National food holidays coming this April

April 30 is National Shrimp Scampi Day.  Check back here for a great recipe to celebrate that day!
April 30 is National Shrimp Scampi Day. Check back here for a great recipe to celebrate that day!
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Who knew, but April is apparently the month to end all months when it comes to food holidays.  With a different holiday for each day this month, there is no end to the culinary celebration!  Here are a few of my favorite holidays that fit within the budget-friendly category:


April 12: Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day


Served with a steaming bowl of my taco soup, and you've got a great budget-friendly meal to fill your stomach!  Or, get creative and use the last of your leftover ham to make a grilled ham and cheese.  Mmmm!  For the best local grilled cheese, head over to Coney Island Cafe.


April 19: Garlic Day


Garlic is an ingredient that can be used anywhere, in any manner!  Delicious, fragrant and versatile, why not celebrate Garlic Day.  Pick up locally grown garlic at the next Pine Belt Farmers and Artisans Market downtown at Town Square Park on April 15.  Held every Thursday afternoon, this is a great source for locally grown produce and products. 


April 30: National Shrimp Scampi Day


Don't head to Red Lobster, instead head straight to this site and find a delicious recipe for Shrimp Scampi that should be up soon.  You'll never go back after you make this simple and delicious recipe.  For those avoiding shellfish, substitute cubed chicken and you're good to go! 


This month, enjoy the celebration and be sure to commemorate your favorite food day of the month.  For more days, click here.


Enjoy!

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, Hattiesburg Budget Meals Examiner

Emily Murphy has been a Hattiesburg resident since her college days, when she first started cooking on a limited budget. Since then, she has learned to make the most of her pennies each month and still provide her family, and sometimes her friends, with a delicious and healthy meal. Finding...

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  • Winona Cooking Examiner 3 years ago

    April is a big month for all types of menu ideas. Thanks for sharing.

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