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The Simmering Sessions

There’s always room for one more at the table. Join me for recipes, stories, kitchen conversations, and the occasional trip down memory lane. The Simmering Sessions is where food becomes the starting point for conversations about life, family, memories, and the things that bring us together.

Latest Recipes

Fried Okra: Little Bites of Southern Comfort

This fried okra gets a buttermilk soak and a seasoned cornmeal coating before hitting the hot oil for that perfect golden crunch. It’s the kind of side dish that mysteriously disappears before everyone gets to the table. Fried Okra Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 25 minutes Ingredients 10–12 okra pods 1 cup yellow cornmeal 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more for sprinkling 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon

Nicole Reed

4 days ago2 min read

Slow-Simmered Southern Collard Greens

Smoky, savory greens with tender turkey and a pot likker worth sopping up with cornbread. There are some dishes that don't need a fancy introduction. They just need a big pot, a little patience, and enough time for all those flavors to get acquainted. Collard greens are one of those dishes. These Slow-Simmered Southern Collard Greens start with a smoky turkey leg, wings, or ham hock simmered in chicken broth with onion and garlic. Then the greens join the party and slowly coo

Nicole Reed

Aug 255 min read

Cucumber Cooler Mocktail

A crisp, refreshing sip that feels like sunshine in a glass. There is something magical about a cucumber drink. It is light, refreshing, and has that little hint of spa-day elegance without requiring a reservation or a fluffy robe. Pair it with bright lime, fresh mint, and a touch of sweetness, and you have a mocktail that feels special enough for a celebration but simple enough for a Tuesday afternoon. The Cucumber Cooler Mocktail is the perfect balance of fresh, crisp, and

Nicole Reed

Jul 302 min read

Made to Gather

I believe the best conversations happen around the table, usually while something delicious is simmering on the stove.

Cooking has become my creative outlet and one of my favorite ways to show people they're loved. I enjoy everything from tackling homemade pasta and trying new recipes to hosting family dinners and holiday meals that keep everyone lingering at the table just a little longer.

Through Sauce & Simmer, I hope to inspire home cooks to have fun in the kitchen, try something new, and remember that a great meal isn't about perfection. It's about the people you share it with.

When I'm not in the kitchen, you'll probably find me reading a good book, spending time with family and friends, serving at church, or planning my next recipe adventure.

I'm so glad you're here.

Nicole

Simple recipes for busy lives, simmered with love and a touch of modern warmth.