Paul Theroux had it right when he pronounced January "the season of recovery and preparation."

First, the recovery. I'll bet you're just as weary as the rest of us after so many holiday activities which, for me, included ...Read More

Parsley is one reliable green this time of year. No matter the weather, you can count on parsley — curly and Italian — to be in every grocery store, and the kitchen workhorse can do more than garnish a plate.

It makes...Read More

This simple, yet flavorful, chicken cabbage soup is perfect for enjoying on a cold day. Sherry vinegar adds a touch of brightness and pairs well with the medley of vegetables. Serve with crusty bread.

One-Pot Chicken & ...Read More

Coffee has gone from a morning wake up or a drink to have with dessert to a dessert itself. On its own, coffee has about five calories per serving, as well as no fat or sugar. But between sugary, flavored syrups, whipped ...Read More

As a professional cook, I often try to come up with different versions of traditional dishes. Take chili, for example. I have prepared all kinds of meat chilis along with bean and poultry chilis, and sometimes I want the ...Read More

Every January I vow to be someplace other than Chicago, but I often find myself stuck at home. Oh well! The house will warm nicely with an oven full of the flavors so beloved in the Yucatan: fresh lime, habanero and ...Read More