Chili: A Cold-Weather Comfort Recipe

A hot pot of chili on a cold winter’s day is one of the most comforting foods in the south—Texas in particular. Chili warms you inside and out, plus it’s filling, easy to make, and nutritious to boot.

Recommended Winter Remedies

Top 10 Items for Your Medicine Cabinet this Cold & Flu SeasonWhen the common cold and the associated runny nose, congestion, and cough attacks, the best medicine is usually rest, hot chicken noodle soup, and a favorite movie. The last thing anyone wants to do while under the weather is slog up and down aisles of medicines looking for relief. Take the opportunity now to stock your medicine cabinet with some valuable over-the-counter products that will ease your suffering from typical cold and flu symptoms.

A Little Bit of Luck

Traditional Recipes for New Year's Lunch   It’s almost 2018—Happy New Year! Have you ever wondered why we eat black-eyed peas, cornbread, and collard greens or cabbage on New Year’s Day? Here in the South, this traditional New Year’s Day meal is thought to bring good luck, prosperity, and good health in the coming year! Regardless if you hold to this tradition or not, black-eyed peas and cornbread is a hearty and comforting meal after all the rich Christmas food. My family likes to prepare our peas with this delicious and spicy chowchow relish.

Give the Gift of Food: 5 Fun & Easy Ideas

‘Tis the season of giving… but that can add up pretty quickly if you’re shopping for friends, family, coworkers, cousins, neighbors, and more! Don’t stress. One gift that’s quick, easy, and cheap while still being thoughtfully creative is FOOD. Here’s a list of fun and simple ideas for edible gifts you can do without breaking the bank: ...

Thanksgiving may be over but the leftovers are not...

Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Leftover Recipes   Thanksgiving may be over, but that leftover turkey is probably still taking up valuable space in your fridge or freezer. Make room for Christmas baking and party food prep by putting your Thanksgiving favorites to good use with these two easy recipes. Even those who are tired of turkey will chow down on these dishes!   Read more: How long should you keep that turkey anyways? ...

Thanksgiving: The Make-Ahead Menu

There are four things you never want to be late for: weddings, funerals, airplane flights, and—you called it—Thanksgiving dinner. Being early for Thanksgiving—particularly if you’re a contributing chef—is key to a healthy, happy holiday for everyone.

Nine for November: Try Something New

Nine New Foods and Drinks to Try this MonthWhat better way to celebrate the changing leaves than by eating something different?  Whether it’s a totally new-to-you food or an old favorite done a new way, challenge yourself to taste nine new things this month to add real fresh, real delicious variety to your life.  Here are nine ideas you can use to get started, but don’t let me limit you – just head to your lo ...

Wicked Good Snacks

A fall take on a summer favorite.  With our Texas weather fickle as ever, it’s no surprise that we’re looking at a fairly warm Halloween this year. It seems like summer just won’t say goodbye! To mix up the summer temperatures with some fall spirit, here’s an easy-to-make, sweet snack recipe. Basically, think Rice Krispies Treats but with fall flavors and fun topping ideas. Even better, this snack mix makes for a quick, easy party favor for a Halloween bash and trick-or-treaters.