Happy National Cherry Cheesecake Day! This is a lusciously light and delicious no-bake cheesecake made with real cream, cream cheese, and cherry pie filling. Very quick and easy to make and the cinnamon and lemon zest additions are a fine touch! Super for picnics, get-togethers and evenings at home when dessert preparation times are of…
Tag: easy
Crock Pot Meatball Stroganoff— Only 7 Ingredients!
This is probably one of the easiest dishes that I have offered thus far at Once Upon a Spice, but it will not be ignored! I found this recipe searching the net for Crock Pot recipes and revised it a bit for you. I also went against my normal ingredient and used canned, but organic…
Incredibly Simple Eggs Benedict with Easy Blender Hollandaise
On this National Eggs Benedict day I offer you a simple Eggs Benedict recipe for beginner’s. You will find yourself using it as you advance to any cooking level…promise! This version of the highly adored (well, I adore it) classic Eggs Benedict recipe is virtually ready in minutes without all of the once feared preparation….
Baked Amish Apple Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal
Baked oatmeal is a traditional, comforting Amish breakfast casserole served warm or at room temperature with copious amounts of cream or milk. Unlike regular oatmeal; made on the stove-top or microwave which has a porridge-like consistency, baked oatmeal is made in the oven and in many ways is similar to bread pudding. There are never-ending…
Your Last Minute July 4th Appetizer: Stuffed Italian Salad Shells
Where’s the marinara?! Where’s the ricotta?! Not in these delectably gorgeous stuffed pasta shells with a twist! Yes, time to think outside the box…pasta box and incorporate “chopped” salad that is. 🙂 I’ve found these crunchy delectables transport well, so they’re great appetizers for parties, picnics and gatherings. What I noticed most was how quickly…
Southwestern Chicken & Cheddar- Pepper Jack Queso Dip
What better to offer on this National Chip & Dip Day than this ooey gooey, Southwestern cheddar-pepper jack queso dip? The lusciousness is made heartier with the addition of chopped cooked chicken. The chopped chipotle peppers, jalapeños, and chili powder add some heat and intense flavors. Prepare a day ahead, cover and chill in an airtight container;…
The Perfect French Bread, Baguette & Roll Recipe
A crisp, crunchy crust and slightly chewy crumb make this bread as traditional as the breads served in France. Perfect for molding and shaping into any size rolls or single loaves. This delectable bread is wonderful slathered with butter and jam, toasted, the base for sandwiches, French toast, an accompaniment to soups and stews, garlic…
JB’s Creamy Sautéed Spinach, Mushrooms & Caramelized Onions
This is an extremely scrumptious recipe introduced to me by my friend Jana. Our test kitchen (Me 🙂 ) found it to be very versatile; great mixed with pasta, served alone as a side dish with grilled or baked meat or fish or the filling for panini…really fantastic! Thanks for the delicious introductions & your…
Guest Chef Jana’s Savory Golden Beef Hand Pies
This is a very versatile hand pie recipe; mix and match, so to speak. Unite different veggies, use chicken instead of beef, mix up herbs and seasonings to taste—you’re call! However, this is Jana’s version and the flavors, status quo, are phenomenal! Ingredients: 1 or 2 lbs ground beef 3 scallions, sliced thin 2 carrots,…
Rosemary Sweet & White Potato Galette
Galette is a term used in French cuisine to designate various types of flat round or freeform crusty cakes; sweet or savory. This flavor-packed, golden orb is a wonderful replacement for ordinary hash browns or when you want to make a broader dinnertime statement. Beautiful and herby; inside and out. Ingredients 2 large Yukon gold…
