Maple Mustard Chicken
This Maple Mustard Chicken has a tangy and sweet flavor. The maple mustard sauce works really well on chicken thighs, but would also be great on pork. I used boneless, skinless thighs. If you want it to get crispy, then leave the skin on.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
Mashed Potato Casserole with Sage and Fontina
There's no need to slave away making mashed potatoes at the last minute! This creamy, cheesy, crispy baked mashed-potato casserole is the perfect make-ahead dish. The potatoes get mashed with a creamy, tangy mix of crème fraîche, fontina, butter, parsley and sage. It's simply divine.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 8 - 10 Servings
Cherry Dump Cake
In an effort to use up things in my pantry.... This Cherry Dump Cake is very similar to my Cherry Cherry recipe. It's ridiculously easy to dump it all together!
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 55 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Chicken with Chickpeas, Leeks & Yogurt Sauce
Chicken with Chickpeas, Leeks & Yogurt Sauce is very versatile because you can eat it hot, warm or cold. And the it's all done on one sheet pan, which is becoming my favorite way to cook.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 1 hr
- Yields: 4 Servings
Asparagus, Corn, Tomato & Feta Salad
This Asparagus, Corn, Tomato & Feta Salad is not only beautiful, but also delicious. It's a great summer side dish and perfect to bring as a potluck. You can substitute the feta with your favorite cheese, like mozzarella or goat cheese.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Grilled Chicken and Soba Noodles with Miso Vinaigrette
This Grilled Chicken and Soba Noodles with Miso Vinaigrette is from Cooking Light Magazine and is perfect for a warm summer evening. You can make the whole thing ahead of time and eat it chilled with a lovely glass of wine.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Asparagus with Wasabi Mayonnaise
I remember first having this Asparagus with Wasabi Mayonnaise years ago at a party in Indiana on Lake Michigan. The combination of wasabi, mayo, soy sauce, lemon juice and a pinch of sugar is ambrosial. I don't even like wasabi!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
Lemon Marinated Tortellini, Basil & Tomato Skewers
These Lemon Marinated Tortellini, Basil & Tomato Skewers are very easy to make and perfect for a summer party.
- Prep: 20 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Yields: Makes 20 skewers
Baby Zucchini Sautéed with Garlic & Balsamic
People love baby versions of vegetables. This Baby Zucchini Sautéed with Garlic & Balsamic is quick, easy and very flavorful.
- Prep: 30 mins
- Cook: 5 mins
- Yields: 4 Servigs
Smoked Olives
My sister-in-law Rhonda brought us these smoked olives from the Suffolk Smokehouse and Deli in the UK. People go crazy for them. They go great with cocktails, beer, and wine.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: Makes 3 cups











