Author Archives: Kelly Estes

About Kelly Estes

Kelly is a freelance writer who loves to cook. She is a former award-winning newspaper journalist who now writes for the web from her test kitchen in Jacksonville, Florida.

From Bad Steak to Delicious Chicken Pot Pie

You never want to see gray on your steak, and that’s exactly what I saw on all the undersides of the boneless eye round steak I bought from Winn Dixie yesterday. I was pretty unhappy, as I had prepped all … Continue reading

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Organic Eggs Demand Crimping Supply

Publix at Windsor Commons has a sign up in the dairy aisle today, apologizing to customers for its short supply of organic eggs. Overseas, Germany is also experiencing high demand for organic eggs, though for different reasons than here in … Continue reading

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Easy Teriyaki Grilled Chicken Breast

Tired of dry or tasteless grilled boneless chicken breasts? Same here. That’s why I was ecstatic to find out the solution was pretty simple: marinate the chicken breasts for about 8 hours in the refrigerator. I used Teriyaki Ginger marinade, … Continue reading

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Easy Cornbread Pairs Well With Chili

On a cold and dreary day, there’s nothing like a slice of homemade cornbread to brighten things up. Slightly sweet, a little crunchy, and moist inside, this cornbread is addictive and fabulous. Ah, there is nothing like a homemade piece … Continue reading

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Decaf Mocha: Make Your Own!

For those dreary winter afternoons, try making your own mocha. It’s sure to brighten your day, and won’t hurt your wallet quite as much as a jaunt out to

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