Food
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Facing an empty nest, Barrington mom shares love of cooking on blogJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - Three years ago, Tina Holloway, our cook of the week from Barrington, realized she was at a crossroads: her kids were grown and living on their own, and life was changin...
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Grilled Chicken Burgers with Sweet Potato ChipsJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - 1½ pounds ground chicken (have your butcher grind up fresh chicken breasts) 1 small granny smith apple, diced small 5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated 2 strips bac...
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Panna Cotta with Balsamic StrawberriesJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - ½ packet (1 teaspoon) unflavored gelatin powder 1½ tablespoons cold water 1½ cups heavy cream, divided 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ...
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Poblano Peppers Stuffed with Chicken and Brown RiceJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - 4 large poblano chilies 2 medium tomatoes, chopped ½ medium white onion, chopped 1 large clove garlic, chopped 1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled 1 teaspoon ground ...
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Shredded Sprout Salad with Burrata CheeseJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - 1 small red onion, cut into ½-inch rounds 4 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 pound brussel sprouts, shaved ½ cup parmesan chee...
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Black Bean BurgersJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - 3½ cups home-cooked or canned no-salt-added black beans (from two 15-ounce cans), drained and rinsed Generous 1 cup chickpea flour 3 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoo...
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Red Lentil and Bulgur MashJun 15, 2016 6:00 am - 1 quart no-salt-added vegetable broth 2/3 cup dried red lentils 2/3 cup regular bulgur, preferably whole-grain golden bulgur (do not use quick-cooking) ¼ cup pre-chopped...
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Like it or not, here's what's hot: Brews with a taste of the tropicsJun 14, 2016 2:00 pm - A walk down the beer aisle is increasingly reminiscent of a trip to a tiki bar. Where IPA fans might have once chosen a beer based on strength - regular; potent imperia...
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Farro And Vegetable SaladJun 14, 2016 2:00 pm - 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth 1½ cups farro ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar ¼ cup minced shallots Juic...
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Farro combines with raw asparagus for hearty summer saladJun 14, 2016 2:00 pm - Farro is a hearty whole grain that may well become a staple in your kitchen, in everything from soups and casseroles to sides and salads. Once a mainstay of the ancient ...