Ingredients 3/4 cup water (70° to 80°)2 tablespoons butter, softened2 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese3 cups bread flour2-1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available. Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 tablespoon olive oil1 small zucchini, diced1 yellow squash, diced1 onion, diced1 sweet red pepper, diced1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1 cup half-and-half cream Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet; cook zucchini, yellow squash, onion, red pepper and seasonings until vegetables are crisp-tender. Drain tortellini; combine with vegetable mixture, mozzarella and cream in a 1-1/2-qt....

Ingredients 2 cups torn romaine1/4 cup seasoned salad croutons1/4 cup shredded red cabbage3 tablespoons shredded carrot3 tablespoons shredded zucchiniDash pepperDRESSING:3 tablespoons pine nuts3 tablespoons water4-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs3 garlic cloves, peeled and halved1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/8 teaspoon salt1/4 cup olive oil Preparation In a small salad bowl, toss the first six ingredients. Place the pine nuts in a blender; cover and process until finely ground....

Ingredients 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped3/4 cup butter, cubed4 large eggs2 cups sugar1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup baking cocoa2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided2 teaspoons shortening Preparation In a microwave melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar. Stir in chocolate mixture. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to chocolate mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon active dry yeast1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 large egg, room temperature1/3 cup canola oil3 tablespoons dried minced onion3 tablespoons stone-ground mustard1 tablespoon ground mustard2 teaspoons onion powder1-1/2 teaspoons salt3-1/2 to 4 cups bread flour8 ounces smoked Gruyere cheese, shredded1/4 cup Dijon mustardOptional: 1 tablespoon each sesame seeds, poppy seeds and mustard seeds Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, combine egg, oil, minced onion, stone-ground mustard, ground mustard, onion powder, salt, yeast mixture and 2 cups flour; beat on medium speed until smooth....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons chopped onion3 tablespoons chopped green pepper1/3 cup butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour3 cups milk1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon saltDOUGH:2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/2 cup milk1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup diced pimientos1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 egg2 teaspoons water Preparation In a saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in butter. Blend in flour until smooth....

Ingredients 1-3/4 cups crushed gingersnaps (about 40 cookies)1/4 cup butter, melted4 cups lemon sherbet, softened4 cups raspberry sherbet, softened1 cup fresh raspberries3 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cookie crumbs and butter. Press into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes. Wrap outside of pan in foil. Carefully spread lemon sherbet over crust; freeze for 30 minutes. Top with raspberry sherbet; freeze for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 7 radishes13 kale leaves, divided1 medium head cabbage1 medium carrot, peeledToothpicks2 raisins2 pimiento strips (1-1/4 inches long)1 small head red cabbage12 cherry tomatoes18 pimiento-stuffed olives2 cans (6 ounces each) pitted ripe olives, drained Preparation Trim both ends of each radish. With a sharp knife, cut the radishes to make roses. Place in a bowl of ice water; refrigerate until radishes open, about 30 minutes. Line a serving platter with six kale leaves....

Ingredients 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseCayenne pepper1/4 pound bulk Italian sausage2 tablespoons chopped onion1 teaspoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 cup chicken broth1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons sherry, optional1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Spoon Parmesan cheese into six mounds 3 in. apart on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Spread into 1-1/2-in. circles. Sprinkle with a dash of cayenne....

Ingredients 1 c. sugar 3 large egg whites 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 4 oz. white chocolate 2 stick unsalted butter 2 tbsp. unsalted butter Preparation Step 1In a blender or food processor, pulse the sugar until powdery. Transfer the sugar to a medium heatproof bowl and whisk in the egg whites and salt. Set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water and whisk gently until the sugar is completely dissolved, 5 minutes....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter3 to 4 yellow summer squash, sliced1 medium onion, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies8 to 10 saltines, crushedSalt and pepper to taste1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a skillet, melt butter over medium high heat. Saute squash and onion until crisp-tender. Remove from the heat; stir in chilies, crackers, and salt and pepper. Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. casserole. Top with cheese. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 2 pounds smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved and sliced2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) thick and zesty tomato sauce1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup water5 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled3 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar3 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepperHot cooked rice...

Ingredients 2 cups biscuit/baking mix1/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1 egg1/2 cup applesauce1/4 cup milk2 tablespoons vegetable oilTOPPING:1/4 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation In a bowl, combine the biscuit mix, sugar and cinnamon. In another bowl, beat the egg, applesauce, milk and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean....

Ingredients PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE DRESSING:1/3 cup sugar4 teaspoons cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt1 cup pineapple juice1/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons lemon juice2 eggs, lightly beaten2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softenedSALAD:2 cups sliced fresh strawberries2 cups pineapple tidbits1-1/2 cups seedless green or red grapes, halved1-1/2 cups diced peaches or nectarines1 cup fresh blueberries or raspberries1/4 cup sugarLeaf lettuce Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in the juices until smooth....

Ingredients 6 slices sourdough bread3 to 4 tablespoons butter, softened2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained1/2 medium sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips1/4 cup sliced green onion tops3 large eggs1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of asparagus soup, undiluted2 cups whole milk1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Remove and discard crust from bread if desired. Butter bread; cube and place in a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 2 pounds bulk spicy pork sausage1 large egg, lightly beaten1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup red wine vinegar1 cup ketchup1 tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon ground ginger Preparation In a large bowl, combine sausage and egg. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°; drain. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage1 small onion, chopped1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles1 cup salsa1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro3 teaspoons each ground cumin, chili powder and paprika2 teaspoons garlic powder12 corn tortillas (6 inches)2 large tomatoes, sliced2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese...

Ingredients 1 small tomato, finely chopped1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup real bacon bits1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese1 small onion, finely chopped1 teaspoon dried basil1 tube (12 ounces) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, separated into 10 biscuits Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tomato, mayonnaise, bacon, cheese, onion and basil; set aside. Split each biscuit into three layers; press each layer into an ungreased miniature muffin cup. Spoon tomato mixture into cups. Bake at 450° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown....

Ingredients 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese1/2 cup chopped fresh spinach1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon olive oilSAUCE:3/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1/4 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, chopped1 tablespoon chopped shallot3 garlic cloves, minced6 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced3/4 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation Preheat oven to 400°....

Ingredients 1 package (1 pound) angel hair pasta3 large ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped1/3 cup olive oil1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon minced fresh basil1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine remaining ingredients. Rinse and drain pasta; add to tomato mixture and toss to coat. Serve immediately.