recipes + adventures from a meaty, midwestern life
Hi friends!! How is everyone’s summer going? I’m back to the office after about 3 months of quarantining – masked and socially distanced, of course. So it’s been nice to have a
Talk about the best kind of accident. This little random egg scramble came together because of my absolute failure to make Joshua McFadden’s onion + pancetta tart from the FAB cook book,
Hi all! I hope everyone is well out there! During our ongoing quarantine in Chicago, we continue to cook a ton, we’re catching up on reading actual books and watching some “classic”
This easy to make spicy red salsa uses the complex flavors of three different dried chiles that pack a robust flavor and a spicy kick. Hi friends! How are we all doing
Happy Sunday all! I hope everyone is doing well, staying safe and cooking up a storm like we are. Since the Illinois stay-at-home order was extended through May 30th, I’ve decided to
Gosh friends, it’s been awhile since I’ve posted. I started my dream job early last month that kept me busy and buzzing with energy, and then well, this terrible pandemic hit. I
A travel guide for a lovely vacation to Barcelona, Spain that covers the best eats, drinks and things to do. If your first thought is – “weren’t those crazy kids just in
If you want to up your Super Bowl appetizer game look no further. With Italian sausage, lots of red pepper flakes and smoked sea salt, these meatballs are bold and flavorful. Sometimes
This boldly flavored soup recipe is perfect for the cold winter months and provides a hint of spring to come with plenty of bright herbs. My mom always made great french onion
An eventful year with plenty of good food, travel and fun! Well guys, it’s that yearly time of reflection that I tip-toe around dreading and also embracing at the same time. It’s
