Cuisine: Cheese
Lighthouse Inn Potatoes
Lighthouse Inn Potatoes originated at an iconic hotel and restaurant located in New London, Connecticut, which closed in 2008. Executive Chef Leon “Wally” Walden, who worked there for nearly 50 years, created Lighthouse Inn Potatoes. It is similar to scalloped potatoes, but instead of sliced potatoes he used chunks of potatoes that are cooked in light cream and butter and a bit of baking soda, which neutralizes the potatoes’ tannins and create a velvety sauce. The potatoes are topped with buttery parmesan panko breadcrumbs and baked until the bubbling and golden brown.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 40 mins
- Yields: 12 Servings
Hot Cuban Dip
Last week, I made Hot Reuben Dip and this week, it's Hot Cuban Dip. It captures all the flavors of the iconic Cuban sandwich in a dip. It's made with a creamy base of cream cheese and mayonnaise, studded with chunks of ham, Swiss cheese, and tangy pickles, and baked until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep: 15 mins
Hot Reuben Dip
My nephew Will was visiting from the UK. He loves reuben sandwiches, so I made him this Hot Reuben Dip. It's a combination of corned beef (I couldn't find any so I used pastrami), cream cheese, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, sour cream, ketchup, and spicy brown mustard. It's baked in the oven and served with rye or pumpernickel. It was delicious.
- Prep: 5 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 8 Servings
Spinach Artichoke Dip Pizza
Spinach Artichoke Dip Pizza is a delicious and unique twist on the classic pizza. It combines the creamy, cheesy goodness of spinach artichoke dip with a pre-made pizza dough. It makes a great party appetizer. I used Trader Joe’s Rectangular Pizza Crust or you can use Boboli. It's so easy and so good.
- Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 10 mins
- Yields: Makes 1 pizza
Boursin Puff Pastry Christmas Tree
This Boursin Puff Pastry Christmas Tree is a show-stopping hors d’oeuvre for your holiday party. It's easy, festive, and only has 3 ingredients.
By - Prep: 15 mins
- Cook: 15 mins
Million Dollar Chicken
Million Dollar Chicken is a dish inspired by Neiman Marcus Dip, a recipe created by chef Helen Corbit in the 1950s. She worked at the Zodiac Room, a restaurant in the Neiman Marcus department store in Dallas, Texas. The recipe was never officially released, but it is believed to have been a combination of cream cheese, mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, and almonds. The name "Million Dollar Dip" is said to have come from the fact that the dip was so good, it tasted like it cost a million dollars.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 25 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
‘Marry Me’ Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken is a dish that gained popularity on TikTok in 2021. It's a creamy, flavorful chicken dish with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, spinach and herbs. The name comes from the claim that the dish is so delicious, it will make you want to marry the person who made it for you. This version adds pappardelle pasta. I have to say, I would be tempted to marry myself! It's really delicious.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 20 mins
- Yields: 2 Servings
One Skillet French Onion Tater Tot Casserole
I recently made this Tater Tot Cowboy Casserole. It was insanely good, so I made another version of it. One-Skillet French Onion Tater Tot Casserole is a cross between French onion soup and a classic midwest style tater tot casserole. It is made with caramelized onions, ground beef, bell peppers, garlic, and topped with a layer of Gruyère cheese, tater tots and baked in the oven until the tater tots are golden brown and then get an extra layer of cheddar cheese.
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 45 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
Bacon-Wrapped Apricots Stuffed with Pistachios and Mozzarella
Bacon-Wrapped Apricots Stuffed with Pistachios and Mozzarella is a delicious appetizer that combines sweet, savory, and salty flavors. The recipe involves dried apricots poached in a spiced sherry vinegar, stuffed with pistachios and mozzarella, and then wrapped in bacon for a simple yet unforgettable party snack.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
Tater Tot Cowboy Casserole
This family-friendly Tater Tot Cowboy Casserole is a hearty and delicious casserole dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. It is made with ground beef, corn, cream of mushroom soup, and cheddar cheese, and it is topped with a layer of crispy tater tots. The casserole is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as black beans, spinach, or onions, to the beef mixture. You can also use different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or Colby.
- Prep: 25 mins
- Cook: 50 mins
- Yields: 6 Servings
