I have to confess something. I’ve never actually been to Chicago. So I’ve never actually eaten a Chicago-Style Bakery Apple Slice in a Chicago bakery. But! I did come across them on the internet and as soon as a saw that gooey apple filling peeking out of flaky pie crust and encrusted in thick sugary … Read more
Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are unquestionably one of America’s most cherished couples. They have been together for about thirty years, and they have three children. Since certain images of their 27-year-old son became public, many people have been thinking about him. Today marks the 27th birthday of Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ firstborn child, … Read more
When the depths of winter plow through the depths of your pantry, you get soups that are hearty, simple, and filling like this. Irish Cabbage Bacon and Potato Soup is a straightforward no-fuss recipe that brings warmth, comfort, and satiation to your dinner table on weekdays and weekends alike. Here this Irish Cabbage Bacon and … Read more
The easiest candy you’ll ever make — you just need a microwave and 3 ingredients! I know that candy making can seem daunting, what with the special thermometer and precise techniques and temperature points. But what if it didn’t have to be that way? What if there’s a candy that’s so easy to craft in … Read more
Pączki is a Polish pastry, not too far off from a doughnut. It’s deep fried dough filled with a cream or sweet jelly. They can be glazed or covered with a powdered sugar. They are typically eaten on Pączki Day in Poland, also known as Fat Tuesday, because their consumption was forbidden by the Catholic … Read more
Get all the flavor you love in just 20 minutes with these 5 ingredients! I’m a huge fan of cheesecake. What’s not to love about such a rich and sweet dessert? It’s great on its own, but can be dressed up in any number of ways. Turtle cheesecake, caramel cheesecake, strawberry cheesecake, key lime cheesecake… … Read more
It tastes just like we remember. If you’re anything like me you may have had a love/hate relationship with the menu on your school cafeteria growing up. Some of the dishes were grey and unappetizing, but then there were the favorites that pretty much made your day when you found out what your lunch was. … Read more
The most perfect Italian garlicky pasta to ever roam this earth. I know what you’re thinking. What is “I Oy” mean? It’s how my Italian family pronounced Aglio e olio pasta. A famous Italian pasta sauce consisting of good olive oil, toasted garlic, fresh herbs, and lemon. A delicious garlic pasta with a snappy name, … Read more
If you’re looking for a new side salad that’s as delicious as it is eyecatch, I have just the thing. This Dublin Pea Salad is packed with sweet green peas, crunchy peppers, and creamy Irish cheese. I can’t speak to how authentically Irish the dish is, but I can tell you that it has quickly … Read more
When the weather is cold (and sometimes when it’s not!) my thoughts turn to warming soups and stews. And, chili has got to be one of heartiest soups around. Filled with spices, loaded with ground beef, and rounded out with beans, it’s the perfect dinner or lunch. This East Coast version has beer in it … Read more