This amazing, immune boosting soup offers bona fide, bold, and delicious Thai flavors that make it totally irresistible! This is the best Thai coconut soup I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing. It’s simple to put together and takes mere minutes to prepare. Toss in a few de-veined shrimp the last 2 minutes if you wish….
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Thai Cashew Salad
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…
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…
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…
English Creamed Garden Peas with Red & Purple Potatoes
New red and purple potatoes and peas are treated to a warm, delectable, creamy sauce for this extraordinary, colorful side dish which makes a stunning statement on any table; holiday or everyday. Perfect alongside Easter roasts or ham. Amazingly delicious! Ingredients 2 pounds small red and purple potatoes, quartered 3 cups fresh or frozen peas…
5 Cheese Au Gratin Potatoes: The Ultimate Easter Side Dish
Many cultures celebrate Easter in varying ways and the fare served on this Holy day parallel the traditions. However, in most American households baked ham is most always a culinary focal point accompanied by a cascade of steamy, creamy potatoes. This recipe is much like the conventional scalloped, but with the addition of 5 cheeses…
Southwestern Chicken & Cheddar- Pepper Jack Queso Dip
What better to offer on this National Chip & Dip Day than this ooey gooey, Southwestern cheddar-pepper jack queso dip? The lusciousness is made heartier with the addition of chopped cooked chicken. The chopped chipotle peppers, jalapeños, and chili powder add some heat and intense flavors. Prepare a day ahead, cover and chill in an airtight container;…
The Perfect French Bread, Baguette & Roll Recipe
A crisp, crunchy crust and slightly chewy crumb make this bread as traditional as the breads served in France. Perfect for molding and shaping into any size rolls or single loaves. This delectable bread is wonderful slathered with butter and jam, toasted, the base for sandwiches, French toast, an accompaniment to soups and stews, garlic…
The Best Saint Patrick’s Day Tuna Salad Sandwich…Ever!
Just another tuna salad recipe? I beg to differ! This delectable St. Paddy’s Day (or any day) sandwich offers a balance of salty, slightly sweet, crunchy and creamy flavors that satisfies even the most discriminating sandwich spread aficionado’s palate. Not to mention having several colors of the rainbow; does your pot of gold lie at…
Once Upon a Spice 