Coconut Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Do you like cooking with your kids? This isn’t a trick question. I can see why some people love it. I can also see why some people hate it. Kids have a tendency to make things either a lot more fun or a lot more …
Snacks
Fromage Fort
I’ve always loved the idea of turning leftovers into something new: stock from vegetable scraps and the remains of a roasted chicken, casseroles with extra Thanksgiving turkey, breakfast hash from last night’s roasted potatoes. It’s not just because I’m thrifty, but also because sometimes the …
Guinness and Cheddar Dip
It’s that time of year again… St. Patrick’s Day is rolling around pretty soon. I regret to tell you that over the years our celebrations have become more and more tame. Which, truly, is ok by me. As a person of Irish heritage, I would …
Cannellini Dip with Lemon and Thyme
Like any born-and-bred Chicago girl, I think I handle winters pretty well. I expect cold, and I’m rarely disappointed. I even try to revel in the beautiful snowy landscapes and the wind whipping across the prairie behind our house. Overall, I think I keep a …
Rosemary Chipotle Roasted Nuts
You didn’t think I could sneak in another little tidbit before Thanksgiving, did you? Well I wouldn’t offer up anything that would mess with your probably already-set menus at this point, but this is just a little add-on. I couldn’t help myself. They are so …
Truffle Garlic Oven Fries
I know I’ve harped on this before, but this time of year always drags on for me, food-wise. Grocery store produce sections look unbearably pathetic, and the farmers’ market (which I know I’m lucky to have this early) has barely anything better. Potatoes. Some limp …
Whole Wheat Cheddar Crackers
As I’m writing this, I’m sitting in a coffee shop, organizing photos, sipping a decaf coffee (hey’s it’s after 3 pm and I’m not as young as I used to be), and taking a break every once in a while to just sit and savor …