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Lynda Gaines
Nov 22, 20242 min read
Walkin’ and Talkin’ Turnip Greens
· 4 lbs fresh turnip greens (your choice of greens) about 6-8 bunches, trimmed and washed · 1 1/2 lbs smoked turkey tails,...
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Lynda Gaines
Nov 16, 20241 min read
Dressing “Not Stuffing” Ingredients
Cornbread 1 3/4 cups self-rising white cornmeal mix 1 cup flour 2 large eggs 1 cup whole buttermilk 1/2 cup vegetable oil heated in...
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Lynda Gaines
Nov 12, 20241 min read
SWITCH THINGS UP WITH DUTCH & RIO THIS THANKSGIVING!
As many of you know, I've taken a break from catering. I’m even taking a break from my own Thanksgiving spread that usually boasts turkey...
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Lynda Gaines
Nov 8, 20241 min read
LET’S TALK TURKEY!
Make that Thanksgiving turkey JUMP off the table using this wet rub recipe! Great on all meats! Using fresh herbs in the place of dry...
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Lynda Gaines
Nov 5, 20241 min read
OLÉ MY SOUL! Comfort Bowl of Chili
Nothing gives comfort like a warm and hearty bowl of chili! Dutch & Rio brings to you comforts of the season with Olé My Soul! Chili...
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Lynda Gaines
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Fall in Love with a Comforting Bowl of Chili!
Nothing gives comfort like a warm and hearty bowl of chili! Dutch & Rio brings to you comforts of the season with Olé My Soul! Chili...
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Lynda Gaines
May 21, 20241 min read
ONE-POT SOUL SPAGHETTI
2 tbsp. olive oil 1 small, chopped onion 2-3 cloves chopped fresh garlic 2-3 lbs. lean ground beef 2 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. (heaping) Oh My...
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Lynda Gaines
May 21, 20241 min read
Lemon Pepper Wings
When life gives you lemons, make lemon pepper wings! This easy appetizer is crispy and delicious and the best part is that the wings are...
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Lynda Gaines
Jun 15, 20231 min read
OH MY SOUL! Melt- in -Yo’ Mouth Meatloaf
1 lb. ground beef 1 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. coarse ground pepper 1 heaping tsp. Oh My Soul All-Purpose Seasoning 1/2 small onion (chopped)...
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Lynda Gaines
May 12, 20231 min read
Lemon Pepper Wings
When life gives you lemons, make lemon pepper wings! This easy appetizer is crispy and delicious and the best part is that the wings are...
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Lynda Gaines
Feb 28, 20231 min read
It’s a Wrap… and I don’t mean a Sandwich!
As the month draws to a close, I hope you enjoyed my stories of family love and history. They have been the cornerstone of my family’s...
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Lynda Gaines
Feb 28, 20231 min read
Dreaming on the “Chitlin' Circuit”
Pictured here are Robert (Dutch) and Zerita (Rio) after a night of dancing at the Dreamland Ballroom located at Little Rock, Arkansas's,...
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Lynda Gaines
Feb 27, 20231 min read
Love in Black and White
My grandparents had one son. His name was “Bobby,” and he was my dad. Although, he was an only child, my grandparents served as surrogate...
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Lynda Gaines
Feb 24, 20233 min read
Outlaws Need Love Too
Human kindness has placed some of my “peeps” on the wrong side of the law. As I continue this series of stories about family love and...
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Lynda Gaines
Feb 16, 20232 min read
More About Dutch & Rio: My Inspiration
Their Story The inspiration for creating Dutch & Río Comfort Cuisine was birthed out of my grandparent’s kitchen. Their modest home on W....
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Lynda Gaines
Feb 8, 20231 min read
Dutch & Río Kicks Off Valentine’s Day & Black History Month with Stories of Love & Family.
It’s hard to believe that February is already here! This is the month that we celebrate Valentine's Day and Black History. It so happens...
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