After years of using both the Keurig and Nepresso, I made a big, expensive, mind boggling switch to a fancy espresso machine. I’ve had my eye on this one for about two years. I saved my Christmas money, my birthday money and added to the stash since March. It felt pretty darn good to click… Read More
On this day when we celebrate the American worker, it was fitting that my cousin took the first step of his career. Riley joined the United States Army and left for basic training today. I am just overcome with emotion and pride for his selfless and brave decision to serve our country. I’ve admired his… Read More
It feels like fall, y’all! We’ve been having gorgeous crisp mornings and cool evenings and I’m so here for it! It hasn’t quiiiiite been soup weather, but that didn’t slow my roll. This week’s Sunday Supper is all about comfort foods and two long time, quintessentially Southern, favorites: Chicken & Dumplings and Coca-Cola Cake. Chicken… Read More
I just finished up The Last Thing I Told You by Emily Arsenault. This psychological thriller is about the murder of a psychologist (of all things) in a quiet New England town. It was well written but not entirely captivating until the end. Was it worth listening to for 9 hours of what would have… Read More
I tried Gusto for the first time last week and when an errand found me in the neighborhood of one again today, I couldn’t resist! It’s “fast food”, but tasty and feels healthy. Honey and I are both working from home so it feels like a real treat. Not to mention, we get out cheap… Read More
I’ve shared before that I’ve had a wide variety of outcomes with the Magnolia Table cookbook. I’ve found some greatest hits and some epic fails. I’ve also had some that look disgusting but taste great. King Ranch Chicken falls in that category, along with Chicken and Dumplings. Thoughts on the King Ranch Chicken recipe… Don’t… Read More
I get a lot of questions on a regular basis about meal planning and thought I’d share how I plan for the week. On an ongoing basis, I will also try to share what I made the week(s) before! Sunday Caprese Chicken Sheet Pan Supper (absolutely delicious; will be on the rotation) Monday Walking Tacos… Read More