Cuisine: Vegetarian

Japanese Sesame Green Beans

This classic Japanese Sesame Green Beans is sautéd in canola and sesame oil and splashed with soy sauce and sesame seeds.

By Leslie Blythe

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

Cheddar and Caraway Cheese Straws

Caraway seeds have a warm, sweet and slightly peppery aroma, and have a distinctive earthy anise flavor. They pair perfectly with a strong white cheddar in these unique Cheddar and Caraway Cheese Straws. A great addition to any party!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 35 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins
  • Yields: Makes 10 - 12

Roasted Red & Golden Beets with Sunflower Seeds & Arugula

This Roasted Red & Golden Beets with Sunflower Seeds & Arugula has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. The maple sherry vinaigrette is transcendent. The original recipe calls for fresh chervil, which I could not find. I plan on growing my own.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 45 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Stuart Brioza’s Mushrooms in Pickle-Brine Butter

Don't toss your pickle brine out! It can be used like vinegar in many dishes! The pickle brine adds a burst of acid to the delicious, buttery mushrooms.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Yields: 6 - 8 Servings

Tomato & Green Chili Quesadillas

There is nothing better than a grilled quesadilla. These Tomato & Green Chili Quesadillas are filled with gooey melted cheese, tomatoes and spicy green chilis. It's one of my favorite things to have for lunch.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Edamame Energy Bowl

This Edamame Energy Bowl with red quinoa is chock-full of energy and nutrients. Quinoa is a high source of protein, dietary fiber, several B vitamins and dietary minerals.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 15 mins
  • Yields: 3 - 4 Servings

Roasted Butternut Squash Orzo Salad with Spinach & Cranberries

Roasted Butternut Squash Orzo Salad with Spinach & Cranberries is packed with nutrition and a real crowd pleaser.

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 15 mins
  • Cook: 1 hrs
  • Yields: 4 - 6 Servings

Blistered Shishito Peppers with Browned Butter, Lemon and Parmesan

Usually, these are made with soy sauce and bonito flakes. This recipe for Blistered Shishito Peppers with Browned Butter, Lemon and Parmesan is a completely different way of serving them. About one out of every ten peppers is spicy. The person that gets the spicy one will have good luck!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 10 mins
  • Yields: 4 Servings

Corn Tempura with Smokey Chipotle Aoïli

Corn Tempura with Smokey Chipotle Aoïli is a very delicious appetizer. Just be careful when you are deep frying for splattering fat. You want to keep a lid on it!

By Leslie Blythe

  • Prep: 5 mins
  • Cook: 20 mins

Parmesan Broccoli and Potatoes

This Parmesan Broccoli and Potatoes recipe takes no time to prepare and it cooks fast. I use baby potatoes all the time for that reason.

By Leslie Blythe

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