Did you know that the twists in pretzels are meant to look like arms crossed in prayer? See the resemblance? Twins! According to Folklore, pretzels were created by a monk around 610 in Italy. According to The History of Science and Technology, the monk baked strips of dough that he folded into a shape resembling […]
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Bacon, Beer & Pecan Toffee Sundaes ~CookingWithAuntJuju
Ice Cream in the winter? Sure if the toppings are bacon bits, toasted pecans and a smooth and delicious bacon infused toffee sauce. Oh, and then there is the stout beer infused with vanilla beans and a sprinkling of sea salt to finish. This is definitely not part of my New Year’s resolution diet but…
Pringles; A Bona Fide Chip? And Chocolate Covered Pringles
photo source: buzz Did you know that Pringles once had a lawsuit trying to prove that they weren’t really potato chips? In 2009 Britain’s Supreme Court of Judicature answered a question that had long puzzled late-night dorm-room snackers: What, exactly, is a Pringle? With citations ranging from Baroness Hale of Richmond to Oliver Wendell Holmes,…
Celebrate National Pretzel Day! Pretzel’s Past & An Amazing Soft Pretzel Recipe
Did you know that the twists in pretzels are meant to look like arms crossed in prayer? See the resemblance? Twins! According to Folklore, pretzels were created by a monk around 610 in Italy. According to The History of Science and Technology, the monk baked strips of dough that he folded into a shape resembling…
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…
Pringles the Bona Fide Chip? And Salty Sweet Chocolate Covered Pringles
Did you know that Pringles once had a lawsuit trying to prove that they weren’t really potato chips? In 2009 Britain’s Supreme Court of Judicature answered a question that had long puzzled late-night dorm-room snackers: What, exactly, is a Pringle? With citations ranging from Baroness Hale of Richmond to Oliver Wendell Holmes, Lord Justice Robin…
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…
Once Upon a Spice 