Food Blog
How to Work with Puff Pastry Dough: Pro Tips
Try mentioning homemade bread to a baking novice and you’ll probably see a look of fear on their face. That fear usually comes down to one word: yeast. This ultimate guide on how to work with yeast dough will help you overcome that fear (if you have it) and master your yeast dough technique even if you don’t. Welcome to Working with Yeast 101!
How to Work with Phyllo Dough: Pro Tips
Flaky, buttery, crispy, delicious. We all love phyllo dough… but unfortunately, it’s not the most forgiving ingredient. If it’s frozen too long, it’ll break, and it dries out super quickly....
How to Work with Homemade Yeast Dough
Working with Yeast 101 Try mentioning homemade bread to a baking novice and you’ll probably see a look of fear on their face. That fear usually comes down to one...
My Best Christmas Recipes
Table of content Appetizers Soups and Salads Sides Dinner Entrees Desserts Drinks and Cocktails Christmas is a big deal at my house. And as much as we’d all like to...
Koval Liqueur Recipes and a Dreamy Distillery Tour in Chicago
First, what is a liqueur? (Don’t worry, I’ll tell you all about my Koval experience in a bit.) Have you ever tried liqueurs? Don’t confuse this with a standard spirit,...
Mary’s Best Fish Fry Recipes: Beer Batter, Sides, Desserts, and Summer Cocktails
Even though the food is really, really good, the best thing about a good fish fry is the people. Getting together, having fun, entertaining the people you love. At our...
My Favorite Summer Grill Recipes: Grilled Skirt Steak Marinade 3 Ways, Chimichurri Sauce, Sides Dishes, Summer Salads, and Desserts
Thank you, Argentina. You leveled up my grilling game and I love you for it. When I was 16 years old, I left the suburbs of Chicago on a trip...
What's the difference between bruschetta and crostini?
Let’s begin with the Italian definition of bruschetta and the basics of what it is. The word “bruschetta” (pronounced broo-skedda) comes from the Italian word “bruscare,” which means “to roast...
Tips on How to Make Creamy Risotto From Scratch
I LOVE risotto, and I especially love how easy it is to make—stay with me. Once you master a few of the basics, it really is easy to make a delicious, creamy risotto from scratch.
How to Store Thanksgiving Leftovers: the 2-2-4 Rule of Food Storage Safety
For me, the best part of Thanksgiving is gobbling up all those tasty leftovers. From turkey and cranberry relish to stuffing and vegetables, leftovers may be delicious but the amount...
Mary DiSomma’s Christmas Macaron Tower with Vanilla Macarons and Gingerbread Buttercream Filling
I originally wrote this recipe for Peoria Magazine, but the story behind this beautiful Christmas macaron tower is worth sharing: It’s a love story!
What is Ginger: The Wonder Spice of the World
Ginger is one of the most popular spices in the world—and it always has been. It’s not hard to see why, with its host of culinary applications and even medicinal uses. That’s right—it’s good for you AND it tastes good in… well, almost everything.
