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Since I’m from the South, sweet tea is like water to me. I love sweet tea. I brew a pitcher almost daily and I use real sugar. No artificial sweetener for me!Imagine how excited I was to see that Great Value now has Sweet Iced Tea in a gallon jug. To be honest, most bottled tea is not yummy to me, but I was willing to give this a chance

I decided to do a comparison. I bought the Great Value Sweet Iced Tea and compared it to another brand I like called Sweet Leaf. I have to say that it was very good. I enjoyed both teas just as much. They tasted a bit different from each other, but both tasted freshly brewed… a big plus!

In my opinion, fresh brewed is always best, but I love the option of picking up a jug of sweet tea at Wal-Mart on my way to a picnic or the beach.

Another store brand I recently found is Great Value Ripple Cut Potato Chips. We love them and actually prefer them over the store brand. Don’t you love it when your preferred brand is cheaper? Score!

I am loving trying all of the new store brands popping up on the shelves. Aren’t you? Have you found a favorite?

Shannon
Potamus Prefers
http://www.potamusprefers.com/

My post about family get togethers made me think about one of my favorite take along recipes. This time of year brings lots of family gatherings and holiday parties. Many times I am asked to bring my favorite side dish.

My favorite side dish is called Cheesy Potatoes. I was given the original recipe years ago by a friend, but I sometimes make it my own by adding in ingredients like finely chopped prosciutto or crumbled bacon. As with any recipe, I suggest experimenting with it to make it to your family’s taste.

Cheesy Potatoes

(This is super easy and a HUGE hit for any potluck, family reunion or other event you have to go to)
 
2 pounds frozen tater tots, thaw and break apart (Use your hands, it’s easier!)
1/2 cup melted butter (1 stick)
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 pint of sour cream
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
About 4 finely chopped green onion (
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
 
Mix the butter, soup, sour cream, onion, salt and pepper together with the smashed tater tots. Then mix in cheese and press into a GREASED 9×13 pan or a 3 quart casserole. Cover and bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes or until bubbly and starts to slightly brown.

Every time I make this I have several people ask me for the recipe. Do you have a favorite recipe that is your “go to” for family reunions or other potluck events?

Shannon
Potamus Prefers
http://www.potamusprefers.com/