Butternut Squash Sage Hummus
Gourmet-level spiced chickpeas blended with butternut squash, frizzled sage, and pomegranate arils.…
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…
Matambre (Argentine Stuffed Flank Steak)
Matambre is a typical Argentine dish. This succulent and memorable stuffed steak…
Herbes de Provence Baked Salmon
Baked salmon recipe with homemade lemon and herb mayo is my favorite…
Limoncello Roast Chicken with Fennel
Rich, citrusy flavors of Limoncello, paired with the subtle licorice hints of…
Apricot Pine Nut & Honey Biscotti
Chewy apricots, toasty pine nuts, honey, and herbaceous rosemary, with a touch…
Pignolata (Sicilian Fried Dough Balls with Honey)
My family loves my baking. When my father-in-law Joe kept mentioning his…
Slow-Braised Short Ribs with Red Wine Sauce
Rich, succulent, beef with pancetta, onion, carrots, shallots, braised in beef broth,…
Pork Lentil Soup
The days are getting longer, but this is definitely the coldest time…
Crunchy Asian Style Coleslaw
Hardy cabbage and coarsely chopped cashews make a versatile and satisfying side…
No-Mayo Potato Salad
Earhty potatoes, green beans, tomatoes, Kalamata olives and red onion, get a tangy,…
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Seasonal Faves
Every month I highlight new recipes, plus some of my favorites from my archive of over 500 recipes. These recipes are perfect for this transitional time of year, with warm days and cool nights.
Peanut Butter Snickers® Cookies
These chewy peanut butter cookies are hiding a little Snickers bar in…
Butternut Squash Bisque With Spiced Pepitas
Roasted butternut squash, onion, cayenne pepper, cloves, nutmeg, and a touch of…
Savory Apple & Cheddar Hand Pies
Flaky apple and cheddar hand pies with a savory-sweet filling—perfect for picnics,…
Sparkling Apple Cider Rum Punch
This Thanksgiving punch recipe with spiced rum and sparkling cider is the…
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Classic Chicken Soup
Six simple ingredients create a flavorful, soothing broth for this simple classic.
Luigi’s Antipasto Tortellini Pasta Salad
From fresh herbs to salty olives and juicy tomatoes, this colorful salad…
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…
From My Family & Friends
These are some of my most cherished recipes that have been gifted to me.
Chef Terri's Oh-So-Gooey Marshmallows & S'mores
These light, spongy homemade marshmallows are perfect for your next s’more night!
Bud’s Cracklin’ Pork Shoulder with Hard Cider Gravy
This crispy pork rind cooks to a perfect golden brown and blends…
Lynn’s Taffy Apple Salad
Crisp, fresh apples, crunchy peanuts, and a sweet, gooey taffy-like dressing made…
Pappy’s Manhattan Cocktail
Luscious and complex bourbon whiskey concoction where amaro and Madeira wine take…