Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet tomatoes, almonds,…
Tropical Fruit Granita
This refreshing tropical granita blends pineapple, lime, coconut, and passion fruit into…
Cold Miso Shrimp & Tofu Soba Noodles
These cold soba noodles with shrimp, crispy tofu, edamame, and creamy miso…
Miso Soy Marinade
This easy soy sauce marinade with miso, brown sugar, and sesame oil…
Lamb Tagine with Preserved Lemon & Olives
Lamb tagine might sound fancy and expensive—but it’s actually pretty affordable to…
Chinese Sweet & Savory Bourbon Chicken
This delicious homemade bourbon chicken recipe will have you skipping takeout and…
Shrimp Crudo Lettuce Boats
Fresh, bright, and elegant shrimp crudo served in crisp baby gem lettuce…
Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider
Try my easy slow cooker Whiskey BBQ Beef Slider recipe—tender, juicy, and…
Mom-Inspired Ratatouille
This baked ratatouille is one of those recipes that has it all:…
Butternut Squash Sage Hummus
I leveled up my classic hummus recipe with squash, frizzled sage leaves…
Chicago-Style Pizza Dough
I love Salerno’s pizza crust so much, I got inspired to try…
Loaded Twisty Hot Dogs
When it comes to hot dogs in Chicago, there’s only one real…
Join The Recipe Club
Come cook with me! Each month, I share new recipes along with my tips and tricks for all levels of home cooking.
This Season in Recipes
Every month I highlight new recipes, plus some of my favorites from my archive of over 450 recipes. These recipes are perfect for this transitional time of year, with warm days and cool nights.
Apple Cider Chicken
An easy weeknight one-pan meal served with apples and butternut squash.
Charred Lettuce with Roasted Grapes
Sweet roasted grapes, smoky romaine, creamy Roquefort, and crunchy seed clusters make…
Smooth & Dirty Vodka Martini
Love a dirty martini but not a fan of gin? This unique…
Corn Risotto with Herbed Oil
Creamy sweet corn risotto, finished with Parmesan cheese, homemade herb oil, and…
Recipe Club Favorites
These are the top recipes that you've been sharing with your friends and family.
Roasted Tomato Pesto Pappardelle
This authentic Sicilian tomato pesto (Pasta alla Trapanese) combines sweet tomatoes, almonds,…
Brown Sugar Glazed Salmon
My brown sugar glazed salmon is the perfect recipe to serve to…
Pickled Vegetables
Learn how to quick-pickle vegetables with basic brine, a simple and efficient…
Classic French Silk Pie
This classic French silk pie recipe with rich chocolate mousse filling and…
From My Family & Friends
These are some of my most cherished recipes that have been gifted to me.
Mom’s Italian Sunday Gravy
This Italian Sunday gravy is slow-simmered with rich meats and tomatoes—a comforting…
Grandma Papaleo’s Lemon Knots
These traditional Italian lemon cookies are a favorite in my house. It’s…
Luigi’s Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
From fresh herbs to salty olives and juicy tomatoes, this colorful salad…
Randy’s Famous Margaritas
Three types of orange liqueur make for the perfect combination of sweet,…