Irish Lemon Pudding Tart

This Irish Lemon Pudding Tart is sweet and tart. It is light and delicious, with a simple tart crust. An elegant dessert to serve on St. Patrick's Day or any day for that matter!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 50 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Irish Beef Stew

This Irish Beef Stew uses Irish stout and is rich and hearty. The beef is incredibly tender. The stout beer really adds a great flavor.​ Perfect for a St. Patrick's Day meal!

By Leslie Blythe

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

Hearty Beef, Leek, & Barley Stew

This Hearty Beef, Leek, & Barley Stew is the ultimate in comfort food. I have made this recipe for years. It's from Gourmet LA, a Junior League cookbook. It is a stew that is simple to make and not your typical beef stew recipe. It is light and delicious for the chilly winter nights. Serve it with a nice loaf of crusty bread and a salad.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 2 hrs 30 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Orange Salmon with Leeks and Mushrooms

I am always trying new ways to make salmon. I was at the market in the produce section and saw leeks, which I happen to love and had all the rest of the ingredients for this Orange Salmon with Leeks and Mushrooms. Earthy mushrooms and sweet leeks are a classic combination and pair beautifully with this orange marinated salmon.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Pasta with Chickpeas and Za’atar

I was home alone and rummaged through my pantry and made this Pasta with Chickpeas and Za’atar from Yotam Ottolenghi's cookbook, Simple. Za'atar is a mixture of sumac, sesame seed and herbs used throughout the Middle East and the Mediterranean. It was the perfect dinner channel surfing in front of the TV.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Rosemary Cashews

Here is a savory cocktail nibble that would satisfy a French host's needs. These Rosemary Cashews were inspired by the bar nuts served at Union Square Cafe in New York City, which is one of Ina Garten's favorite restaurants in the world. The cashews are best served warm, but you can prepare the rosemary mixture in advance.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Lemon-Chive Dipping Sauce

After eating these Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Lemon-Chive Dipping Sauce, you wonder why on earth you didn't like Brussels Sprouts as a kid! This is a snack without the guilt. You're welcome!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Cranberry Bean Soup

I bought these Cranberry Beans online from Rancho Gordo. They are amazing heirloom bean producers located in Napa, California. I decided to make this Cranberry Bean Soup. These beans are absolutely incredible, very creamy inside. These beans are versatile and velvety, this thin-skinned Borlotti bean produces a rich, indulgent bean broth, making it perfect for classic Italian dishes as well as simple pot beans. The soup was so easy to make. I actually made it in a slow cooker.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 2 hrs
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Braised Red Wine Beef Short Ribs with Parmesan Polenta

My daughter Zoe made Braised Red Wine Beef Short Ribs with Parmesan Polenta. Browning and then braising the short ribs for hours in the oven makes them "fall off the bone" tender. The creamy Parmesan polenta is a nice alternative to potatoes or rice.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 30 mins
  • Cook: 3 hrs 5 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Cheesy Taco Casserole

This Cheesy Taco Casserole is a quick and easy to prepare for a weeknight dinner.  It's cheesy, meaty, and guaranteed to be a hit with your family!

By Leslie Blythe

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