Hot Fudge Brownie Pudding

This Hot Fudge Brownie Pudding is rather decadent. It's crisp on the top and has a gooey pudding in the bottom. It's very similar to the Hot Fudge Pie I make for the holidays. You can take it over the top by adding a scoop of ice cream.

By Leslie Blythe

Caramelized Spicy Green Beans

I'm always searching for new side dish recipes. These Caramelized Spicy Green Beans are quick and easy to prepare. Haricot vert is the French term for these long, slender green beans. "Haricot" means bean and "vert" means green in French. They are also more tender and have a more robust flavor than your typical American green beans.

By Leslie Blythe

Cheesy Frito Bread with Pimentos

By Leslie Blythe

Dill Pickle Brined Chicken

Dill Pickle Brined Chicken is "dillicious"! Sorry, I had to say that! Pickle juice tenderizes the chicken and intensifies the the flavor.

By Leslie Blythe

Caramel Oranges

These Caramel Oranges are bathed in caramel sauce — simple, bright, and bold. You also can serve the oranges with ice cream, pound cake or yogurt.

By Leslie Blythe

Lime and Basil Chicken

This Lime and Basil Chicken is the perfect make-ahead meal. The chicken can be prepared the day before and marinated overnight to allow the flavors to permeate. Note that the chicken is baked at a high temperature for only 30 minutes. This creates a beautiful crispy brown skin while keeping the chicken moist.

By Leslie Blythe

Baby Spinach Salad with Dates and Almonds

My friend Liz made this wonderful salad for dinner from the Jerusalem cookbook. It's the Baby Spinach Salad with Dates and Almonds recipe that has fried pita bread pieces. The dates add a sweetness to this delicious salad.

By Leslie Blythe

Balsamic Strawberries in Puff Pastry with Rosemary Cream

I almost always have puff pastry in the freezer. It's so versatile. These Balsamic Strawberries in Puff Pastry with Rosemary Cream combines sweet and the savory taste of rosemary, which is infused into whipped cream.

By Leslie Blythe

Deconstructed Ratatouille

Ratatouille is a French Provençal stewed vegetable dish, originating in Nice, and sometimes referred to as ratatouille niçoise. This Deconstructed Ratatouille is a much fresher take on the classic. The recipe comes from Joy of Kosher.

By Leslie Blythe

Haricots Verts and Snow Peas with Hazelnuts and Orange

This Haricots Verts and Snow Peas with Hazelnuts and Orange recipes one of the most popular dishes in the Ottolenghi cookbook. It’s easy to make and can be made well in advance and chilled a day ahead of serving. The recipe can also be doubled or tripled (or more), if you’re feeding a crowd.

By Leslie Blythe