Chicagoland Chef du Jour's

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Mexican Venison/ Beef Stew

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My husband was gifted with 2 venison steaks and was on a quest to make something tasty with it, something I wouldn't be scared to eat. Yep, you guessed it, this city girl has never had venison. Surprise, I really enjoyed this and thought it would... MORE»

Recipe #399770

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Mexican Potato & Chorizo Tortilla

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

OH my this was tasty. Better than I fantacized it to be! How many times has that happened in your life?? I digress, if you like chorizo, try it, you'll LOVE it! I used both flour (as Emeril suggests) and corn tortillas. Pick your favorite,... MORE»

Recipe #397399

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Gale Gand's - Quick Vanilla Buttercream Frosting

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I have made many different variations of buttercream frosting because it is my husband's favorite. I have to say, I like this best. I made 1 1/2 x recipe to frost a double layer 9" cake. MORE»

Recipe #396314

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Cabbage Soup (With Beef and Beans)

(2 reviews) Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This is a a very simple, yet tasty soup. The recipe was passed along to me several years ago from my husband's Aunt via her BFF Helen. Add as much cabbage and chili powder as you like. Start with a little, taste test and add more to taste. The... MORE»

Recipe #395117

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Garlic Sauteed Spinach (Ina Garten)

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

I saw Ina make this super easy side dish a few weeks back. It is easy, delicious and very tasty. From: Food Network / Barefoot Contessa Family Style. The beauty of this that I have halved the recipe and just made enough for the 2 of us. MORE»

Recipe #393918

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Chocolate Crack -- Saltine Toffee Squares

(1 reviews) Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

My GF passed this recipe along to me last year before the holiday. I am making it again today for a block party. It's a buttery chocolatey delight! Make a double batch, one with & with out the nuts. *Prep and cooking time does not include... MORE»

Recipe #391038

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Hummus (Topped With Everything I Love) Appetizer

(1 reviews) Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

Need a quick and easy appetizer? This is an incredibly tasty dish to serve at your next dinner party, game night or GNO. My fabulous neighbor brought this layered dip to our block party yesterday.... it was gone in the blink of an eye once... MORE»

Recipe #391008

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White Gravy/ Sauce With Peas

(1 reviews) Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This white sauce is affectionately known as "Pea Gravy" in our house. Makes me smile & laugh every time I say it. I grew up on the stuff. It was always served over rice alongside Wienerschnitzle Ala Wolfgang Puck. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #390832

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Tasty Sauteed Chicken Breasts

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This recipe is ridiculously easy and simple (almost embarrassed to share). I thought about keeping it to myself but then thought what the heck, this is good! I just threw this together hoping the family would like it. It was a huge hit. It's... MORE»

Recipe #386277

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Sweet Ginger Wonton Nests W/ Mixed Sorbets and Berries

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This recipe appeared in today's USA Weekend magazine. It looks very yummy, refreshing and impressive. A perfect finale to any dinner party. Prep time does not included freeze time. Recipe by: Pam Anderson MORE»

Recipe #384824

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Pear & Blue Cheese Walnut Salad W/ Pear Vinaigrette

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This is a recipe I clipped from a cooking magazine over 20 years ago. I suppose the salad is similar to others posted but the dressing is slightly different. Pear nectar can be found amongst the canned juices at your grocer. Buy a good crumbled... MORE»

Recipe #384125

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Cranberry-Limoncello Martini

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Simply delicious & gorgeous! Created by the Hartstone Inn, Camden, Maine. Prep time includes simmering and cooling time. Can be made by the glass or pitcher. MORE»

Recipe #383630

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Chopped Salad & Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This recipe is from our grammar school cookbook. Submitted by Mrs. I. I have made it twice now and REALLY love it. A good blue cheese & Paul Newman's Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing really makes all the difference. Enjoy! MORE»

Recipe #381660

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Frosted Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies

(1 reviews) Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

These are a family recipe that goes way back.. My husband grew up on these and his family loves them. FINALLY, after almost 13 years, I got the recipe. There are a few family variations out there, but this is by far the best. My (4th generation)... MORE»

Recipe #371253

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Spanish Chicken With Bacon and Olives

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

My husband dug out "What's for Dinner" by Maryana Vollstedt and combined 2 recipes to come up with this really tasty dish. It makes great leftovers and I was amazed how tender and juicy the chicken breast remained. I love the smokiness... MORE»

Recipe #371239

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Asparagus Soup

(1 reviews) Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

A great beginning to any meal. Great for lunch or dinner. This is very good and easy to make. This recipe is easily halved. The first time I made this, I used what I had on hand and made a couple substitutions. I used scallions for the leeks,... MORE»

Recipe #371204

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Beef Vegetable Noodle Soup

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This is a recipe that continues to evolve. After making again tonight, I decided to write it down. Browning the beef and adding wine really adds to the richness. I prefer to boil the noodles separately so that everyone can add as many noodles as... MORE»

Recipe #370871

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Tapas: Bacon Wrapped Dates and Sweet Red Pepper Sauce

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This recipe was inspired by one of our favorite tapas dishes. It's just like we it remember from our first date some 13 years ago. I incorporated 2 Zaar recipes to create this clone. All of this can be made ahead and warmed in the microwave... MORE»

Recipe #365804

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Hemetschwenger - (Mennonite) Apple Turnovers

Posted by Chicagoland Chef du Jour  

This, in a word, is AMAZING! My DS proclaimed, "I think I died and went to heaven!" I made this recipe for my 4th grader who is studying and reporting on the state of Kansas. He needed to make a food item to share with the class. Many... MORE»

Recipe #361678

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Baked Corned Beef Brisket Ala Kevin the BBQguru

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This recipe is from an ol' friend, Kevin The BBQGURU at RecipeGoldmine.com. The process needs to be started the night before. Oven time is estimated depending on the size of the brisket used. Wonderful with Colleen's Colcannon Potatoes, fresh rye bread,... MORE»

Recipe #361142

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