The best way to shop for groceries is to not step foot in the grocery store at all. You’re probably wondering, “how is that even possible?” And no: it’s not ordering things like granola bars and toilet paper on Amazon. Real groceries: produce and all. Maybe you are one of the people on this planet […]
Pancakes Made Easy (and less messy!) with a Pancake Batter Dispenser
For years, I’ve wanted this pancake thing that squirts out even amounts of batter. In my organization shopping spree at Target, in which I bought two entire shopping carts worth of bins to organize the garage that looks like a hoarder’s daydream, I saw the yellow pancake batter dispenser and sneaked it into the cart, and […]
A History of the Southern New Year’s Tradition, Hoppin’ John, and Black Eyed Peas Recipes to Try
Hoppin’ John, a dish that has a combination of black eyed peas, rice, and pork, is a traditional Southern dish to taste on New Year’s Day for good luck. According to History.com, Hoppin’ John originated in the Low Country of South Carolina in the late 1840s, and there are varying theories on the source of […]
An Easy French Toast Casserole with Berry Compote
I’m pregnant. This is my excuse for waking up on Thanksgiving morning and deciding that a french toast casserole with berry compote was the thing I had to make for breakfast. Calories don’t count on Thanksgiving. I did what I always do and Googled “Easy French Toast Casserole with Berry Compote Recipe” and discovered a […]
Easy Hash Browns Cubed Recipe That Will Be Your New Excuse to Cook Breakfast on the Weekends
I probably should NEVER admit this, because on the internet, we only mention chic restaurants that use locally-grown produce and serve trendy gourmet dishes like kale-infused egg white omelets, however, I’m a big fan of Bob Evans for breakfast. We do live in Myrtle Beach, and there is no shortage of pancake houses. The main […]
A Simple Salad with Sweet Potatoes
This summer on our visit to Charleston, WV, we ate at a locally-owned, sophisticated pizza place called Lola's that has a unique salad selection. I ordered a salad with sweet potatoes in it, which is the inspiration for this fall salad. It's my new favorite, and a surprising ingredient for a salad that works so […]