EASY STEAK FAJITAS
Billy J. LopezIt's funny. In Los Angeles, we could grill year-round. It was something I took for granted up until last week. Ben is shivering in his parka, beanie, and parka while he uses the…
QUICK CHICKEN ramen NOODLE STIR-Fry
After all the holiday pies and stuffing, I want all the vegetables I can get. This Stir Fry Recipe will help you sneak in as many vegetables as possible - bell peppers and…
QUICK CHICKEN TAQUITOS
The platter was large enough for me to eat alone (and I did). Then, I served it to friends and family. I was forced to share, so this became an appetizer.…
SKILLET MUSHROOM CHICKEN THIGHS
Cremini mushrooms. Cremini mushrooms. Garlic in abundance: Butter, butter, and more butter. Fresh thyme. Five key ingredients for a meal I ate every day of this week. It was delicious. I had it for three…
PICCATA CREAMY CHICKEN
What is your favorite way to prepare chicken piccata for you? I prefer mine creamy. You want to ensure you have enough sauce to use on your vegetables, pasta, or crusty bread. Here's…
Quick Tomato Sauce
There are indeed some shortages in the stores due to this self-quarantine. Specifically, Purell and toilet paper. If you go to a supermarket, you will notice that the jarred sauces have…
EASY PORK CARNITAS
We are just about to enter week 3 of our quarantine/stay-at-home order here in Chicago. We are playing trivia on Zoom, FaceTimeing with our friends, and having taco night. I'm sure…
SESAME CHICKEN BOWLS
All week, I've been making sesame chicken noodle bowls. I use brown rice and quinoa, lentils, brown rice quinoa, or any grain left in my pantry. The saucy bits of chicken…
VODKA SAUCE
I've had this on my table nearly daily for the past week. It's creamy. It's bright. It's quick. It's easy. It's got everything you need: pasta, butter, vodka and fresh parmesan. Is there anything else…
BROWN BUTTER SCALLOPS
This is what you NEED. Scallops perfectly seared with foamy butter, fresh garlic, and thyme. It is divine. It is fast. It is quick. You only need five ingredients and 30 minutes to make…