Mother’s Day Entree Suggestion: Steak Diane ~Culinary Goddess

Safe to say that I am not exactly the biggest lover or eater of red meat, however on occasion I do enjoy “steak night”. I was watching MasterChef Professionals 2016 when Michelin starred Chef Marcus Wareing cooked Steak Diane as his invention test. It looked damn delicious! With Marcus as my inspiration, this recipe is […]…

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One Pan Chicken with Wine, Thyme, Carrots and Bacon ~Safari of the Mind

I’ll have to say the season I enjoy cooking most is the winter time. Soups, stews, chillis, and curries all so satisfying and warming when the weather outside is frightful. I usually make large batches and freeze some for a later date. The slow cooker tends to be my best friend around these months too. […]…

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The Best Old Thyme Chicken Noodle Soup with Winter Vegetables

This soup is a vintage recipe that was passed down to me by my mother and her mother… Its timeless qualities deserve an encore post, so, here it is for those of you who didn’t happen upon it last year. For the past several months, Once Upon a Spice has been spreading the love, warmth…

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Ana’s Earth Day Brown Rice & Vegetable Harvest Bake

On this day, April 22nd we demonstrate our support and protection of our beloved Mother Nature. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide and global actions are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more…

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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…

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Brown Rice & Vegetable Casserole—An Earth Day Traditional Side Dish

On this day, April 22nd we demonstrate our support and protection of our beloved Mother Nature. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated worldwide and global actions are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more…

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Chicken Paillard with Creamy Parmesan Salad

Chicken Paillard with Creamy Parmesan Salad 4 servings Lavender, Sage, Rosemary & Thyme—sounds like a classic oldies Simon & Garfunkel tune. However, they are actually the herbs that accompany this scrumptious, quick and savory chicken salad which offer the delightful marriage of flavors. Several months ago I promised my friend Lady Tea Witch (SnowFox66) a…

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Tuscan Crock Pot (Or Not) Smoked Virginia Ham, White Bean & Potato Soup with Thyme

It’s Soup Weather!! Warm, scrumptious and satisfying to the soul. This hearty concoction (with a touch of northern Italian influence) can be prepared either stove-top or in a crock pot. Full of fresh root veggies and their wonderful, crisp Autumn flavors. The fundamental essences are even more incredible dished up the next day. I serve it with…

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Old Thyme Southern Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Southern simplicity at its finest. Serve with eggs over easy, grits or hash browns and you have one complete down-home style breakfast suited for even the most discriminating Southern Gentleman. Ingredients: 16 ounces Breakfast Sausage—I use Bob Evan’s or Jimmy Dean original. Turkey, Chicken or Soy crumbles may be used. 1/3 cup Flour 1 1/2…

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