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Lemon Cheesecake Recipe
I think I accidently solved the Cheesecake Factory's flawless cheesecake mystery. Cheesecake topped with berriesPhoto by Erol Ahmed on Unsplash. For years, I made subpar cheesecakes — that always cracked. They had good flavor, but they weren’t pretty and a little dry.
Affordable Food Finds At Whole Foods, Trader Joes, and Aldi
Whether you're "cash challenged" or just need to scale back - we all have to eat. So what do you do if you have a Dollar Store budget with Whole Foods/Trader Joe’s taste?. Welp — you still shop there, but the trips are quick because you only buy things you can’t get anywhere else with the same quality and flavor:
How to Save Money and Thrive in Tough Times
Counting MoneyPhoto by Sharon McCutcheon on Unsplash. With gas and food prices soaring, some of us need to tighten up our budgets and save where we can. If you’re like me — you’ve already made some sacrifices, but now it’s about needs — not wants. There isn’t much room for luxuries — but here are some tips and tricks to help you get a few creature comforts while we weather this financial storm.
This Holiday Season, Please Stop Celebratory Gunshots!
This is another dangerous American tradition that needs to end. 4th of JulyPhoto byPhoto by frank mckenna on UnsplashonUnsplash. I live in Philadelphia and for years I sought shelter in suburban or “nicer neighborhoods before New Year’s and 4th of July in fear of celebratory gunfire. I thought this was an American tradition, but apparently, this tradition is worldwide.
My #LongCovid Story: The Virus and New Chronic Illness
I started writing this story on October 5, 2021, and I’m just now mustering enough courage to finish. It has literally taken me 7 months to tell my story. Catching and living with Long COVID has been one of the most frightening, and life-altering experiences I’ve ever had since my emergency C-Section 20 years ago.
Summer Salads For Lunch and Brunch
Jar salads are one of the easiest, most versatile, and most convenient ways to prep, pack and eat delicious and nutritious eco-friendly meals. They are easy and portable for a busy person's lunch or can be dressed up for cute and classy brunch item.
Summer Melon Season - Seeds and All
Mouthwatering watermelon memories and my need for seeds. Joyful watermelon wedgePhoto by Caju Gomes on Unsplash. It's melon season again, and I'm excited! I can't wait to buy and bite into my first watermelon of the season. I searched for “summer” themed articles on Medium and was surprised by how many people recalled memories of spitting watermelon seeds in their sibling’s hair. Maybe it’s because I’m an only child or I was taught that spitting anything at anyone is gross and “very bad manners,” but I couldn’t relate to that experience…
Happy Juneteenth 2022: Food and Festivities Guide
6/18/2022 - Revised for clarification and Barnes Foundation Father's Day/Juneteenth event added. Juneteenth (June 19th) is now a national holiday and becoming another food-focused celebration and I’m all for it! I’m not from Texas, where the celebration originated, but the common thread woven in all Freedom Celebrations is soul food.
An Open Love Letter To The LGBTQ Community: Happy Pride Month
Free Hugs and LovePhoto by Mick De Paola on Unsplash. Thank you for being a wonderful friend and Happy Pride Month!. As a cisgender, African American, Black woman raised in a traditional, conservative Christian family — my family always taught me to love and not to judge. I was taught to treat ALL people with respect and dignity.
American Goulash aka Beef-a-Roni: A Betty Crocker Recipe
American GoulashShutterstock — American Goulash aka Beef-o-roni (with a little paprika) I recently shared an embarrassing story about bringing what I thought was Hungarian goulash to a college potluck celebrating foods from different cultures on Medium.com and News Break. In my initial research for the article, I didn't think to look for American goulash — because I have strong feelings about culinary cultural appropriation.
My Amazing Macaroni and Cheese Recipe and Story
An amazing recipe that’s changed over the years — just like me. Macaroni and CheesePhoto by Priyanka Aggarwal on Unsplash. I LOVE CHEESE! All kinds of cheese from good old traditional cheddar to chevre. I love it whether it’s made from cow’s or goat’s milk. I like creamy fontina to salty and somewhat chalky feta.
Organic Strawberry Recall in United States and Canada
Strawberry Alert FreshKampo or HEB organic strawberries purchased from Aldi, Trader Joes, Walmart, etc. fresh strawberriesPhoto by Maksim Shutov on Unsplash. Please throw away any FreshKampo or HEB organic strawberries if you purchased them from Aldi, Trader Joes, Walmart, Safeway, and other markets between March 5 — April 25, 2022, they may have been contaminated with hepatitis A. While it’s way past the expiration date, strawberries are widely used in jellies, jams, and preserves and frozen for smoothies or later use. Therefore, you may have purchased them and might still have them in your freezer or canned/preserved. If unsure, throw them out. It’s not worth the risk.
Sweet Baby Ray’s Teriyaki Remix + Top 3 BBQ Spots in PA/NJ
Quick-cooking tips and tricks - My sweet sticky BBQ sauce twist. I love BBQ. Ribs and brisket are my favorites, with a side of baked beans, coleslaw, and a good side of something potato – preferably a seasoned wedge or good ol’ macaroni and cheese.
A Funny Food Story: My Grandma’s Hungarian Goulash Was Really Homemade Beef-o-Roni
Spicy Hungarian GoulashPhoto by Ting Tian on Unsplash. I’ve been researching and writing more about food lately and remembered a funny (and somewhat embarrassing) story from college. Many moons ago, a professor suggested that our class bring a dish from another culture for our last class celebration. I loved to cook and actually cooked and occasionally made teas, tonics, and salves for friends and family. I volunteered to make Hungarian goulash and bragged that it was my Grandmother’s recipe.
Cooking Connections: Southern Fried Chicken Meets Shish Tawook
Shish with rice and other sidesPhoto by Suad Kamardeen on Unsplash. If you’re like me and you’re fighting the over 40 battle of the bulge, you’re constantly trying to find recipes and tips to make healthy food tastier and more appealing.
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