The undeniable simplicity of this salad is astounding! The crunchy astringent taste of the cucumbers, the sweet crisp edge of the carrots, cashews and red peppers, the pungent, licorice notes of the cilantro and basil and the spicy, salty, sweet and sourness of the lime, soy and vinegar and chili produces a memorable flavor explosion…
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Thai Chicken Satay: Classic, Simple & Easy
Today we begin our week into the exploration of Thai Cuisine. Thai fare simply bursts with flavors; sweet, sour, salty, astringent and spicy; which according to Ayurveda are vital components to completely satisfy our senses including the palate. Today, we start with a classic appetizer; satay. This recipe uses chicken, but feel free to substitute…
Spicy Sweet & Salty Snack Pretzel Mix
In my opinion, spicy, sweet and salty are a trio of sheer delight to the palate; completely and utterly satisfying! Very easy to put together! Make this your anytime snack, for travel, tailgating, party appetizer or lazy evenings at home with Netflix. Everyone always asks for the recipe and they beg you as well. Feel…
Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes: Cupcakes
I love this recipe not only because I love pineapple upside down cake, but because they provide one individual serving. The perfect anytime treat without tainting the entire gorgeous cake. This is also a time to play with your food. This recipe is for a muffin-like cupcake and are amazing. However, I like to pretty…
The Best Ever No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake
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…
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….
Cowboy Beans: Olde West Pony Express Style
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…
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…
Monte Cristo: Not Your Ordinary French Sandwich
What to do with all of those Easter leftovers? My suggestion are sandwiches, but let’s make this one memorably delicious. Monte Cristo? Yes! Let’s turn French toast into a sandwich to remember, shall we? People have strong opinions about the Monte Cristo sandwich, a doubledecker of Swiss cheese, ham, and chicken or turkey, battered, fried,…
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…
Once Upon a Spice 