Cooking Method: Assembling

Limoncello Tiramisu

One of my daughter Grace's favorite desserts is Tiramisu. I wanted to try something new. I made this Limoncello Tiramisu - actually that is a lie. My husband made it. I bought the ingredients and he threw it together. The hardest part about making Tiramisu is finding the @&%#$! ladyfingers! It's super lemony and delicious.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 6 hrs
  • Yields: 10 Servings

White Grapefruit Tiramisu

White Grapefruit is a fresh, citrusy spin on the traditional Italian dessert.This light and fluffy White Grapefruit Tiramisu is made with Layers of grapefruit soaked ladyfingers, silky smooth mascarpone, and cream.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Crunchy Toffee Buckeyes

I was watching the Valerie Bertinelli cooking show and saw her make these Crunchy Toffee Buckeyes and given the fact that I was born in Cleveland Ohio, I thought I better try them. They are really good, but insanely sweet. The photograph doesn't exactly do them justice!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 35 mins
  • Yields: Makes 32 buckeyes

Santa Fe Corn Salad

This Santa Fe Corn Salad is easy to throw together and is perfect for a side dish or lunch meal. This summery salad is a crowd-pleasing, make-ahead recipe that everyone loves.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Fresh Fig, Burrata with Basil and Balsamic Glaze

Fresh Fig, Burrata with Basil and Balsamic Glaze is what you make when you have a fig tree with ripe figs and burrata. I served this and people were hesitant until they tried it. Let's just say it was gone in a flash.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

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