Recipes

Spring has sprung! Here in Chicago it is an amazing 75°F and sunny, the daffodils are up and the redbud tree in my yard is getting ready to burst. According to my garden diary, last year on this day it was 30°F, stormy and dreary. Such is the caprice of Midwest weather. You just never know. Tonight, I am smoking baby back ribs on the grill and eating dinner on the patio. Last year I was eating oxtail ragout in front of a roaring fire in the fireplace.

Walk through the farmers markets this week and you will see mountains of summer squash in all shapes and sizes.

This is a Saturday morning brunch dish that is an homage to Claudio The Tamale Guy. In case you didn't know, Claudio delivers piping hot tamales to some of the North Sides drinking establishments.

Tis the season for grilling and this is a great summertime picnic food perfect for an outdoor party or concert.  You'll be a hit, especially when paired with a chilled Pinot Grigio.

With a little help from your slow cooker, this recipe proves Ireland has more to offer the world than green beer for St. Paddy's Day.  Remember you can "corn" your beef, but don't let your meat "loaf."