Category Archives: Main Entrees
Towne Shoppe’s Hamburger Soup
Years ago, there was a Soda Fountain/Magazine Shop in downtown Barrington called the Towne Shoppe. I think it had been there forever. There was the typical long counter that you would find in a Soda Fountain along with the requisite … Continue reading →
Asian Turkey Burgers
When we went to St. Louis to view the 2017 eclipse, Kevin and Katy built a party around the event and served these luscious Asian Turkey Burgers. They reminded us of our Porkies (Barbecued Pork Patties) on this site, but are probably a … Continue reading →
Tortellini with Castelvetrano Olives, Grape Tomatoes, & Basil
Castelvetrano olives are a real joy. I discovered them in the Olive Bar at our local Heinan’s grocery store and have become addicted. They are buttery in flavor and not overly salty. They are great for snacking or in recipes. (Buy … Continue reading →
Vegetable Picnic Sandwiches
The idea for this came from and old Woman’s Day Encyclopedia of Cookery that we’ve had since we were first married. As usual, it has been modifies for our taste and for ease of preparation. These are nice, light, summer … Continue reading →
Pasta Primavera
Natalie found this recipe many years ago in a magazine or newspaper and has been making it ever since. It’s been modified a little from the original, but we always try to make recipes our own. This is a nice … Continue reading →
Natalie’s Hot Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
This is a great way to use up leftover ham. But these are so good, we’ve been known to go out and get a small canned ham just to make these. They freeze well and are nice for parties. You … Continue reading →
Hilary’s Chinese Chicken Salad
For Jared and Izabella’s wedding shower, Natalie’s sister, Valarie, made a wonderful chicken salad that came from her daughter Hilary’s recipe. There were many requests at the shower for the recipe, so here it is. This is an easy-to-make healthy … Continue reading →
Grilled Tuna with Aioli, Capers and Grilled Tomatoes
This is a wonderful summer recipe when you want to grill something healthy. It is pictured here accompanied by Horseradish and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes, and Red Cabbage Coleslaw. The Quick Aioli recipe used on the tuna would definitely work on … Continue reading →
Gulyas Leves (Goulash Soup)
When I was growing up, despite being immersed in Hungarian cookery, no one in the family ever made Hungarian Goulash. I guess it wasn’t part of the Northern Hungarian cuisine. When Jared and Izabella went to Hungary a couple of … Continue reading →
Beef-Mushroom Wine Sauce
I put this recipe together to put over meatloaf, but it would be excellent on any type of steak. It doesn’t take long to make and is lower in fat than regular gravy. Beef-Mushroom Wine Sauce February 29, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
Krumpli Galuska (Potato Dumplings)
This was one of my favorite foods as I was growing up. In my family, it was one of the few traditional Hungarian foods that we ate on a regular basis. It’s still one of Jeff’s favorites, as well as … Continue reading →
Thai Chicken In Napa Cabbage
This is a quick and almost foolproof recipe with a bit of spice. It’s light and healthy and one of our favorite summer recipes, although it’s good any time of year. Thai Chicken In Napa Cabbage February 21, 2012 by Mark … Continue reading →
Chili
There are at least a million Chili recipes out there, and probably about a half-million Chili Cook-off contests. I took my basic recipe and enhanced it with the spices from the number one award winning recipe on the web. Chili … Continue reading →
Porkies (Barbecued Pork Patties)
This is a Vietnamese recipe we found in an Oriental Barbecue book. It is a fun meal because it gathers everyone around the table where you assemble your own pork wraps. Porkies (Barbecued Pork Patties) December 14, 2011 by Mark Karney … Continue reading →
Natalie’s Spinach Pie
Natalie used to make this all of the time, we need to rediscover this recipe. Natalie’s Spinach Pie December 13, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 2 C Flour 1/2 C Cornmeal (White) 1/4 C Grated Parmesan cheese 3/4 C Butter 6-10 … Continue reading →
Crepes
This is my mother’s crepe recipe as would be used in Palacintas. They can also be used as dinner and dessert crepes with your choice of fillings. Crepes December 11, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 2 Eggs 2 c Flour 2 … Continue reading →
Cabbage and Noodles
This is an old Hungarian recipe that I learned from my mother. Natalie and I were campers before kids and kept up the tradition after kids. We always tried to prepare simple, good meals and it was a bonus if … Continue reading →
Pizza Dough #2
This is a lighter dough than Pizza Dough #1, but still contains fiber and whole grain. Pizza Dough #2 December 9, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1 ¼c Warm water 1 Pkg. rapid rise dry yeast 1 tsp Sugar 1 c … Continue reading →
Pizza Dough #1
This is a whole grain based recipe that makes a heavy crunchy dough. Pizza Dough #1 December 9, 2011 by Mark Karney Ingredients 1 ½ c Warm water 2 Pkg. Dry yeast 1 Tbsp Brown sugar ½ c Yellow Corn Meal … Continue reading →
Grandma Matouski’s Sausage & Sauerkraut
Natalie’s mom has made this recipe as standard holiday fare since day one. Grandpa Matouski always made a trip into Chicago to Minelli’s to buy the sausage. In later years we found a couple of sources for good sausage closer … Continue reading →
Smoked Salmon
When I got my first smoker, probably in the late 1990’s, I went over to see my backyard neighbor, Dudley Welch who had been smoking fish for quite a while. Dudley had a marinade recipe that he swore by, from … Continue reading →
Salmon With Mark’s Soon to Be Famous Salsa
I came up with this one a few summers ago when we started cooking salmon on the grill. Natalie likes spicy, and this recipe can be as spicy as you like depending on the amount of jalapenos that you add. … Continue reading →
Señor Marc’s Gazpacho
This is an end of summer recipe when the garden is yielding more bounty than you know what to do with. It is a great summer meal served with fresh cornbread. I went through many Gazpacho recipes and finally developed … Continue reading →