Super Easy Mac & Cheese

Super Easy Mac & Cheese is perfect to get your kids involved in dinner. One of the things I am passionate about is getting kids interested in cooking. Over the years, I have taught many kids how to make simple meals. They can learn math skills, practice fine-motor coordination, make choices about nutrition, and practice basic cooking techniques. They can learn about different countries and traditions by making foods from around the world. It's also a great way to get families together in the kitchen. If you get kids cooking at an early age, chances are they will continue this good habit as they grow. I happen to collect Macaroni & Cheese recipes. I ran across this one and thought it would be perfect for kids to make. Just make sure you are there to help or supervise the pasta boiling part!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 10 Servings

Smashed Pea and Barley Soup

This Smashed Pea & Barley Soup is my friend's favorite soup from the California Pizza Kitchen. I found the recipe and made it. I really don't like pea soup in general, but this one was very good. It's completely vegetarian as well!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Honey Ginger Garlic Shrimp

This Honey Ginger Garlic Shrimp is crispy, caramelized and is great as an appetizer or a main dish.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Jalapeño Goat Cheese Hush Puppies

Hush Puppies are a ball of fried cornmeal, which a typical Southern side dish. These have goat cheese and jalapeño, which gives it an extra boost of flavor.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: Makes about 18

Roasted Chickpeas with Sesame Seeds, Lemon and Thyme

Roasted Chickpeas with Sesame Seeds, Lemon and Thyme is a super healthy snack and full of protein.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins
  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Thyme and Lemon Bundt Cake

This Thyme and Lemon Bundt Cake is from Simply Nigella by Nigella Lawson. It' is simply divine!

By Leslie Blythe

Pomegranate Avocado Salsa

Pomegranate Avocado Salsa is without a doubt the most addictive salsa and really beautiful! Pomegranates and avocados are rich in  antioxidants. Trust me, this also won't last long and all your guests are going to want the recipe. 

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Yields: 12 Servings

Green Beans, Potatoes and Tomatoes

Green Beans, Potatoes and Tomatoes come together for the ultimate side dish.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Cream Sauce

This Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Cream Sauce is seriously delicious! It's all done in one skillet and is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. I will be making this a lot.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 40 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings
Apple tart

Upside-Down Apple Tart (Tarte Tatin)

This Upside-Down Apple Tart (Tarte Tatin) is classic French dessert and is said to have been invented by accident in the 1860s at the Hotel Tatin, in the Sologne region of France.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 1 hr
  • Yields: 8 - 10 Servings