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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…
Guest Chef Wednesday! Rachel’s Traditional Maine Pumpkin Bread
This is Rachel’s classic moist pumpkin bread embellished with the traditional spices of the season: cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and cloves. It improves with age, so plan to make it a day ahead if possible. Top with softened cream cheese spiked with maple syrup and orange zest! Heaven! Ingredients: 1 (15 z) can pumpkin puree 4…
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…
Halloween Trick or Treat Decorate & Eat! Creepy Containers Featuring Spookamole!
Spookamole Guacamole Ingredients 4 large ripe Haas avocados 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 lemon) 7 dashes hot pepper sauce ½ teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 cup small-diced red onion (1 small onion) 2 large garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 medium tomato, seeded, and small-diced Directions…
Trick or Treat Decorate & Eat! “Finger Foods!
Here are a few more ghoulish Halloween delights. I must admit, finding treats that were appetizing and somewhat appealing was a feat! So I chose fingers 😉
Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Cinnamon Scented Maple Syrup: Shades of Autumn on a Plate
“Tis the season for everything pumpkin! This time of year we find it in everything from pies to soufflés. The blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and allspice give these delectable pumpkin pancakes the perfect kiss of sweetness. The cinnamon infused maple syrup complements leaps with its warm, buttery, cinnamony goodness. In my opinion, the ideal…
5 Spice Chicken, Vegetable & Egg Cauliflower Fried Rice
I’ve converted this simple chicken & vegetable egg fried rice to include all vegetables. Yes, no starch here! The new craze is cauliflower; an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, pantothenic acid, and vitamin B6, choline, dietary fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, manganese, phosphorus, and biotin. Additionally, it is a good source of vitamin…
Guest Chef Wednesday! Peg’s Amish White Bread: Uncomplicated, Multipurpose and Delicious!
If you’ve ever been to Amish country, you will never forget the green rolling hills offered by the vast emerald landscaping there. One of my treats while growing up was a trip to the quaint little villages in Ohio inhabited mostly by the Amish. Even then, I was humbled by their hard work, simple ways…
Maple Almond Banana Coffee Cake: Natural, Gluten Free & Paleo Friendly
Over the last couple of years, I’ve had many requests for gluten free and Paleo friendly recipes. So, I’ve been testing my heart out to bring you simple, delicious and pure recipes that fit the criteria. I was a little apprehensive going into this venture; with all of my ingrained baking techniques so deeply embedded…
Once Upon a Spice 