Happy Pony Express Day! Let’s celebrate with a bit of fare from the Wagon Train Trail, shall we? I was first introduced to these spicy, flavor-packed beans at a local Sedona Restaurant years ago and they were excellent, no doubt, but I had to come home and recreate my own version; Of course, incorporating a…
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Crispy Lemon Scented Cream Cheese Bacon Date Poppers, Quick, Easy & Gorgeously Delish!
Sweet, smooth dates stuffed with lemony cream cheese all wrapped up in slightly salty bacon and baked until crispy. SO delish!! Very easy to make for a party of many or even one. 🙂 Best served room temperature, so it’s okay to make a few hours in advance! Servings: 32 Ingredients: 1 pound sliced bacon,…
Creamy Cheesy Bacon & Sausage Breakfast Pouches & Waffle Hash Browns
A satisfying breakfast doesn’t get much quicker and easier. Make ahead and grab one of these cheesy, savory stuffed rolls and be on your way. Mix and match fillings by adding scrambled eggs, leftover hash browns, sautéed red or green peppers or any of your favorites. Gorgeously Delish & Portable! Ingredients 1/4 pound breakfast sausage, cooked…
Pasta alla Carbonara Una Pentola: “One Pot” Revisited
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…
Breakfast Pizza: Greens, Eggs & Ham Traditional & Paleo; 2 in 1 The Switchback Recipe Series
Paleo is the ultimate “go to” way of eating these days. So, I’ve decided to convert as many of my recipes into Paleo versions as possible. However, I will also add the traditional recipes as well for the “non-Paleo crowd. 2 in 1! My promise to you: These Paleo recipes will not be slight of…
Shepard’s Pie…Traditional & Halloween Style
The colorful, quintessential Irish dish! Served up hot anytime of year. Don’t let the length of this recipe fool you—it’s mostly ingredients and don’t let that fool you either because they are already likely in your pantry or freezer! This traditional Irish recipe is complete, with no additional side dishes necessary, packed with flavor, very…
Caramelized Red Onion, Bacon & Cheese Quiche
“Quiche,” we’ve heard real men don’t eat them, cowboys won’t eat them, but I say move over boys and leave yours for me! For those not familiar, quiche (pronounced keesh) is a savory, open-faced pastry crust with a filling of savory custard with cheese, meat, seafood, and or vegetables. Quiche can be served hot or…
It’s Guest Chef Wednesday! Melissa’s Potato Bacon Torte: A Taste of France
This French torte 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!…
Maryland Fried Chicken with Country Pan Gravy—the BEST! 2 Secret Ingredients that Make Flavors Pop!
Down home country fare at it’s finest! This crispy, moist, tender, scrumptious chicken is unbelievably juicy and bursting with country flavors! I’ve tried many fried chicken recipes during my cooking tour, but always gravitate back to this one for “fried with a crust.” There are 2 ingredients in this recipe that make the flavors “pop!”…
Old West Style Cowboy Jack’s Jalapeño Bleu Burgers! Yee Haw!
Jalapeno with a Capital “J” This cheesy, juicy burger combines many flavors of the Old West and packs a little punch–just a little 😉 Spicy, sweet and slightly salty with an extra added kick! Serve with potato salad, Cowboy beans (the recipe will be served up shortly) and a crunchy ear of grilled yellow corn…Tarnation!…
Once Upon a Spice 