Carter Family Recipes

A collection for curious cooks.

Recipes to return to. Techniques to build on. A welcoming place to discover what to cook next.

Latest from the kitchen

  • Cajun-Inspired Pressed Chicken Loaf

    A bold, smoky, and spice-forward chicken loaf inspired by Cajun flavors. Built for the ham press, this loaf features a tight deli-style slice with peppers, herbs, and classic…

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  • Tex-Mex Pressed Chicken Loaf

    A juicy, sliceable chicken loaf loaded with Jalapeño, sharp cheddar, warm Tex-Mex spices, and a hint of lime. Designed for clean deli-style slices but bold enough to stand…

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  • San Antonio Taqueria Refried Beans

    San Antonio Taqueria Refried Beans

    These San Antonio taqueria-style refried beans capture the rich, rustic flavor found in neighborhood taco shops throughout South Texas. Starting with deeply seasoned Instant Pot pinto beans, the…

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  • Nutty Ancho Hot Chocolate Mix

    A rich and complex hot chocolate base with a nutty peanut influence and a gentle ancho‑chili warmth. This pantry‑friendly mix combines traditional cocoa elements with powdered peanut butter…

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  • Creamed Spinach

    A quick and comforting side dish, this creamed spinach uses frozen spinach and Morrison gravy mix to create a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for smaller meals or weeknight…

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  • Instant Pot Ricotta Cheese

    Fresh ricotta cheese is surprisingly simple to make at home, and the Instant Pot makes the process even easier by gently heating the milk to the ideal temperature…

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  • Citrus Maple Gingered Fermented Carrots

    These citrus maple gingered carrots are a bright, aromatic fermented vegetable with a balance of sweet, tangy, and warm spice flavors. Fresh citrus zest brings lively fragrance, while…

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  • Curried Fermented Cauliflower

    This curried fermented cauliflower delivers a bold, tangy crunch with warm spice from curry powder and aromatic garlic. The natural fermentation process develops a pleasantly sour flavor while…

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  • Huevos Aguachile

    Huevos Aguachile

    This viral Huevos Aguachile is a fresh, zesty, and healthy Mexican egg salad that’s high in protein and perfect for keeping you full and energized. The combination of…

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  • Whipped Honey Coffee Affogato

    This Whipped Honey Coffee is a creamy, sweet coffee cloud that melts luxuriously over cold vanilla ice cream. Honey is whipped until thick and pale, then blended with…

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