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
On a hot sunny day the last thing even a seasoned cook wants to do is slave over a hot stove. I would much rather play paddle ball on the beach or
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
When Heinen’s asked me about a recipe for a dish that can be prepared or enjoyed with one of their featured Spanish white wines my thoughts went straight back to my visit
Cooking a whole fish to feed your family or the whole darn village is unbelievable easy and quick. There are many reasons to cook a whole fish. First is the taste. The
It is time for delicious summer salads! Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Shrimp+Avocado and Greek Lemon Garlic Chicken Salad. Yum! During the winter we curl up with bulky sweaters and enjoy comfort foods
Overnight oatmeal is a great healthy breakfast option that can be easily prepared the day before. It’s even good in just a few hours if you can’t wait. Today, I’ll show you
What in the world is a Buddha bowl?? Well, it seems the jury is out on the exact difinition. It was first described to me as a bowl so full of goodness