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Julie Sexton. Photo Alison Rodilosso
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From Corporate America to Cookies: How a Local Baker Realized Her Passion After Retirement

Two years after retiring, and after nearly 30 years in the Greenhaven home she shares with husband Michael, the time was right.
Winter Radicchio Salad with Butternut Squash Serves 4 Ingredients 1 butternut squash, about 1½ lbs., peeled, seeded, and cut into ¾-inch pieces 3 Tablespoons good extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper ¼ cup red wine vinegar 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh dill 1 small head of radicchio, leaves torn (about 6 cups) 1 15.5 ounce can chickpeas, rinsed 1 cup crumbled Feta 1 Granny Smith apple, sliced ¼ cup pitted kalamata olives, halved Directions Preheat oven to 450ºF. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the squash in 1 tablespoon of olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Roast until tender, about 20-25 minutes, tossing once after 10 minutes. Let cool slightly. Whisk together the vinegar, dill, remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, and ¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the squash, radicchio, chickpeas, Feta, apple, and olives.
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Thankful to Be Off Pie Duty This Year

May your Thanksgiving be filled with all things delicious, old and new traditions, and full of love with family and friends.
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The Scoop on Soup

In the cold, dreariness of winter, who isn’t comforted by a chili or slow-cooker masterpiece?
Sheet-Pan Nachos Ingredients 1 pound ground beef, cooked 4 Tablespoons taco seasoning 1 large bag salted tortilla chips 1 can pinto or black beans, drained ¼ cup red salsa ¼ cup chopped red onion ¼ cup green onion 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated or shredded ½ cup sour cream 1 Roma tomato, finely chopped 3 Tablespoons cilantro, roughly chopped 1 avocado, cubed 1 sliced jalapeño ¼ cup pickled jalapeños Directions In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no pink remains. Drain and add taco seasoning along with 4 tablespoons of water. Season with salt and pepper. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet and layer with ¾ of the tortilla chips, ground beef, beans, salsa, red and green onions, and 1 cup of the cheese. Then layer the remaining chips and sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese has melted. Top with dollops of sour cream, guacamole, tomatoes, cilantro, avocado and any other toppings of your liking.
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Sheet-Pan Nachos, An Easy Dinner or Winning Appetizer

These sheet-pan nachos are the quickest hearty weeknight dinner or the perfect cornerstone to any football buffet, because they feed a crowd and they look spectacular.
Jane Carroll at the planned new location in Port Chester. Photo by David Hessekiel
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‘Shark Tank’ Winner to Open Port Chester Eatery

Following advice she received on Shark Tank, serial entrepreneur Jane Carroll plans to produce homestyle, preservative-free food in a large manufacturing kitchen in the historic Port Chester Savings Bank.
Yaku restaurant
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Peruvian Eatery Opens in Former Belluscio’s Space

On opening night, the restaurant buzzed with life. Guests sampled ceviche, anticucho, leche de tigre, and nikkei — a Japanese-Peruvian fusion dish.
Antonio’s Trattoria in the The Bronx
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Real Bronx Italian Deli Coming to Town

The decision to expand to Rye was driven by both opportunity and instinct.
Lemon Strawberry Parfait Serves 4 Ingredients 1 cup heavy cream 4Tablespoons sugar, divided 2Tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided 3 cups fresh strawberries, sliced Lemon zest for garnish Directions In a chilled medium size bowl, whip the heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of the sugar and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice. Gradually add in the remaining sugar and lemon juice whipping until the cream is thick but not overwhipped. Alternate layers of whipped cream and sliced strawberries in an 8-ounce glass, then top each with a dollop of cream and lemon zest.
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Simple and Fresh with a Dollop of Patriotism

Schulz writes that while these days may feel quite the opposite of Norman Rockwell idealism, she hopes we can find comfort in the little things that connect us this July 4th.
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Absolutely Amazing Asparagus

The recipe is light and flavorful, because the pine nuts and citrus add dimension to the flavor of the asparagus.
Swordfish kebobs
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Keep Calm and Put the Kebobs On

Whether you are feeding a crowd or contributing to a potluck this weekend, kebobs and brats are versatile, travel well, and may just become your new Memorial Day tradition.

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