blue cheese and homemade Balsamic vinaigrette – so good!

• Cheesy Macaroni Salad – This Cheesy Macaroni Salad is going to be a sure fire hit at your dinner table or the next potluck! No matter what time of year – quick and easy side dishes are always needed!

• Greek Pasta Salad – I used to make this when I was growing up – it’s similar to an Italian pasta salad but with black olives, tomatoes and more!

• Tom + Chee Grilled Cheese Salad – It’s a salad loaded up with lots of vegetables and then it’s topped off with Grilled Cheese Croutons! Crunchy, cheesy, light and refreshing – this dish is amazing! 

• Orzo Pesto Salad – This orzo pesto salad is super easy to make and is full of Mediterranean veggies and flavors! You’ll even make your own basil pesto from scratch in just 3 minutes! This is perfect as a meal or a side dish at your summer parties!

• Apple & Goat Cheese Salad – This salad really has all my favorites – candied pecans, dried cranberries, green apple and then my favorite – goat cheese!!! They topped it with a chardonnay vinaigrette…it was very light and tangy.

• Ruby Tuesday’s Pasta Salad – Ruby Tuesday’s Pasta Salad is famous and so delicious and simple! This copycat recipe is the perfect side dish with all the essentials with rotini pasta, diced ham, peas and lots of ranch dressing!

Fruits & Veggies

• Fun & Easy Fruit Salad – Mix together powdered pudding mix and fresh fruit and you have a salad! What?

• Copycat Taziki’s Tomato Cucumber Salad – One of the dishes at Taziki’s that captured the attention of my growling stomach was their Tomato-Cucumber salad. It’s so refreshing and full of zing and feta – plus pickled red onions!  

• Cheddar’s Broccoli Cheese Casserole – Cheddars Broccoli Cheese Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish for weeknights or any holiday table! Loaded with broccoli, rice, Velveeta and – of course – a little butter!

• Watermelon & Feta Salad – I’ve perfected this recipe to make it so easy and delicious – this is hands-down the BEST watermelon & feta salad recipe! It takes five minutes and you’re enjoying it! 

• Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Maple Syrup & Bacon – Making these Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Maple Syrup will have your whole family asking for this side dish every week! Crispy Brussels sprouts tossed in maple syrup and garlic – oh and there’s bacon!!!

• Air Fryer Jalapeno Cheddar Avocado Fries – These Air Fryer Avocado Fries will hit the spot at your game day parties – it’s the appetizer all your friends will be talking about! These also have a super zing of cilantro lime – and they’re ready in minutes!!

• Butternut Squash Fall Salad – This salad is so unique and delicious! Butternut squash, champagne vinaigrette, spinach, goat cheese, pecans and more!

• No Cook Refrigerator Pickles – My Dad made this recipe every year, all summer long! His recipe was pretty much vinegar, water, cucumbers and onions with a few seasonings – but I jazzed it up to make it my own.

• Texas Roadhouse Green Beans – Texas Roadhouse Green Beans are the BEST! Buttery green beans with sauteed onions and smoky bacon bites – they are irresistible.

Dessert

• Pig Candy – Bacon Bacon Bacon! This Copycat Ruby Slipper Pig Candy recipe will show you the way – and it is heavenly!!! I mean – I didn’t realize bacon could get better – but when you slather it with brown sugar – it sure does!

• Air Fryer Fried Oreos are such a delicious treat – they have all the yum of the fair food delicacy but much less of the junk food factor! You’re going to be hard pressed to find something tastier for dessert or a snack.

• Pink Chocolate Covered Strawberries – Pink Chocolate Covered Strawberries are such a fun little treat – and you don’t have to just save them for Valentine’s Day! Heck – they are great for any day of the year but also for other fun holidays like Easter and Mother’s Day or even birthdays and baby showers!

• Dutch Oven Blueberry Cobbler is such a decadent dessert – but it’s also SO EASY!!! You can easily make this in the oven – just be sure you’ve got vanilla ice cream in the freezer – because everybody is going to gobble it up!

• Peach Donut Bread Pudding – I love bread pudding!! It’s my favorite dessert and it’s amazingly easy! With peach season here – you will LOVE this peach bread pudding! It’s comfort food with bright, juicy bites of peach with every spoonful!

• Rhubarb Dream Bars – Rhubarb Dream Bars are the perfect early summer treat! The rhubarb is ripe and you just need a little bite of sweetness after a day of summer fun and grilling. These dream bars go together in just a few minutes and they are delicious!

• Pineapple Orange Sunshine Cake – This Pineapple Orange Sunshine Cake could be the happiest cake on the planet! I mean – it’s got SUNSHINE in the name! 

• Air Fryer Grilled Pineapple – Summertime screams PINEAPPLE! It’s such a happy color and just tastes like summer! It’s the Sweet Tart of the fruit world. And popping pineapple in your air fryer will make the best dessert in just minutes! 

• Double Chocolate Blueberry Muffins – WOW WOW WOW – these double chocolate blueberry muffins look indulgent and rich and THEY ARE!!! But they’re also light and airy and just plain amazing!!! I promise you – these muffins will be a fast favorite and gone in NO TIME! in your house!

• Magic Peach Cobbler – My Mom’s MAGIC peach cobbler is the most perfect dessert! It’s warm and sweet, crunchy and juicy! This was THE dessert I asked her to make for my birthday every year! It’s cake with fruit and you can even put ice cream on top (although I prefer whipped cream)!

Potatoes

• Cheese Potato Pancakes – These White Cheddar Cheese Potato Pancakes are great any time of the year! A great way to use leftover mashed potatoes, these potato pancakes are great as a side dish for dinner or a new take on hash browns for breakfast!

• The Best Sweet Potato Casserole – The best loaded sweet potato casserole. Light and fluffy mashed sweet potatoes topped with brown sugar, butter and pecans!

• Copycat Taco Johns Potato Oles – Taco Johns Potato Ole seasoning is a little spicy, a little salty and so delicious! This copycat recipe for the potato oles is spot on!

• Chili’s Loaded Mashed Potatoes – Chili’s Loaded Mashed Potatoes are simple to make and bring the cheesy goodness into your home! Delicious, slightly buttery mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish and topped with melted cheese, diced meaty bacon and crunchy bits of scallions.

• I love having easy side dishes that go with pretty much any meal and these Dijon Parmesan Potatoes are perfect any day of the week! It’s such a quick and easy idea and they taste so much better than just plain potatoes!!! 

• Smoked Cheesy Potatoes – Traeger Smoked Cheesy Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any family meal. Cheesy Potatoes are easy to make and loaded with frozen hash browns, two kinds of shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onion (for a little crunch) and more!

• Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries – Sweet Potato Fries are one of my favorite side dishes! Sweet & salty and so quick. I’m here to tell you how easy it is to make sweet potato fries in the air fryer!

• Air Fryer Potato Pancakes are my favorite side dish! They’re quick and easy and use up leftovers! It’s a way to totally transform leftover mashed potatoes into something tasty and unique!

• Taco Bell’s Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes are gone as of today but it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy them! I love those spicy nuggets covered in cheese and sour cream!

• Herb Roasted Potatoes – Your grill is also great for roasting potatoes!  A little olive oil, fresh herbs and baby potatoes make for a great easy side dish anytime!

• Air Fryer Potato Slices – Air Fryer Potato Slices are my favorite potato side dish. These little potato coins come out fork tender, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They’re a little spicy and perfect on their own or with a side of ranch for dipping!

Soup

• The Best Cabbage Soup – It’s so much more than just cabbage soup – it’s filled with every vegetable I could think of and I added ground turkey. You can also even use the leftovers of this in a quiche!!!

• Outback Steakhouse Baked Potato Soup – Other than the steaks, my favorite dish at Outback is definitely the Baked Potato Soup! You will love this thick, creamy and chunky soup from the first bite!

• Carrabba’s Spicy Chicken Soup is easily going down as my new go-to soup recipe! It’s layered with flavors and oh-so comforting!!!! Plus – I used leftover rotisserie chicken to make it even quicker.

• Olive Garden’s Minestrone soup is one of their staples and it’s so delicious. This soup is full of veggies like carrots, onions, celery, zucchini and tomatoes and even a little pasta!

• This is the BEST Pasta Fagioli recipe because I tried a bunch of them and kept going back to Olive Garden (research is tough!) and make sure I had it just right! 

• Panera Chicken Thai Soup – This Panera Bread Thai Chicken Soup copycat recipe is the perfect soup for the cold weather! It’s a delicious mix of flavors full of chicken, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, red bell peppers and edamame simmered in a rich, Thai yellow curry spicy-sweet coconut broth. Plus – it’s a little spicy – so it clears the sinuses too!

• This Weight Watchers Taco Soup recipe is going to keep you warm and losing weight this winter! I was able to keep the points down by using all your favorite ingredients but also a few key swaps. This easy Taco Soup recipe also has some extra zip from a packet of ranch seasoning!

• Frisch’s Vegetable Soup – Frisch’s Vegetable Soup is a delicious comforting soup that is super healthy and perfect year round! Loaded with vegetables – it’s actually not vegetarian though…find out the secret ingredient below.

Bread

• Mary Mac’s Cinnamon Rolls are one of so many delicious dishes at Mary Mac’s Tea Room in Atlanta. These are small and a little heavier than most cinnamon rolls and they are served with a very simple cinnamon sugar mixture. They are delightful and take me back to my super-fun Atlanta trip!

• Every holiday season I get a couple bags of cranberries and load up on all my favorite recipes, including this Ocean Spray Cranberry Nut Bread. Just baking it makes the whole house smell like Christmas is on its way!

• Strawberry Zucchini Bread – Earlier this year, I discovered the wonders of Zucchini Bread! I liked it so much I wanted to make it again – but this time I jazzed it up with Strawberries from a local grower. But whether you have fresh or frozen – strawberry zucchini bread will definitely be a favorite in your house!

• These Copycat Panera Pumpkin Muffins will have you ordering pumpkin spice lattes like a Basic B in 5 seconds flat! They’re a delicious balance of pumpkin spice and comforting muffin with an aroma that will fill your home!

• TikTok Cinnamon Rolls – This TikTok hack for Cinnamon Rolls makes canned cinnamon rolls taste just like homemade. This tasty treat goes from ordinary to amazing and becomes a giant, fluffy soft cinnamon rolls that melt in your mouth! And it’s all with only one secret ingredient!

• Copycat Ruby Slipper Buttermilk Biscuits – On a recent visit to Gulf Shores, we discovered Ruby Slipper Cafe and have been biscuit-obsessed ever since! We even got to make some of their famous biscuits and take home the recipe!

• Smoked Cornbread – Smoked Cornbread is going to be the new favorite side dish! You’ll love the light smoky flavor that comes from the Traeger and the moist cornbread goes great with chili, chicken and more!

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Want to know how to make Pig Candy? This Copycat Ruby Slipper Pig Candy recipe will show you the way – and it is heavenly!!! I mean – I didn’t realize bacon could get better – but when you slather it with brown sugar – it sure does!

What You Will About Pig Candy

• Decadent! It’s got the sweetness of candy and the meatiness of bacon. It’s so delicious!
• Vacation Food! It’s like bringing your vacation home! It’s my favorite of the appetizers at Ruby Slipper in Gulf Shores, AL!
• Easy! This recipe is so simple to make and only needs 3 ingredients. It’s a delicious snack or side dish for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients to make Pig Candy

Well you can sure guess that there’s bacon and brown sugar – but the third ingredient might surprise you!

• Bacon – I recommend using thick cut bacon for this – you need the extra meatiness to hold up to the brown sugar mixture.
• Brown Sugar – You can use light or dark brown sugar.
• Bacon Grease – Yup – you make candied bacon with bacon grease. You can use either bacon grease you save or you can buy a handy product called Bacon Up which is “clarified” bacon grease.
• OPTIONAL: If you like a little zing – you could add a bit of cayenne pepper

How do you make Candied Bacon?

Pig Candy is full of flavor and pretty easy to make – let me walk you through how to do it:

• Start your bacon in the oven – place your bacon slices on a foil lined baking sheet with a wire rack so the grease can drip down. Bake for 15 minutes at 400 f degrees (this is for thick cut bacon)
  • You can also line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
• After the bacon has been in for 10 minutes, heat your bacon grease on the stove in a small sauce pan until it melts
• Slowly add the brown sugar and whisk it into the melted grease. Mixture should be smooth. (see middle photo above)
• Once timer is up, remove bacon from oven and spoon mixture onto bacon strips. Lay it on thick if you want a heavily candied bacon – don’t sprinkle it on – make it thick! (No need to flip your bacon when you use the wire rack.)
• Put bacon back in oven for 10-15 more minutes
• Don’t let the bacon cook until it’s “crispy” unless you REALLY like it crispy. It will crisp up as it rests.

Tips, Tricks & FAQs

How long will this candied bacon recipe take with regular (not thick cut) bacon?

Regular bacon takes about 20 minutes – so 10 minutes – then top with brown sugar mixture – then 10 minutes more.

What if I don’t have bacon grease?

You can purchase Bacon Up from the links mentioned. You could also use regular canola/vegetable oil, butter or lard. We recommend the bacon grease as that’s the way they do it at the Ruby Slipper – but any of these will work.

Or – you can use the grease from the first half of the bacon cooking in the oven. When you take it out of the oven – pour that grease into a sauce pan and mix in your brown sugar. There might not be quite enough – but you can always add a little extra canola or vegetable oil. (I would not use olive oil.)

Can I use maple syrup instead of the brown sugar mixture?

We wouldn’t recommend it – it’s not going to sit on top of the bacon and get crispy like the brown sugar/bacon grease mixture will.

Should I use light or dark brown sugar?

Either is fine – I actually used a mixture of both because I was low on both!

Can I make candied bacon in the smoker?

Yes! Making this pig candy recipe on the Traeger smoker/grill is just as easy and delicious!

How do you store and reheat leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container (I like these glass ones) or in a plastic zipper bag in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 250º for 4 minutes or in the oven at 350º for 8-10 minutes. 

What to serve with Pig Candy

• Casey’s Breakfast Pizza
• Eggo Waffle French Toast
• Starbucks Bacon & Gruyere Egg Bites

How to Use Pig Candy

This doesn’t have to just be a breakfast food! Here are some great dishes you could add candied bacon to for an even more decadent dish!

• Panera BBQ Chicken Salad
• Air Fryer Frozen Burgers
• Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Favorite Bacon Recipes

• Smoked Candied Bacon (yes – make this same recipe on the smoker!)
• Grilled Bacon
• Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos Wrapped in Bacon
• Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Favorite Gulf Shores Copycat Recipes

• Ruby Slipper Buttermilk Biscuits
• Sunliner Diner Corned Beef Hash
• The Yard’s Monster Edible Cookie Dough

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Copycat Ruby Slipper Pig Candy

Want to know how to make Pig Candy? This Copycat Ruby Slipper Pig Candy recipe will show you the way – and it is heavenly!!! I mean – I didn't realize bacon could get better – but when you slather it with brown sugar – it sure does!

Course breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword bacon, breakfast, copycat

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 5 people

Calories 473kcal

Cost $5

Equipment

• Cookie Sheets
• Sauce Pan
• Baking rack

Ingredients

• 1 lb thick cut bacon note: cooking times are for THICK CUT
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup Bacon Up bacon grease (or your own bacon grease)

Instructions

• Lay raw bacon on a lined sheet pan on a cooking rack and place in preheated 400 degree oven
  1 lb thick cut bacon
• Cook bacon for 15 minutes 

  If you don’t have Bacon Up or bacon grease – you can use the bacon grease after the first 15 minutes of cooking for the above steps
• After 10 min in the oven, add bacon grease to a medium sauce pan and heat on medium high
  1/2 cup Bacon Up bacon grease
• Heat grease for 2 min or until melted and warm – then add 1/2 cup brown sugar
  1 cup brown sugar
• Whisk to combine then add rest of brown sugar and whisk until all sugar has melted and mixture is smooth
• Remove bacon from oven and spoon brown sugar mixture over bacon.

  If you want a thick layer of "candy" – lay it on thick! If you just want a touch – use a pastry brush.
• Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the candy is set
• Remove from oven and remove cooling rack from cookie sheet to cool more quickly. Bacon will set up and become less bendy as it rests for a few minutes

Notes

**We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition

Serving: 2slices | Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 30.5g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 34.4g | Saturated Fat: 13.8g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 583mg | Potassium: 39mg | Sugar: 28.1g | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg

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What You Will About Monster Edible Cookie Dough

• Safe to eat! We’ve all taken a bite of raw cookie dough – but now – you’ll know it’s safe from bacteria!
• Customized for you! This recipe is for Monster Cookie Dough but you can swap out the candies to make it how you like.
• Delicious! You’ve got all the sweetness of chocolate chip cookies but it’s a whole new form of dessert. It’s fun to open the fridge and just grab a spoonful when you need a sweet treat!

The Yard in Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores is one of my favorite vacation spots!!! It’s just the right amount of laid back beach time with some fun touristy stuff. I always make sure to stop at The Yard for their amazing and over-the-top shakes! But now – they’ve added Edible Cookie Dough to their menu and I had to grab some of that too. They have a bunch of flavors but Monster stood out to me first! Yum – so good!!!!

Edible Cookie Dough Ingredients

This Edible Cookie Dough recipe will surprise you at how much it tastes like cookie dough – but it’s completely safe to eat! You can also customize the candy filling to match your tastes!

• All-purpose flour – you’ll be heat-treating this flour just to make sure it’s safe from bacteria
• salt – you could skip the salt and use salted butter
• unsalted butter
• light brown sugar – feel free to use dark brown sugar if that’s what you have
• granulated sugar
• milk – any milk is fine here
• vanilla or vanilla extract
• peanut butter – I like to use creamy peanut butter
• CANDY!! Butterfinger, Reese’s Pieces, mini M&M tubes & mini Reese’s PB Cups
• SUBSTITUTIONS:
  • You could also add in oats or mini chocolate chips
  • If you’re not a fan of any of these candies – feel free to swap out with ones you like better! Crushed milk duds, Crunch bars, Oreo cookies or Kit Kats would all be great!

How do you make Edible Peanut Butter Cookie Dough

• Heat treat flour: place in microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 45 seconds. Use an instant read thermometer and check the temp is 165 degrees F. Cool completely. 
• Once cooled, add salt to heat-treated flour – mix and set aside
• In a mixing bowl for a stand mixer, add butter, peanut butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar and beat on low until fluffy, about 3 min
• Mix in 1 1/2 Tbsp milk and the vanilla.
• Add in flour and stir in with a spatula. Add more milk if you need to thin it – about 1 Tbsp at a time. The batter should be pliable and not too stiff.
• Using a rubber spatula fold in butterfinger, Reese Pieces, mini m&ms and pb cups 
• Store cookie dough in refrigerator (note that it will harden up once chilled because the butter will solidify, you can let it rest at room temperature if desired).
• Serve in small ramekins and top with sprinkles!

FAQs about Edible Cookie Dough

Can edible cookie dough go bad?

It likely could but it’s safe to keep in the fridge for a month – although I doubt it will last that long!

Can edible cookie dough be frozen?

Yes – definitely! Place scoops on sheets of Parchment paper and freeze until hardened then place in freezer bags and keep for up to a year.

Does edible cookie dough need to be refrigerated?

Yes – it is advised to refrigerate the dough. Keep dough in an airtight container.

Can you make cookies with edible cookie dough?

You can bake it but it doesn’t contain the leavening agents to rise – so they aren’t too tasty when baked.

What to do if your edible cookie dough is crumbly?

Add a little milk!

Is edible cookie dough safe during pregnancy?

From all my research, it appears it is as there are no eggs and the flour is heat-treated but always consult your physician.

Is edible cookie dough vegan?

This recipe is not because it contains milk and butter.

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What can you do with Edible Cookie Dough?

Edible cookie dough is great in ice cream, milkshakes, pancakes and more. Just scoop it out and add to your favorite treats – or spoon it up and eat it alone! You could also add it as the top layer to my famous Love After Lockup Prison Fudge!

Easy Dessert Recipes

• No Bake Cherry Cheesecake
• Air Fryer Bananas
• Rhubarb Dream Bars

Egg-free Dessert Recipes

• Mom’s Peach Cobbler
• Espresso Soft Serve
• Cherries in the Snow

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Copycat Edible Monster Cookie Dough

This Edible Monster Cookie Dough is a copycat from The Yard in Gulf Shores – my favorite vacation spot. It's filled with peanut butter, M&Ms, Reese's Pieces, peanut butter cups and even Butterfingers! No baking required!!!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword cookie, copycat, dessert

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 10 servings

Calories 345kcal

Cost $6

Equipment

• Batter Bowl
• Silicone spatula
• Glass Jars with Clamp Lids
• Instant Read Meat Thermometer

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 1/8 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 Butterfinger chopped
• 1 bag Reese's Pieces
• 2 1.7 oz tubes mini M&Ms
• 1 bag mini Reese's PB Cups chopped

Instructions

• Heat treat your flour: place in microwave safe bowl and microwave for 45 seconds. Use an instant read thermometer and check the temp is 165. Cool completely. 
  1 cup all-purpose flour
• Once cooled, add salt to flour – mix and set aside
  1/4 tsp salt
• In a large mixing bowl, add butter, peanut butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar and beat on low with a hand mixer until fluffy, about 3 min
  1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 3 tbsp sugar
• Mix in 1 1/2 Tbsp milk and the vanilla.
  1/8 cup milk, 1 tsp vanilla
• Add in flour and stir in with a spatula. Add more milk if you need to thin it – about 1 Tbsp at a time. The batter should be pliable and not too stiff.
• Using a rubber spatula fold in butterfinger, Reese Pieces, m&ms and pb cups 
  1 Butterfinger , 1 bag Reese's Pieces, 2 1.7 oz tubes mini M&Ms , 1 bag mini Reese's PB Cups
• Store cookie dough in refrigerator (note that it will harden up once chilled because the butter will solidify, you can let it rest at room temperature if desired).

Notes

• Store in air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks
• Scoop into balls and freeze for up to 6 months
• Great in ice cream, milkshakes, pancakes and more

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 40.6g | Protein: 6.4g | Fat: 18.6g | Saturated Fat: 10.1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 33.1g | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 2mg

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If you’re here – you already know that Gulf Shores is a great place to visit! I’ve even got a list of over 30 activities you can do around the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area.

But we’re here to talk about BRUNCH! Brunch isn’t just for Sundays – when you’re on vacation – brunch is every day! That’s the best thing about visiting Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area is that you can get between all the great places in about 15 minutes!

1. BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets – 25689 Canal Road – Orange Beach, AL

Why We Love BuzzCatz

BuzzCatz Coffee & Sweets is a cute little coffee shop with home-baked pastries and a cute cat theme. I’m a cat lover so I had to visit! I took home the cute glass you see in the background even.

What to Order at BuzzCatz

• Housemade Pop Tarts – filled with a pastry cream and I couldn’t help but eat the whole thing!
• Cat Head biscuits – they were about the size of a cat head – and were served with their homemade jam. (The cinnamon raisin was my favorite)
• Pecan Pie Cinnamon Roll – no icing needed!

2. Ruby Slipper Cafe – 24151 Perdido Beach Blvd – Orange Beach, AL

Why We Love Ruby Slipper Cafe

The Ruby Slipper Cafe is a staple in New Orleans and are expanding across the south. Their Gulf Shore location is right on the main strip in Orange Beach – you can’t miss it – or those mimosas!

What to Order at Ruby Slipper Cafe

• Eggs Benedicts – this is their specialty! My favorite was the Biscuits & Gravy Eggs Benedict. Homemade biscuits topped with a poached egg and their in-house biscuits and gravy! So yum! The Chicken St. Charles was sooooo good too!
• Pig Candy – their candied bacon is so legendary – I had to make my own copycat version!
• Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes – Classic buttermilk pancakes with cinnamon & brown
  sugar filling & a cream cheese glaze – yes please!

Ruby Slipper also invited us to come back and learn the secrets to their biscuits! I’m obviously a biscuit queen and here’s the Ruby Slipper Biscuit Recipe so you can make them yourself!

3. Southern Grind Coffeehouse – 22843 Perdido Beach Blvd – Orange Beach, AL

Why We Love Southern Grind Coffeehouse

Southern Grind Coffeehouse was another great find – they’re really known for their coffee – but we also grabbed a bite – since we were there. Their decor is really awesome – it’s very beachy and they have so many cute art & decor items for sale too! We visited their Orange Beach location at Hotel Indigo but they also have one at the Wharf.

What to Order at Southern Grind

• Creme Brulee Latte – all of their coffee drinks are delicious but this was my favorite!
• Cinnamon French Toast – Cinnamon swirl bread with a side of bacon!
• Belgian Waffle – be sure to get the strawberries & cream version!

4. Sunliner Diner – 100 E 2nd Ave – Gulf Shores, AL

Why We Love Sunliner Diner

Sunliner Diner is a super cute 50’s style diner with a classic car out front – and it’s pristine!!! It’s picture perfect for sure!!! Plus they have amazing food that make for the best breakfast in town!

What to Order at Sunliner Diner

• Mimosas – I’m not much of a drinker but if there’s champagne – I’m in! They also do specialty mimosas during the holidays!
• Specialty Biscuits – I loved the Cinnamon Raisin Biscuit with a light glaze on top. My friend Stephanie loved the Bacon Cheese Ranch biscuits so much that she made a copycat version herself!
• Corned Beef Hash – House made corned beef, bell peppers, onions and hash browns topped with poached eggs and a horseradish cream sauce. I loved it so much I made a copycat version of this delicious corned beef hash!

5. The Gulf – 27500 Perdido Beach Blvd – Orange Beach, AL

Why We Love The Gulf

The Gulf is my all-time favorite!! Get your toes in the sand because the Gulf is RIGHT ON THE WATER! It’s a little more lunch than breakfast but it’s still delicious and the best seat in the area! Picnic tables on the beach, a cute shop with the CUTEST pillows, candles, cards, etc.; and lots of spots in the sun or shade. I go at least twice every visit to Gulf Shores!

What to Order at The Gulf

• Tuna Poke Bowl – when you’re on the water – eat seafood and this poke bowl is the best I’ve ever had! It’s so fresh and light!
• Grouper Sandwich – so delicious and served with a lemon dill sauce that I couldn’t get enough of!
• Shrimp Tacos – The pineapple corn salsa is so good on those grilled Gulf shrimp!

6. OSO Early – 27370 Canal Rd – Orange Beach, AL

Why We Love OSO Early

OSO Early is off the main drag but it’s worth the drive! It’s a great coffee shop, a quick grab-n-go stop (breakfast sandwich anyone?) and a delicious restaurant all in one! This is another must-try stop when you’re in Gulf Shores.

What to Order at OSO Early

• Bacon Bowl – braised pork belly, creole hash browns, collard greens, poached eggs, hollandaise and bloody mary pico! Every single component is PERFECTION.
• Nassau Cheese Grits – Filled with sauteed peppers, onions and ham and then finished off with bacon, tomatoes and gouda. (My copycat recipe!)
• Bushwhacker Pancakes – the famous Bushwhacker drink of Gulf Shores comes to life in pancakes!

7. Brick & Spoon – 24705 Canal Rd – Orange Beach, AL

Why We Love Brick & Spoon

Brick & Spoon is THE place to go if you’re looking for an amazing Bloody Mary! They even have a Bloody Mary menu where you can add all sorts of things like a deviled egg!

What to Order at Brick & Spoon

• Bloody Mary – they have a build-your-own menu so go for it!
• Beignets – You don’t have to go to New Orleans for these powdered sugar delights!
• Breakfast Tacos – loaded up with chorizo and a mango salsa – so good!

8. Foodcraft – 21196 East Beach Blvd – Gulf Shores, AL

Why We Love Foodcraft

Foodcraft is THE place to go for the breakfast buffet or a Sunday brunch! They are part of the Gulf State Park so you’ve got a great view and places to walk after you indulge!

What to Order at Foodcraft

• New York Strip Steak & Eggs – grilled steak, eggs, tomatoes and home fries with a cajun remoulade! Wow!
• Banana Bread French Toast – bananas, pecans, bourbon-maple syrup and bacon!!! are all things I want to eat on a Sunday!
• Crab Cake Benedict – Crab cakes are my favorite! They’re served on an English muffin and topped with spinach, poached eggs and a Cajun citrus tarragon sauce.

More Brunch Spots in Gulf Shores

No need to go to Waffle House when you’re on vacation – there are plenty of options! Here’s a few more:

• Tacky Jacks – with locations in Gulf Shores, Orange Beach and Fort Morgan – it’s one of the most eclectic and fun restaurants. While the menu options are not online, they open at 8am (it’s 5 o’clock somewhere) and have daily breakfast specials with bacon, eggs, sausage and more.
• Kitty’s Kafe – An unassuming diner in a strip mall with classic breakfast items like Dried Beef Gravy on Toast and lots of Kountry-style breakfast options! They also have lunch salads and sandwiches too.
• Safari Club at Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo – Sunday brunch from 10a-3p features chiaquiles, benedicts, blueberry pancakes & more. Plus – you can go to the zoo after!

We stayed at Turquoise Place and it was amazing! We had a four bedroom condo and it had all the amenities – a huge kitchen and dining room, grill on the patio, jacuzzi tub in the master bath, the most comfortable beds ever and so much more. We also learned that they launder the duvets after every guest – which is NOT something that happens in nearly any other vacation rental!

I can’t even begin to share all the benefits – free beach towels, free parking, cabanas, pools, fitness clubs, daily activities and games, a lazy river and more! The whole facility is beautiful. I can’t wait to go back!!!

Sunsets were the best!!! I met this little guy while I was down there taking pics one evening! So beautiful!!!! We absolutely loved our trip and I can’t wait to go back.

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Where is Highland County?

Highland County is east of Hamilton & Clermont County – the main cities you’ll find are Hillsboro, Highland, Leesburg, Greenfield and Lynchburg. I spent most of my time up around Greenfield, Leesburg and Hillsboro.

Breakfast Spots in Highland County

• Batter Up Bakery is always my #1 stop! I met Casey & crew a few years back and have been a loyal customer ever since! My favorite thing about Batter Up is that they use FRESH SEASONAL ingredients. They’ll have you saying Krispy who???

• We also enjoyed breakfast at Sassafras Kitchen & Bar! Their story is so interesting – it’s two sisters that started the coffee shop and are also the chef’s behind the delicious breakfast & lunch treats they have. The Maple Bacon Pancake Muffin is NOT TO BE MISSED!

• Cafe 28 in Leesburg, OH is a cute little cafe next to Batter Up Bakery. They have all sorts of coffee but also FLAVORED RED BULL! Their breakfast and lunch offerings are great too – my favorite was their biscuits and gravy.
• Holtfield Station in Hillsboro is also a favorite stop! They have baked goods and the best drive-thru coffee in town! They also sell local baked goods and have an amazing lunch deli.

Fun Things To Do Outside in Highland County

• We got to browse the Hillsboro Farmers Market while we were in town. It’s every Saturday from 9am-1pm on Government Square during the summer and fall. You’ll find fresh fruit & veggies, homemade pasta and breads, candies, crafts and so much more all from local vendors!

Here are some of my other favorite things we did:

• Rocky Fork Lake – We hit up Rocky Fork Lake Boat Rental and had a blast! We took out a pontoon boat and cruised around the lake on a beautiful sunny day! Not to be missed! And the staff is amazing!
• Pickleball Courts – Hillsboro has some amazing new pickleball courts near The Porch! They have leagues for all skill levels. We had a blast!!!

• Kayaking and Bike Riding with Greenfield Outdoor Adventures. Mike is a local pastor and wants to encourage folks to get out and enjoy all that Highland County has to offer.

• There is great hiking in Greenfield, Rocky Fork State Park Fort Hill, Fort Salem. We even explored a cave at the Highlands Nature Sanctuary. This used to be a tourist attraction but now it’s been turned into more of a nature preserve. It’s all free too! If you like Hocking Hills – you definitely need to check this out!

• B. Williams Farm in Leesburg OH – This is a super cute pumpkin patch with games for the kids to play, mums as far as the eye can see and even some home decor items to take home.

• Dark Harvest Productions in Hillsboro, OH – New to the area they are a ginormous pumpkin patch and corn maze. They have some scary areas and some not scary – so there’s definitely something for everyone! The pumpkins are next level and all grown on their farm!

• Karnes Orchard in Hillsboro OH – If you’re looking for apples – this is THE place! They have so many varieties that run from June – October! You can pick your own or just head in and grab a bag of any size. They also have very unique heirloom varieties. This is definitely a yearly visit for me and be sure to the get the apple cider slushie!
• Dancing on Tabletops – Cathy Rivas is a former teacher with an amazing space in the middle of a corn field (literally). She’s available for classes or retreats and will work with you to create the “craft” you want to do!

Shopping in Highland County

There are lots of cute shops in Hillsboro and the surrounding areas. There are clothing boutiques – but also lots of other unique stops. A couple of my favorites were:

• Mimi’s Kitchen in Hillsboro – This is hands-down the best cheesecake I have ever tasted in my life! It’s really light and fluffy – they have a little shop downtown. Check their group for hours or call to order your cheesecake. In the shop they have slices, parfaits, minis and more. Cindy (the owner) is also the sweetest thing ever with a wonderful story. If you’re looking to support a family business – and gain a few pounds – this is the one to go to!

• Twisted Violet Homestead in Hillsboro – Twisted Violet is such a cute shop! They have natural remedies (I picked up some sugar scrub and magnesium cream), cute jewelry and t-shirts as well as fun things for around the house. They’re moving to Hillsboro soon – so be sure to check their FB page for their location before you go. They even have classes where you can get your friends together and make sugar scrubs and more – a great activity for kids or adults!

Delicious Spots for Lunch & Dinner in Highland County

Here’s the thing – you can definitely make a day trip – but it’s also not too far that if you’re just wanting to explore someplace new – head over for lunch or dinner! We stopped at:

• Catch 22 Sports Pub, Greenfield – This bar & grill had a wide array of delicious beers and yummy food. The burgers were great but everybody’s favorite was the Buffalo Chicken Flatbread.
• Leesburg Dairy Barn – This newly opened spot is very popular! With ice cream, burgers, chicken strips and more – it’s a great spot for lunch or dinner!

• The Alley in Hillsboro – We stopped in for dinner the night of the Bengals game and it was so good! They have a bowling alley and a bunch of games to play – but the food is where it’s at. I encourage you to get all appetizers! The fried mushrooms were the best ones I’ve had in my entire life!

• The Porch in Hillsboro – Another great spot for dinner! Family owned & operated with live music every Friday. The Rueben Egg Rolls and Cobbler Skillet were a big hit!
• Maplecrest Meats in Hillsboro – This is a premier butcher shop with Certified Angus Beef – but they also have a deli, meals-to-go and serve a daily lunch special!

• JR’s General Store & Country Crust Bakery in Bainbridge, OH – If you like Amish country – you can get a taste of it at the General Store and Bakery. I grabbed up a bunch of bulk spices (so cheap) at the general store and then headed to the bakery for a delicious pretzel rueben and some fry pies!

• Terry’s Pizza & Crazy Shakes in Lynchburg OH – If you’re looking for Crazy Shakes but don’t want to travel all the way to Gulf Shores – you can get them right here in Ohio! Terry’s Pizza is a grocery/gas station/pizza/ice cream parlor all in one. They have a huge (and delicious) deli too! Their crazy shakes are $10 and don’t miss out on the Dill Pickle Pizza!!!

Where to stay in Highland County?

There are loads of cabins, campgrounds, air bnbs and mom & pop hotels in the area. I’ve stayed at a locally owned spot each time I spent the weekend.

• Lakeside Oasis in Hillsboro – this 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has 6 beds, a hot tub, lake access, outdoor sauna, game room and so much more! This is definitely a fun spot for a big family! There are two primary bedrooms and then one room with multiple beds that is perfect for kids!

• WhiteOak View Farm in Hillsboro – It’s a four-bedroom farm house that has everything you need for breakfast as well as a beautiful farm. We got to see the cows, pet a kitty and take a break by their pond.

• Woodhaven Farm Bed & Breakfast in Leesburg – This B&B is a unique space with a single room with on-suite bath downstairs and then the upstairs is a wide open space with four antique beds. It was a great space for a girls weekend like we had. They also had a super cute dog I got to snuggle with!

All in all – a great time was had by all! We even got to play a little Highland County-Opoly before we left!

More Day Trips from Cincinnati

• Santa Claus Indiana during the Holidays
• Day Trip to Springfield OH
• Weekend Trip to Adams County OH

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