On Facebook, my good friend Thad posted a fabulous looking meatball sub casserole recipe a couple of weeks back, so my wheels started to turn and simply had to develop my own. My friend Sarah and I wanted to create a feel good, healthier recipe that was, of course, delicious, but with a much lower…
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Money Money Money Mon-Ay, Chocolate! & The Aztec Hot Chocolate Recipe
As I write today’s entry, the early 70’s song “For the Love of Money” by the O’Jays rings loudly in my head. “Some people got to have it, Some people really need it” but where did it all begin? Chocolate history starts in Latin America, where cacao trees grow wild. The first people to use…
Ultimate Latkes: The Perfect Potato Side Dish
In the early 90’s, I was fortunate enough to live in the Squirrel Hill section of Pittsburgh. There I encountered many wonderful Jewish families and their incredible, authentic beliefs and recipes. One story that still resonates with me today was offered to me by a kind, yet strong elderly woman named Mrs. Weinstein. She claimed…
Thar’s Holes in Them Thar Hills! Why Crackers Have Holes & Sweet & Saltine Toffee Bark Recipe
Thar’s holes in them thar hills! Well, I believe the term originally stated “gold” but I’m on a roll, cracker roll 🙂 Saltines, Wheat Thins, Triscuits, Ritz Crackers, grahams, you name it — there’s hardly a cracker anywhere that doesn’t have a pattern of little holes in it. And no, the 18 holes in a…
Parmesan Ranch Chicken Breasts: Easy & Scrumptious!
There are never enough chicken recipes, Right?! Also, there are many versions of this simple, moist & scrumptious chicken recipe floating around in cyberville and here’s another; mine 🙂 It takes about an hour from prep to table and is always a hit running the gamut of family, friends or guests. Shhhh, don’t tell anyone,…
Guest Chef Healthy & Fabulous Recipes Under 400 Calories Madeline’s Spinach Pie with Feta, Raisins, Mushrooms & Toasted Pine Nuts
When is comes to feeding our mind, body and spirit we all plan to start the New Year out right, but how do we keep it delicious, interesting and fabulous? Yoga is fabulous and interesting for the mind and body.Meditation is food for the soul, but what about food interesting and satisfying to the palate? Wednesdays…
Dutch Baby An Eggsellent Dutch Delight!
This Pennsylvania Dutch cross between custard, pancake and semi-sweet popover is puffy around the outside and flat in the center offering the perfect nest for sliced fresh fruit, jam, preserves, apple butter or a combination. This “baby” is airy, light and makes a beautiful presentation with a little added whipped cram. The batter can be…
Crispy Lemon Scented Cream Cheese Bacon Date Poppers, Quick, Easy & Gorgeously Delish!
Sweet, smooth dates stuffed with lemony cream cheese all wrapped up in slightly salty bacon and baked until crispy. SO delish!! Very easy to make for a party of many or even one. 🙂 Best served room temperature, so it’s okay to make a few hours in advance! Servings: 32 Ingredients: 1 pound sliced bacon,…
Creamy Cheesy Bacon & Sausage Breakfast Pouches & Waffle Hash Browns
A satisfying breakfast doesn’t get much quicker and easier. Make ahead and grab one of these cheesy, savory stuffed rolls and be on your way. Mix and match fillings by adding scrambled eggs, leftover hash browns, sautéed red or green peppers or any of your favorites. Gorgeously Delish & Portable! Ingredients 1/4 pound breakfast sausage, cooked…
Beginnings: Mini Caprese Bites- Margarita Shrimp Cocktail Shots & Baby Chicken & Waffles
Here we have fun, striking and super quick mini accompaniments to your Leftovers Party, cocktail gathering or simply an impromptu get-together. These impressive little ditties go together in a flash, taste AMAZING and aren’t they just simply adorable?! Ingredients: 1 pt. grape tomatoes, halved 10 to 14 fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, cut into thirds…
Once Upon a Spice 