Cooking Method: Boiling

Lemony Chicken & Rice Soup

The fresh lemon juice adds a nice citrus note to this Lemony Chicken & Rice Soup. It goes really well with dark rye bread and butter. Also, this soup freezes well.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Hot Potato Salad

This Hot Potato Salad is a recipe my sister-in-law got from her friend's family. It's a perfect hearty side dish for Octoberfest. The hot potatoes get tossed in a  smokey, tangy, bacon vinaigrette. You know, to soak up all that beer!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 40 mins
  • Yields: 10 Servings

Japanese Sesame Broccoli

 

This Japanese Sesame Broccoli is so fast and easy and pairs well with pork tonkatsu. Miso paste is used in the sauce and is a traditional Japanese seasoning produced by fermenting soybeans with salt and koji (the fungus Aspergillus oryzae) and sometimes rice, barley, or other ingredients. 

By Leslie Blythe

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

Asparagus and Mâche with Pistachios and Soft-Cooked Eggs

 

Asparagus and Mâche with Pistachios and Soft-Cooked Eggs is a wonderful addition to any buffet table. If you can't find mâche, you can use arugula.

By Leslie Blythe

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

Wild Rice, Wheat Berry & Quinoa Salad with Dried Cranberries & Almonds

You can't get much healthier than this Wild Rice, Wheat Berry & Quinoa Salad with Dried Cranberries & Almonds! It's perfect for your lunch at work.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 8 Servings

Lobster Rolls

Lobster Rolls are one of my favorite things to eat while on the east coast. It’s heaven in a bun. The lobster roll was originated at a restaurant named Perry's, in Milford, Connecticut, as early as 1929.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 30 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Shrimp Scampi with Fettuccine

 

Shrimp Scampi is a dish that has plenty of garlic, butter and dry white wine or lemon juice. It is often served over pasta. The key to this dish is not to over cook the shrimp.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Mussels in White Wine

I have eaten mussels many different ways, but this is the most classic way to serve them. Mussels in White Wine is very easy and fast to make.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 2 Servings as a main or 4 Servings as a starter

Fettuccine in Creamy Basil Sauce with Roasted Tomatoes on the Vine

Fettuccine in Creamy Basil Sauce with Roasted Tomatoes on the Vine is so good. There is nothing better than tomatoes with fresh basil from the garden.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings