During their time off, Ryan showed off his handyman skills while Val celebrated her 50th birthday with a fabulous party.This week on "Windy City Weekend," Val and Ryan caught up on the week's latest topics for Host Chat.Jennifer Morrison
"The Penolopiad," written by "The Handmaid's Tale" author Margaret Atwood, is a retelling of "The Odyssey" through the eyes of Odysseus' wife, Penelope.Easter is just around the corner! Chef and friend of the show Mario Manfredini is at Pete's Fresh Market in Wheaton to share how to make an Italian staple for the holidays, braciole.-1/3 cup minced fresh Italian flat parsleyYou can substitute sharp provolone for the fontina, if desired.
2. Halve steak against the grain to create two smaller steaks. Lay one steak on the cutting board with grain running parallel to the counter edge. Holding the blade of your chef's knife parallel to the counter, halve the steak horizontally to create two thin pieces. Repeat with the remaining steak. Cover one piece with plastic wrap and, using a meat pounder, flatten into a rough rectangle measuring no more than 1/4-inch thick. Repeat pounding with remaining three pieces.