Recipes
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
Jump to Recipe When we’re all down in Cuba, I love making a sweet ginger cake with Koval Ginger Liqueur. It’s a family tradition. Oh, I treasure those memories so...
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.
Mary’s Favorite Banana Bread
This is by far, my favorite banana bread recipe. I’ve got a few tips here to make sure you get the most flavor out of your bananas and include a couple of variations.
DIY S’mores Terri Milligan Homemade Marshmallow Recipe
My DIY S’mores are so dang easy to make, thanks to my dear friend Terri, who has shared her homemade marshmallow recipe with us! Start your bonfires and grab your kitchen torch, it’s time to make s’mores!
Mary’s Homemade Remoulade Sauce
Remoulade sauce sounds fancier than it is. It’s super easy to make, and soon you’ll be dipping everything in it. Tuck this recipe away for future use, because everyone is gonna love it.














































































