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 […]
Red beans and rice is a very popular dish across the South. This simple dish can easily be elevated with the right ingredients. My favorite version contains a lot of spice and a little help from the holy trinity. Today I’m sharing my Cajun red beans and rice recipe! Ingredients: Prep Prep for this recipe […]
On our trip to the beach this past weekend, we stopped for lunch at Angry Crab Shack. My wife wanted a seafood boil, and this was the closest option. Today, I’ll be sharing my Angry Crab Shack review. Background On Angry Crab Shack The Angry Crab Shack is a chain restaurant founded by former NFL […]
