Author: Susan Leiser

Pasta, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Lemon Spaghettini

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Lemon Spaghettini is zesty and dreamy. You can enjoy it all on its own, but I often serve it as a side with a chicken or pork or salmon dish. It also pairs well with crab cakes. Here it is with delish skinny pork chops with an herb sauce: This […]

Pasta, Side Dish

The Perfect Side: Cheesy Orzo

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Cheesy Orzo, courtesy of Rachael Ray’s 20 Minute Meals II book, is a dish I’ve been making for more than 20 years. It is the perfect side dish for literally anything and everything. I always have the ingredients on hand – orzo, broth, onion, garlic, grated Parmesan. That’s really all […]

Pasta, Side Dish, Vegetarian

Couscous Primavera

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Every mom is looking for ways to get some veg into the systems of her offspring. My Couscous Primavera does just that. It’s perfect for a light lunch or a side to any meat, fish or burger.  Zucchini, onion, peas and grape tomatoes are my star veggies in this dish. […]

Baking, Cookies, Desserts

Lovely Lemon Cookies

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Lemon desserts are beloved around here. These Glazed Lemon Cookies from Cooking Classy are no exception. They are light and fluffy and totally addictive. This is a great recipe to make with your kids. Using a cookie scooper helps shape the dough into perfect shaped balls. I recommend using Silpat […]

Pasta, Side Dish

Lemon Risotto

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Lemon Risotto is one of my favorite sides, especially with fish. Feel free to omit the mascarpone if you can’t find it. But it does add a creamy dreaminess that is divine to the dish. While risotto is not a dish to be made when one is in a rush, […]