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Orange-marinated chicken wrapped in bacon gets family’s approval (and maybe Charlie Trotter’s, too)

By Penny Kazmier
Apr 15, 2026 5:59 am - Penny Kazmier has been making this Bacon Wrapped Marinated Chicken for more than 20 years as a way to get the flavors of orange chicken without the hassle of deep frying. It was even her contribution to a charity cookbook in the 1990s that she then gifted to legendary chef Charlie Trotter. And -- surprise! — he kept it.
Why you should be baking with rye flour

By Kara Elder
Apr 15, 2026 5:33 am - Looking for a way to take your baking to the next level? Try rye flour, a sneaky way to add complex flavors, a tender crumb and a little nutrition, especially in sweet baked goods. Why is it good for you? Rye flour — especially whole grain — has more fiber than wheat. It’s also beneficial from a climate perspective.
Aldi’s wine selection is surprisingly good. Here are 6 bargain bottles to try.

By Emily Saladino
Apr 15, 2026 5:26 am - When you shop for wine at Aldi, you’re choosing from labels that aren’t sold anywhere else. It can be a mixed bag, but if you choose carefully, you can find solid options at excellent prices.
Stuck in a cooking rut? Try some creative rule-breaking in the kitchen

By Ellie Krieger
Apr 15, 2026 5:21 am - Filled with the spiced salmon, melted cheese, corn and kimchi, these quesadillas elevate a simple meal into one that’s truly memorable. The recipe features a bold, pantry-friendly gochujang mixture that serves as both a quick marinade for the salmon and a flavor base for a creamy sauce made with yogurt.
Rotisserie chicken meets grapes and pecans in a crisp romaine wrap

By LAUREN CHAMBERS
Apr 14, 2026 5:34 am - These Chopped Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps from Lauren Chambers make a perfect lunch — easy, tasty and packed with protein.
Eastern European cuisine is more vegetable-forward than you might think

By Kara Elder
Apr 14, 2026 5:20 am - Mushrooms replace chicken in this vegetarian take on the classic Hungarian paprikash from cookbook author Alissa Timoshkina. It’s the ultimate comfort food, and it comes together quickly after you’ve sliced the onion, bell pepper and mushrooms.
Cook smarter not harder: Simple recipes that work overtime

By Biz Velatini
Apr 09, 2026 2:59 pm - Some weeks call for ambitious cooking projects, but most call for smart ones — the kind that save time, stretch your grocery budget and make mealtime feel less chaotic. This trio of recipes — Lazy Pork Wontons for One, Oven-Roasted Pork Shoulder and Instant Pot Refried Beans — show how simple, satisfying staples can work harder for you.
Indoor, early farmers markets blooming in the suburbs through April, May

By Melissa Rubalcaba Riske
Apr 08, 2026 11:45 am - Access to the best local, seasonal produce can be found almost year-round in the suburbs thanks to great indoor and winter markets.
Mom vs. Reese: Who has the best cornbread pie?

By Don Mauer
Apr 08, 2026 5:28 am - I recently discovered Reese Witherspoon’s recipe for Corn Bread Chili Pie. It reminded me a lot of my Mother’s Corn Pone Pie. I headed for my recipe box and found my mom’s recipe from 1978. There were many differences between the two, but enough similarities to inspire this new best-of compilation.
Fries are much more than a side. Here’s how to turn them into dinner.

By Kristen Hartke
Apr 08, 2026 5:26 am - Crispy, thick-cut french fries — what the British refer to as chips — baked in the oven are easily achievable with a few smart tricks. The result is a fry that’s crisp on the outside and tender inside, ready to dunk into your favorite condiments or serve with chili, butter chicken, mushroom gravy or your favorite creative topping.

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