The Best Pumpkin Pie Few things say “The Holidays” than smooth, creamy, spicy pumpkin pie. I’ve tried many recipes over the years; mostly with the called for condensed milk. All were good, but always needed a mask of whipped cream to be completely palatable. “Why not put the whipped cream ‘in’ the pie?”I thought to…
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“Healthier” Garlic Herb Turkey Salisbury Steak with Pepper Portobello Gravy
Comfort food with a capital C! Yet, a much healthier, quick and easy version made with lean ground turkey; filled with all of the same goodness of Mom’s version, but with fresh herbs, sliced portabellas and a kiss of spice. Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/3 cup onion, finely…
Guest Chef Christmas Cookie Exchange! Maria’s Mexican Chocolate Wedding Cookies
The cookies that are served at most weddings and celebrations are known in Mexico as biscochitos. The basic ingredients are nearly identical to Russian teacakes or shortbread: ground nuts, flour, butter, sugar. In Mexico they are rolled into balls or formed into crescent shapes and covered with confectioner’s sugar. Maria has twisted the traditional recipe…
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…
Cowboy Beans: Olde West Pony Express Style
Happy Pony Express Day! Let’s celebrate with a bit of fare from the Wagon Train Trail, shall we? I was first introduced to these spicy, flavor-packed beans at a local Sedona Restaurant years ago and they were excellent, no doubt, but I had to come home and recreate my own version; Of course, incorporating a…
Holiday Fare of Film & Song! “The Best Pumpkin Pie” From “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree”
The Best Pumpkin Pie Few things say “The Holidays” than smooth, creamy, spicy pumpkin pie. I’ve tried many recipes over the years; mostly with the called for condensed milk. All were good, but always needed a mask of whipped cream to be completely palatable. “Why not put the whipped cream ‘in’ the pie?”I thought to…
“Healthier” Garlic Herb Turkey Salisbury Steak with Portobello Gravy
Comfort food with a capital C! Yet, a much healthier, quick and easy version made with lean ground turkey; filled with all of the same goodness of Mom’s version, but with fresh herbs, sliced portabellas and a kiss of spice. Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1/3 cup onion, finely…
Christmas! Eat, Drink & Be Merry! Holiday Fare & Drink of Film & Song “Traditional Wassail”
“Love and joy come to you, and to you your wassail too…” This traditional wassail recipe features hard cider, sugar-roasted apples, brandy and sweet spices. It is a simple, old-fashioned recipe made in the tradition of the season. “Here we come a-wassailing Among the leaves so green, Here we come a-wand’ring So fair to be seen. Love…
Pumpkin Spice Pancakes with Cinnamon Scented Maple Syrup: Shades of Autumn on a Plate
“Tis the season for everything pumpkin! This time of year we find it in everything from pies to soufflés. The blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and allspice give these delectable pumpkin pancakes the perfect kiss of sweetness. The cinnamon infused maple syrup complements leaps with its warm, buttery, cinnamony goodness. In my opinion, the ideal…
Trick or Treat! Decorate & Eat! Fascinating & Fun Halloween Recipes “Mini Spiced Pumpkins”
This is a charming Halloween treat offered by the people at “Food & Wine” magazine. I just had to share! They are simple to put together and equally as tasty; Wonderful little ditties all wrapped in spice and orange glaze…all to begin the celebration of this ghoulish season. Bake, cool, dip and decorate! A very…
Once Upon a Spice 