Cooking Method: Baking

Matzo Crack

Guest blogger Jessica from Beauty Marks.
Matzo Crack has come to be a Passover staple, and is, as far as I’m concerned, the highest and best use of matzo. Some call it matzo Roca (and put almonds on it like Almond Roca), some matzo toffee – but matzo crack most aptly describes it. You will want more. You will scrape up the spilled baked brown sugar mixture from the cookie sheet. Your guests will rave.

By Leslie Blythe

Artichoke Dip

This Artichoke Dip is so quick and easy to prepare. It's SO good and can be served hot, cold or at room temperature. It's a great addition to any party.

By Leslie Blythe

Dinner Rolls

I surprised my family with this simple recipe for homemade Dinner Rolls. They are beautifully golden brown rolls with a soft and fluffy texture! They are very easy to make.

By Leslie Blythe

Oven-Fried Chicken

Fried chicken is a mess to make. After watching an episode of the Barefoot Contessa, I decided to try it. It’s called Oven Fried Chicken, which you fry in the beginning and then finish it in the oven. It’s not nearly as messy as the full fried version. It's crispy and moist and goes really well with mashed potatoes.

By Leslie Blythe

Rosemary Focaccia

Try this Rosemary Focaccia, which is an Italian flat bread similar to pizza dough. I made this one in a cast iron skillet.

By Leslie Blythe

Irish Soda Bread

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Green Bean and Barley Chicken Casserole

This Green Bean and Barley Chicken Casserole is a recipe from Country Living. It seems that most Southern recipes have a crunchy topping. This one is particularly delicious because it uses cheese crackers.

By Leslie Blythe

Caramelized Banana Clafoutis

Caramelized Banana Clafoutis is a very easy and delicious dessert. Clafoutis is a baked French dessert of fruit arranged and covered with a thick flan-like batter.

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Toasted Barley, Green Bean, and Shiitake Salad with Tofu

Toasted Barley, Green Bean, and Shiitake Salad with Tofu is a delicious salad, though I will admit a bit time consuming. Pressing all the liquid out of the tofu, then marinating and roasting it, makes this dish so flavorful.

By Leslie Blythe

Baked Chicken Wings 2 Ways

Chicken Wings 2 Ways is a great appetizer for any party. Traditional chicken wings are pretty spicy. I added a non-spicy version. You can divide the recipe in half and make both to satisfy everyone. The key to crispy chicken wings is boiling them first. These seem counter-intuitive, but it works. Make sure you pat them dry before roasting. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness!

By Leslie Blythe