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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Braided Easter Ham Pepperoni & Cheese Bread with Tutorial
My Mama always made this tasty bread for every religious holiday and if we begged, sometimes in between. Mom used to buy pounds of aged meats and cheeses and painstakingly cube every bit. Then she would mix fresh beaten eggs and finely grated Parmesan and fill and roll, what seemed like dozens, of loaves. […]
Scotch Eggs ~ChilliJonCarneCooks
Growing up I always saw scotch eggs as primary a party food, something that all the grown ups ate. How the tables have turned, now I’m the grown up and I love scotch eggs and they are not just a boring party food. They can be delicate and petite if you use quail eggs, or […]…
Chocolate Chip Scones ~NancyCreative
The first time I had these scones, they were made by Priscilla. She brought them to work as a snack for a co-worker’s birthday, and they were really good. She had made them with dried fruit and everyone wanted the recipe. The second time I had these scones, Brenda had made them and brought them…
The Ultimate Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookies ~The Creative Life In Between
The Ultimate Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cookie A few months ago, I recall my youngest son, watching me mix together a batch of cookie dough, asking, “Do you actually enjoy doing that? Seems like a lot of work!” I thought about it. It is a bit tedious. It makes a mess in the kitchen. I…
Deer Creek Aged Cheddar Herbed Christmas Crackers — Deer Creek Cheese
Surprise your guests with these whimsical holiday crackers that are perfect as an appetizer by themselves or a fun addition to any holiday cheeseboard. (They also make a perfect hostess gift.) Deer Creek Aged Cheddar Herbed Christmas Crackers makes approximately 36 crackers What You’ll Need: 1 1/2 c flour 1/2 c butter, cubed 2 c […]…
Two-Cheese Walnut and Rosemary Shortbread Cookies — More Time at the Table
Whenever I run into savory little cheese cookies someone’s served with a glass of wine, I’m happy indeed. These days, they’re usually they’re made with Parmigiano-Reggiano, but older food memories include homemade crispy little cheddar crackers that were just as good with beer as with wine. Back in the day, these were called “Cheese Pennies” […]…
Recipe: Beer-Fried Green Beans — FOOD MINGLE BLOG
I first saw these on the menu at a local pub and I was immediately intrigued. A deep-fried vegetable sounded odd, but yet interesting. I ordered them and I have been a fan ever since. Make you own deep-fried green beans using the recipe below. Ingredients: Peanut oil, for frying 1 cup beer 1 cup […]…
Pico de Gallo aka Salsa Fresca
In Mexican cuisine, pico de gallo literally means beak of rooster. Legend has it that fighting cocks are calmed by their handlers by placing the rooster’s head in their mouth. Yum! 😉 It is said that darkness causes birds to immediately begin the sleep cycle. Often as soon as the handler puts the bird’s head…
Braided Easter Ham Pepperoni & Cheese Bread with Tutorial
My Mama always made this tasty bread for every religious holiday and if we begged, sometimes in between. Mom used to buy pounds of aged meats and cheeses and painstakingly cube every bit. Then she would mix fresh beaten eggs and finely grated Parmesan and fill and roll, what seemed like dozens, of loaves….
Once Upon a Spice 