These individual bread puddings are delicious and surprisingly easy to make. I found this wonderful recipe in the April 2014 edition of Cooking Light magazine. Even though this recipe was first printed in the spring, I decided that it would be a great autumn dish. These puddings have a bread stuffing feel to them, just with lots of cheese! You can also make this dish vegetarian (see tips) if desired. You can serve with a simple green salad to round out this meal. These

I have had this Summer Squash Soup recipe for many years. It was just sitting in my file waiting for me to use it! Now, I wish I hadn't waited so long to use it as it is delicious! It comes from Cooking Light magazine, and they did a terrific job in the creation of this soup. The recipe makes the most of fresh summer herbs and garden squash. Give this simple soup a try, and enjoy savory summer flavors for a light lunch or supper. I recommend serving it with warm crusty

A few years ago, I had a houseful of guests to feed. This recipe came in handy for an easy tasty lunch. Not only are these deli sandwiches delicious, but they are convenient too. You can make them ahead of time, so that you have a break from the kitchen and are able to spend time with your company. If you are going on an outing (or a picnic), you can slice them and then wrap them individually with plastic wrap. Pack your cooler and enjoy summer and friends with these gre

I adapted this wonderful pasta primavera from one of Giada De Laurentiis' recipes. The pasta is loaded with vegetables and topped with parmesan reggiano cheese. To make this pasta shine, use the best ingredients. I often try to get clean, natural, and/or organic ingredients if at all possible. You may pay more, but I find that there is definitely a difference in taste. In the tips section, I mention a few of my favorite staple ingredient brand names that I use in this di

Here is a lovely quiche that I created when I needed to use some leftover roasted salmon. The combination of leek, asparagus, and salmon is perfect for spring! This dish makes for a lovely luncheon or a special occasion like Mother's Day. I like to serve it with a fresh green salad with a French vinaigrette. This quiche is simple but elegant. Bon Appetit! Tips: My favorite way to make this quiche is with fresh salmon that has been oven roasted. During spring when salmon

This recipe is a wonderful way to use any leftover lamb (specifically from the Herb-Roasted Boneless Leg of Lamb that we posted last week). It is very easy to prepare, and it tastes refreshing and light. I love the Mediterranean flavors of these pita pockets. If you try this recipe, you can experience the taste of the Mediterranean too! Bon Appetit! Ingredients: 2 1/2 cup cooked lamb, diced 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 1/2 cup chopped romaine lettuce 1/4 cup crumbled feta chee

If you love bacon and cheddar cheese, you are going to love this savory pie! I have had this recipe for many years. I do not know where I got it, but I am very glad that I have it! Bacon and cheddar cheese compliment each other (taste-wise), so they are perfect in this pie. I like to say that everything is better with pie! (I certainly think so.) This bacon cheddar pie tastes good and works for any meal - breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can even eat it as a snack if you

This casserole tastes rich, creamy, and decadent. In reality, it is light in calories and fat. A few years ago, I found this recipe in a Feb. 2010, Better Homes and Gardens Special Interest Publications magazine, titled "One-pan recipes". The original recipe needed a little flavor boost, so I modified the recipe. I really like the end result! I hope you like it too if you decide to try it. It is yummy and great for company. I also love that I can make this dish a day a

When I make my oven roasted salmon, I make to roast enough salmon to have extra in order to make salmon salad. This salmon salad sandwich is absolutely yummy! I like to do my sandwich open-faced on sourdough bread. It is so pretty! It makes a nice elegant lunch for guests or a special treat for yourself! You can can also put a nice rounded scoop on a lettuce leaf in order to make it gluten free and eliminate the bread. Directions: The ingredients are simple - just some g