Stew

Crawfish Étouffée

Crawfish Étouffée

Today’s dish was not really bred from want or cravings, but more from all the extra crawfish tails leftover from the cajun fettuccine.  Not that it’s a bad thing- ever since Peaches made Chicken Étouffée for our Mardi Gras potluck a few months ago, crawfish etouffée has…

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken Tikka Masala

Chicken tikka masala is an Indian takeaway favorite- marinated in delicious spices with a creamy finish

Ham and Lentil Soup

Ham and Lentil Soup

The easy, delicious and hearty ham and lentil soup gives leftover ham bones new life, stealing their flavor for a brand new dish.

Chicken Gingersnap Stew

Chicken Gingersnap Stew

This chicken gingersnap stew is inspired by the Dutch rabbit stew, hasenpfeffer, this mixes it up with chicken for a more supermarket friendly find.

Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Curry

Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Curry

Thanksgiving leftover turkey curry borrows the flavors of Sri Lanka for a delicious twist on a traditional curry. Served with cranberry chutney.

Chicken Pelau

Chicken Pelau

A one-pot chicken dinner, this easy chicken pelau channels the bright and bold flavors of the Caribbean for a hearty meal that will please everyone.

Coconut Lime Curry Chicken

Coconut Lime Curry Chicken

Coconut Lime Curry Chicken is an easy and hearty chicken dish perfect for a quick dinner with a flavorful coconut base freshened up with lime.

Moqueca de Camaroes

Moqueca de Camaroes

So summer was here for a day and then I think that the collective hurrah! of the city of Chicago scared it away. It’s been cold, rainy and daily hopes of me grilling anytime soon are dashed by the constant rain, hail and yuck that…

Mote Pata

Mote Pata

Traditional Ecuadorian peanut and hominy stew mote pata served with a hint of lime, hard boiled eggs and avocado to make it a well-balanced meal.

Southwestern Pork Hominy Stew

Southwestern Pork Hominy Stew

Southwestern Pork Hominy Stew uses homemade salsa verde, herbs and spices for the perfect winter warm up.