When Lucullus Cooks for Lucullus: Parma Ham and Provolone Pastries
My grandfather was a Frenchman who instilled in me a deep appreciation for food. He wasn’t much of a cook, but he loved to eat. When you dined with him, food wa...
Tag: Dinner
Chicken Milanese with a Green Apple, and Parmesan Salad
“What would you serve the president if he or she came to dinner?” This is the hypothetical question my husband likes to ask me every so often at din...
The Great Dinner Dilemma
Aretha Franklin was once asked what her greatest creative challenge was and her answer was surprising. “Trying to figure out what to cook for dinner… nigh...
Happiness is Beef Empanadas
January brought snow and crazy double digit negative temperatures to Chicago. So, I’m happy to see February has come with sunshine and rising temperatures. Hope...
British Braised Beef
“Winter is the time for comfort, for good food and warmth, for the touch of a friendly hand and for a talk beside the fire: it is the time for home ”...
Chicken and Wild Rice Casserole
The holiday season is right around the corner and this time of year, everyone needs a good seasonal casserole. Something that you can make ahead and then all yo...
Beef and Spinach Spanakopita
Every year by the end of August it feels like there is an urgency to get to fall. Everyone is decorating and talking about it. However, I for one happen to love...
Rooting for the Underdog of a Year with Cheddar Topped Shepherd’s Pie
The new year has begun with a bang. Watching and reading the news, it feels like the grand finale of a fireworks show. Only after two years of fatigue riddled c...
Steak Tacos with Roasted Corn Salsa
Grilling is one of my favorite ways to cook because it brings everyone together. Head outside to grill and company follows. My husband, my girls and even the do...
Turkey Burgers with Cranberry Ketchup
Labor day is here and fall is on its way, so I thought I would share a fall inspired recipe. We love turkey burgers in our house, but usually the down side to u...