I think it’s comical when Witches who couldn’t cook their way out of a paper bag throw stones at Miss Paula…
Yeah, that's right. THAT Paula.
You ain't ready.
C’mon now, we’ve all heard the gossip and stories- that doesn’t change the fact that Paula is the Grand Dame of Southern cooking and that means all is as it should be. Where would we do without her Strawberry cake recipe…her wild rice salad…her coconut cake…her FRENCH TOAST???
Let’s face it- the world would be an unfulfilled (and butter-less) place full of unhappy, grumpy, whiney, SKINNY, carb-o-holics. Myself included.
Paula has been there to lift my spirits with her “comfort food” recipes when I’ve needed her. It doesn’t get any more comfortable than Paula Deen’s Southern Fried Chicken. I don’t understand why people have to put her down so much; she herself has stated “I am a cook, not a dietician”. In this calorie/body image/health food conscious society, that takes guts.
If you’ve been thumbing your nose up at Miss Paula’s recipes, well… shame on you.
You must not have enough butter in your diet :)
Until next time,
Peace In Your Heart
Ingredients:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Pot Roast Layer: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter. Add pot roast and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
Potato Layer: Peel and slice potatoes 1/4-inch thick. Place in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Cook for approximately 15 minutes or until fork tender. Drain potatoes and transfer to a mixing bowl. Whip potatoes with an electric mixer, mixing until moderately smooth. Don't over beat them; a few lumps are nice. Add 1/2 cup heated milk, 1 stick butter, and sour cream. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Whip again until mixed. Adjust thickness by adding more milk, if desired.
Biscuit Layer: Combine biscuit mix and 1 1/2 cups of milk. The mix should be thinner than that of normal biscuit mix but not runny.
Spray a 9 by 9 by 2-inch pan (or any similar casserole dish) with cooking spray. Layer mashed potatoes halfway up the sides of the dish. Next, spread a layer of corn or mixed vegetables on top of the potatoes. Then add the layer of pot roast and onions with gravy. Pour the biscuit mix over the meat. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter and drizzle over top. Bake for approximately 35 to 45 minutes or until top is golden brown. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
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