Most Underutilized Kitchen Tool (you already own)

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The Broiler.  

Kitchen Oven Broiler

Use the oven broiler to make tasty food – fast!

New and seasoned chefs alike, are commonly afraid to use this basic oven tool when cooking in the kitchen.  Nonsense!

I challenge you to make one of my favorite and delicious BROILER recipes, the Breakfast Frittata!  It is really easy to make- especially in the morning.

TIP: Try it tomorrow morning and serve it to your sweetie in bed!

Breakfast Frittata Recipe 

Chicago Chef Events?

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Is it me, or is there still not enough Chicago Chef Events? 

Chef Eric LeVine (right) and me at a cancer fundraiser last month.

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Garlic Mussels in Tomato Cream and White Wine Sauce

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Garlic Mussels Tomato Cream White Wine Herbs

Garlic Mussels in Tomato Cream and White Wine Sauce

  • Saute garlic in olive oil *
  • Add mussels, white wine, tomato sauce, clam juice, heavy cream and cover in saucepan.
  • Finish with basil and parsley.

*TIP:     Hot Pan, Cold Oil

Roasted Octopus Salad

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Roasted Octopus Salad

Roasted Octopus Salad

  • Boil whole Octopus in salt water
  • Chop Octopus
  • Roast in broiler on high
  • Finish in saute pan with olive oil, roasted garlic, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper to taste.

Serve with a parsley garnish.