Cozy Mystery
4th in Series
Setting – Kentucky
Henery Press (March 13, 2018)
Paperback: 268 pages
Synopsis
Too many cooks in the kitchen spoil the broth. And let me tell you, this broth is in trouble. Get ready for a Southern showdown.
The residents of Cottonwood, Kentucky are sent into a tizzy when the Culinary Channel comes to town to film an episode of Southern Home Cookin’ with celebrity chef Frank Von Lee.
Especially Sheriff Kenni Lowry.
Her mama’s award-winning chicken pot pie is what brought Frank to town, and they don’t make hair in the South bigger than her mama’s ego after the news.
When Frank Von Lee is found dead from food poisoning and the most likely culprit is Mama’s chicken pot pie, Kenni’s poppa, the former sheriff, comes back from the Great Beyond to assist in the investigation.
But nothing’s prepared Kenni for such a personal tie to a case, and she finds herself pushing the limits of the laws she’s sworn to protect.
This book’s so delicious it’ll make your mouth water and leave you hankerin’ for more.
Guest Post
I, Vivian Lowry, was raised a to be a true southern lady. I’ve never left my house without lipstick. I’m not a bragger by any means, but the man upstairs has blessed me with an amazing daughter and loving husband, as well as a sharp tongue and I truly don’t believe I wasn’t given the gift of my boldness if it weren’t in my destiny.
I truly was born to have greatness and when I came up with my famous Chicken Pot Pie, I knew it was my ticket to be a star.
Who made it famous? Well…anyone who has ever gone to a funeral repass in Cottonwood, Kentucky knows that I always bring my chicken pot pie. It’s all the rage, besides the body lying corpse. And it’s no secret that all the women in Cottonwood always make their best recipes for the after funeral supper.
It just so happens that The Culinary Channel had gotten a tip about little ole me and my famous chicken pot pie. So much so that they’ve sent Chef Frank Von Lee to come see me and try my delicious casserole to be featured on the Culinary Channel.
Now, I’m not braggin’. Like I said, I knew I was destined for greatness. I’m not gonna spill the beans on my recipe just yet, but I’ve been told that my breakfast casserole is to die for.
I, Vivian Lowry, did not kill anyone. You remember that!
BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Photo courtesy of Tonya Kappes
Ingredients:
1 package (16 oz.) of bulk ground sausage. I like a little spice to mine so I get a mild or hot sausage.
1 onion (chopped or you can buy a bag of the frozen already chopped)
1 red pepper (chopped or you can buy a bag of the frozen already chopped)
3-4 cups frozen square hash browns
2 cups cheddar cheese
3/4 cups Bisquick
2 cups of milk
6 eggs
Optional black pepper
Directions:
I preheat my oven to 400
Spray a 3 quart baking dish ( 13 x 9 inches) with cooking spray
Over medium heat, cook the chopped onion and red pepper along with the sausage until the sausage is cooked with no pink.
Drain the meat.
Add the meat mixture, frozen hash browns, and 1.5 cups of the cheese in the baking dish.
In a bowl, combine the milk, Bisquick, eggs, and pepper (optional). Pour over the sausage mix in the baking dish.
Bake for around 30-35 minutes.
Sprinkle the rest of the cheese over top and bake another five minutes or until the cheese has melted.
I’m a big believer in letting the food stand for 5-10 minutes after taking out of the oven.
Enjoy!
About the Author
Tonya Kappes has written more than fifteen novels and four novellas, all of which have graced numerous bestseller lists including USA Today. Best known for stories charged with emotion and humor and filled with flawed characters, her novels have garnered reader praise and glowing critical reviews. She lives with her husband, two very spoiled schnauzers, and one ex-stray cat in northern Kentucky. Now that her boys are teenagers, Tonya writes full-time but can be found at all of her guys’ high school games with a pencil and paper in hand. More than anything, Tonya loves to connect with readers, with a loyal ‘street team’ of fans and followers on social media.
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Giveaway
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Great casserole! I think I would try to substitute bacon instead as my family doesn’t like sausage.
My Dad will LOVE this casserole! My husband would like it too so I will do it for the next family brunch! Thanks Tonya for the recipe, and this great book series! There’s NOTHING like escaping into a great Tonya Kappes book after a long day! -Heather
I was hoping for the chicken pot pie recipe, but I bet some things are best waited for.
love the cover and the recipe sounds yummy!!!
No self respecting Southern cook would be caught red handed using “Bisquick!!!”
Thomas Palmer
That breakfast casserole looks amazing! Can’t wait to see what’s next for Kenni & Finn
What an amazing cover design! Loved your review, cant wait to read!
Thanks for being part of the book tour for “Six Feet Under” by Tonya Kappes. Enjoyed reading the guest post and recipe sounds delicious. I’d love the chance to read this book.