Author: Susan Leiser

Side Dish, Vegetarian

Pop of Flavor with Pickled Onions

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So, this summer my son was on a pickle kick. We did a few quick pickle recipes, once of which involved red onions. These are so good on Taco Night or on top of your burgers. The longer you leave the onion slices in th brine, the better they taste. […]

Italian, Pasta, Soups

Pasta e Fagioli

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As the weather takes a chillier turn, soup is totally a must. My Pasta e Fagioli is a guaranteed hit with young and old. My son has loved this for years! For best results, let the soup simmer for a long time. Give it like 45 minutes. And most importantly, […]

American, Baking, Bread, Side Dish

Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits

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Fresh baked goods are one of the greatest things ever, in my humble opinion. So, whenever I have a moment to whip up a fresh batch of anything, I go for it. These Buttermilk Cheddar Biscuits are totally amazing. The recipe is a Barefoot Contessa from her cookbook called “Back […]

Italian, Soups, Vegetarian

Lentil Soup with Baby Spinach and Lemon Juice

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Lentil Soup with Baby Spinach and Lemon Juice is just what the nutritionist ordered. I love to eat this after a weekend of going out or attending parties. The burst of lemon juice at the end is very refreshing. This soup is filled with veg – carrots, celery, onion and […]

Baking, Desserts

Next Level Cookies

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As part of my cooking-with-the-kiddo project this summer, Ina Garten’s Giant Crinkled Chocolate Chip Cookies were baked and devoured by my enthusiastic 11-year-old. We watched Ina rock these out on her TV show, and Evan declared, “Mommy, we need to make these.” So, do not expect a big whopping batch […]