It’s Day 3 of my “debloat and recharge detox” and I’m feeling good and staying motivated. My detoxes are easy in that I’m not seriously reducing calories or only eating cabbage soup. It’s more about portion controlling, loading up on veggies and fruits (even more than usual) and reducing excess fat, sugar and carbs. Because […]…
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Go Big or Go Home!
Originally posted on Karen's Kitchen:
FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH A SRIRACHA MAYO AND ASIAN COLESLAW BETWEEN A BUTTERED BRIOCHE BUN It’s Super Bowl time and you will be a winner with this recipe. This sandwich is the undisputed winner of all sandwiches. It’s crunchy, juicy and unapologetically scrumptious. Go big or go home with…
The 30 Friends of Summer Tour Extended Into September!
Ciao Amici! As some of you may be aware, over the past few weeks, we’ve been on a Fare Blog Tour! We’re enjoying our journey immensely yet, are hungry for more! So, we’ve decided to extend this excellent expedition into September 2016. From the beginning, our goal was to share the deliciousness from our favorite food…
The Sicilian Burger
It’s Burger Week here at Once Upon a Spice and I simply had to include this amazingly juicy gem inspired by my Italian roots. Every time I develop something Sicilian inspired “The Godfather” theme rings incessantly in my mind and memories of my Sicilian father weigh heavily into the equation as well Grazia, Daddy! Obviously, this…
Jana’s Savory Golden Beef Hand Pies
These super easy, golden, savory hand pies are very versatile and mix and match, if you will. Intermingle different veggies, use chicken or pork instead of beef, mix up herbs and seasonings to taste, maybe even add a bit of cheese—it’s your call! However, this is our friend Jana’s version and the flavors, status quo, are phenomenal!…
Croque Madame: The French Grilled Cheese
In France, Croque Madame is a toasted ham and cheese sandwich with the addition of a simple white cream sauce and fried egg. The Croque Monsieur is the same, but without the egg. This creamy, cheesy, slightly salty, flavorful French delight originated in French cafés and bars as a quick snack or lunch. Typically, Emmental…
It’s French Week! Pain de Mie–Sandwich Bread at its Finest! France Has it Covered!
Pain de Mie is a delicious, fine-grained loaf of flavorful, dense crumb bread–perfect for sandwiches and toast — including French toast! This is no wimpy bread! It can hold its own against any topping or filling—will not tear when you butter it or fall apart when you try to eat your sandwich! I make one…
7 Prosperous Good Luck Foods for the New Year
“Out with the old in with the new.” This age old wish rings true in most every home on New Year’s Eve and Day. Why not welcome in the year proper with the addition of your favorite foods to ensure good fortune? Here are the wondrous 7 to help lead the way. Fish Fish are…
Want to Spice Up Your Weekend? Have a Christmas Leftovers Party!
Want to Spice Up Your Weekend? Have a Leftovers Party! Plan a Christmas leftovers party for a day or two after the conclusion of the Merry Day to avoid wasted or food gone bad. Serve the fare in a similar fashion to the holidays, or create a variety of dishes from the leftovers such as…
Christmas Beginnings: Rosemary Corn Mini Muffins with Country Ham & Cranberry Chutney
I’m always searching for recipes that include fresh, pungent rosemary. Our garden here in Arizona is filled with fountains of the piney herb filled with a tea-like aroma. These delightful, corn infused, sweet and savory mini muffins are a crowd pleaser –perfect for dinnertime beginnings during any holiday season. They can be made up to 2…
