Columbia County Magazine

Kristy Johnson

Beach Guide

Georgia-South Carolina Beaches

Whether you’re looking for a day at the beach or a weeklong retreat, all kinds of summer fun are only a short drive away.  Head

Beach Guide

10 Under $10 (or FREE!)

Call a Search PartyCollect pristine shells and shark’s teeth at Edisto State Park. The beach has the best shelling on public property in the region.

Beach Guide

Beach Basics

Don’t… Wear a SpeedoEwww. Goes without saying.  Look at Your WatchIn fact, don’t wear one at all.  Order Philly CheesesteakCoast…seafood — get it, y’all?  Crank

Soups

Sweet Potato Soup with Thyme

1 tablespoon olive oil 3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 carrots, peeled and quartered 2 onions, peeled and quartered 3 cloves garlic, minced

Appetizers and Snacks

Deviled Eggs with Pimento Cheese

6 large hard-boiled eggs 12 tablespoons pimento cheese spread 3/4 teaspoon sugar 3/4 teaspoon pepper 3/4 teaspoon salt Mayonnaise, to taste  Cut eggs in half

Side Dishes

Diced Potatoes au Gratin

5 pounds potatoes, peeled, cubed and cooked 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk 12 ounces shredded cheddar cheese or Velveeta (cubed) 1/4 cup butter, cubed

Soups

Shrimp Bisque

3/4 pound medium shrimp, shelled and deveined (reserve shells) 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup dry sherry 5 cups water 1 bay leaf 1 carrot,

Entrees

Seafood Quiche

2 unbaked pie shells 1 (6 ounce) package frozen king crab meat, thawed and drained 1 1/2 cups cooked shrimp, chopped 8 ounces Swiss cheese, shredded 1/2 cup celery, finely diced 1/2 cup green onion, thinly sliced,

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