One of my guilty pleasures from childhood is those super cheap frozen single serve chicken pot pies. For less than a dollar you get a big bunch of tasty veggies and chicken in a creamy salty gravy all encased in a flaky buttery crust. Yum. I know I shouldn’t love them but I just really,… Read More Chicken Pot Pie
The first year we moved to the Lowcountry, we had a really sad Thanksgiving. Chef J had to work of course. The Boy and I didn’t want him to come home to an empty house on such a family oriented holiday so we opted not to travel back home without him. We didn’t have any… Read More Brussels Sprouts and Leek Gratin
Last year, for Thanksgiving, I made a GORGEOUS and delicious (modest much?) cocktail for Thanksgiving. I’m completely enamored with the amazing bartenders at Chow Daddy’s in Hilton Head and Bluffton, South Carolina who have introduced me not only to the Moscow Mule, but also to some really amazing infused liquors and boutique liqueurs, particularly Domaine de… Read More Apple Bourbon Fizzies
I know I’ve bombarded you with a bunch of somewhat complicated recipes lately and I apologize for that. I told you I’d try to make your life more simple. Apparently I’m a bit of a liar. So with that said, I am here to seek redemption and forgiveness. In exchange, I will share with you… Read More Finally Something Easy: Cheddar Pepper Palmiers
Recently, we had a birthday in our family. The Boy turned TWELVE (cue dramatic singing of “Sunrise, Sunset” here). We have a family tradition in which the birthday boy or girl is awakened with birthday cake and presents. It really sets a festive mood for the day. Seriously, what better way to wake up than with… Read More Spaghetti and Meatballs
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