Help Your Kids Learn to Cook with the New Kitchen Classroom from 'America's Test Kitchen'
Daniel HautzingerMarch 23, 2020
America's Test Kitchen has launched a new, free "Kitchen Classroom," with daily recipes and food-related activities and quizzes to keep you and your children occupied and learning while schools are closed.
Baked Artichoke Dip from Uncommon Ground
Daniel HautzingerFebruary 4, 2020
The Academy Awards are this Sunday. Need to bring something to a party, or want an extra dip for your own gathering? Try this baked artichoke dip with goat cheese and pesto from the stalwart Chicago restaurant Uncommon Ground.
Buffalo Chicken Mac 'n' Cheese
Daniel HautzingerJanuary 30, 2020
Super Bowl LIV is this Sunday. Add your own appropriately themed dish and make this Buffalo Chicken Mac 'n' Cheese from Chicago's recently closed Rockit Bar & Grill, recipe courtesy chef Amanda Downing.
Kraków-Style Roasted Duck from 'Flavor of Poland'
Daniel HautzingerJanuary 22, 2020
The new show Flavor of Poland aims to introduce Americans to the vibrancy of Polish history, culture, and food, as host Aleksandra August travels across the country learning about traditions and recipes. Here, August offers a recipe for Kraków-Style Roasted Duck.
Pumpkin Seed Rolls for Thanksgiving from 'Milk Street'
Daniel HautzingerNovember 25, 2019
Instead of serving bland rolls that are simply vehicles for butter or sopping up gravy this Thanksgiving, try something that is seasonally appropriate and has its own flavor, in this recipe for Pumpkin Seed Rolls from Christopher Kimball's Milk Street.
America's Favorite Recipe from 'America's Test Kitchen'
Daniel HautzingerNovember 1, 2019
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, America's Test Kitchen asked viewers to vote on their favorite recipes, and this Shrimp Scampi came out on top. Try it at home then post about it on social media tagged with #ScampiChallenge to join the fun!
A Stunning Blueberry Jam Cake from 'Cook's Country'
Daniel HautzingerOctober 24, 2019
In our Instagram era, visually appealing desserts dominate social media. But instead of committing to a fad, try dressing up a simple classic like a blueberry jam cake with a stunning decorative effect, in this recipe from the pros at Cook's Country. Plus, it will still taste great, not just look great.
Vivian Howard's Texas Caviar, from 'Pati's Mexican Table'
Daniel HautzingerOctober 18, 2019
This week on Pati's Mexican Table, Pati Jinich is joined by her friend and fellow public television chef and host Vivian Howard to share both south-of-the-border and Southern recipes, including one for a simple side or dip, Howard's "Texas Caviar."
Hawaiian Macaroni Salad from 'Cook's Country'
Daniel HautzingerOctober 11, 2019
Americans love mayo-based salads: egg, tuna, chicken, potato. But Hawaiians in particular prize macaroni salad, serving it as a side in the ubiquitous plate lunch found on the islands. Try Cook's Country take on this simple classic.
Enchiladas de Suelo from 'Pati's Mexican Table'
Daniel HautzingerOctober 1, 2019
A new season of the James Beard Award-winning Pati's Mexican Table focuses on the northwestern Mexican state of Sinaloa. Try Pati's recipe for a specialty from the state's capital city of Culiacán, featuring chorizo and zucchini over sauce-soaked, fried tortillas.
Make Your Own Middle Eastern-Style Flatbread, Courtesy of 'Milk Street'
Daniel HautzingerSeptember 12, 2019
This versatile dough from Christopher Kimball's Milk Street incorporates Greek yogurt for some extra chewiness (and ease of making it). It can be topped with za'atar and sesame seeds or anything else, or simply baked plain to use with dips.
Try a Oaxacan Street Snack with a Recipe from 'Milk Street'
Daniel HautzingerSeptember 6, 2019
Tlayudas are a common antojito, or street food, in Oaxaca. Somewhat similar to a pizza, they are a large tortilla topped with black beans, cheese, and other ingredients that is then grilled open-faced. Try a folded-over version from Christopher Kimball's Milk Street here.
Make Your Own Tavern-Style Pizza with a Recipe from 'Cook's Country'
Daniel HautzingerSeptember 3, 2019
As Chicagoans know, deep dish isn't the only style of pizza indigenous to the city. There's also the thin, crisp crust and square slices of tavern-style pizza. You probably have a favorite joint to get it from, but why not try your hand at making it yourself, with help from Cook's Country.
Rick Bayless's Pollo in Pipián Verde
Daniel HautzingerAugust 20, 2019
Try a recipe for poached chicken breasts in a green mole made with pumpkin seeds, from the newest season of Mexico: One Plate at a Time with Rick Bayless. Green mole is a bit simpler than many of its cousins, so it won't take dozens of ingredients and all day to cook.
How to Make Chocolate Hearts for Valentine's Day
Daniel HautzingerFebruary 13, 2019
Instead of buying chocolates for Valentine's Day (whether for a loved one or for yourself!), why not try making some delectable chocolate hearts studded with cranberries, with a recipe from Chicago's Bittersweet in Lakeview?