Welcome to Meat + Three!

Welcome to Meat + Three! One thing has been consistent in my life – eating at the dinner table. It’s a tradition that I watched begin to fade when I was growing up in the 80’s and 90’s. People began replacing conversation and family time for TV screens. Today, we can add cellphones and tablets to that list. I’m on a mission to bring change back to our lives by bringing America back to the dinner table — one dish at a time!

Hey y’all! I’m Shelly – the actual mama behind the ‘Meat + Three‘. I’m a no-fuss and no-frills Southern mama who loves her family like something fierce. This blog is my place to share recipes that my own family enjoys, good books to read, and a look at what it’s like to live where every drop of Jack Daniel Whiskey is made. Click here to learn more about me and my mission of bringing back good ol’ conversation at the dinner table!


In addition to tasty recipes, you’ll discover a little of everything here related to family life here on Meat + Three. I love to share our southern lifestyle, home life, giveaways, and much more. Your input is always appreciated for developing articles that you want to read. Please feel free to contact me with any suggestions!


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