Recipes
Woodford Reserve Bourbon Ginger Pear Cocktail
This ginger pear cocktail with Woodford Reserve’s Straight Bourbon Whiskey is fruity and sweet with just a hint of spice. It’s so flavorful, and once you have the homemade ginger syrup, the rest is easy to make.
Holiday Favorites: Southern Buttermilk Biscuits
One time, I made these for a friend of mine who cooks as much as I do. She took the recipe home with her to Istanbul, Turkey. She makes them all the time and still tells me that they are the best biscuits she’s ever had!
Simple Honey Mustard Glazed Ham
I recently started to make this ham recipe and I’m so in love with it that it’s now part of my Thanksgiving dinner (move over, turkey). The extra step to get the right ham is totally worth it. The honey mustard glaze is easy to make, and you can use the leftover hambone for soup later!
Easy Pecan Pie Bars
Buttery and gooey, these easy pecan pie bars are a favorite of mine, and I make sure to always include them as part of my Thanksgiving dessert table.
Ginger Cakes to Remember: A Collaboration with Peoria Magazine
A Ginger Cake to Remember (and a Recipe to Treasure Forever)Here’s where I come in: My first Peoria Magazine exclusive recipe was published in the October issue. Excuse me while...
Spooky Good Pumpkin Pie Martini
Every good Halloween party deserves a good pumpkin martini. I happen to LOVE pumpkin so I created a Spooky Good Pumpkin Martini recipe for all the Halloween parties coming up—big or small.
Cousin Lynn’s Famous Taffy Apple Salad
My cousin Lynn’s taffy apple salad recipe is downright delicious and easy to make. The combinations of textures and flavors all come together with the gooey, custardy, and creamy dressing in a way that is just irresistible!
Vegetarian Gluten-free Potato Corn Chowder Recipe
Halloween is on its way, and I’ve got a treat for you (sorry, it’s not a sweet one this time). My Potato Corn Chowder is the ultimate warm comfort food recipe for those brisk October nights.
Holiday Favorites: Gingerbread Biscotti
These delectable biscotti are made with traditional gingerbread spices, and can be served with lemon curd or drizzled with melted almond bark.
Thanksgiving Leftovers Turkey Pot Pies
These delicious and hearty turkey pot pies are not only a practical use of the remaining Thanksgiving bird, but they’re also a wonderful comfort food to enjoy throughout the winter.
Billy’s Hot Giardiniera
My husband Billy’s passion for classic giardiniera knows no bounds; this easy-to-follow recipe for making this must-have condiment will show you why generations of Chicagoans love their giardiniera!
Marie’s Homemade Minestrone Meatball Soup Recipe
Minestrone soup with meatballs is memorable, filling, and warming. In my minestrone recipe, tender homemade meatballs perfectly complement the nourishing flavors of fresh vegetables. By the time you add the beans and Italian herbs, you’ve got the perfect meal.
