Sunshine By Us

01/21/2026

This is one of my favorite go to's for a snack, breakfast, 2nd Breakfast, Lunch, 2nd Lunch, Dinner, 2nd Dinner and Midnight Snack!

January feels approximately 74 days long.

Good news: that’s plenty of time for more Boiled Peanuts.

01/19/2026

This is the perfect reason why some people should never be allowed to breed. We just propagate the world with "Karen's". Help stomp out "Karen's" - they have no real function in society and should be sent to the "Karen" farm outside of Pueblo.

01/18/2026

Drago's Seafood Restaurant in Baton Rouge, Metairie with a total of 6 locations is widely regarded as a premier destination for traditional Louisiana seafood, particularly famous for its signature charbroiled oysters. Located in the Perkins Rowe development, the restaurant offers a casual but vibrant atmosphere suitable for families, business lunches, and large groups.

Signature Dishes

The menu centers on South Louisiana staples, with many diners visiting specifically for the oyster bar.

Drago's Original Charbroiled Oysters: The restaurant's "star of the show," these are grilled over an open flame with butter, garlic, and herbs.

Seafood Pasta: A popular entree often served with shrimp and crabmeat over angel hair pasta.

Maine Lobster: Notably offered as a stuffed lobster or as part of a "Twin Trio" featuring filet mignon.

Boudin Balls & Gator Tacos: High-quality appetizers that reflect local Cajun and Creole flavors.

Drago's Seafood Restaurant in Baton Rouge, Metairie with a total of 6 locations is widely regarded as a premier destination for traditional Louisiana seafood, p

01/18/2026

Texas hospitals face over $1 billion in costs linked to illegal immigrants in the first year of tracking, with 313,742 visits recorded under Gov. Greg Abbott's order.

The data, compiled by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and obtained by Texas Scorecard, shows hospitals logged 313,742 visits linked to individuals not legally present, with total costs reaching $1.05 billion by the end of the fiscal year.

Texas’ fiscal year runs from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31, but hospitals were only required to begin reporting in November. Based on the reported data, costs averaged about $105 million per month, meaning the true annual total could be significantly higher.

To put the figures into perspective, the reported hospital costs approach about 1% of the state’s tax-funded resources.

The figures were collected under an executive order signed by Gov. Greg Abbott in August 2024 that mandated the agency track the number of "individuals not lawfully present" in the U.S.

Texas hospitals face over $1 billion in costs linked to illegal immigrants in the first year of tracking, with 313,742 visits recorded under Gov. Greg Abbott's

01/18/2026

Progresso Soup Drops are back with chicken noodle, tomato basil and beef pot roast hard candies. Limited-edition variety cans drop on Thursdays in January for $2.97.

Progresso is reviving its viral "soup you can suck on" candies after last year’s release sold out within minutes.

The brand’s Soup Drops — hard candy inspired by classic Progresso soups — are returning for a second year with the debut of the Progresso Soup Drops Variety Can. The new variety pack features three of Progresso’s most well-known flavors, according to an announcement Thursday from General Mills.

"After selling out in just minutes last January, the soup you can suck on now debuts the first-ever Progresso Soup Drops Variety Can, featuring three of Progresso’s most iconic soup flavors," the announcement states.

Source: Progresso brings back viral 'soup you can suck on' candies after complete sellout last year

Progresso Soup Drops are back with chicken noodle, tomato basil and beef pot roast hard candies. Limited-edition variety cans drop on Thursdays in January for $

01/18/2026

Socrates lived in an age when philosophy was as natural as breathing, when conversation was a form of worship, and when food served as both sustenance and symbol. He wandered the streets of Athens barefoot, asking questions that stirred the minds of men and angered those in power. His life was marked by simplicity. He owned little, desired little, and ate what was necessary to keep the body in service of the soul. To eat like Socrates is to taste moderation itself, to rediscover a time when wisdom mattered more than wealth, and when sharing bread and olives meant sharing truth.
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Socrates lived in an age when philosophy was as natural as breathing, when conversation was a form of worship, and when food served as both sustenance and symbo

01/18/2026

That look says it all. Time to restock the Peanut Patch Boiled Peanuts!

01/16/2026

Yes more please!

Our beige flag is that we will choose Boiled Peanuts over literally any other snack. Or really anything actually.

Zero regrets too.

01/16/2026

Servings: 12

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE CREAM SAUCE:

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 (8-ounce) bottle clam juice
3 cups whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

FOR THE LASAGNA:

1 pound dried lasagna noodles
Olive oil
1/2 bunch fresh parsley
1/2 medium lemon
4 cloves garlic
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup dry white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc
1 pound tiny raw, peeled, and cleaned shrimp (70 to 90 per pound)
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more for the pasta
3 cups part-skim ricotta cheese
1 1/2 ounces Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about 3/4 cup or scant 1/2 cup store-bought grated)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more as needed
8 ounces lump crab meat
8 ounces cooked and chopped lobster meat
1 pound low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 4 cups)
Cooking spray

STEPS

1) Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat the oven to 350°F.

Servings: 12 INGREDIENTS FOR THE CREAM SAUCE: 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 (8-ounce) bottle clam juice 3 cups whole mil

01/16/2026

Minnesota federal prosecutor Joseph Thompson and four others gave notice of their resignations after disagreements about the ICE-involved shooting.

Several federal prosecutors in Minnesota were formally fired on Wednesday after they gave notice that they had resigned in the wake of internal disagreements over the Justice Department’s handling of a shooting investigation involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

The DOJ, at the direction of Attorney General Pam Bondi and Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, terminated the employment of five prosecutors in the U.S. attorney's office in Minnesota, including Joseph Thompson, the No. 2 official there, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

Their resignations and the internal disputes about the shooting probe first surfaced in the New York Times. The prosecutors were positioned to receive paid leave for months prior to their firings on Wednesday, according to the sources.

Minnesota federal prosecutor Joseph Thompson and four others gave notice of their resignations after disagreements about the ICE-involved shooting. Several f

01/16/2026

Who said you couldn't put a salad on a sandwich? Flavor this creamy cucumber filling with your favorite fresh herbs, tangy feta cheese and lemon. Salting the cucumber then patting it dry removes some of the moisture, so the filling doesn't make the bread too soggy. If you like crispy bread, toast it first for extra crunch. This easy, healthy cucumber salad sandwich takes just 15 minutes to make. Cucumbers and whole-grain bread contribute to fiber intake, supporting digestive health. Herbs like dill and mint offer a refreshing flavor boost.

Who said you couldn't put a salad on a sandwich? Flavor this creamy cucumber filling with your favorite fresh herbs, tangy feta cheese and lemon. Salting the cu

01/16/2026

https://kaleforniakravings.com/salsa-shrimp-salad-with-avocado/

Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad! Aka where pico de gallo meets Mexican shrimp cocktail meets shrimp ceviche all wrapped into one…and holy moly is it delicious! It’s an incredibly easy salad recipe using the freshest of ingredients and only takes 10 minutes to make! Fresh cucumbers and tomatoes, jalapeno, cilantro, lots of lime and avocado – it’s got it all! The type salsa you use will definitely make or break this dish! I highly reccommend using a salsa you already LOVE and would suggest keeping it tomato based to pair with the rest of your flavors. (That being said, if you’re feeling a little adventurous I’d imagine that a mango salsa would be AMAZING in this salad!) Keep in mind the spice level of your salsa too! If you love spicy food, I’d recommend using a medium or hot salsa. If spice isn’t your thing – mild salsa is the way to go! (My personal favorite salsa for this salad is Rojo’s Restaurant Style Salsa.
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https://kaleforniakravings.com/salsa-shrimp-salad-with-avocado/ Avocado Salsa Shrimp Salad! Aka where pico de gallo meets Mexican shrimp cocktail meets shrim