Because some days I eat vegan buddha healing bowls and other days I eat whiskey bbq glazed blue cheese bison burgers with bacon. It’s what I like to call balance. Also, I’m from Texas. ^(BTdubs, check out that alliteration.) These bison burgers will have you feeling go-oood. Like finding that stray onion ring in… via Whiskey…
Category: Bacon
Pasta Alla Carbonara Una Pentola One Pot!
We all know what pasta embodies, but have you ever wondered what “carbonara” means? Carbonaro means charcoal in Italian, but to this day, the connection to this savory, flavorsome dish remains uncertain. Some food historians believe this pasta may have been popular among charcoal makers working in the Apennine Mountains; or perhaps it is…
French Avocado Egg Salad
Haas Avocados Offer the Fullest Buttery Flavor This humble sandwich spread or salad is delicatessen worthy, hands down. The simple pairing of the two main, basic, but essential ingredients provide a sandwich shoppe classic made in heaven. The soft buttery texture and flavor of avocados blends perfectly with the creaminess of the eggs and mayo. The…
A Simple French Classic: Coq au Vin
Coq au Vin simply means; chicken with wine. The delectable delicate flavors of this classic French dish kisses your palate with essences of fresh herbs and subtle wine. Coq au Vin is really quite easy to put together, so there’s no need for any intimidation factors. I used Pinot noir in this recipe for the…
Guest Chef Wednesday! Melissa’s Potato Bacon Pie: Tourte Auax Pommes de Terre: A Taste of France
This French tourte is a slice of heaven! Packed with potatoes, bacon (jambon) and cream—how could it not? Refrigerated pie dough may be used when you’re in a pinch, but this Pate Brisee style crust is well worth the extra time and little effort. Experience a little taste of France with each and every bite!…
Pony Express Cowboy Beans: A Taste of the American West
: Pony Express Day, held on various days in April, commemorates those courageous men who risked hide & hair to ensure the delivery of our US mail. Back in the days of the Wild West there were no fast mail delivery services like there are today; no cars, no planes and ships would most likely…
Wednesday’s Guest Chefs, Recipes, Follower’s Critiques and Photos! Today, Pasta Carbonara Una Pentola
Wednesday’s blogs have been dedicated to Guest Chefs and their recipes and also pictures and comments of Once Upon a Spice’s recipes prepared by our friends, family & followers! If you are interested in becoming a Guest Chef, would like me to share your blog, or have photos and comments about our recipes please contact…
Italian Bacon & Egg Pasta with Tomatoes & Kale
Una Pentola (One-Pot) Bacon & Egg Pasta with Tomatoes & Kale Another perfect, simple, quick, easy and flavorful example of “Northern Italian Peasant” food at it’s finest! This recipe was inspired by my Mama Carmela’s love of fresh field greens. At the first sight of mustard greens, she would gather her tools and the hunt…
A Good Luck New Year Appetizer: Crispy Lemon Scented Cream Cheese Bacon Date Poppers
As for ringing in the New Year with good luck foods, these amazingly delectable petite poppers have you at least partially covered. Check list: bacon (the pig routing forward) dates (a symbol of money) lemon (fruit for abundance). Not to mention these sweet, smooth dates stuffed with lemony cream cheese all wrapped up in semi-salty bacon and…
Crispy Cheesy Pepper Bacon Bites; An Irresistible Thanksgiving Tapas Treat!
These flavorful little gems are easy to put together well in advance so you have extra time primping for your get-together. They go directly from the freezer to the oven and if you’re lucky enough (they’re irresistible and guests love to snatch them up), right to your entertaining table. They combine three of the most…
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