Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons canola oil3 cups water1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed1 tablespoon dried basil1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon dried oregano6 ounces uncooked vermicelli, broken into 2-inch pieces1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large skillet, brown meat and onion in oil; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the water, tomatoes, vegetables, basil, salt and oregano....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 package (16 ounces) frozen vegetables, thawed1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions1/4 cup butter1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 cup whole milk1 package (16 ounces) frozen Tater Tots, thawed Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish, layer the beef, vegetables and onions....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed1 tablespoon vegetable oil8 to 12 medium fresh tomatoes, peeled and cut up2 cups tomato juice or water2 medium onions, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons salt, optional4 to 6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered3 to 5 medium carrots, sliced2 cups frozen corn2 cups fresh cut green beans2 cups frozen peas2 to 3 celery ribs, sliced1 cup sliced zucchini1/4 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon sugar...

Ingredients 6 pounds pork spareribs or pork baby back ribs1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup ketchup2/3 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup cold water Preparation Place ribs on a rack in a large shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 hours. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ketchup, vinegar and water until smooth. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 cup ketchup2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1 bay leaf1 garlic clove, minced1/2 cup water2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Preparation Combine all of the ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaf. Use as a basting sauce when grilling chicken, pork or beef....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning2/3 cup water1 can (15 ounces) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped (about 8 cups)1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese1 large tomato, chopped2 cups corn chips1/2 cup Catalina salad dressing Preparation In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain. Stir in taco seasoning, water and beans; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3 tablespoons lemon juice3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil2 tablespoons fat-free plain yogurt2 teaspoons grated lemon zest3 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon ground ginger1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) Preparation In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, basil, yogurt, lemon zest, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes. Remove 1/4 cup to another bowl; cover and refrigerate....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. unsalted butter 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 2 small onions 1/2 tsp. thyme 1 pinch crushed red pepper 1 bay leaf kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 10 large eggs 4 oz. crumbled fresh goat cheese 1/2 c. Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese c. finely chopped parsley c. finely chopped chives 1 c. shredded Gruyère cheese 3 c. baby arugula 1 1/2 tbsp. red wine vinegar Homemade Bagels or store-bought bagels...

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup baking cocoa1/4 cup sugar1 egg, lightly beaten2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 60 wafers)1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:3 tablespoons cold milk3 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups confectioners’ sugarTOPPING:4 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped1 tablespoon butter Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the butter, cocoa and sugar. Cook and stir over low heat until butter is melted. Stir a small amount of mixture into the egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly....

Ingredients 5 cups torn mixed greens1 medium tomato, diced1 cup sliced radishes1 cup sliced red onion1/4 cup bacon bits2/3 cup canola oil1/3 cup cider vinegar1-1/4 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a salad bowl, toss the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over salad and toss to coat.

Ingredients 10 jumbo pasta shells1/2 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons sugar1 can (12 ounces) tuna, drained1 cup diced celery1/2 cup diced green onions1/2 cup diced green pepper1/2 cup shredded carrot2 tablespoons minced fresh parsleyCREAMY CELERY DRESSING:1/4 cup sour cream1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup cider vinegar2 tablespoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon onion powderLettuce leaves and red onion rings, optional Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions; rinse in cold water and drain. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and sugar....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten5 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add eggs, butter, sugar, salt and 2 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients VINAIGRETTE:1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup white wine vinegar2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1 tablespoon honey1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1/4 teaspoon pepperSALAD:1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained2 cans (5 ounces each) albacore white tuna in water1 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers1/2 cup chopped red onion1/2 cup chopped pitted Greek olives1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1/2 cup minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano6 leaves red leaf lettuce...

Ingredients 4 oz. bittersweet chocolate 1 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. whole-wheat flour c. quick-cooking rolled oats 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 c. butter 1/2 c. granulated sugar 2 eggs 2 tbsp. plain yogurt 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind 2 c. finely shredded zucchini 1/2 c. chopped walnuts Preparation Step 1Melt the chocolate in a small pot over low heat. Reserve.Step 2Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped2 cans (8 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 2 c. granulated sugar 2 c. water 4 blood oranges Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add orange slices, and cook until semi-translucent, about 5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a baking sheet.Step 2Cut a round of parchment paper to fit in a large, shallow saucepan. Bring sugar and water to a boil, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Carefully add orange slices, and place parchment directly on surface....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. mustard 1 tsp. sugar One 1 1/4-pound center-cut skinless salmon fillet 1 c. small hardwood chips 4 woody herb stems and sprigs 1/4 c. mayonnaise 1 tbsp. fresh lime juice Salt and freshly ground pepper 6 radishes 2 medium cucumbers 1 avocado 1/2 small red onion Preparation Step 1In a shallow glass baking dish, blend the soy sauce with the mustard and sugar. Add the salmon and turn to coat....

Ingredients 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed1/4 cup water3 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon butter, melted1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place beans, water and garlic in a 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 4-5 minutes or until beans are crisp-tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients.

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cups beef stock, divided3 dried Anaheim chiles2 dried pasilla chiles1 medium onion, finely chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon cider vinegar1 tablespoon packed brown sugar2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro1/2 teaspoon ground cuminOptional: flour tortillas, sour cream and lime wedges Preparation In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup stock to a boil. Add chilies. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 20 minutes....

Ingredients 1 beef sirloin tip roast or beef tri-tip roast (2 to 3 pounds)1 tablespoon kosher salt2 teaspoons dried thyme2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 bottle (750 milliliters) dry red wine6 fresh thyme sprigs1 garlic cloves, crushed1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns3 whole clovesHORSERADISH-THYME BUTTER (OPTIONAL):6 tablespoons softened butter2 tablespoons prepared horseradish3 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves Preparation Sprinkle roast with salt, thyme, garlic powder and ground pepper....