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About Rosie

Rosie Mayes - an African American woman - is the author and voice behind I Heart Recipes. She's wearing a blue t-shirt with the words "over it" written on the front. She has long brown hair and is smiling at the camera.

Hey cousins, it’s Rosie! Welcome to I Heart Recipes!

I’m a Soul Food blogger living in the Pacific Northwest, bringing Southern cooking to gorgeous Seattle, Washington. I was born and raised in the PNW, but my family roots go all the way to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where my grandparents were born and raised. I live every day to bring the traditional values, recipes, and love of food to life for my family—whether they’re online or in real life. So, welcome to the party, family! Let’s get right into it.

Why I Heart Recipes Started

In 2009, I was feeling burnout from my full-time job as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Long, emotional days with no real escape were getting to me. My husband said I needed a hobby, and you know what?! Dang, was he right! So, on a whim, with no real idea of what I was doing, I started my blog and YouTube channel, and the I Heart Recipes family was born.

I’ve always loved cooking. From the moment I could walk, you’d find me following my aunties into the kitchen, playing with biscuit dough, and making up my own dishes with kitchen scraps. My mom is one of 18 kids, so my family is swimming with aunts and uncles, all raised on my grandmother’s cooking. My grandma, the matriarch of the family, has always been my inspiration for my love of all things cooking. I strive daily to live the values she instilled in my family: to ensure everyone is fed and feels like they belong.

I was brought up on every type of Soul Food you can imagine. From Creole to Cajun recipes to traditional Southern food—collard greens, smothered chicken, mac and cheese, or any version of cornbread you can imagine. And desserts! There were always enough desserts to feed an army and then some. I worked hard to gather bits and pieces of my grandmother’s recipes from the memories of my aunts and uncles and eventually perfected as many of her recipes as I could (with the approval of the whole fam, of course—my ultimate taste testers!).

Eventually, I became a resource for all things cooking. My friends and family who didn’t know their way around a kitchen would come to me for help, advice, and recipes. I realized my loved ones didn’t know how to make their favorite comfort foods. So, Cousin Rosie to the rescue! My first recorded and published video was a haphazard video blog of me making dinner, going on long rants, and puttering about my kitchen while my husband was at work. We posted it online and the rest is history.

I Heart Recipes began as a hobby and has turned into a Southern and Soul Food resource for thousands. I strive to share the recipes I grew up on, all with a classic Cousin Rosie spin. I want to make delicious, stick-to-your-ribs Southern food accessible to everyone, regardless of where you’re from or your skill level in the kitchen—comfort food made easy. I love to eat, love to recreate my favorite dishes from any restaurant I go to, and love to put a modern spin on traditional, authentic soul food my grandma made. And I love to please, taking requests from my online fam and creating recipes they want to see.

My already-large family has grown from 17 aunts and uncles and countless cousins to thousands of family and friends online. And that is why I’m always going to be Cousin Rosie, sharing delicious food, a little bit of sass, and some Southern charm, all from my home in the Pacific Northwest.

I’m so happy you’re here, and I hope you’re hungry! Let’s get cookin’!

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I Heart Soul Food – The First Cookbook from Rosie Mayes

Learn to cook soul food the way Mom and Grandma used to! I published a cookbook packed with more than 100 Southern Comfort Food favorites, including fan-favorite recipes from my blog and YouTube channel and never-before-seen recipes that are sure to become new go-to recipes in your home. Find out where you can buy my cookbook below!

The cover of Rosie's first book. The cover art is a collage of four images. The top left image is a pot of soul food collard greens with chunks of cornbread. Top right is a picture of Rosie smiling at the camera, holding a plate with a slice of pie on it. The bottom right image is a bowl of shrimp and sausage, served over a bed of mashed potatoes with a sauce. The bottom left image is a pan of macaroni and cheese with a serving spoon. In the center of the image is a red heard with white text that says "I Heart Soul Food. 100 Southern Comfort Food Favorites"

Where to Buy: Amazon | Sasquatch Books | Penguin Random House
Sold at all major book retailers near you!

AVAILABLE NOW: Super Soul Food with Cousin Rosie – 100s of Never-Before-Seen Recipes

My next cookbook, Super Soul Food with Cousin Rosie: 100+ Modern Twists on Comfort Food Classics, is OUT NOW and I couldn’t be more excited! Another collection of 100+ recipes from yours truly, including family favorites, my most popular online recipes, and SO MUCH MORE.

The book cover for Rosie's second book titled "Super Soul Food with Cousin Rosie" features Rosie on the cover wearing a mint green shirt. She is pouring a glass of sweet tea from a pitcher. A red dutch oven pot sits on a range stovetop on the counter in front of her. In the background, there's a cake on a stand, vegetables near the sink, and wooden cutting boards hanging on a white tiled kitchen call.

Where to Buy: Amazon | Penguin Random House

RosaMae Seasonings – A Brand New Seasonings Line from I Heart Recipes

After I released my first cookbook, I wanted to create a line of seasonings that encapsulated everything the I Heart Recipes brand stood for—making easy, delicious recipes (packed with flavor) that will bring your family together. My goal was to create a luxury Soul Food seasoning brand that will enhance your recipes and simplify them!

I named my seasoning and cooking line after my cherished late grandmother, Rosa Mae (who I am actually named after)! In this way, I’ve been able to bring the loving flavors of my grandmother’s Soul Food and comfort recipes into the homes of hundreds of cousins around the world. We have everything from Greens Seasoning to Oxtail Seasonings, Yams Spice, and even Peach Cobbler Seasoning. We also have many salt-free versions of our seasonings. Our seasonings are blended and packed right here in the USA, then shipped off to customers. Check out the full line of RosaMae Seasonings, available only online now!

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I Heart Recipes in the News

Find out what the public has to say about I Heart Recipes! Recently featured in:

  • Seattle’s Child – https://www.seattleschild.com/soul-food-recipes-feast-from-seattle-author-rosie-mayes/
  • Seattle’s Child – https://www.seattleschild.com/sharing-the-joy-of-food-rosie-mayes/
  • Sheen Magazine – http://www.sheenmagazine.com/we-just-cant-get-enough-of-i-heart-recipes-creator-rosie-mayes/
  • USA Today – https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/reviewed/2022/06/13/12-cookbooks-black-chefs-like-kwame-onwuachi-and-rosie-mayes/7609786001/
  • Seattle Times – https://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/october-4-taste/
  • Thrillist – https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/rosie-mayes-red-velvet-cake-recipe-juneteenth
  • Thrillist – https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/thrillist-most-popular-food-and-drink-recipes
  • Cuisine Noir Magazine – https://www.cuisinenoirmag.com/i-heart-soul-food-cookbook-rosie-mayes/
  • All Recipes – https://www.allrecipes.com/article/jamaican-jerk-chicken-for-christmas-dinner/

Let’s Work Together!

Want to collab? Me too! I love working with brands to create delicious recipes with easy, affordable, budget-friendly ingredients that my Cousins will love to recreate for their own families. For sponsorships or to learn more about working with I Heart Recipes, send an email to contact [at] iheartrecipes [dot] com and let’s get cookin’!

Comments

  1. mary says

    November 2, 2012 at 12:55 pm

    lady you should be the next Paula Deen your food looks wonderful cannot wait to get home buy some can biscuits already have cinnamon thank you so much for sharing.

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    • Rosie says

      November 4, 2012 at 10:17 pm

      Thanks Mary.

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      • Mohamed says

        January 22, 2016 at 1:55 am

        From Kenya with love

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        • Rosie says

          January 24, 2016 at 7:30 pm

          Thanks!

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          • Patrick says

            March 28, 2016 at 6:00 pm

            I love your meals Ms Rosie and have lots of your vids save! Thanks for being a GREAT COOK!

          • Rosie says

            March 28, 2016 at 8:12 pm

            Thank YOU Patrick!

        • Alice says

          October 8, 2019 at 5:48 am

          This is the best recipes I have ever tried

          Reply
      • Shkoda says

        April 6, 2016 at 12:38 pm

        Hi Rosie! I’m so glad I found you. I look forward into adopting some of your delicious recipes, as I’m an avid cook and baker. I was reading your bio and I too have had a similar childhood experience; in fact, I grew up in Tacoma, WA!!! I miss living there so much. Any hoot, again I look forward towards the fun filled experience with your ingredients! Take care.

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        • Rosie says

          April 6, 2016 at 6:01 pm

          Hi Shkoda!!! So glad that you found me! WOW! We used to be neighbors! XOXO

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          • Saundra Evans says

            June 22, 2016 at 8:20 am

            I can’t find your mac n cheese recipe on your blog. I saw your video directing me to this blog for the exact recipe but I just can’t find it. I looked through the macaroni and cheese recipes but they were not yours. Help. Your blog is really beautiful and well constructed.

          • Rosie says

            June 22, 2016 at 8:58 am

            Please use the search tool. All the macaroni and cheese recipes listed on my blog are mine.

      • Kandy says

        February 23, 2017 at 7:46 am

        Rosie:

        I would love a Crème Brulee French Toast Recipe made from Challah Bread. So far, there isn’t a youtube recipe on how to do this anywhere! It would be nice to have by Easter and Mother’s Day!

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      • Jasmine Zayed says

        March 7, 2017 at 12:58 am

        Wow your recipes on YouTube are amazing! I hope you have enough food at your place. I also hope that you feed your brother. You live by yourself? That’s crazy!

        Best Reguards,
        Jasmine Zayed

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        • Rosie says

          March 7, 2017 at 1:48 pm

          Hi Jasmine! What was above was my past. I am truly blessed these days. No I don’t live by myself. I’m a wife and mother these days 🙂

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          • Alan Martin Brown says

            August 6, 2018 at 12:57 am

            I was born and raised in New Orleans. Creole and Cajun food is my Bali wick. I cook a similar chicken etouffe which is just smothered chicken in a roux gravy. I must say that I like the twist of putting milk or cream in the gravy. Can’t wait to try it out on some bone in thighs I have to defrost.
            I am glad for the blessings that you have received, your husband is blessed toi. He has a beautiful wife and she can cook soul food like a diva. Oh, let’s not forget his child too. It is great coming across your blog. I signed up for emails. Just an old white guy married 35 years 2 days from now to my eternal bride, my queen. Growing up in New Orleans I witnessed much social injustice that shouldn’t be allowed to happen to any of God’s children.
            Alan Brown now in Michigan 25 years cause I married a damned Yankee… I mean a sweet northwestern girl that has put up with me and stood by my side or pushed from behind in some adversity. But she has dedicated herself to our Eternal Marriage. We do not believe that at death do we part.

          • Rosie says

            August 6, 2018 at 9:28 am

            Hi Alan! This comment made me chuckle!! 35 years of marriage? That’s beautiful!! Thanks so much for following my blog!!

      • Freda says

        April 10, 2017 at 9:47 am

        Hi Rosie.

        you’re beautiful and a great cook! I love macaroni and cheese casserole but don’t know how to make it. I especially like it made with Hoop cheese. Can you please tell me how to make a mac and cheese casserole?

        Thank you

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        • Rosie says

          April 10, 2017 at 11:39 am

          Hi Freda! I don’t have any macaroni & cheese recipes with hoop cheese, but I have several recipes.

          Southern Baked Macaroni and Cheese
          Soul Food style macaroni and cheese
          Slow Cooker Macaroni and cheese

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      • Sherry says

        August 21, 2017 at 5:29 pm

        Rosie your mac and cheese do you use the whole box of elbow macaroni?

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        • Rosie says

          August 21, 2017 at 7:40 pm

          Hi Sherry, the measurements will be listed within the recipe 🙂

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      • Johnny Hancock says

        January 21, 2018 at 10:44 am

        From Louisiana also a self taught cook
        I love your recipes !! Easy to follow and the pictures
        Make me want to cook right now !!

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        • Rosie says

          January 21, 2018 at 6:38 pm

          Thanks Johnny!

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      • Dr. Rita Anita Linger says

        October 19, 2018 at 2:26 pm

        Rosie,
        I joined your recipe list serve today. I must tell you, your recipes make me smile. They are clearly developed with love….from the drinks to the food, you must have an old soul as I can just envision the love and care your ancestors imbued into you for you to create such masterpieces. Thank you for enriching my life with exceptional food and drink…. Dr. Rita Anita Linger

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        • Rosie says

          October 20, 2018 at 8:52 pm

          Thanks so much for the sweet words!

          Reply
      • Ashley Greene says

        November 26, 2018 at 2:43 am

        Hi ms Rosie I’m an avid cooker and I love cooking and baking more than anything for my children and fiancé .. love your recipes ❤️ Wondering if you would be doing a salmon recipe soon ? Maybe a honey bourbon salmon 🙂 I’ve made it but I would love to try it your way

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        • Rosie says

          November 27, 2018 at 6:53 pm

          Hi Ashley! I will try to do salmon soon.

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      • Barbara Benjamin says

        December 30, 2018 at 8:04 pm

        Rosie, Your food looks good and I was taught how to cook by my mother and grandmothers from a small rural town in Ga. We have similar cooking styles and everyone tells me that I should be a restaurant owner. I love good comfort foods. Your Black eyed peas look just like mine. lol. It’s a compliment when family and friends tell me I can burn in the kitchen like my mother. She passed on 3 years ago leaving me a legacy of good down home southern cooking recipes and memories. I am 52 and all my immediate family that I was born into has died. Mother, father sister, and brother.

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      • Shannon says

        January 16, 2019 at 9:50 am

        Rosie u are the reason I went and brought my slow cooker your recipes are great I can’t wait to see what u make in 2019.

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      • Tiffany says

        September 7, 2020 at 11:08 pm

        Rosie, from the bottom of my heart I want to say thank you so much for all your wonderful recipes. Also, for teaching me how to cook and love cooking. You are amazing and a blessing. Much much much love to you and your family. Thank you so much!!!

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        • Rosie says

          September 8, 2020 at 10:44 am

          Aweeee. Thank you sweetie! XOXOXOX

          Reply
    • louis webb says

      March 3, 2017 at 6:25 am

      I Rosie,love your many recipes,I hear you say on all of your video’s if you like the particular recipe to give it a thumbs up…I haven’t been able to locate any means to do that . Any suggestion’s?

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      • Rosie says

        March 3, 2017 at 5:43 pm

        You can give thumbs up on YouTube 🙂

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        • Janet Loveall says

          March 19, 2017 at 9:33 am

          Cant log in love your pinto beans and hamhocks

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          • Rosie says

            March 19, 2017 at 7:59 pm

            Hi Janet! No need to log in. Feel free to browse around by using search tool on top of the page. XOXO

    • Deb H says

      August 12, 2018 at 3:07 pm

      Hi Rosie, I enjoy cooking almost anything..so I was low on cash and was thankful I had all the ingredients to make this mouth watering dish. I added a can of hot tomato sauce to mine to get it from drying out. But the finished product had my house smelling Amazing, my son came out of his room to see what was smelling so good. I love it, from one cooking Sista to another. Can’t wait to make the dessert recipe I saw on your blog (Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding) ta die for!

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    • Dianna Anderson says

      October 23, 2018 at 8:16 am

      Hello Rosie, I love your recipes and I have been following you for some time on YouTube. Glad to see you are from the Seattle area. I am using your sweet potato pie recipe today.

      Reply
    • Elizabeth says

      November 20, 2018 at 7:47 am

      I am making your Candied yams today
      I will not alter your recipe
      I make candied yams once a year but normally boil them.
      This recipe sounds and looks best.
      Thank you

      Reply
    • Walter McAlpine says

      May 16, 2019 at 8:16 pm

      Thanks Rosie for sharing your old fashioned American style beef goulash. I tried the recipe today and it came out great at following your basic and important recipe.

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      • Rosie says

        May 17, 2019 at 8:58 am

        Thanks for trying my recipe Walter!

        Reply
  2. LaTavia says

    April 12, 2015 at 11:19 pm

    I HEART this blog

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 16, 2015 at 11:04 am

      I heart YOU!! XOXO

      Reply
      • LaTavia says

        April 16, 2015 at 1:32 pm

        Awww! Thanks…. xoxo

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  3. Paula Kurth says

    April 20, 2015 at 1:32 pm

    Rosie – I just found your website and signed up for your emails. I love to cook and look forward to receiving your emails. Could you please tell me where to find your Southern Chicken and Gravy recipe. Thank you

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    • Rosie says

      April 23, 2015 at 8:00 am

      On my homepage, their is a search tool right under my picture 🙂

      Reply
      • sherry says

        November 24, 2015 at 2:07 pm

        Can someone tell me the mac and cheese turned outn

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        • Anna Robinson says

          January 12, 2016 at 6:25 pm

          Rosie I’m confirming my subscription. I love your receipes

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          • Rosie says

            January 13, 2016 at 7:04 am

            Thanks for subscribing!

  4. cassie says

    April 24, 2015 at 4:51 am

    Rosie now that the Neely’s don’t have a show,Food Network should feature u.I’m searching your site everyday and making my own cookbook from your recipes.Glad I found u,your peach cobbler looks like the one my Dad always made for me until he died,can’t wait to try it.Thanks so much,keep those recipes coming

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    • Rosie says

      April 26, 2015 at 1:08 pm

      Aweee. Thank you! I wish that the food network would reach out! That would be amazing! I hope the cobbler comes close to your dad’s sweetie!

      Reply
      • Ron B says

        May 3, 2015 at 11:51 am

        Rosie I also came up from poverty to become the man I am today a positive role model, Keep doing yourthing and keep flying high like the butterfly that that ur. Ω

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  5. Jessie Sanders says

    May 7, 2015 at 11:26 am

    was perusing the pics and comments and recipes on FB this afternoon and came across your recipe for Southern Smothered Chicken and signed into your site. am looking forward to chasing recipes through your blog. what a find. so far you’re awesome. good luck with the food network, hope they ump on the bandwagon and put you in front of the camera. xxxoooxxx wickedj

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    • Rosie says

      May 27, 2015 at 5:28 pm

      Thank you!! I’m glad that you found me! XOXO

      Reply
  6. Donna says

    May 14, 2015 at 2:22 pm

    Rosie, I’m from North Carolina, and I love good soul food, cooking,eating and feeding everybody in my Family, my sons and several adopted sons…Collards is one of my specialties I am now living alone for the first time so its hard for me to just cook for myself, I made smothered chicken breasts,Broccoli,Mashed potatoes and a strawberry cobbler for Dessert, will be eating leftovers tomorrow and the day after lol, I can’t wait to try your Collards recipe and several more…I’m following you on Pinterest now, Have you ever tried putting your collards in fat back grease after you boil them? I also add a little sugar to mine while their boiling I know thats not the healthy way lol but thoughts how I’ve always made them Bless you Thank you for this Beautiful Soul food Blog 🙂

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    • Rosie says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:36 am

      Hi Donna! I some times use fat back in my greens, but I’m not a fan of adding sugar to my greens. I think it maybe because I didn’t grow up eating them like that, but I know lots of people that make their greens with a little sugar 🙂

      Reply
  7. Laulena says

    May 25, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    Love your blog and channel! I’m never eating store bought bread again! Homemade bread all day!

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    • Rosie says

      May 27, 2015 at 4:10 pm

      Aweee. Thank you!!!

      Reply
  8. Lee says

    May 30, 2015 at 7:51 pm

    I found you on youtube and then visited your website which is now my absolute favorite. I love that your recipes are easy to follow and the ingredients are simple to create something delicious. I will subscribe and definitely support and pass the word along. I’m really glad I found you!

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    • Rosie says

      June 2, 2015 at 9:09 am

      Hi Lee! I’m glad that you found my blog! XOXO

      Reply
  9. annette skinner says

    July 12, 2015 at 3:15 am

    I have been cooking a very long time! I know great cooks when I READ one! Your recipes are wonderful, simple ,and yet elegant when needed! Keep up the great recipes! You really SHOULD be on the FOOD NETWORK!

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    • Rosie says

      July 14, 2015 at 11:10 am

      Thanks Annette!

      Reply
  10. sadiya says

    July 12, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    Hello Rosie how are u and your family doing i hope very fine ok great we thank god

    am sadia from austria and i just see your musterd honey recipe in youtube and i love it

    i realy want to something like on this ramadan this week isha allah / if god will

    soo i need something good

    Thank u
    Have a blessed day.

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    • Rosie says

      July 14, 2015 at 11:10 am

      Hi Sadiya. I hope you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  11. Jody says

    July 12, 2015 at 3:12 pm

    Hi Rosie..You are the best I hope the Food Network will discover your talents soon!!! Thank you very much
    for sharing your tasteful recipes with us. The menu this week will be The Banana Muffins, The Bacon and Cheddar Quiche, The Salmon Croquettes & The Jamaican Beef Patties. (Yummo)

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 14, 2015 at 11:13 am

      Thank you Jody!!

      Reply
  12. Karly says

    August 9, 2015 at 4:09 am

    Hi Rosie! A warm Kia Ora/Hello all the way from freezing cold New Zealand as it’s winter here at the moment. Just letting you know that your recipes are amazing and are warming my insides and my soul! I’ve made several of your recipes now and served them up to my family and there’s absolutely nothing left over – it’s all gone 🙂 Keep the recipes comin’!
    Thank you for sharing 🙂 xx

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    • Rosie says

      August 12, 2015 at 6:58 pm

      Aweee. Thank you Karly! XOXO

      Reply
  13. Rita says

    August 30, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    Hi Rosie! It’s it too late to buy your cookbook? Can’t find the link anymore. Would love to add out to my collection, let me know please!!!!!!
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 31, 2015 at 4:13 pm

      Yes, I’m working on something else though, so stay tuned 🙂

      Reply
  14. Carmen says

    September 21, 2015 at 11:53 am

    Sweet Rosie, hello from the Netherlands, i so much enjoy watching your vids because you make very delicious meals that are easy to make, wow i love the “Southern Comfort” food Rosie’s style!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 21, 2015 at 4:38 pm

      Hello there Carmen!!! I’m so glad that you like my recipes & videos! Thank you for coming by! XOXO

      Reply
  15. kenya edwards says

    September 28, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    I found your youtube channel when i was looking for recipes to make turkey wings. I’m so happy i found you because now i have PLENTY of recipe ideas. You’re a God sent. I was so bored with my same ole meal choices every week. Making oxtail stew and cheesy chicken brocoli casserole real soon!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 30, 2015 at 12:22 am

      I’m glad that you found me!

      Reply
  16. denise says

    September 29, 2015 at 7:05 pm

    Hi Rosie!

    I’ve been a fan of yours for a long time. I read your about page and we have similar backgrounds. I knew that’s why I was drawn to you. I want you to know you are fantastic and an amazing cook my love. Keep up the good work. You have my support. Kisses:)))

    Denise!

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    • Rosie says

      September 30, 2015 at 12:30 am

      Thank you so much Denise! I subscribed to your channel, and will be checking out your videos asap! XOXO

      Reply
  17. Jameka says

    October 1, 2015 at 5:45 pm

    I am so glad that I found this blog and your YouTube videos. I hope that soon you will make a cookbook as well. Thanks for sharing with us!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 2, 2015 at 2:08 pm

      Thanks for coming by Jameka!

      Reply
  18. Christie says

    October 6, 2015 at 10:33 am

    I made your smothered chicken….OMG…followed it to a T but I added green peppers…I have never had smothered chicken and wanted to do something different for my husband because he loves soul food. I am kinda picky….BUT this was so soulful..My son was licking his fingers and he is picky like me…My husband just sat back in his chair and looked at me and was like, “babe that was soooo good”…. Thanks for the recipe hookup!…I love your website..I’m looking forward to Thanksgiving. Girl you are awesome. God bless.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2015 at 4:30 pm

      I have a TON of Thanksgiving & Christmas recipes coming so stay tuned!

      Reply
  19. Danielle says

    October 7, 2015 at 9:52 am

    Hey Rosie….

    It took me a while to find a website/blog a about good wholesome soulfood as well as other recipes. I also luv your YouTube videos. Are u going to publish a cookbook soon.?

    Take care and keep entertaining us with your videos. … LUV THEM!!!!

    Danielle

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 7, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      Hi Danielle- I’m glad that you like the recipes & videos…. I’d love to publish a book, but that wouldn’t be for a while. 😀

      Reply
  20. Velvet Rose says

    October 8, 2015 at 12:03 pm

    Ms. Rosie,
    I stumbled onto to your blog while searching for a good southern/soul recipe for a sweet potato pie. I didn’t spend as much time watching my mom in the kitchen as I should have, and now I’m living with that regret. My mama’s name is Rosie also, and after viewing some of your recipes they seemed similar to hers. Because of the similarities I had to try a few of your recipes. Rosie THANK YOU !!!!!! You brought back some of my childhood memories. I lost my mom Rosie to breast cancer, and some of her recipes I could not remember how she cooked it or the ingredients, and because of your blog, I am able to make similar dishes as my moms. Your peach cobbler, beans, potato o’brien is exactly as hers and your caramel cake. MMMM MMM Good. Sending prayers for you and yours.

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  21. Rita A Reeves says

    October 21, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    Hello Rosie I love your homemade yeast rolls and they are awesome and I think that you are too ,please keep up the good work and I sure hope that you will get a foodnetwork program because I think that you would do very well and you are a very blessed young lady.

    Reply
  22. Queensugababes says

    October 24, 2015 at 12:25 pm

    Hi Rosie, I love your recipes and how you keep your videos on you tube nice and short. Thank you for helping me become a better cook. My family loves this stuff and so do I ❤

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 27, 2015 at 9:46 am

      Thank you for trying my recipes!

      Reply
  23. Janet Cortorreal says

    November 2, 2015 at 4:42 am

    Hi Rosie love your recipes, and I do love you are frugal. I too grew up in the “hood ” NYC projects . I grew up on food stamp and the “cheese line” Lol kool aid rice and eggs rice and beans chicken. Surprise meat stews Lol . My aunt taught me how to cook at 12 and how to stretch a dollar at the supermarket. Thank you for your recipes :).

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 2, 2015 at 9:29 am

      Us “hood” girls, start young in the kitchen! LOL.

      Reply
      • Janet Cortorreal says

        November 2, 2015 at 10:21 am

        We sure do Lol 🙂

        Reply
  24. Mindy says

    November 11, 2015 at 7:34 pm

    Rosie,
    I stumbled upon your site looking for a good recipe. I found tons of good recipes!!! I really enjoy your display of directions and delightful voice. I’m a southern girl so many of your recipes are just like my grandma’s. She’s 91 and taught me to cook “Ole school”! I would love to find a recipe for her Cat Head Biscuits. We ate them with tomato gravy. She made them in a bowl of flour with a little “well” in the middle where she mixed the ingredients….eggs, lard and buttermilk. Any thoughts? Thank you again for such awesome recipes. You are way better than the cooks on the Food Network.

    Mindy

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 12, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Hi Mindy!
      I don’t think that I am familiar with Cat Head Biscuits. It sounds pretty good though!

      Reply
  25. Whitney says

    November 21, 2015 at 8:50 am

    I love your blogs and vids!!! I make at least two of your dishes every holiday season!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 23, 2015 at 4:59 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  26. MzLady says

    November 23, 2015 at 2:38 am

    Hi Rosie, I am from North Carolina and also grew up no stranger to food assistance but I am grateful for having grown up that way because it taught me a life lesson. I stumbled upon your blog and I must say. ..WOW….I absolutely love your recipes. Thank you. Hopefully the network will pick you up.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 23, 2015 at 4:52 pm

      Thank you! Let’s keep our fingers crossed. XOXO

      Reply
  27. Kim says

    November 23, 2015 at 10:01 pm

    Rosie, I just came across your website/blog tonight while at work looking at recipes and I will admit I am loving your style. Your easy to follow steps and your recipes. Thanks I look forward to following you for a long time. Thanks Rosie and keep them coming!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 24, 2015 at 12:40 pm

      Hi Kim! I’m glad that you found me! Please let me know if you have any questions and etc. XOXO

      Reply
  28. March says

    November 24, 2015 at 5:52 pm

    Just discovered you on YouTube! I’m going to try several of your recipes…I’m currently cooking greens in the crockpot. This is my first time ever cooking collard greens from scratch!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 25, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      I’m glad that you found me! I’m sure that you will pull off the greens hun!

      Reply
  29. Christine Tovey says

    November 25, 2015 at 10:32 pm

    Going to make your mashed potatoes tomorrow – thanks for the recipe and Happy Thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 27, 2015 at 7:34 pm

      Happy Holidays!

      Reply
  30. Martha Gilmore says

    December 15, 2015 at 6:27 am

    Hi. My name is Martha. I am cooking your Southern Smothered Chicken Tonight. I am looking forward to it.
    I can’t get the link you sent me to activate my account. Can you tell me why? I will let you know how dinner turns out. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 15, 2015 at 8:25 am

      the links are sent automatically. I’m not sure why yours did not go through.

      Reply
      • Martha says

        December 16, 2015 at 6:45 am

        Ive gotten the link, i just can’t activate it. Dinner came out good. My goofy self had a few mishaps though. lol

        I had the potatoes cooked and mashed. Went to season with some pepper, and a WHOLE bunch came out. So i said we will cook rice. lol Potatoes were not ediable. lol As i get to the gravy part, its looks thick. i keep following the recipe, and low and behold, i only put in 1 cup of chicken broth. Sheesh! lol Its was still good nonetheless. I will make this again.

        Reply
  31. Alviseya says

    January 2, 2016 at 4:04 pm

    Hi Rosie, I seen your stove top Mac & cheese on utube & I tried it. I LOVED it. It was so delicious, so I came here to your website & I am excited about now trying the southern cabbage recipe!!

    Reply
  32. Consuelo Evans says

    January 10, 2016 at 7:51 pm

    Hello,
    My name is Consuelo. I just found you on you tube and facebook and boy am I excited. I used to love to cook, but when my oldest son was diagnosed with autism everything change. To make a long story short. I found you on YouTube a couple months ago and subscribe. I made the chili with turkey ground and I made the mac&cheese. My passion for cooking is back. THANK YOU! !

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 11, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      Hi Consuelo! So glad that you found me! I will try to upload more easy recipes for busy parents like myself!

      Reply
  33. Carol Kurtz says

    January 26, 2016 at 10:34 am

    Rosie, I found your site this morning looking for a bread recipe! I got a kitchen aid mixer for Xmas ( silly kids) and my bread is already in the pans rising! It was so easy. I tried sweet rolls from a different site last week and they didn’t rise very good. I think I added too much flour. I love your recipes and joined your site right away. However when I tried to confirm it, the computer said your page was no longer available, help! Greetings from northeast Wisconsin!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 28, 2016 at 8:51 am

      Hi there!I checked and it appears that you are indeed subscribed.

      Reply
  34. Evelyn says

    February 22, 2016 at 12:43 pm

    Hello Rosie I have been following you for about a year now. I have tried several recipes and they have been successful Planning on trying the Barque Ox Tails tomorrow.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 22, 2016 at 9:24 pm

      Hi Evelyn! Thanks for being an amazing subscriber! Enjoy the oxtails! XOXO

      Reply
      • damaleeann.reyes says

        December 11, 2020 at 7:47 am

        Omg you are such a great cook and i bet you’r husband is super happy to be with some one as beautiful as you and you are truly talented

        Reply
  35. Kemm says

    March 21, 2016 at 5:24 pm

    Hello Rosie, I made your Salisbury steak recipe tonight and it was absolutely delicious! I will definitely be making more of your wonderful dishes. You should have your own show on The Food Network….thank you for the great recipes….Kemm

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 21, 2016 at 8:37 pm

      Awee thank you Kem. I’m glad that you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  36. Chasity says

    April 1, 2016 at 9:39 am

    Such a beautiful woman. You’re food looks amazing! Making one of your dishes for the first time this weekend.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 2, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      Thank you Chasity! Enjoy the recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  37. Lakeisha says

    April 2, 2016 at 7:59 am

    Rosie i love your recipes but i cant subscribe for some odd reason but you are my go to girl for recipes. I could just imagine sitting at your table pigging out because i just know you do your thing in the kitchen sister girl….. Keep up the good work the recipes ate everything. I look for to seeing you on the Food Network Show soon speaking it in extincts.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 2, 2016 at 12:32 pm

      Are you having issues with subscribing to the list? Error message?

      Reply
  38. Tee says

    April 15, 2016 at 6:42 pm

    You are such a beautiful lady that shows a great personality. I have enjoyed many f your recipes and look forward to more.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 16, 2016 at 3:17 pm

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  39. Thea Camara says

    April 25, 2016 at 7:17 am

    You’re amazing Sis!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 25, 2016 at 8:20 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  40. Ivonne says

    May 2, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    You are awesome Rosie! I’ve been watching you for several years now. I’m always impressed with your style, demeanor, presentation, and of course, your recipes! Keep up the good work. I hope to see you on your own nationally televised show one day. You deserve it!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 2, 2016 at 10:20 pm

      Thanks Ivonne. I appreciate the kind words!

      Reply
  41. Diane Land says

    May 6, 2016 at 6:39 pm

    Dear Rosie,
    Thank you for sharing your homemade from scratch caramel cake recipe. I made it today and it was delicious. You are a treasure. Can’t wait to try your other recipes. You video helped so much. I”m such a visual learner.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 6, 2016 at 10:00 pm

      Hi Diane!! No Problem. Thank YOU for trying my recipe! XOXO

      Reply
  42. April says

    May 10, 2016 at 10:03 am

    Girl, I have been watching your for years on youtube and I just want you to know, I abosultely love your recipes and you!!!!! Keep them coming 🙂

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 10, 2016 at 10:16 am

      Thanks April! I appreciate your support!

      Reply
  43. Dee says

    June 15, 2016 at 10:05 am

    Hi Rosie, I’ve been a fan of your recipes for years. Thanks for teaching me how to cook! 🙂 I was wondering if you have ever tried making lobster lasagna. I tried some overseas a few years ago and it was delicious, unfortunately the chef was not handing out any recipe. I remember looking forward to the days that he made it. Sooo yummy! 🙂

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 15, 2016 at 12:14 pm

      Hi Dee! How about a seafood lasagna with lobster, crab, and shrimp? I’d love to make it!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        June 16, 2016 at 11:03 am

        Yasssss!!!! :))

        Reply
  44. Danielle says

    June 19, 2016 at 9:40 am

    Hi Rosie. Can you make a recipe for a fresh strawberry pie ?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 19, 2016 at 8:32 pm

      Sorry. I’m allergic to strawberries.

      Reply
  45. warren says

    June 20, 2016 at 2:17 am

    i just found your site this morning- been cking it out real good- it all looks really,realy,really good.at 4am it makes one want to get up and start cooking right now.i will be trying some out real soon.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 20, 2016 at 6:33 pm

      Hi Warren! Glad that you found me!

      Reply
  46. ERNEST ALOU says

    July 14, 2016 at 8:08 am

    Oh pity I was in the united states in May to see my son who is studying there, I could have made a leap to see you … From Ivory Coast a big kiss for your wonderful site.

    Reply
  47. Jeanie says

    July 24, 2016 at 1:40 pm

    Rosie. I just found your site and I too am a southern girl, raised in North Carolina. I have been cooking since I was about 11 years old after my Father died. It was just my Mom, sister and I and when I was upset, I would cook. After my sister went to college, it was up to me to cook dinner. I love cooking and baking and I can not wait to try your recipes. They use everyday ingredients that I have on had. I definitely heart your site!!!!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 24, 2016 at 8:27 pm

      Hi Jeanie! Glad that you like my blog! XOXO

      Reply
  48. Maureen Ferguson says

    July 25, 2016 at 3:27 pm

    Southern Cooking done RIGHT!!!!! Rosie’s recipes are authentic and she makes everything easy!!

    Reply
  49. Rhonda says

    July 30, 2016 at 7:23 am

    Hi Rosie look forward to seeing your goodies every week. I just bought a new crock pot and will be trying the chicken and reds this weekend. Well on my way to buy the ingredients wish me the best!!! Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful day:)

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 30, 2016 at 9:57 am

      Awesome! Enjoy your new CrockPot. I love mine!

      Reply
  50. Allison says

    August 2, 2016 at 11:56 am

    Hi Rosie,

    I love your recipes! I’v made about 5 and they all turned out great. You should have your cooking show on TV. 🙂

    Allison

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 2, 2016 at 1:26 pm

      Thanks Allison!

      Reply
  51. Dea Jay says

    August 15, 2016 at 11:39 am

    Today, I baked the turkey wings. They were the best ever!

    I seasoned exactly as suggested. I used packaged organic chicken broth, baked at 335 degrees for 2 hours). I boiled the wing tips in chicken broth.

    I am freezing the broth (that was boiled and the broth from these baked wings) for the next time that I need broth for this dish or for another dish.

    Thank you!

    Reply
  52. LaToya says

    August 30, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    I absolutely love your recipes. I have tried several of your recipes and they were delicious. I visit your website daily to prepare my dinner. Thank you for blessing us with your talent and turning me into a wonderful cook.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 30, 2016 at 7:22 pm

      Thanks LaToya! Glad that you like my blog! XOXO

      Reply
  53. Sereta says

    September 20, 2016 at 10:05 am

    I don’t even know you and I’m proud of you!! I pray for your success!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 20, 2016 at 3:58 pm

      Thank you!!! XOXO

      Reply
  54. Renee says

    October 10, 2016 at 5:10 pm

    Hi Rosie, Let me first say that I love your site. Secondly I am not a cook….I am probably the worst cook ever. Normally my family and I go to my sisters house for thanksgiving…but due to a family incident we will not be joining them. I am going to use your recipes to cook for my husband and my daughter. Wish me luck!!! Luckily for Christmas we will be cruising…..LOL

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 10, 2016 at 5:57 pm

      I’m sure that you will have a successful Thanksgiving! LOL

      Reply
  55. Charlotte Bodiford says

    October 21, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    I Love these recipes. I’m on a quest to try everything!!! Do you have a cookbook?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 21, 2016 at 4:25 pm

      Hi there! I don’t have a cookbook at this time.

      Reply
  56. juanita rouse says

    October 23, 2016 at 12:56 am

    Hi Rosie, I’m trying to spice up thanksgiving dinner this year. Do you have a good recipe for rabbit.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 23, 2016 at 2:30 pm

      Hi Juanita! I don’t have a rabbit recipe uploaded. Sorry.

      Reply
  57. Geri Romero says

    October 30, 2016 at 3:11 pm

    Hi Rosie,
    Made your Mac And cheese last thanksgiving it was a hit!
    Everyone loved it
    Thank you
    Geri

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 30, 2016 at 5:04 pm

      Hi Geri! Glad that you liked the recipe.

      Reply
  58. Maria SOTO says

    November 23, 2016 at 9:42 am

    Hi Rosie. I was looking for a authentic southern style sweet potato recipe when I found yours. Thank you so much it was absolutely DELICIOSO. You are such a joy to me you are beautiful in sharing your recipies and in the person that you are. May the Lord continue to bless you and all you care for.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 23, 2016 at 7:04 pm

      Hi Maria! I’m so glad that you found my blog! Happy Holidays!

      Reply
  59. April Nichols says

    November 23, 2016 at 4:44 pm

    Hey! Rosie
    I’m trying your Southern candied yams for the first time. They taste really good. I think the ground ginger really gives them just a little different flavor. Thank you so much and Happy Thanksgiving. God Bless you and your family.

    Reply
  60. Candice says

    December 5, 2016 at 8:09 pm

    I have tried a few of your recipes and they have all been amazing!!! You should make a cookbook. I would definitely buy it

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 5, 2016 at 10:04 pm

      Thanks! I’m working on it! XOXO

      Reply
  61. MICHAEL COPELAND says

    December 17, 2016 at 4:54 am

    Hello I just stumbled upon your blog and so far I like it I’m for ever trying to cook what I see on line so my first dish will be your smothered chicken and I hope you don’t mind but I reposted it on my FB page

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 17, 2016 at 12:29 pm

      Hi Michael. Glad that you found my blog!

      Reply
  62. Laura Harris says

    December 28, 2016 at 4:18 pm

    Hi Rosie, I just subscribed to your blog and your greens look sooooo yummy. Yes ma’am, will be making this on New Years Sunday 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 29, 2016 at 6:27 am

      Hi Laura! Thanks for subscribing!

      Reply
      • Laura Harris says

        December 29, 2016 at 4:10 pm

        You are welcome! One more question for you Rosie? In that whole duration of preparing my greens, it will be 6 hours in crockpot on high? Just clarifying 🙂 Wanted to make sure I read that right 🙂

        Reply
        • Rosie says

          December 29, 2016 at 8:01 pm

          Hi Laura. I’m unsure which green bean recipe you are asking about, because I have several. Can you locate the recipe and leave a comment under it? Thanks so much.

          Reply
  63. Jim says

    December 29, 2016 at 7:06 am

    Hi Rosie,

    Every time that I come by your You Tube channel, I learn something new. Today I am going to try your peach cobbler and then next week the lasagna. Your a very special person for sure.

    God Bless you and your family.

    Jim
    Gary, Indiana

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 29, 2016 at 7:58 pm

      Hi Jim! Let me know how the recipes come out for ya!

      Reply
  64. Shawn says

    January 25, 2017 at 6:21 pm

    I have to say I cant wait to try this one. Every singe recipe I have tried of yours has come out so delicious! Thank you!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 25, 2017 at 7:36 pm

      Thanks Shawn!

      Reply
  65. James Mentor says

    February 21, 2017 at 12:39 pm

    Hey,

    I bet you your Haitian or of some sort of Caribbean heritage. Your recipes are the only ones i’ve seen which tells the reader to “clean the chicken/turkey with lemon”. Am i wrong?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 21, 2017 at 9:50 pm

      LMAO!!! I do have caribbean roots! lol

      Reply
  66. Azalea B says

    March 7, 2017 at 12:37 pm

    Could you post a list of your most used seasonings/ingredients for majority of your recipes? I’m going grocery shopping around your recipes next week. Would help a ton

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 7, 2017 at 1:51 pm

      Here is a list of my most used seasonings

      Reply
  67. Linda says

    April 8, 2017 at 6:09 am

    Hi Rosie l want to make the meatloaf in your recipe it calls for 2 lbs of ground beef l bought 5 lbs of ground beef How much of the other ingredients l need to use since lm using more ground beef Thank You

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 8, 2017 at 12:19 pm

      Hi Linda, You need to add 2 1/2 times more ingredients.

      Reply
  68. Ernest Pile says

    July 30, 2017 at 11:41 am

    Dear Rosie, I have been a fan of your website/cooking recipes for about 5 years now and I am enthralled with the results as I move through them. I sitting here right now preparing to cook your Southern oxtails recipes while watching the movie and “Julie and Julia.” It occurred to me that while I’ve ben taking advantage of your recipes, I have not contributed to your efforts.

    As such, while I’m sure that advertisers contribute to you for allowing them to show their product (or they should), I would like to know how may offer a small contribution of my own to you. Do you have a PayPal account? Please advise.

    Regards,
    Ernest

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      July 30, 2017 at 12:19 pm

      Hi Ernest! I thank you for the kind gesture! However, you coming to my blog, and trying my recipes is more than I can ever ask for! Thank you so much my friend!

      Reply
  69. Carolyn G Peterson says

    August 7, 2017 at 12:51 pm

    thank you so much for your wonderful recipes. i enjoy cooking and baking.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 7, 2017 at 8:53 pm

      Thanks for stopping by Carolyn!

      Reply
  70. Tiffany says

    August 11, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    Rosie- I made your turkey wings and classic mac n cheese! I’m a hero in yhouse. Realky! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 11, 2017 at 8:09 pm

      Thanks for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  71. Homer Odell Anderson says

    September 22, 2017 at 1:00 pm

    Hello Rosie,

    I just made your southern smothered chicken recipe and it was the bomb. Shared it with my Mom and siblings they love it too. I need more recipes preferably dinner. Thank very kindly.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 22, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      Thanks for trying my recipe! Many more to come 🙂

      Reply
  72. Dee Moore says

    October 17, 2017 at 10:23 am

    Hi Rosie, I have personally found that by BAKING THE SWEET POTATO, it is a lot more flavorful. You extra time to do your crust while potatoes bake. They are easier to peel if coated in oil before baking. I would not change you ingredients if that’s what you like. Just my opinion. Enjoy

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 17, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Hi Dee! If you head over to my Southern Sweet Potato recipe, I actual mention that I now bake my sweet potatoes. I like both ways though 🙂

      Reply
  73. Kelsey H says

    October 27, 2017 at 11:32 am

    Love your blog Rosie.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 27, 2017 at 2:17 pm

      Thanks so much Kelsey!

      Reply
  74. Lucy Crawford says

    November 13, 2017 at 5:08 am

    Rosie, Thanks so much for your recipes.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 13, 2017 at 10:41 am

      Thanks so much Lucy!

      Reply
  75. Valia Glover says

    November 15, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    Hey Rosie,
    I am so glad I found your blog. I first started seeing post from friends on FB. Then I knew I had to follow you. I have printed off a few of your recipes and I plan to make them for thanksgiving. Can’t wait to try the crock pot green beans with potatoes and bacon pieces! U will hit you back to let you know how everything turned out. Have a wonderful holiday!
    Valia Glover

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 15, 2017 at 1:30 pm

      Thanks so much for coming by Valia!

      Reply
  76. Valia Glover says

    January 11, 2018 at 8:18 am

    Hi Rosie,
    I received an Instant Pot as a Christmas gift and was reluctant to use it because, I consider myself a ‘real cook’ and it was no short cuts for me! But I tried it. OMG!!! I love this thing!. I was wondering if you have any pressure cooker recipes?

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 11, 2018 at 10:22 am

      None listed at the moment 🙂

      Reply
  77. Clifford says

    March 13, 2018 at 11:44 am

    Rosie, I live in Germany with my German wife. I just found your meatloaf and showed my wife. Last week she made me meatloaf and it was not like yours. Hers was lean beef and it had four boiled eggs in it. Germans call it “wrong bunny”. Tomorrow I will make your meatloaf, which by the way, is almost the same as my grandmothers. Mimi was born in Mississippi in 1929 and she taught me how to cook soul food. Looking at you cook hush puppies caused me to practically drool. Tomorrow we will have “Soul Food Day” here in Germany. The problem is that these people don’t have cilantro or many of the things we take for granted in the US. Watching your videos reminds me of my childhood and just how special my Mimi was. I will look to see if you have a recipe for “cat-head” biscuits. If you don’t have one would you work on one? Mimi used flour and lard. That is about all I can remember, I was only six when I watched her. Thanks again for all you do and I hope you are blessed for what you do for all of us hungry people!

    Reply
  78. Celeste Brown says

    May 15, 2018 at 12:42 pm

    I happened upon your website in a search for smothered chicken. Since then I’ve tried several other recipes. Your recipe selection is wonderful!!!! Thank you so much for sharing. Your goulash recipe was very very close to my original, as was a baked bean recipe. I look forward to an attempt at your gumbo recipe soon. Wish me luck! It will be my first attempt..

    Sincerely,
    A Midwestern Gal that may or may not know what she’s doing in the kitchen on any given day.. lol

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 15, 2018 at 4:10 pm

      LOL!!!! Keep me updated on the outcome 😉

      Reply
  79. Rex Barton says

    May 24, 2018 at 12:56 pm

    Hi Rosie,
    Made the mac and cheese…loved the flavor but was a little too runny. Your video looks like you are using less half and half and more butter than is in the posted recipe. My cheese soup and half and half was very liquid not creamy like in you video. Can you help me figure this out because I want to make it again! Thanks!

    also….could not find 15 oz can of soup. Will the 10 oz size work?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 25, 2018 at 2:20 pm

      No, you need 15 oz of the soup. Sounds like that’s why it was so thin. Try using 1 and a 1/2 cans next time 🙂

      Reply
  80. Tisha Harvey says

    June 19, 2018 at 2:01 pm

    Hi there Rosie how are you , This is Tish your dad’s wife in which I’m a widowe now. I was searching on how to make smothered chicken with gravy and your iheart blog came up on recipes that you’ve done. So if you can assist me on the best and quick way to do it, I will gladly appreciate it. Please and Thank you.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 19, 2018 at 5:57 pm

      Hi Tisha. You can find my recipe HERE. I hope all is well!

      Reply
  81. Laura Harris says

    August 1, 2018 at 8:52 am

    Good morning Rosie, hope all is going well with you 🙂 Rosie, what would be a good side dish (like a vegetable) to fix with scalloped potatoes?

    Thank You!!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 3, 2018 at 11:09 am

      How about green beans? 🙂

      Reply
  82. Kevin Vaughan says

    August 30, 2018 at 12:02 am

    Love this, you are awesome and continue to do YOU!!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 30, 2018 at 1:34 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  83. Mary Lampkin says

    September 17, 2018 at 8:53 pm

    Hello Rosie,
    I’m Miss Mary and I live on the extreme opposite end of the country from you, and that would be a small suburb just outside of Atlanta, Georgia. I just stumbled on to your seafood lasagna recipe and it look like it is to die for! I have been searching for a great seafood casserole recipe. With the exception of the pasta, your recipe comes closest to what I’m looking for than any I’ve seen. My family roots (both sides), are from rural Georgia, so southern cooking abound in my DNA! But, I so enjoy preparing and tweaking recipes handed down from my great-grandmother, grandmother, and mother. I take what I think is the best of their stuff and add mine to it. I’m proud to add your recipe(s) to my food arsenal!! Thanks and love you for sharing!

    Reply
  84. DeAnna says

    October 29, 2018 at 9:25 am

    I can’t wait to try some of these recipes! The pictures have me absolutely drooling!

    Reply
  85. Kerry says

    November 2, 2018 at 11:16 am

    Ms. Lady

    You are the Bomb!! I wanted me some back in the day smothered oxtails like my grandmother use to do it. So I typed into my search engine for “oxtail recipes” OMG! your beautiful photo of smothered oxtails appeared. All I said was “I Got to have it”!.

    Thanks,
    Ms. Rosie

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 3, 2018 at 7:18 pm

      Glad that you found me!

      Reply
  86. Celebtea says

    November 10, 2018 at 3:06 pm

    Hola Rosie!! Quick question, can I use frozen corn instead of canned corn? Will it come out the same? Yes, I will use the creamed corn in a can but what about the frozen? Also, are you sure this isn’t going to be too sweet using a 1/2 cup of sugar? I’m asking now b/c I have no time to do a trial run??? lol I trust you but lawwwdddd I’m scared that that’s the right amount. Thanks! Love ya!

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    • Rosie says

      November 10, 2018 at 3:11 pm

      I’d stick to the recipe listed. Also, I’ve tried this recipes 100s of times. I’m sure LOL!

      Reply
  87. Anne says

    November 22, 2018 at 12:56 am

    Thank you for recipes. Always wonderful Rosie

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 22, 2018 at 4:58 am

      Thanks Anne! Happy holidays!

      Reply
  88. Alison Mc. says

    November 22, 2018 at 9:33 pm

    Happy Thanksgiving Rosie!! You helped me save dinner today. This year I needed a mac and cheese recipe with no eggs,then enters your soul food macaroni and cheese recipe. I had naysayers questioning all the cheeses and cream cheese, but they were quickly silenced-lol. Thank you Rosie, my search for a good mac and cheese recipe is forever over. God bless you, sis.

    Reply
  89. Michael says

    December 23, 2018 at 5:30 pm

    I tried the Ox tail recipe they were great!! fall off the bone delicious… it was an effort to obtain ingredients in Japan and it was well worth it. Every Christmas my mom made Ox tails for us… smiling now!!

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  90. Joanie says

    December 26, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    Hello Rosie thank you so very much on helping me make my dinners the boom….my kids ask me how i did it I told them YouTube it lol and i found a forever friend ……thank you again may God bless you always

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 28, 2018 at 2:49 pm

      XOXO!!

      Reply
  91. Shunta says

    January 1, 2019 at 1:03 pm

    Hi Rosie & Happy New Year! I used your recipe for the black eye peas and OMG they were delicious. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing recipes. I wish you many blessings in the New Year.

    Reply
  92. David says

    January 21, 2019 at 4:14 pm

    I Made your OXTAIls last night, and they were a big hit. Will stay in your cookbook for a while!!

    Reply
  93. Anthony Harris says

    January 28, 2019 at 5:21 pm

    I cannot put into words how big a hit your smothered turkey wings was! I’ve made them on 2 occassions, most recently when my sister had her baby. Loved them! Outstanding.

    Reply
  94. Rebecca Reynolds says

    April 13, 2019 at 9:58 am

    Congratulations on the new blog! It looks wonderful!
    Your recipes are amazing and delicious.
    I love to explore and try one of your recipes at least once a week.
    Great reviews from family and friends.
    Continued success!

    Reply
  95. Bethany Linebarger says

    April 18, 2019 at 12:30 pm

    Thank you for sharing your amazing work and talent. Our holidays are like giant family reunions, and your recipe has become my Easter tradition to bring to the big family dinner.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 18, 2019 at 8:22 pm

      Thank you for trying my recipes!

      Reply
  96. Tyrone says

    May 1, 2019 at 5:40 pm

    Recipe for red rice

    Reply
  97. pat martin says

    June 10, 2019 at 2:49 pm

    Hi Rosie, I appreciate and enjoy your recipes so much. I like the videos that show you how, but I especially like that you list the seasonings. So many cooks tell you how to make a dish but don’t tell you which seasonings will combine to make a tasty dish. Keep recipes coming!!!!! I wanted to know if you are coming out with a cookbook? I’ll be the first to purchase lol.

    Reply
  98. Mary says

    June 15, 2019 at 3:07 pm

    Oh my goodness!
    So amazing.
    My daughter is the family mac & cheese connoisseur and she loves it! So much flavor. It’s a keeper!

    Reply
  99. Ruby says

    August 1, 2019 at 9:49 am

    Hi Rosie:

    I’m so thankful that I found your “I Heart Recipe” Blog. I’m preparing a “Thanksgiving in August” for my Sister before she returns to Italy. I want this family and friends Gathering to be very special for her. I wanted to find “Newness” in the old Thanksgiving recipes and lo and behold you have it.

    Thank you so much for sharing your “Gifts, Talents, and even the “Hidden Treasures” of your heart and soul.

    Sincerely,
    Ruby

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    • Rosie says

      August 1, 2019 at 4:35 pm

      Thanks so much for your kind words Ruby!! XOXO

      Reply
  100. TaKasha says

    August 6, 2019 at 1:11 pm

    Hello Rosie, I came across your blog looking for a creamy Mac & Cheese recipe. What I found was HOME!!! LOL…YOU ARE A BLESSING FOR A GEORGIA GURL!!!!!!

    Reply
  101. Licia says

    August 14, 2019 at 7:30 am

    Hi Rosie, found you through Crouton Cracker Jack, so glad I did.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 20, 2019 at 8:05 am

      Glad that you found me as well! 🙂

      Reply
  102. Monique says

    September 8, 2019 at 3:45 pm

    I want to let u know how awesome your recipes are… Last week I made your stuffed chicken wings. Today for Sunday dinner I made your baked turkey wings and cheesey scalloped potatoes… Awesome… So much flavor… No complaints in my house just full stomachs and sleepy heads… Next I will do some of your bake goods because I love to bake… Thanks for those awesome recipes…

    Reply
  103. Rosalyn Lewis says

    September 29, 2019 at 3:04 pm

    OMG…..I am so glad you popped up on my Facebook page! I’ve never been one who really liked to cook but I love to eat! My family and I are 3 for 3! We’ve done your southern baked macaroni and cheese, slow cooker smothered pork chops, and soul food sweet potato pie and not a negative response whatsoever! We like the simplicity of your recipes as well as the videos showing each step. We’ve been looking for some good recipes and you are now our family friend!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 30, 2019 at 8:44 am

      Glad that you found me!

      Reply
  104. Leigh Kosobucki says

    October 7, 2019 at 6:15 am

    I was looking for an easy oven baked ribs recipe and just googled it. Your website came up so I checked out yours and it looked super easy…IT WAS…DELICIOUS TOO. I can do 1&1/2 hours, that is way better than 3 and its still too hot down here in Georgia to grill. I will definitely be back to your website. Thank ya!!

    Reply
  105. Erica D. says

    November 2, 2019 at 5:01 pm

    So Happy that I found your blog. Sad that I didn’t find it earlier. Happy to look back at most of my saved pins and realize they are your recipes!!!!

    Reply
  106. Earletta Choice says

    November 25, 2019 at 3:18 pm

    Hello Rosie, I’m going to be trying out your Delicious looking Soul food Macaroni and 6 different cheeses. I need your help. I’m expecting 10 to 15 guests over. How much of each ingredient will I need? Please help this will be my 1st time. Thank ya!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 26, 2019 at 2:15 pm

      Hi there. You can make two batches, and that should be fine 🙂

      Reply
  107. Danielle says

    November 25, 2019 at 8:59 pm

    Ruby,

    I would like to double your recipes. Mac n Cheese, yams etc. I am using throw away foil this year to cut back on dishes. What should I look out for with baking time and oven temperature differences?

    -Concerned

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 26, 2019 at 2:14 pm

      Just check the dishes periodically hun. Make sure nothing is burning and etc . Happy Holidays!

      Reply
  108. SARAH CHATMAN says

    November 27, 2019 at 9:27 am

    Hello Rosie,

    You are a blessing to so many. Thank you so much for iheartrecipes.com.

    About 3-4 years ago I make my very first sweet potato pie. I was looking for a recipe and ran across you. I have been with you ever since. I have introduced others to your website. Your recipes are simple, easy and delicious, that’s exactly what I look for. I love the fact you have pictures and videos, which make the food inviting. The photos make you want to cook the food. Just mouth-watering!!! This year you will walk me through my first ever peach and apple cobbler. Thank you for the video and recipe.

    I have a request since you cook a lot of southern foods. I am originally from Mississippi. I grew up eating tamales. Today I live in California, though the tamales here are good, they are not the kind I’m used to. Can you produce a recipe with the southern style tamales?

    Thanks in advance.

    Sarah

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      November 27, 2019 at 9:39 am

      Hi Sarah!! I actually have one in the making. Stay tuned!! XOXOXOXXOXO

      Reply
  109. Meekmeek says

    December 5, 2019 at 2:17 am

    I loveeee your recipe’s I made the candy yams for Thanksgiving and everyone loved them. I had to tell everybody about your website. I’m about to cook short ribs and I’m looking forward to your recipe for those.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      December 5, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  110. Carol L Feltman says

    January 13, 2020 at 11:00 am

    Miss Rosie! I have died and gone to heaven! Your food is SOOOOOOOOOO delish! I am so happy I found your blog and your amazing recipes! I live in Puyallup, so we are kind of neighbors, I have lived in several
    Southern states and in many east coast states, so I love Soul food, and yours is the real deal. Thank you so much for sharing all your yummy recipes.
    God Bless You and keep those recipes coming! ❤️

    Reply
  111. TIC WIT IT says

    February 24, 2020 at 11:24 am

    Girl show the how we do in the 206 PACIFIC NORTHWEST YA DIG .. I LOVE ALL YOUR RECIPES OH AND THAT PINK MOSCATO CAKE IS TO DIE FOR!!!!! … KEEP LETTING THEM KNOW HOW WE DO IN THE CITY OF RAIN

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      February 24, 2020 at 1:05 pm

      Ayeeeeeee 206!!!!!!! XOXOXOXOXOX

      Reply
  112. Ali says

    March 8, 2020 at 12:10 pm

    I enjoy your site. The majority of my Christmas meal were recipes from you. Because of that, I am trying something new: Cabbage and smoked pork neck bones. I found your recipe on YouTube but wondered why it was not on your iheartrecipes.com.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 9, 2020 at 12:28 pm

      Hi Ali! That recipe is a older one, and is being revised. Sorry for the inconvenience.

      Reply
  113. jamila says

    March 15, 2020 at 12:39 pm

    How Can I order your cookbook?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      March 17, 2020 at 7:34 pm

      It’s not out yet hun XOXO.

      Reply
  114. Michelle says

    April 5, 2020 at 8:15 am

    Hi Rosie, I am a fan of your recipes. I also was born and raised in Seattle, but have been living on the east coast for the last 20 years. Your food reminds me of home and some of the meals that my mother and grandmother use to cook for me as a kid. Needless to say I didn’t inherit their cooking skills, which brings me here. Lol.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      April 6, 2020 at 9:33 am

      Hi Michelle! Well, I’m glad that you found me! XOXO

      Reply
  115. DAMITA says

    April 7, 2020 at 5:55 pm

    I haven’t been here in a while. But now that I am laid off, and back to being a stay at home mom temporarily, I needed to get some inspiration and direction. As I’ve gotten older, I despise cooking, but your recipes and videos make it a lot easier and bearable. Also, I LOVE THE UPDATED SITE!!!!

    Reply
  116. Andrea Szczepanski says

    April 15, 2020 at 11:17 pm

    So My whole family LOVES your slow cooker mac and cheese. In fact, we just bought the ingredients to make it again tomorrow. I was on facebook a little ago and saw a recipe for mac and cheese…..it was IDENTICAL to yours and even had the same pictures!!! https://www.forenglishs.com/2020/04/best-slow-cooker-macaroni-and-cheese.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR1L0pAPXQLkmlTbgZ6beMCoaH9_ojuIjY-3YEjUqDXg59PibUztN1Su-PU
    ugh, I had to leave a comment with your recipe and website and told them that I hope the right person gets credit for this recipe!!
    Anyways, your recipes are amazing. Thank you for sharing them with everyone!

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  117. Susie Knowles says

    April 19, 2020 at 10:45 am

    Rosie , I just wanted to say thank you ! I bake on the side for friends and neighbors . I was asked to make a red velvet cake and I tried your recipe and researching several I felt the best about yours ! Anyhow , it Cale our perfect ! I also appreciate the technique to make the pretty roses on the cake . My friend’s daughter was so happy !! Thank you again and God Bless you !

    Reply
  118. pat jackson says

    April 20, 2020 at 10:51 pm

    I don’t know how I found your channel but I am so very happy I did. You deserve your own show on the Food network. Your recipes look delicious and remind me so much of my Mom’s dishes. Thanks so much for sharing your amazing cooking talent. I’m looking forward to trying as many as I can. Thank you again. Stay safe, stay well.

    Reply
  119. Brooklyn says

    May 3, 2020 at 4:49 pm

    Hey Rosie!! I love your dishes!!! Question…..can I make this recipe in the instant pot?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 5, 2020 at 11:36 am

      Hi Brooklyn, which recipe are you asking about. This comment is left under my “about Rosie ” page my love.

      Reply
  120. Theodore Walker Sr says

    May 22, 2020 at 8:00 am

    I am force to learn how to cook al my brothers no’s how and i’m the oldest our aunt help raise us all but I was raise by my
    aunt and in college by the time they come to live but to the point, how do you cook salmon, trying to learn

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 1, 2020 at 11:46 am

      Hi there! I will upload salmon recipes in a few.

      Reply
  121. Pat martin says

    May 27, 2020 at 5:43 pm

    I AM SO HAPPY YOU FINALLY PUBLISHED YOUR COOKBOOK. I ORDERED 2. MY FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOUR RECIPES IS THAT 1. THEY TURN OUT SO DELICIOUS AND 2. YOU ADD THE SEASONINGS FOR EACH DISH . THANKS

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      May 28, 2020 at 11:06 am

      Thank you so much Pat! I truly appreciate it! XOXOXOX

      Reply
  122. betty says

    June 17, 2020 at 3:50 pm

    Rosie, are you still on you tube?

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      June 17, 2020 at 4:17 pm

      Yes ma’am! I will be uploading soon. XOXO

      Reply
  123. Allen Rudd says

    August 2, 2020 at 8:10 am

    Just wondering when I will receive your cookbook that I paid for. Am I premature in my request and may soon come or was my order lost. Let me know, Thanks

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 2, 2020 at 10:40 am

      My cookbook isn’t released until October. If you made a purchase, you preordered 🙂

      Reply
      • Varna Mitchell says

        August 2, 2020 at 7:51 pm

        looking forward to purchasing your cookbook Ms. Rosie. I will keep checking back, I watched your video on fried Cornish hens. looks good.

        Reply
  124. Allen Rudd says

    August 2, 2020 at 12:45 pm

    Great, Thanks

    Reply
  125. Alex Horvath says

    August 2, 2020 at 2:02 pm

    Rosie,
    I love your recipes. Can’t wait for your cookbook.
    Thank you.
    Alex

    Reply
  126. DeAngela says

    August 19, 2020 at 11:59 am

    Hi Rosie,
    You are everything sister!!! My first and only choice with recipes are yours. You are my secret. LOL! But seriously, your measurements are always perfect and the results are perfect. There is not a recipe of yours that has ever failed me. I would have never thought you are cooking like that in Seattle?!?! I’m from Texas and I KNOW you have to come from SOUTHERN Roots. Your recipes all represent the dirty south. You’re amazing. Before you, it was Paula Deen. Which I ALWAYS had to tweet. But not yours,. You cover all the points. Take care sister

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      August 21, 2020 at 10:38 am

      Aweeeeeee!! Thank you!! XOXOXXOXOXO

      Reply
  127. Steve Cross says

    September 6, 2020 at 5:23 pm

    Rosie,

    Going through your fabulous recipes, I swear I gained 15 pounds just reading. I was raised in MN, Stationed with the Navy in MD, OK and WA, and moved to TX after i got out, got more than one belly full of Soul Food through the years, after i moved back to MN(family). I sear I lost my taste or the food did. I am glad I found you, You may have saved my taste buds.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      September 7, 2020 at 10:05 am

      LOL! Glad that you found my blog!

      Reply
  128. Jeana C says

    October 6, 2020 at 8:26 am

    Rosie, I’m not the leave a comment kind of girl but I had to tell you how amazing your recipes are, I made the garlic onion chicken wings, sweet potato pie and the chili last week it was so yummy. My husband gave me the highest compliment! Thank you so much! Looking forward to trying other recipes from you, stay healthy.

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 9, 2020 at 9:33 am

      Thanks so much for the kind words Jeana!

      Reply
  129. Helen Kampf says

    October 9, 2020 at 8:43 am

    Hi Cousin! I came across your content on Facebook. I love watching videos about cooking. I live in Ottawa, Canada and I am not familiar with Southern style “soul food”. But the “soul food” recipes and the every day cooking ones look very tasty, and your instructions are easy to follow. Your voice over is very clear. Thanks for doing all this great work!

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      October 9, 2020 at 9:28 am

      Hello there Helen! I’m glad that you found me on Facebook! XOXO

      Reply
  130. damaleeann reyes says

    December 11, 2020 at 7:55 am

    Hello mrs.rosie i love you’r foods they are so delighfull and i bet your husband is so happy and same with you’r kids

    anyway GOD BLESS YOU :):}

    Reply
  131. Stacy says

    January 16, 2023 at 8:39 am

    Do you have a crockpot spaghetti recipe? If not any suggestions on how to go about making it in a crockpot? I don’t trust everyone’s recipes but I would definitely try it if you have one.
    Thanks!
    Stacy

    Reply
    • Rosie says

      January 16, 2023 at 9:54 am

      Hi Stacy. Are you looking for a regular spaghetti, or chicken spaghetti?

      Reply

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