As millions of Americans get ready to commemorate Memorial Day and welcome summer, the U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds people to keep it safe this weekend: follow the latest CDC guidance for COVID-19 and remember your food safety practices.
Category: Libby’s Recipes & More
A collection of favorite recipes from Libby Allen of Latta, SC, and from our readers as well as food-related advice and articles from the USDA and other sources. To submit a reader recipe, mail it to Recipes, c/o The Dillon Herald, P.O. Drawer 1288, Dillon, SC 29536, fax it to 843-841-1930, or e-mail it to bf@thedillonherald.com.
USDA Shares Easy At-Home Advice For Handling Food Safely This Thanksgiving
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This week, Americans will enjoy a delicious meal on Thanksgiving Day with family and friends – either in person or virtually. Taking the necessary steps toward safe food handling and sanitation will help protect you and your loved ones this year.
Award-Winning Cornbread Recipes
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Check out these past winning National Cornbread Cook-off recipes and more at www.MarthaWhite.com/recipes. Join the Martha White community at www.Facebook.com/MarthaWhiteBaking and www.pinterest.com/marthawhite. Featured recipes are Tennessee Onion Soup Gratin and Harvest Apple Cornbread Panzanella.
Peanut Butter Cup Icebox Pie
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Here is the 2013 Martha White® Holiday Muffin Mix Challenge winning recipe by Joanna C. of Whiteville, Tenn., who was named Grand Prize Winner and the Crowd Pleasers Category Winner for her Peanut Butter Cup Icebox Pie.
The Ultimate Southern Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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The third-place winner, Susan R. of Round Rock, Texas, took home $1,000 for her Ultimate Southern Grilled Cheese Sandwich in the 2014 Martha White®/Lodge® Cast Iron National Cornbread Cook-Off.
Southern Corn Meal Cookies
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Southern Corn Meal Cookies are essentially buttery sugar cookies made with both flour and corn meal, which makes an incredible difference. This cookie is delicately crisp, with an interesting texture and an unexpectedly appealing rich grain flavor.
Food Prep And Storage Safety Emphasized As More Families Cook And Eat At Home
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Many families are cooking at home now more than ever due to COVID-19. Janice Lopez-Munoz, Public Affairs Specialist for the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, spoke to the Dillon Herald recently about the best practices for food safety during preparation, with leftovers, and with take-out food.
Though Memorial Day Activities Are Different This Year, Food Safety Remains A Priority
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Every year, millions of Americans commemorate Memorial Day to honor the sacrifices so many have made to protect our country. This holiday weekend might not be like past years, so while we keep public health recommendations in mind, let’s not forget food safety practices to prevent foodborne illnesses.
This Month In S.C. History: Family Receipts
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As the holidays approach, our thoughts turn to cooking and baking for family and friends. The archives of the South Carolina Historical Society (SCHS) contain a wonderful collection of family recipes, or “receipts” as they were frequently called.
Tips Given On How To Prepare And Have A Safe Thanksgiving Meal
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It’s turkey time, and the meal is one of the main highlights of Thanksgiving Day.