Remember how I made candied bacon earlier this week? Well, not only do I love cooked bacon strips, I also love the leftover bacon grease! While discussing the versatility of cooking with bacon grease, my friend Ray mentioned how his father cooked up a couple of pounds of bacon during […]
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Candied Smoked Chipotle Bacon
Appetizers and Snacks, Popular PostsThese Candied Smoked Chipotle Bacon are made from thick cut bacon and baked until caramelized and crispy – sweet and savory flavors in one bite. Great for topping pancakes, french toasts and salads too! I think it’s no secret that I’m a bacon aficionado. I love to create new and […]
Fluffy Italian Meringue Frosting
Desserts and SweetsLight and fluffy “7-minute frosting” that can be lightly toasted with a blow torch for an easy decorative swirl effect! Also known as the “7 Minute Frosting”. It is white and fluffy (like marshmallow fluff!), which makes it a great alternative if you prefer something lighter than the traditional buttercream […]
Roasted Sweet Potato Salad with Warm Bacon Balsamic Vinaigrette
SaladsAllow me to introduce you to my latest obsession: warm bacon vinaigrette! On a chilly day, I decided to put together a nice warm salad with some sweet potatoes and bacon. I love sweet potatoes and I always have some on hand to round out a meal or add to […]
Roasted Cauliflower Pasta with Toasted Breadcrumbs and Pecorino
Main DishesNow that the holidays are over, I’m trying to eat sensibly again. More vegetables, more whole grains, less meats. And not eating cookies and pies for breakfast, you know what I mean? I generally find it difficult to incorporate vegetables into my meals during the colder months. In the summer, […]