Our Christmas Eve Feast of the Seven Fishes has evolved over the years and who says it has to end with Christmas??? This year we’re adding a slow roasted Salmon Cob
Thai Tom Kha is a creamy, sweet yet savory and slightly spicy soup that is on the comfort food list in our house. Literally translated, tom kha gai means “chicken galangal soup.”
Who’s ready for comfort food season? Some foods just say relax slow down and enjoy the comfort. When the days get a little shorter and the temps are cool enough to curl
Chocolate cake is the little black dress of desserts. Everyone has a recipe for one. Growing up in the 70’s my Mom made chocolate salad dressing cake which sounds gross but it’s
Bring on tailgate season. Whether it’s a youth league game or your alma mater homecoming, tailgate season is all about the food. So that you can effortlessly balance your cocktail and your foam finger,
This vegetarian white bean skillet meal is made from pantry staples for a quick weeknight dinner! The recipe calls for fire roasted tomatoes. You can buy them canned. However, making your own
We’re sweetening things up today. I haven’t been baking or making desserts much lately because were trying to eat healthier. However, the temperature is turning cool and apples and pears are in
These easy-to-make taquitos can be served as an appetizer or a side dish with salsa or as an entrée topped with lettuce, tomato, olives, sour cream, etc. While developing and perfecting this
My love for Korean bbq started back in college. (Many years ago, but who’s counting) It’s been a staple forever. Gogi-gui is the Korean term for bbq meat. Most popular is bulgogi, usually
Now that school is back in full swing and Labor Day is behind us it won’t be long before the days get shorter and the air turns cooler. When it’s almost dark
Summer break is officially over and the first day of school in Barrington 220 has arrived! That means new schedules leaving less time for meal planning and prep. Don’t panic and resort
Ever have a hard time deciding between bacon cheeseburgers and pizza? Tough decision, right? Tonight we’re making the ultimate compromise combining our favorite cheeseburger fixin‘s and ready-to-make pizza crust. Heinen’s sells it
Today I am preparing a dish that will pair beautifully with the Portuguese white wines that are currently featured at Heinen’s, Shrimp and Chorizo Stew. Before moving to Chicago I lived in
Summer brings a bounty of fresh vegetables in every color. This is my favorite time of year. There’s nothing like sitting in the garden eating warm sun-drenched tomatoes with salt. Doesn’t everyone
You are either a sauce person or your not! I have always been committed to the sauce. From the beginning of my culinary adventures there always seemed to be a good reason