Traditional and Contemporary Southern Recipes
Welcome to my kitchen where I’m sharing classic Southern recipes that anyone can make! Just good clean recipes with no yucky additives or preservatives. Take a look around!
Thanksgiving and Christmas Recipes
A collection of tried and true family recipes for your holiday entertaining-appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts.
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Meet Anecia
I’m Anecia, a native Texan, author, cook and photographer for SmartyPantsKitchen where I’m sharing Traditional and Contemporary Southern recipes for cooks of all levels. There’s nothing fancy or gourmet about my recipes-just easy, simple, delicious and memorable! Take a tour and check out delicious recipes!
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Quick and Easy
Most of these recipes are ready in less than 30-minutes!!
Soups, Stews & Slow-Cooker
Healthy soups and stews, including some popular Cajun, Creole and Irish recipes!































































