Cheddar

"As a student at Bloomsburg University, I spent many Sunday afternoons at Russell’s restaurant in downtown Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania," writes Marganne Hoffman of Lebanon, Pennsylvania. "A decade after graduating, I still crave their cheddar-crusted broccoli soup. I would be thrilled if the owners would share the recipe—and so would my family." The stems and florets are added to the soup separately so that the stems will cook until tender and the florets won’t overcook.

Cornmeal in the dough gives the bread an appealing, slightly crunchy texture.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

These can be served on a salad of baby greens. Toss the greens with tarragon vinaigrette and sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts.

Laurie likes to use 1/3 cup each of white cheddar and orange cheddar.

These can be served as hors d'oeuvres, or placed atop a salad of spinach, walnuts and sliced apples.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

(Cheese Pastries)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This quiche also makes a simple and delicious dinner served with a mixed green salad and some crusty bread.

Traditionally, chiles rellenos are batter-coated and fried. This version is baked with a lighter cheese filling.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.