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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. So without further ado, here are my best recipes, from my kitchen to yours!

    New On My Kitchen Serenity

    See what I’ve been cooking up for you lately! Easy Blueberry Orange Muffins or Mixed Berry Parfaits for a delicious, quick on-the-go breakfast, Beefy Mac and Cheese is a year-round favorite comfort food, Crunchy Panko Chicken Tenders for an easy weeknight meal, or how about a slice of Peach Cobbler Pound Cake to satisfy that sweet tooth! Here are my most recent posts:

    • Cooked Cajun spaghetti on white plate with two slices of buttered French bread on the side.
      Cajun Sausage Spaghetti
    • Baked cookies piled high in a large, black bowl.
      Homestyle Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies
    • Baked and sliced meatloaf on a white serving platter.
      Bacon Cheeseburger Meatloaf
    • Overhead view of a bowl of etoufee with white rice. Sliced green onions for garnish. With sliced, toasted French bread in the background.
      Cajun Crawfish Etouffee

    My Most 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! Southern Mac and Cheese is always in the top three followed by Easy Banana Nut Muffins! Judging from what I'm seeing, most of you really enjoy the comfort food (and so do I!).

    • 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
    • Skillet beefy mac and cheese
      Beefy Mac and Cheese
    • 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 favorite seasonal recipes!  Fall, cooler weather, and the holidays will be here before we know it, so now's the time to start thinking about those delicious Thanksgiving dinners, Christmas meal planning, and cooler weather favorites!

    You'll find some new recipes such as Thanksgiving Chicken, Apple Pie Cinnamon Rolls, and Mississippi Caviar. And you can still find your favorite classic holiday recipes like Cornbread Dressing, Sweet Potato Casserole, and Green Bean Casserole. Top off your feast with a special dessert! Condensed Milk Brownies and Peach Cobbler Pound Cake are easy to make and always a hit! My Chocolate Chess Pie is starting to get a lot of attention at the moment!

    • Cooked casserole on a brown plate with a fork on the side.
      Big Mac Tater Tot Casserole
    • Three Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls on a square white plate with a fork on the side and a glass of milk in the background.
      Hawaiian Roll Cinnamon Rolls
    • Three chocolate cake layers with frosting in between and on top of the cake.
      Triple Layer Chocolate Cake
    • Five ears of grilled corn on white square platter with hamburger in background
      Southern Grilled Corn on the Cob

    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 Buffalo Ranch Tater Tot Casserole, Beefy Mac and Cheese, Tuna Noodle Casserole, and King Ranch Chicken.

    You'll also find plenty of recipe for the grill, some no-bake side dishes and salads, and even some lighter 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
      Simple Lasagna with Jar Sauce
    • cooked chicken and rice in skillet
      Southern Chicken and Rice (One Pot)
    • 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 contains simple ingredients! And who can resist Smothered Cabbage with Bacon!

    • baked jalapeno cornbread in cast iron skillet with 3 jalapeno slices on top
      Cast Iron Jalapeno Cornbread
    • baked sliced potatoes in cast iron skillet
      Cast Iron Skillet Potato Slices
    • baked casserole in a white oblong dish with one serving removed and wooden spoon sitting on top of casserole
      Cheesy Cabbage Casserole
    • Cooked candied sweet potatoes in a cast iron skillet.
      Stove Top Candied Sweet Potatoes

    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
    • Baked cake on wooden cake pedestal.
      Pineapple Pound Cake
    • Easy Biscoff Blondies
    • Whole Chocolate Chess Pie in white pie plate with silver pie server on the side and blue napkin
      Easy Chocolate Chess Pie

    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
      10-Minute Red Snapper with Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
    • cooked cod on white plate with broccoli, cauliflower, and carrot mixture
      Cod with Garlic Herb Butter
    • cooked chicken thighs on top of cauliflower rice on brown plate with fork
      Cast Iron Skillet Chicken Thighs
    • Baked chicken breast with asparagus spears, rosemary sprig, and lemon slice in a foil packet.
      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! Avocado Egg Boats are an easy and delicious breakfast!

    • Baked salmon fillet on white plate with three lemon slices.
      Cajun Baked Salmon
    • 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
    • stuffed peppers with cauliflower rice
      Keto Stuffed Bell Peppers
    • baked squares on white oblong platter and round plate
      Keto Pumpkin Bars with Candied Pecan Topping

    See more low carb and keto recipes →

    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 Anne@mykitchenserenity.com. 

    I’d love to hear from you!

    Recently Updated

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      Easy Buttermilk Brined Pork Chops
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      Easy Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders
    • Three layer carrot cake with cream cheese frosting in between the layers and on top. Sides not frosted.
      Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

    Seasonal Favorites

    • baked cornbread dressing in white rectangular casserole dish with wooden serving spatula on the side
      Southern 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
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    Popular Recipes

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    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.
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    • 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

    Profile picture pose outside in front of tall brown grass in lavender floral blouse

    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 Anne@mykitchenserenity.com. 

    I’d love to hear from you!

    Recently Updated

    • A slice of cake topped with two of mandarin orange segments and mint leaves on a square white plate with a fork.
      Mandarin Orange Cake
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      Roasted Frozen Okra
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    Seasonal Favorites

    • baked cornbread dressing in white rectangular casserole dish with wooden serving spatula on the side
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    • 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
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    • baked casserole in a white oblong dish with one serving removed and wooden spoon sitting on top of casserole
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    • rotel chicken spaghetti in blue bowl with white napkin and fork
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    • Easy BLT Dip with Cream Cheese
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    Cajun Favorites

    • Cooked Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya in pan with toasted french bread on the side
      Cajun Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya
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      Easy Cajun Red Beans and Rice
    • Baked chicken breast with potato wedges and green salad on the side.
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    • 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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