Most of us know what marinating is, but what is macerating? It’s a simple, similar process, but the “soak subject” is always fruit. Macerating is the process of soaking fruit in sugar, juice, wine or herbs—and or the combination. Macerating softens and sweetens the fruit and also imparts a flavor of not only sweetness, but…
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Homemade Marshmallows—S’mores and Mores!
Homemade marshmallows? Yes! Are they worth the effort? Absolutely! Plus, they’re really not difficult to make—it’s not rocket science! The spongy, sweet flavor complements a chocolate dip bath, a sandwich of two graham crackers roasted over an open fire accompanied by a chocolate slab neighbor, afloat a steaming mug of cocoa and so on! Here’s…
Grilled Hawaiian Ham & Swiss—Delish!
Buttery, caramelly, slightly salty and sweet! “Great Sandwiches” served up today at Once Upon a Spice! These bites of lusciousness offer the perfect combination of tastes for breakfast, lunch or a light dinner. Turkey ham may be substituted, but Swiss is the only way to go for your choice of cheese. Emmentaler works well too,…
Mexican Easy Cheesy Fiesta Bake–Restaurant Style!
This cheesy and semi-sassy “any time” Mexican dish is sure to become a family favorite! It’s much more cost effective, healthy and delicious that any fast food restaurant I have found. Serve with a side of Spanish rice, maybe a little guacamole and you’re all set! Ingredients 1 1/2 – 2 pounds ground turkey, chicken…
Guest Chef Wednesday! Sliders with Chipotle Mayonnaise
I wanted to devote another day to “flavored mayo” in reference to last week’s post. So today, we offer the wonderful mini burger named “slider.” Compliments of Chef Bobby Flay. While, I believe White Castle created the original slider, Chefs everywhere, ever since, have been frying, grilling and topping their way into mini perfection. These…
Homemade Strawberry Cinnamon “Pop Tarts” or Hand Pies
These tender, flaky pastries are unlike the cardboard style you will find in your grocer’s cereal section. While they resemble those of the “Pop” style, they are full of flavor, buttery and bursting with real fruits. Pick and choose your fillings–even go “nuts” and add a nut butter or even chocolate along with your favorite…
The Twinkies Time Tube: A Cream-Filled, Spongy, Yellow Bite of History
Do you remember your first Twinkie? How old you were and how you felt after taking your first moist, sweet, creamy, lusciously spongy bite? No you’re not pathetic…most everyone on the planet remembers! How could we not? They were simply the best things on earth—at the time. Speaking of which, let’s enter the portal and…
“Pop” The Tart, The Past and The Culture
In 1963, Kellogg was experiencing overwhelming success in the cereal market: Fruit Loops were polishing shelves as a bright, colorful addition to breakfast, along with Mini-Wheats and Apple Jacks. Cereal had (and still does have) its merits: it can stay on shelves without spoiling for months on end. Post, Kellogg’s main competitor, hadn’t struck the…
Homemade Mayo in Minutes—Be gone Calcium Disodium EDTA, You are NOT Our Friend!
Ahhh, our beloved condiment–the preferred sandwich spread and base for dipping sauces worldwide. Let’s rethink things, shall we? Make you own, you say? YES!! Homemade mayo is much easier to prepare than you think! I got creative after deciding not to pay $5 for the dwindling 30 ounce (once 36 ounce) jar of the “Best.” Not…
Tuscan Panzanella—Italian Vegetable & Bread Salad
This fresh, colorful summertime salad offers an incredible and flavorful marriage of tastes–savory, salty, tangy, pungent and sweet. You’ll want to frequent your local Farmer’s market for the freshest ingredients available. Feel free to mix and match vegetables in season for a variety of flavors. This salad is perfect served alone for a quick lunch…
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