If you have ever read, or seen the film of Dylan Thomas’ A Child’s Christmas in Wales you have an idea of my early version of Christmas. Growing up forty miles from him, and thirty three years after him, things were not too dissimilar. The coal fire, glowing red and encouraged by my father for…
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The BEST! Soft on the Inside, Crunchy on the Outside, Easy, Fast & Foolproof, Pizzaria Style 30 Minute Pizza Dough
Super Quick Pizza Dough Pizzaria quality results in about 30 minutes! This is a super base for Quick, Fast, Easy and Delicious pizza, stuffed breads, calzones and stromboli. So easy to put together and offers a semi-chewy crumb; crisp on the outside soft, flavorful and moist on the inside. Bellissima! Ingredients: 1 cup lukewarm water 2 teaspoons…
“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…
Pacific Northwest Glazed Smoked Salmon: The 30 Minute Marvel
Get to know your food: Did you know that salmon is considered anadromous: born in fresh water, migrate to the ocean, and then return to fresh water to reproduce? They maintain one color when living in fresh water, then change color when they are in salt water. Good to know and makes me tired just…
Creamy Cheesy Bacon & Sausage Breakfast Parcels & Waffle Hash Browns
“Portable Packets of Edible Pleasure”
Simple Barbecue Ranch Chicken: 3 Ways 3 Ingredients
Simple Easy Quick & Amazing!
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…
A Green Leftover Idea For Black Friday! Oaxacan Turkey Enchiladas Verde with Panela & Queso Blanco
I realize the last thing you may want to do is cook today, but you must put those luscious turkey leftovers to good use! Try a little Mexican! These cheesy, slightly spicy enchiladas will not only use up the extras, but reheat well the next day as well. Ingredients: 3 cups cubed cooked turkey 1…
Sausage Stuffing Italia–My Go To Thanksgiving Recipe
Simple & Gorgeously Delish Holiday Stuffing
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…
Once Upon a Spice 