Food
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A sweet and cool dessert made easier with a few shortcutsAug 09, 2017 6:00 am - If you have ever tried to juice Key limes you'll know it's not an easy task. They're very small and you'll need to juice quite a few of them to make a pie. They also are...
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Summer's corniest treat makes a pretty cool ice cream sandwich, tooAug 09, 2017 6:00 am - Lolling in front of the air conditioner and wishing for Snowmageddon is one way to beat the heat. For me, the only sensible response is ice cream - specifically and most...
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Key Lime PieAug 09, 2017 6:00 am - For the crust: 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter 1¼ cups crushed graham cracker crumbs 1 tablespoon granulated sugar For the filling: 3 egg yolks Grated zest of 2 limes (1½...
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Crunchilicious Oven-Fried Chicken ThighsAug 09, 2017 5:55 am - This recipe has been updated to include kitchen notes regarding the use of ghee versus butter for oven frying and the length of time for brining. 2 cups whole butte...
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Don Mauer has to invent a new word to describe this chickenAug 09, 2017 5:55 am - The idea of "oven-fried" chicken has been around for decades. When low-fat food plans were the thing, many folks created recipes for oven-frying chicken breasts. Most "o...
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Wise Apple helps parents pack healthy, fresh school lunchesAug 09, 2017 1:00 am - A new business is helping suburban Chicago parents pack school lunches. Wise Apple, co-founded by Highland Park resident Nate Cooper, delivers custom, fresh, ready-...
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Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Cole Slaw and Chipotle CreamAug 02, 2017 6:00 am - Eight 6-inch corn tortillas 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra for brushing the tortillas ¼ cup mayonnaise (low-fat if you prefer) ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream ...
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What's new for the Daily Herald Cook of the Week Challenge 2017Aug 02, 2017 6:00 am - The Daily Herald Cook of the Week Challenge is back in a new size and shape for 2017. We're looking for people who love to cook, have fun in the kitchen, feel adventurou...
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My version of Mary Berry's Opera CakeAug 02, 2017 6:00 am - Soaking syrup ½ cup sugar ¾ cup water 3 tablespoons Chambord (black raspberry liquor) Joconde sponge (cake) 3 egg whites, at room temperature 2 tablespoons granulated su...
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On the fridge: You can't beat these souffles for dinner - but pouring worksAug 02, 2017 6:00 am - Even when they are not billed as such, the "food-fast" recipes of Jacques Pepin are sure bets for a no-fuss meal. Here, he uses a minimum of ingredients to create an inf...