Kaitlyn James

Hi, my name is Kaitlyn James, and I am a stay at home Mom, and a food blogger. I have always had a passion for good food. When I gave birth to my first kid, I could no longer skip dinner, or just cook easy meals. This is what inspired me to create EatThinkBeMerry.com. I hope you will get to find your own inspiration for your next meals and have as much fun as we do looking out for you!

Chips and Salsa on a plate

Is Tostitos Salsa Left Out Overnight Safe to Eat?

Whether you like it mild or spicy, salsa is a versatile condiment you can’t go wrong with. It’s the perfect dip for chips and a great flavor enhancer for an otherwise ho-hum dish. Plus, Taco Tuesdays aren’t complete without it! But have you ever had a jar of Tostitos salsa left out overnight and wondered

Melted dark chocolate flow

9 Substitutes for Choco Bake for the Perfect Chocolate Desserts

We’ve all tried making rich and moist brownies with Nestle’s Choco Bake, and the results were simply unmatched. Yet, sadly, this zero-sugar variety of baking chocolate was discontinued in 2014 to the dismay of chocolate-loving bakers in the United States! So, what is a suitable substitute for Choco Bake to use in your chocolate-based desserts?

Guacamole deconstructed

What Does Deconstructed Mean in Cooking?

Whether you’re a beginner chef, you’re looking for new recipes to try out, or have dined out in the past couple of years, you’ve probably heard of deconstructed food. The latest dining trend is unavoidable, but what does deconstructed mean in cooking? Deconstructing food is basically simplifying a dish to its main ingredients, then presenting

Mexican Chorizo

Why Is Chorizo So Greasy?

You’re invited to a Mexican-style potluck and find a bunch of mouth-watering dishes. One of them is a spicy chorizo enchilada. After taking your first bite, you might be thinking, “Wow, this can’t be good for my arteries,” and you’re right. Originating in Catalonia, chorizo is a flavorful sausage stuffed with ground pork meat and

how to remove ice from walk in freezer floor

How to Remove Ice From Walk In Freezer Floor

Walk-in freezers are massive cooling units that undergo regular defrosting cycles to prevent, you guessed it, frost. You might think a bit of ice buildup is no big deal, but it can be a real headache over time if you ignore it. Ice formation on the freezer floor is a safety hazard and forces your