Seared Salmon with Soy Honey Lime Sauce Adapted from The Gastrokid Cookbook by Hugh Garvey and Matthew Yeomans Serves 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes (includes marinate time) Cook Time: 10 minutes 1/2 cup mirin 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger 1/4 cup rice vinegar 4 tablespoons soy sauce 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet 1/4 cup […]
Sometimes, Valentine’s Day isn’t worth the hassle. The crowded restaurant, the drooping flowers—it’s enough to make you hate Hallmark. Instead of braving the crowds and the elements, think romance at home. This yummy lamb is super easy (so you can concentrate on each other) and special enough to make a stay-in Valentine still a holiday. […]
Having friends and family over for the big game? Convito’s has you covered–these appetizers are definitely not the old “stand-bys.” Bruschetta with Tomato, Mozzarella & Balsamic Reduction Serves 4-6 Ingredients: 1 baguette (sliced 1/4”) toasted 2 cups fresh mozzarella (diced in small pieces) 3 cups plum tomatoes (seeded then diced into small pieces) 1/2 cup […]
Thanks to everyone who submitted chili recipes. Here are our three favorites. One of them—or maybe all 3—will be perfect for your Super Bowl party. Easy Beef Chili Submitted by Carolyn Kibbe Serves: 4 1 pound ground chuck or hamburger 1 15-ounce can black beans 1 15-ounce can chili beans (red beans with chili spice) […]
Ginger has a long tradition as an aphrodisiac. This version of gingerbread is so easy, you might serve it to your sweetie more than once a year. To really make it sexy, add a little lemon zest or grated fresh ginger to the whipped cream. Spicy fun. Serves: 9 (or two tonight and leftovers tomorrow) […]
In the time it takes to cook a pot of rice, you can have this dish ready. The spice blend provides a complex curry flavor without heat, so it’s family friendly. For those who want a little fire, put a bottle of Sriracha hot sauce on the table—perfect accompaniment. Quick Chicken Curry Prep Time: 5 […]
$ Who doesn’t love to come home to dinner just minutes from the table? Say hello to beef stew. This recipe is my favorite and I love that it can be made in as little as 2 hours or started earlier in the day with a slow cooker. Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 2, […]
When the number on the thermometer is smaller than your pants size, you know it’s cold. We need bowls of warm chili to counteract all that is unpleasant outside. So send us your recipes! We’re looking for three kinds: Traditional meat (Texas, Cincinnati or your famous Riverwoods Red Chili) Chicken or white (sometimes called California […]
Sarah’s family has made this buckeyes recipe for years. She describes it as easy and decadent! We like it because getting your hands covered in peanut butter and graham cracker crumbs is required. Buckeyes Makes 4-5 dozen 1 box powdered sugar (16 ounces) 1 cup crushed graham crackers 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes 1 cup […]
Another fun, roll-up-your-sleeves and get messy recipe. Makes 40 or so Oreo truffles Total Time: 30 minutes 1 package Oreo cookies, finely crushed package cream cheese (8 ounces) 1 bag semisweet chocolate chips (12 ounces) 1. Mix most of the Oreo cookie crumbs and cream cheese together (save a few crumbs to sprinkle on top). […]
