When the weather in Chicago gets frightful, then it's time to drink something warm and delightful. That's why we wanted to offer you these three drink recipes that are perfect to serve at a gathering on a cold night or after a chilly outing. They are easy to make and can be kept warm in a…
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With the winter fast approaching, it’s time to get out the soup pot and start cooking up some delicious soup and stew dinners! In this post, we have a yummy soup that is sure to warm your soul and please your palate this winter. Let’s begin! Winter White Chicken Chili With Cilantro and Lime Ingredients…
If you’re planning to cook for friends and it’s your first time arranging a dinner for others, you may be feeling slightly intimidated by the task before you. But fear not! When you’re a beginner in any discipline, it’s best to start slow and easy. And the same goes for cooking. Below, we have a…
As the leaves start to fall and we begin to enjoy “sweater weather,” it's only natural to start craving cold weather foods that warm the heart and soul. Here are some ideas for different soups to enjoy and celebrate the change of seasons: Fall Soup Recipes Roasted vegan pumpkin soup: Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Dice…
Everyone needs a little sweetness in life. If you love drinking soda but want to cut back on artificial additives or chemicals, the easy answer is making your own homemade sodas. Four Soda Syrups You Need to Try Now Combine 2 ounces of the syrup from each of the following recipes with 8 ounces of your choice…
In 2003, the North American Blueberry Council (NABC) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) teamed up to designate July as National Blueberry Month in the U.S. This July, take advantage of farm-ripened fruit at the local organic market during peak season when the quality is the best, and prices are low. Here are…
Cauliflower is all the rage right now in Chicago, Illinois, and beyond, for good reason. It offers a low-fat and no-carb solution to some typically less-than-healthy dishes like cheesy Alfredo sauce. Nothing says "hearty" like pasta, so find out how you can make it guilt-free with cauliflower. Why Cauliflower? It’s firm enough to pass as…
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