There is a debate this year as to when National Pancake week really is or was. I thought I had researched the topic well and the well rounded, fluffy event was to occur February 22-28th of 2016. While feeling a little flat, but not deflated, I remain my sugary self and am not ashamed to admit…
Category: Main Course
Helena’s Hungarian Chicken Paprikash One Pot!
A tender scrumptious, classic, ethnic chicken dish braised in a creamy spice-filled sauce including the traditional Hungarian ingredient – paprika – along with other spices and sour cream. This is an old family recipe for Chicken Paprikash handed down to me from a wonderful Hungarian neighbor who took pride in her family recipes. Extremely luscious,…
The Best Bold Rich & Thick Game Day Chili: Think Burgers, Fries, Hot Dogs or Straight Up!
Game Day Chili! Thick, bold, rich and rubescent; filled with deep flavors that hold their own paired with your favorite hot dogs, fries, burgers or straight up. Plan a chili bar and include a multitude of tantalizing toppings: sour cream, shredded cheeses, guacamole, corn chips, various crackers, chopped red onion–the sky’s limit! Feel free to make…
Guest Chef Sarah’s Healthier Game Day Meatball Sub Bake
Last year on Facebook, my good friend Thad posted a fabulous looking meatball sub casserole recipe before the big game, so my wheels started to turn and I simply had to develop my own. My friend Sarah and I wanted to create a feel good, healthier recipe that was, of course, delicious, but with…
Baked Parmesan Ranch Chicken; Simple-y Scrumptious!
There are never enough chicken recipes, Right?! Also, there are many versions of this simple, moist & scrumptious chicken recipe floating around in cyberville and here’s another; mine 🙂 It takes about an hour from prep to table and is always a hit running the gamut of family, friends or guests. Shhhh, don’t tell anyone,…
7 Prosperous Good Luck Foods for the New Year
“Out with the old in with the new.” This age old wish rings true in most every home on New Year’s Eve and Day. Why not welcome in the year proper with the addition of your favorite foods to ensure good fortune? Here are the wondrous 7 to help lead the way. Fish Fish are…
“Healthier” Garlic Herb Turkey Salisbury Steak with Pepper Portobello Gravy
Comfort food with a capital C! Yet, a much healthier, quick and easy version made with lean ground turkey; filled with all of the same goodness of Mom’s version, but with fresh herbs, sliced portabellas and a kiss of spice. Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/3 cup onion, finely…
Hungry Yet? If So Try Tantalizing Tuscan Turkey Tetrazzini
Here’s one more luscious recipe for your Thanksgiving leftover turkey. We smoked a 17 pounder (there’s only 2 of us) and had abundance so I could not omit one of my favorite turkey recipes. This formula is versatile and tuna can be substituted for other times of the year. It’s creamy, slightly cheesy and true…
Croque Madame; The French Grilled Cheese
In France, Croque Madame is a toasted ham and cheese sandwich with the addition of a simple white cream sauce and fried egg. The Croque Monsieur is the same, but without the egg. This creamy, cheesy, slightly salty, flavorful French delight originated in French cafés and bars as a quick snack or lunch. Typically, Emmental…
Pasta alla Carbonara Una Pentola “One Pot” Version & a little history
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 called…
Once Upon a Spice 