Ingredients 3 pounds lamb stew meat, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper4 tablespoons olive oil, divided6 medium carrots, sliced2 medium onions, chopped6 garlic cloves, minced2 teaspoons grated lemon zest1/4 cup lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons paprika2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup sweet vermouth1/4 cup honey1/2 cup pitted dates, chopped1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted Preparation Sprinkle lamb with salt and pepper. In a Dutch oven, brown meat in 2 tablespoons oil in batches....

Ingredients 1 large egg white, lightly beaten1/2 cup oat bran1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup finely chopped onion3 tablespoons ketchup2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound ground turkey Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except turkey. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly. Pat into a loaf in an 11x7-in....

Ingredients 1 boneless beef chuck roast (3 pounds)1 envelope chili seasoning1/2 cup barbecue sauce8 onion rolls, split8 slices cheddar cheese Preparation Cut roast in half; place in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with chili seasoning. Pour barbecue sauce over top. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours. Remove roast; cool slightly. Shred meat with 2 forks. Skim fat from cooking juices. Return meat to slow cooker; heat through....

Ingredients 1/3 cup mayonnaise2 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce6 slices Texas toast6 beef cube steaks (4 ounces each)2 cups fresh baby spinach6 Muenster cheese slices (1/2 ounce each)6 tomato slices Preparation In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise and chipotle pepper. Heat Texas toast on a foil-lined baking sheet according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook beef in batches over medium heat until no longer pink....

Ingredients 4 cooked andouille sausages 3 tbsp. butter 10 oz. extra-sharp orange cheddar 8 large slices sourdough bread 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard 4 oz. Monterey Jack cheese 12 cornichons Preparation Step 1In a large nonstick skillet, cook the sliced sausages over moderate heat, turning once, until browned, about 8 minutes. Transfer the sausages to a plate and wipe out the pan.Step 2In a bowl, stir the butter with the shredded cheddar cheese just until combined....

Ingredients 6 celery ribs, chopped4 medium carrots, sliced2 cups cubed peeled potatoes5 cups water3 cups diced cooked corned beef2 cups chopped cooked cabbage1 teaspoon dill weed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon white pepper Preparation In a large soup kettle, bring the celery, carrots, potatoes and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 2 pounds red potatoes, cubed (about 9 cups)3 cups sliced sweet onions (about 1-1/2 large)3 medium carrots, sliced1/2 pound medium fresh mushrooms, halved1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces1 large sweet yellow pepper, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces2 tablespoons butter, melted2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine vegetables. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup shortening3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, toasted3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation In a bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; beat well. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Fold in oats, coconut and nuts....

Ingredients 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs4 teaspoons grated orange zest1 tablespoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted1/2 cup chopped dried mangoes1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and chopped Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, orange zest and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped1 pound ground turkey1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 carton (32 ounces) unsalted chicken stock2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained1/4 teaspoon salt12 ounces uncooked linguine4 ounces cream cheese, cubed1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings....

Ingredients 1/4 cup egg substitute1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs1/3 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkeySAUCE:1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 small zucchini, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste2 bay leaves2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 teaspoon pepper1 package (16 ounces) whole wheat spaghetti...

Ingredients 12 ounces ground turkey1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 small sweet yellow pepper, chopped1/3 cup chopped onion3 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 cups salsa1/2 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin8 cups torn romaine2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leavesOptional toppings: chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips Preparation In a large skillet, cook turkey, peppers, onion and garlic over medium heat 6-8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles; drain....

Ingredients 2 cups whole wheat flour2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon grated orange zest2 teaspoons aniseed1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon caraway seeds4 to 4-1/2 cups bread flour2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup water1/4 cup molasses2 tablespoons butter1 cup dried cranberries1 cup cooked wild rice, cooled Preparation In a large bowl, mix the first seven ingredients and 1-1/2 cups bread flour. In a small saucepan, heat milk, water, molasses and butter to 120°-130°....

Ingredients 1 cup fresh cranberries, quartered8 tablespoons sugar, divided1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup whole milk1/3 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, optionalCinnamon sugar Preparation Sprinkle cranberries with 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside. Sift remaining sugar, flour, baking powder and salt into large bowl. In another bowl, beat egg, milk and oil. Make a hole in center of dry ingredients; pour in liquid ingredients....

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 can (12 ounces) whipped vanilla frosting3 tablespoons dark baking cocoa8 drops green food coloring, optionalASSORTED CANDIES: Large marshmallow, 2 brown M&M’s, 1 spearmint leaf, one 6-inch piece red shoestring licorice and a burnt peanut Preparation Prepare cake mix batter according to package directions. Place 2 tablespoons batter into each of five paper-lined muffin cups. Spread remaining batter in a greased 11x7-in. square baking pan....

Ingredients 5 small yellow summer squash, seeded and cubed2 green onions, cut into 3-inch pieces2 tablespoons butter1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon white pepper1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream Preparation In a large saucepan, saute squash and onions in butter until tender. Stir in the broth, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 loaf Italian bread, halved lengthwise Preparation In a small bowl, combine the butter, cheese, tomatoes and garlic. Spread over cut sides of bread. Transfer to an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into slices and serve warm.

Ingredients 8 cups old-fashioned oats1 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped dried apricots1/2 cup dried cranberries1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar1/2 cup water1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon maple flavoring1 teaspoon vanilla extract2% milk or reduced-fat plain yogurt Preparation In a large bowl, combine the oats, raisins, apricots and cranberries; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, water and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until brown sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon canola oil1 boneless beef chuck roast (4 pounds)2 medium onions, sliced into 1/2-inch rings1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided3/4 cup honey barbecue sauce1/2 cup red pepper jelly3 tablespoons hoisin sauce2 tablespoons cornstarch Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown roast on all sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker; add onions and 1 cup water. In a small bowl, mix barbecue sauce, jelly and hoisin sauce; pour over meat....

Ingredients 6 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each), skin removed1 tablespoon canola oil2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium onion, halved and sliced1 medium green pepper, julienned1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undilutedHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil on both sides. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Top with mushrooms, onion and peppers....