Normally, I always make meatloaf balls , but today we wanted something a little different. Meatloaf is a staple in many households, and we sure do love it around here. One of the advantages of making it into a loaf instead of balls is the leftovers—because sliced meatloaf makes the best  sandwiches the next day. This recipe can be found in my Volume 1 cookbook .

There’s nothing quite like a pot of turnip green soup simmering low and slow, filling the house with comfort and memories. This crockpot recipe from Volume 1  is one of those simple meals that brings folks together—made with hearty beans, smoky sausage, and tender turnip greens. It’s the kind of food many of us grew up on. The kind you put on early in the day and let cook while you go about your business, trusting it’ll be ready right on time. Meals like this remind us that G

This casserole is guaranteed to be a hit with your family. It's easy to put together too. The recipe can be found in the Volume 1 cookbook.

This recipe is from my Volume 1 cookbook.

We could eat soup all during the year, but many people turn to soup for dinner when the weather gets cold. Here in Alabama, we are experiencing some cold nights. This recipe can be found in my Volume 1 cookbook.

This recipe is always a very popular one, not only online but anytime someone tries it for the first time. Since it was just Harold and I eating the other night, I decided to make a smaller batch than I normal. You can find the larger portion recipe in my Volume 1 cookbook .

This recipe can be found in my Volume 1 cookbook . We love to eat it with cornbread.

This one pot meal of Cabbage and Smoked Conecuh Sausage is a family favorite. It comes together relatively quickly and is very simple to make. You can find the recipe in my Volume 1 cookbook .

I've shared this recipe before, but Peach Cobbler is always good. We had a death in our community so I wanted to take something to the family. You can use different types of fruit and they all will be good. This recipe is in my Volume 1 cookbook on page 55.

This simple, 5-ingredient soup recipe is perfect for those busy days when you are trying to get dinner on the table quickly. It only takes 20 minutes to cook! Add some cornbread or even a grilled cheese sandwich if you want. You can find this recipe in my Volume 1 cookbook.