I’m all about a breakfast casserole. My Aunt Layle makes one for our family Christmas brunch and I look forward to it all year. But why am I waiting for Christmas?? I thought I’d make a spin-off of her recipe which has sausage, eggs, cheese, and grits by adding some kale and mushrooms! If you have been following along with recipes this week you can use the same herbs, parmesan, sausage, and ...
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Fall Squash Frittata
Just like Ellen's Grab + Go Egg Cups, combining eggs with veggies and/or leftovers lurking around in your fridge is a smart way to cut down on food waste. And when faced with lots of delicious honey-roasted butternut squash, spinach, and feta from my salad, it was time to try out a fall squash frittata! This Fall Squash Frittata all but cooked itself, was filling enough for dinner, and easy ...
Ms. Nathalie Dupree’s Butternut Squash Soup
Y'all, I am thrilled to share with you one of my family's most cherished recipes: Ms. Nathalie Dupree's butternut squash soup. Admittedly, I don't know really know much about Ms. Nathalie Dupree, I don't own her cookbook, and I'm not sure if this is even her exact recipe... but this is what my family has used and loved for as long as I can remember. Butternut squash soup is a staple in the ...
Black Bean Burger with Chipotle Mayo
We’re always looking for ways to spice up a old favorite, and this black bean burger with chipotle mayo has proved to be a hit by vegetarians and meat lovers - an often difficult feat. So for those of you have children who are picky eaters, or in my case, an East Texas boyfriend who doesn't like "girly" food, I promise this adaptation of Skinny Taste's spicy black bean burger will win over even ...
The Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide for your Girlfriends
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means we receive a small commission if you purchase a product through these links. We only promote products that we know and love! Please check out our disclosure policy for more details. Waited until the last minute again to get gifts for your trés chic girlfriends? Never fear. We've got 10 gifts every lady will love. Best of all? They're ...
Fall Cocktail: No Pears in Hollywood
Looking for a seasonal cocktail this weekend? We've got you covered with this delicious pear cocktail courtesy of 18.21 Bitters in Atlanta. Craft cocktails don’t have to be intimidating. With a few essentials, you make a wide variety of cocktails in your own home! All you need to start is a shaker and a jigger. After attending a cocktail making class at 18.21 Bitters in ...
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This blog is for the financially conscious and the socially conscious. It’s for the mom who gets home after a busy workday and needs some creative inspiration to whip up a meal with what she has in her pantry. It’s for the college student who wants to eat well on a dime. It’s for the seasoned home cook or the newbie to the kitchen. It’s for anyone who respects their hard-earned dollar and cares ...
