Border Crisis – Facts
Icy Start in South Carolina
Umm – Yep, it’s officially cold in SC! We’ve been in a cold snap for a bit however, temperatures are warming up this week. We’ll see how quick that happens as I gauge when my husband starts wearing shorts again.
Cacio E Pepe Pizza, aka cheese & pepper pizza 🍕
Since mastering the art of pizza dough making, I’ve moved onto mastering different toppings. This one’s a flavor bomb and a new favorite at Talmadge House. Because I believe the best food comes from our own kitchens, here’s my recipe. You won’t regret making this for your family! 
Ingredients for the Ricotta Parmesan Cream:
1/2 cup parmigiano-regianno, grated
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup whole milk ricotta
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1 tsp ground pepper
Ingredients for the pizza:
Pizza dough of your choice
Provolone cheese, shredded (a young version like provoloncino d’agerola is best)
Mozzarella cheese, low moisture, shredded (fior di latte is best as it’s mild and creamy)
Parmigiano-Reggiano, grated
One hour before baking pizza, adjust oven rack to second highest position (rack should be 4-5” below broiler). Set baking stone on rack and preheat oven to 500°.
Making the Ricotta Parmesan Cream:
Add garlic, Parmigiano-Regianno, heavy whipping cream, ricotta, salt, and pepper into a food processor. Process on highest setting until ingredients are well mixed and the mixture is creamy, 30 seconds – 1 minute.
Making the Pizza:
Prepare (shape) the pizza dough and place onto pizza paddle. Slather the ricotta parmesan cream over the dough, leaving the edges unslathered. Sprinkle with provolone cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until bubbly and cheeses begin to brown. Remove, sprinkle with black pepper, and devour!
Bon Appetite!
Who Needs Eggnog
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iPhone Stand – Cell Phone Holder
Here’s a little insider tip: Do you own an iPhone, Android, or another device that you’re constantly propping up somewhere? This exceptional solid steel iPhone stand will make viewing and using your mobile phone not only easier but also something you’ll miss when it’s not around.
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Backyard Birds – Ibis
One sole ibis walking around the backyard today, I am sure the others are near by, on the other side of the house in the nature preserve. I walked out to get close for the shots and a hawk swooped down right over the ibis as I was preparing to take the 45 shots to get these best 6. I guess the hawk might have had more in mind than just a few photos like me. Never walk alone!
Homemade Cream Cheese Pie Crust
The making of a Sweetie-licious Cream Cheese Crust for Apple Almond Pie 🤤. I use this crust for homemade chicken pot pie too – the slight sweetness is amazing with savory insides! It easily whips up in under 10 minutes with just a handful of ingredients.
Made from my favorite pie making recipe book, Sweetie-licious Pies by Linda Hundt. This book is charming with the author’s family stories and pictures behind each recipe. It’s full of all kinds of delicious pies (sweet and savory) and different types of crusts and crumble toppings. She shares recipes she uses in her two pie shops , some have taken blue ribbons in competition. It’s been my main go-to for years – a must add to your arsenal of recipe books! 👩🍳❤️
Day 1 Thanksgiving Prep in My Kitchen!
Inside Edition – Day 1 Thanksgiving Prep in My Kitchen! 
The rest of the edibles will be prepared when my sister and brother in law arrive – extra helping hands instead of furry paws. 
Marsupial finds the honey hole!
For the longest time Brandi thought it was the squirrel getting into our bird feeder just outside our lanai. Turns out it is our possum we appropriately named Gimpy, he visits every night with a severe gimp with his rear leg.
Fall Stitching
A fall stitch underway – aiming to finish by Thanksgiving, along with a few other seasonal stitching projects I’ll be sharing with you all.
Pumpkin Pie by The Primitive Hare. 🪡🧵💕
Talmadge House 