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    Easy Recipes with a Southern Flair


    Welcome to My Kitchen Serenity! My passion is serving the needs of busy moms or dads who are looking for delicious meals for the family. Here you’ll find easy recipes for every occasion - all with a bit of southern flair.

    Popular Recipes

    Which recipes are trending now with my readers?  Here are the top 4 recipes that get the most consistent attention on My Kitchen Serenity!

    • rotel chicken spaghetti in blue bowl with white napkin and fork
      Easy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti
    • Cooked Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya in pan with toasted french bread on the side
      Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
    • baked cheese macaroni in white oblong casserole dish with silver spoon scooping
      Southern Mac and Cheese Baked
    • brats in buns topped with red, green, and yellow bell pepper strips on top. Sauerkraut in bowl in background.
      How to Cook Brats in the Oven

    Favorite Seasonal Recipes

    A collection of our current seasonal spring and summer recipes.  Easy and delicious recipes for any occasion and gathering.  How about a Blueberry Pound Cake for when those fresh blueberries start to roll in. Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole fits the bill for any day of the week, try these Easy Stuffed Cheeseburgers now that grilling season is upon us, and lastly, my lighted up Broccoli Bacon Salad won't have you needing an after-meal nap because it's made with yogurt and honey!

    • overhead view of baked cake. Cake on white cake holder with fresh blueberries scattered around.
      The Best Blueberry Pound Cake
    • baked casserole in white dish with teal blue napkin in background
      Old Fashioned Tuna Casserole
    • cheesy stuffed burger topped with bacon and pimento cheese and lettuce and tomato on white plate
      Easy Stuffed Cheeseburgers
    • Tossed broccoli bacon salad in white bowl.
      Broccoli Bacon Salad

    Main Courses

    If you came here for Southern comfort food then you're in the right place because you'll find plenty of it here.  Classic casseroles like Poppy Seed Chicken, cheesy-beefy-saucy homemade Lasagna, one pan stovetop Chicken and Rice, and skillet Garlic Butter Pork Chops. You'll also find plenty of recipe for the grill, some no-bake side dishes and salads, and even some healthy recipes. You'll find something here for just about everyone. I suggest Country Fried Steak and gravy over rice!

    • baked casserole in a white oblong dish with one serving removed and spoons on the side
      Southern Poppy Seed Chicken Casserole
    • baked lasagna
      American Lasagna
    • cooked chicken and rice in skillet
      One Pot Chicken and Rice
    • cooked pork chop and sliced zucchini on white plate with knife and fork on the side
      Garlic Butter Pork Chops

    See more main course recipes →

    Side Dishes

    A side dish is a must for just about any main dish.  Find the one that’s just right to pair with your entree. Easy, delicious side dishes are a must for most main dishes! The Mac and Cheese is my #1 side dish - probably because it's quick, easy, and with simple ingredients!

    • baked jalapeno cornbread in cast iron skillet with 3 jalapeno slices on top
      Cast Iron Jalapeno Cornbread
    • baked sliced potatoes in cast iron skillet
      Roasted Parmesan Potatoes in Oven Recipe - Easy Slice and Bake
    • baked casserole in a white oblong dish with one serving removed and wooden spoon sitting on top of casserole
      Creamy, Cheesy Southern Cabbage Casserole
    • baked cheese macaroni in white oblong casserole dish with silver spoon scooping
      Southern Mac and Cheese Baked

    See more side dish recipes →

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    About Anne

    Hi! My name is Anne Clark. I’m the founder and content creator at My Kitchen Serenity. I’m a self-taught online entrepreneur and a wife, mom, and grandmom (MayMay).  I use my love for cooking and Louisiana heritage to develop delicious recipes with a bit of southern flair (flavor!).  Visit the About page to learn more about my love for cooking and sharing.

    Learn more about me →

    Desserts

    Is dessert your favorite part of the meal, too?  Great cakes, pies, cookies, and brownies are only a click away. Check out all our favorite desserts! Hint, Apricot Nectar Cake is always a hit with everybody and perfect for a spring and summer dessert.

    • Slice of cake on white plate with chopped pecans scattered around.
      Pie in a Cake
    • Three mini cheesecakes with whipped cream topping and Oreo crumbs sprinked on top. Cheesecakes on white plate with cup of milk in background and a small bowl of crushed Oreo cookies.
      Mini Oreo Cheesecakes
    • Easy Biscoff Blondies
    • whole baked and frosted cake with chocolate shavings and cherries on top
      Easy White Forest Cake

    See more dessert recipes →

    Lighter Meal Options

    These lighter meal options are served with vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, or cauliflower rice. They're filling but won't leave you ready for a nap!

    • baked snapper topped with capers on white plate with fork
      Red Snapper Fish with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce
    • cooked cod on white plate with broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot mixture
      Keto Cod with Garlic Herb Butter
    • cooked chicken thighs on top of cauliflower rice on brown plate with fork
      Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Thighs
    • Lemon Pepper Chicken with Asparagus and Rosemary Foil Packets
      Easy Lemon Pepper Chicken Foil Packets with Asparagus

    Low Carb and Keto

    From main dishes to sides to desserts, you’ll find a wide assortment of delicious and satisfying low carb and keto-friendly recipes here. My Lemon Pepper Wings will impress any wing lover!

    • rectangular shaped sliced bars stacked on top of each other with beige napkin and walnut pieces in background
      Keto Chocolate Crunch Bars
    • baked Spinach jalapeno casserole in 9" by 13" white casserole dish
      Keto Mexican Chicken Casserole
    • stuffed peppers with cauliflower rice
      Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
    • picture of keto pancakes and syrup on white plate
      Easy and Delicious Keto Pancakes with Coconut Flour

    See more low carb and keto recipes →

    New On My Kitchen Serenity

    See what I’ve been cooking up for you lately! Easy Blueberry Orange Muffins for a delicious, quick on-the-go breakfast, Beef Stew is a year-round favorite comfort food, Crunchy Panko Chicken Tenders for an easy weeknight meal, or how about a slice of Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie to satisfy that sweet tooth on a hot summer day!

    • Two cooked pork chops topped on a white plate with glaze and pineapple chunks with sliced bell peppers on the side.
      Sweet and Sour Pork Chops with Pineapple
    • Cooked mushroom rice in brown bowl with spoon on the side.
      Instant Pot Mushroom Rice
    • Several baked brownies stacked up on a white plate.
      Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies
    • Cooked Spanish Rice in a white serving bowl with spoon inserted into the mixture. Sliced green onions on the side. Sliced tomatoes on the side.
      Spanish Rice with Ground Beef

    Ingredient Substitutions

    Several recipe ingredient substitutions for those times when you either want or need a substitute for cream cheese, tomato paste, coconut flour, and even beef broth!

    • cream cheese in white bowl with clear spoon and 3 slices of french bread in background
      The Absolute Best 31 Cream Cheese Substitutes
    • tomato paste in white bowl with parsley sprig on top and tomatoes on the vine next to the bowl on top of wooden counter top
      Ultimate Guide to the 23 Best Tomato Paste Substitutes
    • coconut flour in bowl with whole coconut next to it
      10 Best Coconut Flour Substitutes
    • broth in white bowl with spoon on the side
      15 Simple Ways to Substitute for Beef Broth

    See more Ingredient Substitutions →

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    Hi. I’m Anne and I’m happy to share with you my easy, family-friendly recipes. I’ve been cooking for my family for 30 years, and what I’ve learned is that most busy families appreciate easy homemade meals. Now that the kids are grown, my passion is creating and sharing flavorful food for you and your family to enjoy as well. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at [email protected]. 

    I’d love to hear from you!

    Recently Updated

    • Whole cake with frosting and topping on round wooden cake platter.
      Coconut Coffee Cake
    • Two cooked steaks covered with gravy and mushrooms with a side of rice and gravy.
      Country Style Steak
    • Baked chicken wings on white platter with lemon wedges.
      Lemon Pepper Wings
    • baked casserole in white rectangular dish. Topped with avocado slices and dollop of sour cream. One serving missing from casserole.
      Layered Beef Enchilada Casserole

    Seasonal Favorites

    • baked cornbread dressing in white rectangular casserole dish with wooden serving spatula on the side
      Homemade Cornbread Dressing
    • Whole Chocolate Chess Pie in white pie plate with silver pie server on the side and blue napkin
      Easy Chocolate Chess Pie
    • baked cheese macaroni in white oblong casserole dish with silver spoon scooping
      Southern Mac and Cheese Baked
    • baked and glazed cake with slice on cake server
      Easy Apricot Nectar Cake with Glaze
    • baked casserole in a white oblong dish with one serving removed and wooden spoon sitting on top of casserole
      Creamy, Cheesy Southern Cabbage Casserole
    • baked squares on white oblong platter and round plate
      Keto Pumpkin Bars with Candied Pecan Topping

    Popular Recipes

    • brats in buns topped with red, green, and yellow bell pepper strips on top. Sauerkraut in bowl in background.
      How to Cook Brats in the Oven
    • baked beans in white bowl
      Southern Baked Beans
    • rotel chicken spaghetti in blue bowl with white napkin and fork
      Easy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti
    • three baked muffins on white plate
      Easy Banana Nut Muffins Recipe
    • Easy BLT Dip with Cream Cheese
    • stuffed peppers with cauliflower rice
      Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Cajun Favorites

    • Cooked Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya in pan with toasted french bread on the side
      Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
    • red beans and sausage next to rice on brown plate with cornbread on the side
      Easy Red Beans and Rice with Sausage
    • Baked chicken breasts and potatoes on sheet pan.
      Cajun Butter Chicken
    • Baked Casserole in white oblong dish with wooden spoon
      Easy Shrimp and Rice Casserole
    • fried green tomatoes stacked on white plate with shrimp creole sauce poured on top
      Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Cajun Sauce
    • cooked jambalaya in pan on wooden table with glass of water and white bowl on the side and blue and white striped kitchen towel in the background
      Easy Keto Jambalaya Recipe

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