Paige Phillips Photography & Design

Friday, April 15, 2016

Shrimp & Grits

We love Shrimp & Grits in my house! After all we are in the South.
I found this recipe on Pinterest and have made it a couple times. It always comes out AMAZING, and I finally decided to photograph it this time! 

You can find it HERE

Happy Southern Cooking! 


Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Crab Stuffed Flounder, Brown Rice & Fresh Salad

Crab Stuffed Flounder, Brown Rice & Fresh Salad


We have been trying to eat more fish as of late, which has been really great actually. I cannot take credit for this one. 

Most of my viewers are Columbia, SC natives and if you are aren't I apologize because you are missing out. Ole Timey Meat Market in Lexington, Irmo, and Downtown is AMAZING! I bought these pre-made fresh Crab Stuffed Flounder Fillets for $4.99.

They were so easy to prepare in the oven at 375 degrees for about 35 mins and were perfect! 

The reason behind this post is to make people aware that amazing meals such as this are hiding in your local meat markets and grocery stores. Shop local and see what wonderful dishes wind up on your table!

Not only is Ole Timey amazing but Lane Specialty Gardens as well...

Thanks to a dear friend of mine for letting me know about this opportunity (Amy - I love you)... I picked up this amazing basket of goodies this week. I love the challenge of trying to use the contents within a week. 


Always search your area for deals like these, and share when you find them! Spread the word and shop locally! 

Whole Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Parmesan Cauliflower

Whole Chicken, Roasted Cauliflower and Sweet Potatoes:


I love cooking a nice whole chicken! You can use the Dutch Oven, Roast in the Oven, Crockpot, Smoker, Grill, but we happen to have an oil-less fryer (The Charbroil Big Easy) which is an extremely easy to use, healthy and tasty way to cook all kinds of things. You can order yours here!

I stuck this five pounder in the Big Easy for an hour and 45 minutes and it is utter perfection. 


To prepare the bird, be sure the bird is thawed completely. Rinse thoroughly with cold water. 
Skin an onion and cut small slits in each end to release the flavor, place inside chicken.
Follow onion with a half lemon.

I then coat the bird with lemon juice from the other half of the lemon. 

Rub bird with your favorite spices. I use minced garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, lemon pepper, dried thyme, fresh rosemary, and anything else in my spice cabinet. Let sit in refrigerator for 2 hours or so. Give or take. 

When the time is right to put the bird in the big easy, pat dry and place in Big Easy Cage. 

Cook for 1 hour and 45 minutes or until breast of chicken is 165 degrees. 

When cooking is complete, let rest for 10 minutes and serve. 

Cauliflower is easy..... place pieces of cauliflower on baking sheet. Coat with olive oil, salt, pepper and parmesan cheese. Roast in oven on 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes. 

Cook sweet potatoes the way you like them!

This is a healthy, lean, man approved meal that leaves the family full and happy!

Enjoy!






Monday, April 11, 2016

Senior Session: Cade

 Had a great time shooting this Senior session! Cade is graduating from Chapin High School and attending the University of South Carolina in the Fall!





 Contact me today if you are or know someone who is graduating! 

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Hanging Herb Garden: DIY

Hanging Herb Garden

If you are like me, you have limited space in your kitchen. Luckily, I have this beautiful bay window with great lighting. I love having fresh herbs around the house so what better way to make use of the glorious light. I am a fan of mason jars and love the blue ones so that is what I went with. 

I carefully planted the herbs and let them get happy in the window sill for a few days

I then bought hooks to drill into the wall. Well, when I went to do this I realized the bay window frame is larger than I thought and metal. This might be rookie news to some of you but hey I just found this out. I returned the hardware and opted for some adhesive hooks that hold 3-5 pounds. (cheaper and easier anyway)

I bought some wire and wrapped it around the jars with a little loop for hanging. 

Hung the adhesive hooks, and then the jars and below is the finished product!

I am very happy with the result. The visual aspect in the kitchen is really nice yet still easy to get to, and the whole project was fairly easy!  

Try it yourself! 

Parsley


 Dill
 Basil

 Thyme

Monday, April 4, 2016

Easy, Tasty & Healthy: Vegetarian Quinoa Chili

There is something about freshly grated cheddar cheese and a hot bowl of chili that sets the tone for contentment. This meal is naturally accompanied by a warm piece of Cornbread, at least in my mind.

My dear friend Amy introduced me to cooking in many ways and also this recipe.

She found it on the amazing Pinterest, made it, brought leftovers to work one day and let me have a taste. It was probably some of the best Chili I had ever tasted. Bursting with flavor, veggies and such a warm, comforting delight. Thanks Amy! 

Of course I pinned the recipe, and finally, over a year later made it for my family.

It was just as good as I remember. Amazing! 

I served mine with Honey Cornbread Muffins on the side, and topped the Chili with cheddar cheese, avocado and a spot of plain greek yogurt. 

This is a healthy meal as well, packed with protein and will leave your family with a full warm belly! 

Below is a link to the recipe! 

Enjoy!



Saturday, April 2, 2016

Lifestyle Photography Session: The Whizzes

 The Whisennant Family: Lifestyle Session

This was such a fun, relaxed, intimate session in which the clients brought me into their home while they were enjoying their Saturday morning routine of cooking breakfast and enjoying good ole family fun!

I am thrilled with the results of this concept! The images reflect "the little things in life" and profound love between siblings and family.  Blakely sure did not want to go unnoticed and stole the show! I really enjoyed spending this time with this beautiful family! 

Being a fan of cooking and food, I believe its an important part of life and is the perfect set for family interaction. 

Please book your session with me today and lets get beautiful images of your family in your natural surroundings, making them more personal and dear to your heart! 803-622.2987