Cooking Method: Sautéing

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Fresh Figs

When you have an abundance of figs, you need to make Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Fresh Figs. It's to die for. Yotam Ottolenghi is a genius. 

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 35 mins
  • Yields: 4 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

Herbed Chickpeas

 

These Herbed Chickpeas are crispy, salty, very flavorful and so quick and easy to make. Chickpeas were one of the most nutritious members of the legumes family. They are a healthy, low-fat, high fiber, whole food snack.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: Makes about 3 cups

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

Za’atar Chicken

This Za'atar Chicken is very flavorful. Za’atar is a Middle Eastern herb blend typically made from dried thyme, marjoram, oregano, sumac, toasted sesame seeds and salt. Variations of this herb and spice blend go back to medieval times and it's common in all the countries of the Middle East.

By Leslie Blythe

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

Brazilian Chicken and Rice

Brazilian Chicken and Rice, also known as Galinhada, is all done in one pan for easy cleanup. It's very simple to make and really comforting and delicious. The leftovers can be reheated for lunch the next day.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Lemon Chicken in a Slow Cooker

 

This Lemon Chicken in a Slow Cooker is perfectly juicy and tender, easy to make, and full of  fresh lemony flavor. It's a fast and family-friendly weeknight meal.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Green Chile Rice and Chicken Skillet Dinner

This Green Chile Rice and Chicken Skillet Dinner is all done in one pan, which makes clean up a breeze. It's also delicious!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins
  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Green Beans with Mustard & Cider Vinegar

Wake Up Your Beans!
I am always looking for new ways to brighten up green beans. These Green Beans with Mustard & Cider Vinegar are tangy and sweet.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings