I’m not gonna lie: I’m a sucker for a good pecan pie. I like frozen, store-bought pies, but there’s something about homemade pecan pie that’s especially tempting. In my opinion, the best pecan pies are made 100% from scratch using everyday cooking ingredients and pecans freshly picked from a pecan orchard (although if you don’t [...]
When it comes to getting things done, most productivity experts and motivational speakers will offer one foundational piece of advice: Begin with the end in mind. No matter what you’re doing–whether it’s collating papers on your desk or planning a road trip, if you’re serious about getting the job done, you’re going to have to [...]
Corn Casserole is one of my favorite meals. It’s incredibly easy to make, very inexpensive, and tastes amazing. Unfortunately, it also contains an entire stick of butter, so it’s not going to score you very many points with the cardiologist. However, enjoyed in moderation, this casserole can be an excellent family dish that you can [...]
Last week we brought you Jello as part of our Dessert om a Shoestring series. Today we’re bringing you a close cousin of Jello: Instant pudding mix. Now, some might ask why you would opt for instant pudding mix when sealed cups of chocolate and vanilla pudding are readily available at the store. The reasons [...]