recipes + adventures from a meaty, midwestern life
An easy, quick dish to savor sweet summer tomatoes. This is one of those non-recipe recipes that feels almost embarrassing to share on a food blog. This tomato confit requires so little
With an earthy and decadent wine sauce, this easy-to-make chicken totally bops. I am such a nerd for summer Farmers Markets. I never go with any kind of plan, I just let
A perfect-for-summer and easily adaptable dip or spread packed full of fabulous flavor. I know some people don’t love lima beans. But friends, I have to tell you I revisited these beanos
This might be my favorite new recipe – this dish is decadent without being overly heavy and has tremendous flavor. It has been far too long since I tried to rock a
This fennel salad is just the happiest, brightest little salad I ever did meet. I’ve never been someone who meal plans very well. I never know what I’m going to be in
Our recent trip to Savannah was filled with amazing food, rich history and absolutely beautiful scenery. Savannah, Georgia was the first place Dave and I visited for a vacation as a couple.
With an extra kick of sweetness from blueberries this banana bread recipe is a delicious twist on this much-loved treat. Cold weather makes me want to bake, which is weird because I
Unique veggies and some strong mustard (and vino!) make this beef roast a rich winter-perfect, belly warming treat. Happy freezing cold winter (and new year) friends! Here in Chicago we currently have
In 15 minutes you can cook up this sure-to-be-loved pasta dish. Oh summer tomato, how I love thee! Is there anything better than a big, juicy, ripe freshly picked summer ‘mater? Nope!
This baked cod recipe is easy to make and packed full of yummy flavors. Dave and I have been getting Sitka Salmon Shares from Alaska for about a year now. And we
