Cinnamon in a savory dish? Yes, absolutely! The marriage of flavors in this delectable dish compliment each other in deliciously unimaginable ways. I was taught this simple and scrumptious dish by my eldest sister whose recipe was passed down by her Lebanese mother in law. It soon became a household favorite, even in our Italian household,…
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Copy That! Taco Bell’s Pizza! Famous Copy Cat Clone Recipes Simply Delicioso!
This is friend and fellow Ouasie’s Copy Cat recipe for the Bell’s Taco Pizza. Chris is recently single and had to quickly rethink “dinners” He’s no stranger to the kitchen, but his motto is “I want it fast, I want it somewhat good for me and I want it delicious!” Well, here you have it!…
Walk Like An “Egyptian” Falafel with Lemon Yogurt Tahini
For those not yet aware, “Falafel” is a common dish eaten throughout the Middle East and are Egyptian in origin. They are delectable little deep-fried balls or patties made from ground chickpeas, fava beans, or both. Falafel is usually served in a pita, which acts as a pocket, or wrapped in a flatbread known as…
I Want One! 2014’s Top Rated Kitchen Gadgets #5 UberChef’s Dual Julienne & Vegetable Peeler. Top Notch!
So, I got tired of gouging my fingers along with my veggies while peeling and commenced the search for a premium more ergonomic friendly gadget. I happened upon this ingenious device that seems to be holding up much longer than the norm as well. PLUS, it juliennes like a charm—such pretty, impressive garnishes this doodad…
Want to Visit Italia? Try the Terrific Tastes of Tuscan Tortelloni Salad, Fantastico!
For those not aware, Tortelloni are stuffed pasta, the same shape as tortellini, but a bit larger. They are usually stuffed with various types of aged cheeses and or ricotta and leafy vegetables. Their larger shape allows for more interesting and bigger ingredients. Don’t be shy, this stunning display is much easier to prepare than…
Guest Chef Wednesday! Jana’s Smothered Chicken Breasts with Creamed Spinach & Sautéed Mushrooms
This delightful dish, offered by talented cook and guest Chef JB Young, will become a household favorite—promise! It contains many components of sheer deliciousness; Astringent spinach and mushrooms, creamy gooey cheeses and the mild flavor of white wine. Serve with a side of rice or pasta, grilled corn and a fresh summer fruit salad for…
French Avocado Egg Salad–Simple Heavenly Spread Between Bread
This humble sandwich is delicatessen worthy, hands down. The simple pairing of the two basic main, but essential ingredients is a sandwich shoppe match made in heaven. The soft buttery texture and flavor of avocados blends perfectly with the creaminess of the eggs and mayo. The remainder of the ingredients compliment, simply. This undemanding spread…
Love Corn? I Want One! 2014’s Favorite Kitchen Gadgets #2 Oxo’s Corn Stripper–Genius?
“Knee high by the fourth of July” are my first thoughts when I think of corn’s sweet crunchy and crispy goodness. It is now growing season across the Corn Belt of the United States and with the right mixture of sunshine and rain their majestic, giant stalks, with ears ripe for picking, will be ready…
I Want One!! Genius or Flop? 2014 Top 10 Kitchen Gadgets #1
I’ve recently done some homework about 2014’s most requested and highest- rated kitchen gadgets and some are genius while others pale in comparison; much like the ones offered by old kitchen gadget guru Ronco’s Ron Popeil—remember his revelations? Over the next few weeks, in between recipes, I will be unveiling some of not only my…
Kiwi Lemon Pineapple Fizz Featuring Strawberry Ice Cubes
This cool, refreshing summertime drink gets better and better as the ice cubes melt and impart more of their strawberry goodness. This is non-alcoholic, but you can add your favorite spirits to give an extra kick. I rubbed lemon juice along the rim and dipped in sparkling sugar to make it sparkly and to add a…
Once Upon a Spice 