It’s an Autumn Saturday morning in Chicago. As I sit here and type this, I’ve already seen the weather go from dark and cold, to windy and pouring rain. Now, its slightly breezy and a lovely 70 degrees F and sunshine. Why am I telling you this? Well, for one thing, my fiance isContinue reading “Maple and Harissa Roasted Carrots”
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Kale Salad with Breadcrumb Croutons
I’m guilty of it. I’ll readily admit. I’m guilty of eating kale multiple days a week. I love it in my Fall Quinoa and Kale Salad, Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad with Bacon, Almonds, and Pecorino, and Kale and Corn Salad with Basil Lime Vinaigrette. All incredibly tasty, satisfying, and hearty. But just because kaleContinue reading “Kale Salad with Breadcrumb Croutons”
Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Chicken
I’m writing this at 2pm on Friday of Labor Day weekend. We’ve all mailed it in at this point, right? We’re done doing “actual’ work. So, in the spirit of Labor Day, I give you this fantastic dish. Ideal for a lazy summer weekend afternoon. Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Chicken. Vibrantly flavored, full of crispContinue reading “Sesame-Ginger Soba Noodle Salad with Chicken”
Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad
“It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” Laura Ingalls Wilder was right on. The freshness of your ingredients – heirloom tomatoes, burrata cheese, fresh basil – make this simple salad so beautiful and delicious. Ideal for late summer gatherings with friends or family. Pair with aContinue reading “Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Caprese Salad”
Asparagus, Egg and Bacon Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
I have to give you an excuse for going over a month between blog posts. Would you believe I spent the last month in French Polynesia, retracing the last years of impressionist painter Paul Gauguin? I wouldn’t either. (I’ll save that for next year.) How about the fact that my good friend, chef MarioContinue reading “Asparagus, Egg and Bacon Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette”
Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad with Chicken
Some of the best memories are made in flip flops … while eating this dish. Summer’s back. Time to make Greek tortellini pasta salad. Here’s my update on the classic Greek salad. I mixed it up by adding cheese tortellini, shredded chicken, and a couple other tid bits. I’ve always got cheese tortellini onContinue reading “Greek Tortellini Pasta Salad with Chicken”
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 senseContinue reading “Stove-top Gnocchi (not mac) and Cheese with Peas”
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 withContinue reading “Roasted Tomato and Arugula Pasta Salad”
Crispy Asian Brussels Sprouts
I get it. Telling you “Asian roasted Brussels sprouts are the perfect bar food snack” makes me sound like a food snob. But if you’re reading this, you’re either already a food snob, or you’re on the road to becoming one. So let’s embrace both our inner food snobbery, and this fantastically delicious andContinue reading “Crispy Asian Brussels Sprouts”
Fall Quinoa and Kale Salad
Take a look at this salad. Tell me that doesn’t look beautiful and delicious. But don’t actually tell me that, or type me that, or whatever … because you know it’s not true. You know this baby looks fantastic. What you may not know is the little trick I used to make it tasteContinue reading “Fall Quinoa and Kale Salad”
Emily Always Cooks 