The dark, chilly days of winter can bring on this sort of pall and lack of energy (or maybe that’s just this Southerner that doesn’t do well in the cold). I don’t feel as energized, motivated or creative. But mostly, more time in the house means more mess and more mess is more frustration. So a one pot, low mess, fewer dirty dishes dinner is just the thing. But that doesn’t … [Read more...] about Shrimp and Chorizo One Pot Pasta
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Slow Cooker Sorghum Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes are an absolutely essential part of Thanksgiving. I love a good sweet potato casserole, both the mashed version and a sliced version. I’m fortunate, particularly at the holidays, that I have plenty of oven space to prepare the full Thanksgiving menu, but I know that is not the case for everyone, so here as my space solution, which I think as a brilliant idea. … [Read more...] about Slow Cooker Sorghum Sweet Potatoes
Super-Quick Smoky Cheddar Loaf
Enjoying a warm loaf of freshly baked bread right out of the oven is truly one of life’s sweet pleasures. But if time and patience are short, try this quickie. You will truly impress your family and friends, or just treat yourself, when you mix up this quick, cheesy loaf of fresh bread for dinner. If you’d like, substitute your favorite flavor for the paprika, including … [Read more...] about Super-Quick Smoky Cheddar Loaf
