Cuisine: Cheese

Quick Tomato-Basil Pasta with Fresh Mozzarella

This Quick Tomato-Basil Pasta with Fresh Mozzarella is an easy back to school, family-friendly meal, using minimal ingredients. It's pasta with tomatoes, mini mozzarella balls, and fresh basil.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Costco Chicken Bakes

One of Costco's most famous menu items is the Costco Chicken Bake, the object of a cult following. It's cheesy bread roll encasing a gooey mix of chicken, bacon and Caesar dressing. Somehow, it just works.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Lynda’s 7 Layer Dip

We just got back from a wonderful trip to Maine and our friend Lynda made this incredible 7 Layer Dip. It's one of those dips you can't stop eating! Here is Lynda's recipe.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins

Tomato Gruyère Tart

This Tomato Gruyère Tart is an easy and incredibly delicious tart. Perfect for using up homegrown garden tomatoes. It only needs a few ingredients. You can also replace the Gruyère with some Parmesan or mozzarella.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 25 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Fried Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Mozzarella & Basil

My daughter Grace made these Fried Squash Blossoms Stuffed with Mozzarella & Basil. They are the epitome of summer! Served with warm marinara sauce for dipping. YUM!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 2 Servings

Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms

These Cheesy Stuffed Mushrooms are deceptively simple to make. They are great for parties and get-togethers because they are not only delicious but also can be made ahead.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 5 mins
  • Yields: 6 Servings

Tomato-Lemon Tart

This Tomato-Lemon Tart is something my daughter Zoe made for brunch with her friends. Using frozen puff pastry makes this very easy. I think I could retire soon if she keeps this up!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Tomato, Bacon Tart with Blue Cheese & Gruyère

While rummaging through my kitchen to make something for dinner, I came up with this Tomato, Bacon Tart with Blue Cheese & Gruyère. It is kind of like a pizza, except the crust is flaky, buttery, crumbly puff pastry that you can serve as a meal with a green salad or as an appetizer cut into smaller pieces. Also, you can substitute any kind of cheeses and fresh herbs you like.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 30 mins
  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Meyer Lemon, Goat Cheese Naan Pizza with Arugula

This super simple Meyer Lemon, Goat Cheese Naan Pizza with Arugula recipe is a breeze to make. The flavors are fresh and oh so delicious! Serve for lunch, dinner, or as a party appetizer!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Watermelon Shrimp Salad

Watermelon means summer. This Watermelon Shrimp Salad is marinated in a lime dressing before getting topped with shrimp, avocados, tomatoes, spicy jalapeños, and tart crumbles of queso fresco or feta. Perfect on a hot summer's day.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 20 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings