About James Villas

Bacon Cheddar Biscuits

Bacon-Cheddar Biscuits

These Southern-style biscuits are just the thing for almost any occasion. Go on, we dare you. Try to think of a time you wouldn’t want them. See what we mean?

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  • 45 M
  • 24
North Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich

North Carolina Eastern-Style ’Cue

This Carolina ‘cue ‘wich draws on pork that’s quite literally falling apart tender, teased into tantalizingly tender shreds, and mopped with a vinegary sauce.

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  • 15 M
  • 7 H
  • 5
Swiss Apple, Pear, Potato, and Bacon Braise Recipe

Swiss Apple, Pear, Potato, and Bacon Braise

This recipe for a hearty Swiss potato braise is deeply flavored with German speck or slab bacon, pears, apples, and a touch of cream.

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  • 30 M
  • 1 H
  • 1
Russian Borscht Recipe

Russian Borscht

This Russian borscht is a hearty soup made with beef and bacon; it’s all about the meat. Add traditional sour cream and dark buttered bread to make a meal.

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Southern Pecan Pie by James Villas

Southern Pecan Pie

Villas’ pecan pie is unlike most others as it’s not as sweet as most. But it does have the requisite fresh pecans, mellow rich filling, and tender flaky crust.

Delaware Creamed Succotash by James Villas

Delaware Creamed Succotash

For this creamed succotash, use only fresh corn and on the cob and fresh lima beans. The succotash is best served the day it’s made for best flavor.

Shrimp and Grits Recipe

Tennessee Shrimp and Grits

Classic shrimp and grits gets a Tennessee facelift with the addition of tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce.

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  • 1 H
  • 1 H, 15 M
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Yankee Bacon and Onion Scones Recipe

Yankee Bacon and Onion Scones

Filled with bacon and onion, these savory New England scones are usually served with soups, stews, and roasted meats, but they make a great breakfast too.

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  • 30 M
  • 45 M
  • 4
Spiced Peach Shortcake

Spiced Peach Shortcakes

Peach slices are cooked in a syrup infused with cinnamon and nutmeg then sandwiched between crusty sweet biscuits. On top is a dollop of softly whipped cream.

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