Cooking with Honest Abe Living

Ingredients: 4 cans Pillsbury Crescent Dough Sheets (or crescent rolls) Nutella (enough to spread between the layers) 1 egg About 1 tablespoon water (for mixing with the egg) 1-2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar (for the top) Instructions: 1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven...

Indulge in the ultimate hot cocoa experience with our rich and creamy recipe! Perfect for cozy nights in or festive gatherings. Plus, create a fun Cocoa Bar with all your favorite toppings! 

National Bean Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the versatile and nutritious world of beans. This Smoky Three-Bean and Bacon Casserole combines the rich, smoky flavors of bacon with a trio of hearty beans for a delicious and satisfying dish that’s perfect for a cold winter’s day.

Blackberry ice cream is a delicious and refreshing frozen dessert that is perfect for summertime. Here is a simple recipe for making homemade blackberry ice cream at home. Blackberry Ice Cream Ingredients: 2 cups fresh blackberries 1 cup granulated sugar 2 cups heavy...

Irish soda bread is a traditional Irish bread that is made with just a few simple ingredients and does not require any yeast. Why not give it a try this St. Patrick's Day and serve it alongside the recipe for Corned Beef and Cabbage below? Irish Soda Bread...

Bonbons and cake balls are a traditional Christmas treat that have never gone out of style. Those shown here are served on a 70-year-old bonbon tree that has been handed down through the generations of one of Honest Abe's employees.  Coconut Bonbons Ingredients:...

Tiramisu is a popular Italian dessert that consists of layers of ladyfingers (a type of biscuit) soaked in coffee and liqueur, and a creamy mixture of mascarpone cheese and whipped cream. The name "tiramisu" means "pick me up" in Italian, and it is thought to have...

A charcuterie board is a selection of cured meats, cheeses and other accompaniments served on a platter or board. The key to a successful charcuterie board is to include a variety of flavors and textures and to arrange the items aesthetically on the platter or...

Easter lunch during World War I would have likely been a simpler meal than in peacetime due to food shortages and rationing. Many people may have had to make do with whatever food they had on hand or could obtain through rationing. In some areas, people may have been...

Lavender is a fragrant herb that has a distinctive floral flavor and is commonly used in cooking and baking. Both fresh and dried lavender can be used in cooking, but they should be used differently to achieve the best results. Fresh lavender is most commonly used to...

There are so many delicious ways to use fall squash! Here are a few ideas: Roast it: Cut the squash into small wedges or cubes, toss with a little oil and your favorite spices (such as garlic, rosemary, or chili powder), and roast in the oven at 400°F until tender and...

Valentine's Day is set aside to celebrate love, usually with something sweet. Instead of candy, perhaps try making this creamy, sweet treat from one of the world's most romantic places, Italy. Gelato is a type of frozen dessert that is similar to ice cream, but it is...

Has it really been eight decades since the 1940s? It does not seem that long ago when watching "All Creatures Great and Small," the PBS series that just happens to be the favorite show of two of Honest Abe's owners, April and Nick Patterson. The meals served by Mrs....

Homemade Venison Summer Sausage With deer season and the holiday season both beginning in November, these recipes for Venison Summer Sausage and Spicy Cheese Log from Man that Stuff is Good are right on time. INGREDIENTS: 1 lb ground venison (deer meat) with a small...

Not only is October the month of Halloween, it is National Sausage Month. This recipe for sausage mummies takes advantage of both holidays, and they are not just for kids. How fun would it be eat your favorite sausage with it looking back at you? 6 sausages – smoked...

For decades Nashville, Tennessee, Channel 4 personality Bill Hall took viewers on hunting trips to the great Tennessee countryside with his show, "Bill Hall Land and Lakes." The show followed Hall and friends on fishing trips and hunting trips across middle Tennessee....

It's been a very hot summer, so the thought of a campfire in August is definitely not appealing. But the thought of S'mores...well, yum, yum.   Every kid who's ever been to summer camp or any family who braves the wilds for camping knows how to roast a...

Need a quick and cool dish to take to a July 4 gathering? Sticks 'n Twigs is simple to make, easy to transport and will tolerate the heat. Layer in a bowl or dish and refrigerate: 2 packages Ramen Noodles, uncooked. Save beef flavor packages for the sauce. 1 package...

We all grew up eating Jello, right? What a treat it was and still is. All our moms created these beautiful dishes with gelatin, fruits, whipped topping, nuts, marshmallows and even vegetables. One of the most fun options was the Multi Stripe Delight in which layers of...

Here's an easy recipe from food blogger Denise Grisham from Man that Stuff if Good. With summer fruits soon available everywhere, the possibilities are endless. If fresh fruit isn't available, you can whip this up in no time flat with your choice of canned...

Sure, kids want to hunt for eggs at Easter, but adults just want to eat them. Some families call them "dressed eggs" or "stuffed eggs," but no matter what they are called, they disappear quickly. Cooks are pretty smug about their family recipes for this easy side...

Here's an easy and succulent Mardi Gras dish by Areeda Schneider-Stampley, author of Areeda’s Southern Cooking, a collection of old-fashioned recipes. 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup old-fashioned grits 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup pepper...

In honor of George Washington's birthday on Feb. 22 we are presenting a cherry pie recipe that is adapted from The Art of Cookery Made Plain and Easy, a cookbook by Hannah Glasse (1708–1770) first published in 1747. According to the Mt. Vernon website,...

On January 19, National Popcorn Day pops onto the scene with a crunch! The annual celebration recognizes a treat that satisfies munchies, day or night.   As early as the 16th century, the Aztecs used popcorn in headdresses worn during ceremonies honoring Tlaloc, their...

Some people think of ballerinas and twirling when you mention Sugar Plums. The Tchaikovsky Nutcracker favorite is one of the most recognized pieces of classical music even for those who have never attended a Nutcracker performance. Some of us assume the idea of Sugar...

If you're looking for an easy and interesting appetizer to take to a holiday party or serve to the family, food blogger Denise Grisham suggests Captain Rodney's Cheese Bake. Denise, author of Man that Stuff is Good, discovered the Captain Rodney's line of products,...

If you're looking for an alternative to ham or turkey for holiday feasting, Tennessee blogger Denise Grisham, author of the cooking blog Man that Stuff is Good, offers instructions for cooking a prime rib with a homemade herb butter rub.  How to Make Herb Butter...

Food Blogger Denise Inman shares her recipe for Stuffed Spaghetti Squash just in time for fall harvest. Denise says her mission as a blogger it to encourage cooks of all skill levels to prepare good food quickly and inexpensively and use it as a way to reconnect with...

Food blogger Denise Grisham shares a distinctively Southern favorite, fried okra, with instructions about how to cook it in the traditional Southern manner. "There are some folks who won’t touch okra because of its “slimy” texture," says Denise, whose blog with dozens...

Thanks to Areeda Schneider Stampley for allowing use of this Southern classic  for this month's Honest Abe Living magazine.  ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted 3 eggs, beaten ¼ cup all-purpose flour 1 ¾ cups sugar ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup buttermilk ½ teaspoon...

Add espresso to paprika, cumin, chipotle powder, and other spices in the dry rub for the best-tasting bone-in pork chops you've had. Best of all, they're ready in under 20 minutes.   Ingredients 2 teaspoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon instant espresso 1 tablespoon...

In honor of June Dairy Month we're offering a simple recipe for a summer favorite. Home-churned Ice Cream   2 cups heavy whipping cream 2 cups half-and-half cream 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Remember that the higher percentage of milkfat the creamier...

Try this new twist on a Southern favorite by Tennessee-based cookbook author and television cook Sheree Kelley. Pimento Cheese is a staple today as it was yesterday. Back when we were working in the garden or canning, we would slap a mixture of 8 ounces grated...

Dallas & Margaret Powers of Lead Creek Log Homes have been Honest Abe Independent Dealers in Kentucky since 1999. Dallas is a gifted woodworker who sells the furniture, bookcases, entertainment centers, trunks, trays, rocking horses and turned wood bowls and pens...

Cream Puffs Made with Fresh Strawberries Strawberries  1 quart strawberries  1/2 cup sugar Wash berries in colander and turn out on paper towels to dry.  Hull strawberries. Slice each strawberry into thin slices.  Pour sugar...

Ingredients Crust 2 cups King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour ¾ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon active dry yeast ¾ cup warm water 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus 1½ tablespoons for the pan Toppings 6 ounces mozzarella, grated (about 1 ¼ cups, loosely packed) ½ cup pizza...

Chocolate Gravy by Josh Beasley, President, Honest Abe Log Home Chocolate gravy and biscuits is a regional dish in my area of Tennessee that's most often served as an after-breakfast dessert or for brunch. Most people turn their nose at the thought when they're first...

by Claudia Johnson Holidays are inextricably intertwined with food for me. Easter tastes like a plump baked ham. July 4th is hand-churned ice cream. Halloween, popcorn balls made with Amish molasses. Christmas is jam cake, rich with home-canned blackberries and...

Lisa and Jeff Clements say this is the world's simplest roast. Jeff is Vice President of Sales at Honest Abe Log Home, and Lisa is a nurse. In addition, the couple are farmers near Honest Abe's National Headquarters in the Tennessee Upper Cumberland. With busy...

By David Everitt, Dealer Manager, Honest Abe Log Homes Pintos are a staple for many families around Moss, Tennessee, where Honest Abe Log Homes are manufactured. I decided to add a version to my lunchtime repertoire at my office in Virginia.  This recipe started...

Recipe by Melissa Watson, Sales Representative at the Honest Abe Cookeville Model Home and Sales Center   Cookies: 3/4 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 2 tsp. vanilla 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1 tsp. salt   (Omit Baking Powder and salt if...

Inez Price is a longtime sales representative at the Honest Abe Log Homes National Headquarters. In addition to helping dozens of customers achieve their dream log home, Inez and her husband live in their own. She's sharing one of her favorite family recipes this...

Wayne Brady, Sales Representative at Honest Abe Log Homes Crossville, provided special occasion recipe that he and wife Lori enjoy preparing and serving. Ingredients:1⁄2 Tsp Rosemary1⁄2 Tsp Thyme1/8 Tsp Garlic Powder1 Tbsp Salt1⁄2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper2 Tbsp Butter...