If there is one dish that symbolizes Thanksgiving, it’s turkey. Some of my fondest childhood memories are of waking up on Thanksgiving and Christmas morning to the smell of that delicious roasted aroma. Getting the turkey just right can be a challenge. Today, I’m going to cover how to cook a turkey for Thanksgiving! How […]
I like to think of Thanksgiving as the Super Bowl of the culinary world. It’s a holiday all about food. Despite all my experience working in restaurants and cooking Thanksgiving dinners over the years, it can still stress me out. So today I’m sharing 3 appliances that make Thanksgiving easy! Air Fryer One of the […]
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, but it can also be quite stressful. One way you can alleviate that stress is to start your shopping early. Here are 5 items you can buy early for Thanksgiving dinner! Canned/Frozen Vegetables Fresh produce is always a great choice, but it is not always optimal. You have […]
Whenever you look up recipes, you will sometimes come across cooking methods you don’t understand. This is especially true for beginners. Today, I’m going to explain various cooking methods, so the next time you look over a recipe, you’ll know exactly what to do. Oven-Based Cooking Methods The oven is one of the most important […]
The Gulf Coast has no shortage of seafood restaurants. This past weekend, we visited one we had never tried before. Today I’m sharing my DeSoto’s Seafood Kitchen review. Background on DeSoto’s Seafood Kitchen We found DeSoto’s while looking for new spots to try on our trip to Gulf Shores over the 4th of July weekend. […]
Meals in the slow cooker are great for busy nights. We recently tried a new one that has become a quick favorite. Today I’ll be sharing our crockpot sausage and potatoes recipe! Ingredients: Prep For Crockpot Sausage and Potatoes Prep for this slow-cooker recipe is simple. Start by washing your potatoes. Once clean, dice them […]
MSG is a popular food seasoning that developed a bad reputation years ago. While still wildly popular, there are some who still try to avoid the additive. Do they have a point? Is MSG bad for you? In short, no. It is not bad for you. Please keep reading to learn what MSG is and […]
Chicken is a protein that worries many home cooks. Undercooked chicken has the potential to make you sick. Unfortunately, this leads many people to overcook their chicken to be on the safe side, resulting in a dry product. What temperature does chicken need to be cooked to? Chicken Cooking Temperatures You must cook chicken to […]
Pork tenderloin is an underrated BBQ option. Ribs and pulled pork are icons of the cuisine, but a good pork tenderloin is an excellent alternative that won’t break the budget. Here’s my smoked pork tenderloin recipe. Ingredients: Prep The first step in prepping the pork tenderloin is making the rub. I have a basic rub […]
We recently celebrated my daughter’s 7th birthday, and for her birthday lunch she choose Longhorn Steakhouse, or as she calls it, Redhorn. Aside from Happy Meals, this is her favorite place to eat. Today, I’m sharing my Longhorn Steakhouse review. Background On Longhorn Steakhouse Longhorn Steakhouse was established in 1981 in Atlanta, Georgia by George […]
