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What's Cookin, Chicago?
joelens.blogspot.com
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Summery Fruit Punch

Whats your favorite hot summer drink? My tastes have changed over the years and these days, non-alcoholic drinks are my best and safest bet. With a little guy running around, he wont hesitate to have...

11 h ago

Bourbon Baby Back Ribs

When do you bust out the grill for seasonal cooking? Or are you one of the lucky ones that have the ability to grill all year round? It seems like Memorial Day weekend is the time to unofficially gri...

1 day ago

BBQ Roasted Salmon

Welcome back after the Memorial Day holiday weekend! I hope you enjoyed the last few days, regardless of wherever you are regardless of whether you celebrated or not. For us, we enjoyed time with fri...

2 days ago

Ferraro Rocher Cupcakes

I love birthdays. Its that one special day everyone has to celebrate their existence. Aside from the joy I get celebrating mine and my sons (which is exactly a week apart), I also love celebrating th...

6 days ago

Memorial Day Meal Ideas

The Memorial day weekend is almost here and its a special time to honor the men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. In addition to that, the weekend also marks the uno...

24 may 12

Kids LiveWell... and You Should Too!

  Whenever Im dining in a restaurant with my toddler son, theres always a moment when I get nervous about looking at the childrens menu. I cant even tell you the number of times Ive seen the usu...

24 may 12

Buffalo Chicken Pita Pizza

Im not as particular about cooking as some may think. Food doesnt always have to be homemade. Ingredients dont have to be home grown. Dishes dont always have to be from scratch. The truth is, its a c...

23 may 12 1 person likes this

Turkey Club Biscuits

Bread excites me. Ive grown accustomed to not eating as much bread as I used to. Occasionally Ill enjoy GF versions but it just isnt the same. However, ever since I started playing with a gluten free...

23 may 12

Pork Florentine

A classic with a twist. "Florentine" is a term thats used in the culinary world as a dish involving spinach and cream sauce. A popular dish is Chicken Florentine but this time, I decided to p...

21 may 12 1 person likes this

Pineapple Strawberry & Rambutan Smoothie

The summer weather is starting early here in Chicago! All the heat weve had recently has reminded me of the tropical weather of the Philippines. Its been several years since my last visit overseas bu...

20 may 12

Welcome to Copper River Salmon Season 2012!

Do you know what today is?! Today is a pretty special day. Maybe not here in Chicago. Maybe not in New York City or even Los Angeles. But for my wonderful friends in Cordova, Alaska, today marks the ...

17 may 12

Palak Paneer

One cuisine Im most intrigued about is Indian. The complex blend of spices, use of exotic ingredients and intense flavor and aroma of this cuisine has a spell on me... especially lately. It seems as ...

17 may 12

Chorizo Quesadillas

I like it quick, easy, and a little spicy. How about you? Im talking about quesadillas and with a toddler who keeps me busy, I dont have the same carefree time as I used to in the kitchen (unless its...

15 may 12 1 person likes this

Freshii... Eat, Energize

Restaurants come and go... and for many of us, it may not even phase us. We may have fallen comfortable knowing that there will be a new concept, a new food trend, a new something that will grab our ...

14 may 12

Island Shrimp Rice

 Were only moments away...from summer! Chicago had a taste of it a few weeks ago (which is rare this time of year) and the amazing weather inspired to make something tropical.  A melange of...

14 may 12 1 person likes this

Bourbon Chicken

Are you a sampler? As in... eating food samples when offered at stores, mall food courts and the like? If you are, then you may be familiar with the little samples of this dish passed out on tiny too...

10 may 12 2 people like this

Mediterranean Quiche

Quiche... whens the last time you had some? Many tend to think of quiche of a brunch dish  but it shouldnt be limited to only that time of day. Its great for breakfast, lunch and dinner! Another...

09 may 12 1 person likes this

BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese

Whats the best thing besides sliced bread? Sliced cheese to sandwich between bread slices! Theres no doubt that grilled cheese sandwiches are a beloved food of many. Even those who are gluten free ca...

07 may 12

5 Carnita Recipes to Crave...

Because my birthday is so close to Cinco De Mayo, I often incorporate Mexican or Latin inspired fare in my birthday celebrations. This year is no exception however, my kitchen will closed. Instead, I...

05 may 12 2 people like this

Curried Mustard Pork Chops

Curry is one of those spices that Im still playing around with. I dont use it very often but I should! In an effort to use curry more in dishes, I came across this recipe for Curried Mustard Pork Cho...

03 may 12 1 person likes this

Chocolate Strawberry Cream {Birthday!} Cake

Its that time of year again... my birthday! I cant believe Im another year older. {Im shuddering at the actual number.} However, for as long as I remember, Ive been told I look way younger than I rea...

01 may 12

Korean Bulgogi

You never know when youll come across a recipe worth keeping. Aside from cookbooks, websites or magazine, recipes could be from a friend, family member, coworker, or even a random stranger at a groce...

30 apr 12

Greek Marinated Chicken

Whats the easiest home-cooked recipe you can think of? For me, roast chicken would be one that comes to mind. A little salt and pepper is all a chicken needs before roasting it in the oven. {Could it...

26 apr 12 1 person likes this

Beef Tenderloin Tips with Bourbon Caramelized Onions

Menus are not just for restaurants. In fact, I like using them as a source of inspiration to come up with dinner ideas that I can make at home. One of my favorite local restaurants serves amazing bee...

25 apr 12

Chicken & Linguine in Pesto Cream Sauce

Home sweet home, how Ive missed you. The past two weeks have been on a non-stop ride of social events, meals out and food on the go that by the time I get home, Im in pajamas ready for bed. The crazi...

24 apr 12 1 person likes this

2012 Time Out Chicagos Eat Out Awards

Chicago. Im proud to be part of the food scene here and theres never a shortage of great places to eat. Wherever you look, theres a new place to check out, an interesting ethnic cuisine to try and an...

19 apr 12

Shredded Brussels Sprouts

Brussels Sprouts... love them or hate them? I guess it would depend on how theyre prepared. One thing is for sure. When prepared with bacon, I have a hard time resisting them! I recently made this Sh...

18 apr 12

Tropical Carrot Cake

Have you eaten your share of carrots today? If not, no worries! This Tropical Carrot Cake will help you take care of that. Springtime usually has me craving carrot cake more than any other time of ye...

17 apr 12

Macaron Mania! - Raspberry Macarons

And here we go again. For a long time I thought I could just ignore my fears. But the time has come to face them. This time, it was the fear of making French Macaroons or Macarons. I dont think Ive s...

16 apr 12

Loaded Bacon Deviled Eggs

Easter season in my kitchen usually means Ill be stocking up on eggs. Theres usually a great sale for eggs this time of year and I certainly take advantage! So with cartons of eggs filling up my frid...

12 apr 12

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