Cooking Method: Assembling

Chicken & Broccoli Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Dressing

This Chicken & Broccoli Salad with Lemon Poppyseed Dressing is a great salad to serve on a hot summer's night. I've always loved things you can made ahead.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Yields: 4 - 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.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Radish Crostini with Lemon Cheese Spread

Radish Crostini with Lemon Cheese Spread makes a great hors d'oeuvres for a party. It's light, lemony and very refreshing.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Brie with Honey & Rosemary

What do you do if people stop by around the cocktail hour? Brie with Honey & Rosemary is less than five minutes to prepare!

By Leslie Blythe

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

Caramelized Onion Cranberry Compote Cream Cheese Crackers

Hosting a party is stressful, whether it's a small get-together or a holiday fête for a crowd. The key is making as much food ahead of time as possible, so all you have to do day-of is reheat and do a little last-minute prep. These Caramelized Onion Cranberry Compote Cream Cheese Crackers can be made ahead and will be a crowd pleaser.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: Makes 1 cup

Chicken, Broccoli Slaw, Gorgonzola with Champagne Pear Vinaigrette in Pita

 

Lunch is served! These Chicken, Broccoli Slaw, Gorgonzola with Champagne Pear Vinaigrette in Pita are delicious. You can even use firm tofu instead of chicken and make it vegetarian.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Lemon Chicken & Arugula Salad with Israeli Couscous & Quinoa

This Lemon Chicken & Arugula Salad with Israeli Couscous & Quinoa is a very close version of a salad from Trader Joe's. Make it on Sunday and have it for lunch during the week.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Yields: 8 -10 Servings

Watermelon, Mint, Feta and Balsamic Glaze

This Watermelon, Mint, Feta and Balsamic Glaze is so simple and very refreshing on a hot summer's night.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Crunchy Napa Cabbage Slaw

The key word here is crunchy! This Crunchy Napa Cabbage Slaw is so fresh tasting and the dressing is to die for!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 25 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 16 Servings

Ramen Noodle Salad with Edamame and Mandarin Oranges

This Ramen Noodle Salad with Edamame and Mandarin Oranges is so crunchy and fresh tasting. Perfect for a picnic in the park. You can add chicken for more protein.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Yields: 8 - 10 Servings