So, you’re in a precarious “situation” with the mafia? (It happens … I guess) Cooking up a tasty lasagna would really ease some tensions, right? Problem is, you’ve got neither the time nor the fresh ingredients for a proper dish. Lasagna noodles, ricotta cheese filling, the timely/messy process of layering of everything together? Here’s […]
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Stove-top Gnocchi (not mac) and Cheese with Peas
Fun enough for the kids. Just grown up enough for the adult palate as well. So simple to make. Ready for it? Sure you are. This is a fun twist on macaroni and cheese. I like creating an opportunity to introduce children to new foods and expand their palates, while simultaneously eating something with a sense […]
Lamb Shanks with Parmesan Polenta and Mushrooms
Time to talk lamb shanks? Why, yes. Yes it is. From the lower section of the leg, lamb shanks are a full-flavored cut of meat. They do, however, require a bit of love and attention to bring out their full potential. These shanks are first browned in veg oil. This gives them color while enhancing […]
Roasted Tomato and Arugula Pasta Salad
I’ve got roasted garlic and tomatoes, and I’ve got feta cheese, and I’ve got arugula, and I’ve got artichokes, and I’ve got a deliciously lemony dressing. And, you may partake with me on one condition; that you listen to (read) my short rant about Spring weather in Chicago. Those of you not dealing with […]
Crock Pot Skinny Mashed Potatoes
I realize it’s been been some time since my last post. I apologize for all the grief and anxiety that you’ve no doubt been suffering from due to this absence. So, accept my apology, dry your tears, and let’s get goin’ again. Game on! I’m reminded of a wise passage I once read on […]
Tequila Lime “Margarita” Chicken Wings and Southwest Ranch Dipping Sauce
Wasted away again in Margarita-wing-ville … I know, a Jimmy Buffet reference. Gimmie a break, though. It’s Sunday afternoon, I’ve got a bit of writers block going on, and I just made wings that literally taste like a top shelf margarita. (And I just got a manicure … see those pretty nails?) […]
Sticky Bourbon Chicken and Broccoli
Take-out-fake-out! Unlike my last post, I can’t claim to have coined the above phrase. I can claim a wonderful recipe worthy of staying home in your cozies, and far better than your local take out. I can also claim a sauce that you’ll quickly become addicted to. Let’s roll. This bourbon chicken and […]
Salmon Sliders with Dill and Caper Yogurt Sauce
Most of us are currently in the doldrums of winter. It’s cold. Perma-gray clouds are lingering. We’re tediously wiping the pup’s paws after every walk. (“tedious” is the best euphemism I could think of … it’s a family blog, after all.) With all that said, I have to admit my inspiration for this fantastic […]
Andouille Pigs in a Blanket with Chutney Mustard Dipping Sauce
You know the “This Little Piggy” nursery rhyme, don’t you? Of course you do. You’re saying it to yourself right now … Well, these little piggies waited to mature into sophisticated, tasty pigs before they went to the market. That said, they still love the simple pleasure of cuddling into a blanket. (Now that […]
Leftover Turkey Noodle Soup with Homemade Turkey Stock
Of all the life lessons I was taught, this is one of the most important. Never throw away the bones and carcass from the Thanksgiving turkey. I prefer to make my stock on Thanksgiving night. Turkey bones, veggies, and aromatics are placed in a stockpot. Simply covered in water, brought to a simmer, […]
