Bring Back The Eighties This is one of those cozy, crowd-pleasing dinners that looks a lot fancier than it actually is. This Chicken Asparagus Croissant Bake has buttery crescent rolls, seasoned chicken, and asparagus get baked together. It is finished with a creamy cheese sauce that makes the whole dish feel indulgent without a ton of work. I had a craving for something that felt a little 1980s fancy. Just like those recipes that used to seem so gourmet but came from those thin little grocery checkout cookbooks I still love collecting. I wanted chicken, something green, a creamy sauce,…
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Continue ReadingAn Easy Weeknight Meal That Presents As A Holiday Treat This creamy lemon chicken orzo bake is the perfect mix of cozy and fresh, with tender chicken, bright lemon, and a rich, creamy sauce that cooks right into the pasta. Finished with a golden layer of melted Swiss cheese, it’s…
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Continue ReadingA Sandwich Inspired By One Of Chicago’s Iconic Ingredients If you’ve ever had a really good, old school Chicago tavern sandwich, you know they don’t mess around. Everything is piled high, full of flavor, and just a little bit messy. This Chicago Style Turkey Club is my Tipsy take on…
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An Easter Option That Won’t Break The Bank This affordable Greek pork roast is what I make when I want something that feels special for a holiday but doesn’t require a lamb sized budget. Marinated overnight with lemon, garlic, and oregano, it roasts up tender and flavorful, with the option…
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Classic Comfort Food With Steakhouse Vibes There’s something about a big pan of beef stroganoff that just feels like olden times. Tender beef, buttery mushrooms and onions. This is all in a rich savory gravy. All of this comes together with egg noodles for a meal that’s simple and comforting.…
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A Meat Free, Cheesy Treat If you’re looking for an easy baked slider recipe, these pizza pesto grilled cheese sliders are for you. These are made with soft French rolls, creamy pesto cream cheese, melty mozzarella, and oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes. This gives a bold Italian-inspired flavor. Brushed with a garlic…
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A Food Memory Of My Old Neighborhood This Chicago Pizzeria Style Sweet Oregano Tomato Sauce starts with olive oil, onion, garlic, and tomato paste. It is then simmered with crushed tomatoes, oregano, and a touch of brown sugar for that nostalgic neighborhood red-sauce flavor. It’s perfect tossed with spaghetti or…
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Continue ReadingThe Perfect Mash Up Of Saint Patrick’s and Saint Joseph’s Day My St. Patrick’s and St. Joseph’s Pierogi Bake is the ultimate March mashup, combining Irish corned beef with classic Polish pierogi, sauerkraut, and buttery onions in a creamy white sauce. Baked until bubbly with melty cheese on top, this…
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