10 Best Paula Deen Quotes And Sayings

“I pay people very, very well - probably more than I have to. But that costs me less money in the long run because I'm not having to constantly train somebody. I pay them enough that they don't go seeking a higher scale at the next restaurant.” – Paula Deen

“There was one thing my daddy wouldn't tolerate in any shape, form or fashion, and that was being unkind or rude to somebody. That was just very important to my folks. And as it turns out, that was a legacy that he left me that money can't buy, is how to be able to treat people.” – Paula Deen

“Talking about money is garish. It's tacky.” – Paula Deen

“In order to have good fried chicken, you should wash and season the bird the morning you're preparing it for dinner. Don't wait and do it right before you start cooking. Throw it in the refrigerator, seasoned, that morning, and give it a chance to soak up all the salt and pepper and goodness.” – Paula Deen

“I'm making little changes in my life to take care of myself, like putting in a mile or two on my treadmill every day.” – Paula Deen

“Growing up, I had a very busy social life. It wasn't until I was a sophomore in high school that I asked Mama if I could come into the kitchen and have her teach me how to cook something.” – Paula Deen

“I don't want to spend my life not having good food going into my pie hole. That hole was made for pies.” – Paula Deen

“I know when you think about the South, you think about fried foods, but we eat a tremendous amount of vegetables. I have my own garden, so vegetables have always been a big part of my life. I love broccoli. I love fresh beets. It's not all about the fried chicken and the biscuits.” – Paula Deen

“I was determined to share my positive approach and not let diabetes stand in the way of enjoying my life.” – Paula Deen

“I wake up every morning happy for where I am in life. It's not all about the cooking, but the fact that I can contribute by using my influence to help people all over the country. In the last two years, my partners and I have fed more than 10 million hungry people by bringing meat to food banks.” – Paula Deen