The first time I tasted Pickled Lemons while in India I was fascinated by the sour and spicy flavor of each bite. I had to bring the recipe home with me. I have made some slight modifications to the recipe to make it work for people who want to can the finished product. The flavor is still spot on for this side dish unique to Kerala … [Read more...]
The Fire Cider Craze & Recipe
I recently picked up the brew your own fire cider craze. I jumped on the bandwagon when I heard a whole bunch of people talking about brewing their own concoction. Once I made my first batch I was not enthusiastic about it. I sniffed it, scrunched up my nose, put the lid back on and proceeded to stared at the finished product for a while. I moved … [Read more...]
Lavender Lemon Ice Cream Recipe
The only thing I love more than Lemon Gelato is Lemon Lavender Ice Cream. Print Lavender Lemon Ice Cream Recipe Author: Kayla Fioravanti Ingredients 3 Cups Half and Half 2 Tbsp Lavender Buds ¾ Cup FRESH squeezed Lemon Juice Zested Peel of 1 Lemon 1 Cup Sugar 5 Egg Yokes ¼ Tsp. Salt Instructions In a … [Read more...]
Orange Blossom Lemonade Recipe
My favorite new store in Franklin, Tennessee is Savory Spice Shop. Yesterday I bought some Orange Water (a.k.a. Orange Blossom Distillate or Hydrosol) to make my favorite Lemonade Recipe. I have a house full of guests this week and it was a hit with everyone. Print Orange Blossom Lemonade Recipe Author: Kayla Fioravanti … [Read more...]
Oats & Peanut Butter Popcorn
Oats & Peanut Butter Popcorn is a healthy delicious snack will give you the treat you want without wasted calories and junk. Your diet gets bonus points for adding local honey, flaxseeds, chia seeds and whole oats. Print Oats & Peanut Butter Popcorn Author: Kayla Fioravanti Cook time: 5 mins Total time: 5 mins … [Read more...]
Perfectly Smooth Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe
Print Perfectly Smooth Chocolate Ice Cream Recipe Author: Kayla Fioravanti Recipe type: Desserts Cuisine: American Prep time: 2 hours Cook time: 15 mins Total time: 2 hours 15 mins Serves: 8 I have tried several chocolate ice cream recipes that have left me disappointed. The recipes … [Read more...]
Sugar Bacon Recipe
Sugar bacon was a new discovery for me when we moved to the South and I found Sugar Bacon and Deviled Eggs on the menu at Bricktops. I thought that all Southern's knew about Sugar Bacon until I brought it up to a lot of natives who had never had it. It is SO easy to make and amazingly good. The bacon fat mixes with the sugar to create a delicious … [Read more...]
Thai Iced Coffee Recipe
My recipe for Thai Iced Coffee is simple and delicious. It is also a diet buster to keep around the house, so I save this for parties. I don't know if this is how Thai Iced Coffee is really made, I just came up with the recipe after tasting some at my favorite Thai Restaurant and loved it. This recipe has been a hit ever since. Thai Iced … [Read more...]
Deviled Eggs
If you have a fridge full of hard boiled eggs, this recipe will come in handy. It is a variation on the classic with some healthier choices. I made the switch to Grapeseed Oil Vegenaise after taste testing every healthy mayonaise choice on the market. It tastes so close to the real stuff that my kids never even noticed when I swapped it … [Read more...]
Lavender Brownies
Lavender Brownies contain two of my favorite things -- chocolate and lavender! They are worth making, even if only for the fact that they make my kitchen smell like lavender and chocolate together. Once these babies were cooled, they were taste tested and approved! You will love this sweet delight. Lavender Brownies 2 sticks Butter ½ … [Read more...]
Mean Chicken Chili Recipe
I made up this chili recipe one day while making homemade salsa. That is the first hint that this chili is HOT and SPICY. I like to use organic ingredients as much as possible but I've written the recipe without listing organic so you can decide for yourself. This recipe is a bit more time consuming than your average chili but it is worth every … [Read more...]