Leftover 2-Bean Stew by Amos Miller

A quick bite using odds & ends was WAY too delicious not to post. Forget 8-bean and even 18-bean soups - 2 cans of beans, a few veggies and a little smoked sausage turned a toss-off dish into a tasty winner! I had no intention when I threw this together to share it with anyone other than a couple of hungry mouths in the kitchen.…

Blondies by myra byanka

Super easy recipe.

Cheesy Ham Divan by Patti Fisher

We love ham for holiday dinners…and sometimes we make them just to use in casseroles and sandwiches. Being the Pacific Living Outdoor Oven has a smoke box we can add extra smoky goodness to our ham dishes and all the great recipes for the leftovers. Patti loves casseroles using leftovers because she can add all kinds of veggies and…

Roasted Butternut Squash by B Innes

To roast butternut squash you can either roast cut in half, cut side down, in a pan with a little water for about 1-1½ hours and then scoop out of the skin or peel, seed, cube and roast for about 30 minutes on high heat. My version uses a light marinade to oil the cubed squash and add a little sweetness. I keep it simple, but feel…

Easy Carmelitas by myra byanka

Yummy dessert bars that only take minutes to make.

Las Vegas Recipe Guru Summerlin Quick Trail Mix by Las Vegas Recipe Guru Summerlin

This is a great snack and very easy to make. I keep to 3 ingredients. It is simple and fast to make. Tip: On a warm day, I recommend keeping it chilled in a small portable cooler if hiking, taking a walk, biking, on the road, etc. Even if it is taken to work for the office, etc, as it can get warm or humid at work during the…

Jarlsberg Cheese Dip by Salad Foodie

A rich, tasty spread to serve with crackers, baquette bread, pita chips or veggie sticks. An indulgence for the holidays!

Cranberry Orange Nut Muffins and Holiday Brunch Menu by Salad Foodie

HOLIDAY BRUNCH MENU: Cranberry Orange Nut Muffins Bacon Sweet Potatoes/Yams Coffee or Cocoa (Slice leftover cooked sweet potatoes or yams with skins intact, and fry briefly in bacon drippings or butter; serve with a light sprinkle of brown sugar.)

Honey Mustard Pork Salad by Cheryl D Lee

An intensely flavor packed salad that doesn't take hours to make. Great for a light meal for one, or a brunch dish for a crowd.

Carmelized onion Jam / Crostini by BearNakedBaker

Delightfully Light Chicken and White Bean Chili by Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox

Don’t be fooled by the look of this pale colored chili. Yes it’s not a traditional chili but it’s really great tasting. Much lighter than most, it includes some unusual chili ingredients such as potatoes, hominy and white kidney beans. What a yummy way to add more fiber to your diet. Just one cup contains 7 grams of fiber! Hat’s…

Roasted Ranchero Sauce (Salsa Ranchera) by myra byanka

Easy to prepare recipe for a salsa that goes with huevos rancheros, egg dishes, and tortilla dishes.

American blueberry pancakes by Lemon Squeezy

Fluffy, fruity pancakes, great for a weekend brunch

Lacycakes - Best Pancake Recipe! by Lacy DeVeney

This is the recipe for pancakes that I used at my cafe, Lacy's Kitchen Cafe, and currently use for breakfast & brunch catering events - includes my secret ingredient - makes all the difference!

Bacon Mac (Macaroni & Cheese with Bacon) by Salad Foodie

It's hard to improve on an American classic, but I think this recipe based on Cooking Light Magazine (9/09) does just that. I stayed fairly close to its version and am glad I did. We loved the smoky flavor bacon imparts to cheesy pasta, and the extra zing from hot sauce. You will need a broiler-safe baking dish or pan for this. I used…