Recipes

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!

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.

These delectable biscotti are made with traditional gingerbread spices, and can be served with lemon curd or drizzled with melted almond bark.

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.

Our 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!

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.

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.

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!

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.

Homemade tartar sauce is so easy to make that after you learn this recipe, you may never buy a pre-made jar again. This delicious, savory tartar sauce pairs perfectly with my Beer Batter Fish Fry Recipe… and I’m gonna recommend you make some Hush Puppies too.

My buttermilk cornbread muffins are a delicious treat on their own, but I’m sharing them today because they make a wonderful side to almost any summer meal… and to be honest, I enjoy these all year round.

I’m going to let you in on a little secret: These sweet summer treats are very easy to make at home, and so much better than a Klondike bar or anything else you can get at the grocery store. With scratch-made chocolate chip cookies and your choice of ice cream, you really can’t go wrong.