DB Kelly
School
West Virginia University
Expertise
Wartime Recipes, Wine Spirits & Beer, Home Herb Gardens
- Because she is an avid home brewer, DB's friends and family have enjoyed the products of her experimental brews. From mead and lagers to stouts and everything in between, she firmly believes there's nothing quite like the anticipation of a new batch. (Her current favorite is a Viking's Blod mead.)
- DB absolutely fell in love with authentic Mexican cuisine while spending a year living along the Arizona-Mexico border.
- She once interviewed Paula Deen for the opening of her store in Upstate New York.
Experience
After years of making her teachers think she was taking thorough notes when she was really just writing fiction, DB decided to turn her love of writing into something more. Since becoming a journalist, she has been fortunate enough to travel extensively, and sample regional cuisines from New Orleans to the southwest and San Francisco. She still maintains that her hometown of Buffalo, New York has one of the best and vastly underrated foodie cultures in the nation, and was glad to be able to promote that during her time as a reporter there. She is currently working on a cookbook centered around home gardens.
Education
DB has a degree in English from West Virginia University with a focus in medieval literature and journalism.
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Stories By DB Kelly
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One side that's sure to always be a crowd-pleaser is pasta salad. But it's easy to get in a rut with it, so here are some stellar pasta salad mix-ins.
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Unless you're a certain golden retriever, baked beans aren't the type of side dish that inspires dreams of flavor. Unless you use these pro tips, that is.
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It's super easy to add a kick of flavor to your scallops, and you might just find that it's so easy, they're going to be added to your weekly meal rotation.
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If canned salmon seems like an ingredient that only belongs in the back of your pantry, we have some ideas for you. Use them for a fresh spin on a trusty tin.
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Mushrooms add an earthy umami flavor to any dish, and the canned variety are perfect for everything from topping burgers to elevating pasta dinners.
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Jack Daniel's has a huge selection of whiskeys, from flavored ones to classics. From the worst to the best, here are Jack Daniel's whiskeys ranked.
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Want to put an extra spin on a classic? Here are the best additions to ketchup for an even better flavor for your store-bought ketchup.
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Not all flavored whiskeys are created equal, so let's talk about what to get, what to avoid, and what's going to sit on your shelf for a long, long time.
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With tuna packed in oil, there are good reasons to save that oil instead of dumping it down the drain. Let's talk about how you can use leftover oil from tuna.
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Everyone knows waffles are for breakfast, but these sturdy morning stalwarts are perfect for balancing savory ingredients and making for a delectable dinner.
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Powdered drink mixes are a surprisingly versatile way to add a kick of flavor to a number of different desserts, sides, and snacks - if you follow these tips.
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If you're planning on making corned beef, you know that it doesn't really come in small portions. Use these suggestions to make the most out of this tasty meat.
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Don't want to give up your burger in the name of health? Discover some healthy burger bun alternatives that not only taste great but are also good for you.
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Jamaican cuisine is a colorful combination of cultures, and these dishes (from jerk chicken to Ital) should be on everyone's must-try list.
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While everyone knows about gin and tonic, there are actually many more possibilities for gin; and this list of 20 mixed drinks made with gin is absolute proof.
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There's a good chance you might not even think of adding turnip greens to the menu, and honestly, that's a shame. Here's what you need to know about the greens.
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If you really love vodka, you don't want to bury it beneath a ton of strong ingredients. Try these light, delicious drinks that allow the liquor to shine.
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For some people, eating fish at all can be a tough sell. So, let's talk about some ways to cook fish that will help mix it up and keep dinner from being boring.
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The number of cheeses seems infinite, and even if you try some of these unique types of cheese just once, they're completely worthy of being on your bucket list
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Whether you're looking for something traditional or a little more outside the box, you might find your new go-to among our best chili recipes.
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There are a ton of unique pastries found across the globe. Many are rooted in centuries of tradition, some are modern, but all are worth trying at least once.
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Baking is a science and thankfully, there are plenty of tips and tricks you can use to help that science result in a better-tasting homemade loaf of bread.
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Few things will bring people together better than a gorgeous charcuterie board at a party. Here are the best types of meats and cheeses for your next board.