Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix5 green onions, chopped1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained1 celery rib, chopped1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper2 to 3 tablespoons real bacon bits8 flour tortillas (10 inches) Preparation In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and dressing mix until blended. Beat in the onions, green chiles, olives, celery, red pepper and bacon....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef top round steak1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons ground mustard3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons butter1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes2 celery ribs, finely chopped2 medium carrots, grated1 medium onion, finely chopped2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon brown sugar Preparation Cut steak into serving-size pieces. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, mustard, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheeseCayenne pepper1 Italian turkey sausage link, casing removed2 tablespoons chopped onion1 teaspoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons sherry, optional1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Spoon cheese into 6 mounds 3 in. apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread into 1-1/2-in. circles. Sprinkle with a dash of cayenne....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons water2 garlic cloves, minced8 cups fresh spinach (about 6 ounces)3/4 cup canned cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1/8 teaspoon saltDash cayenne pepperDash ground nutmeg Preparation Place water, garlic and spinach in a large skillet. Cook, covered, over medium heat just until tender, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in remaining ingredients; heat through.

Ingredients 1 cup saskatoon berries or blueberries1 cup raspberries1 cup strawberries1 cup blackberries1 cup blueberries4 cups sugar1 pouch (3 ounces) liquid fruit pectin1 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Rinse six 1-cup plastic containers and lids with boiling water. Dry thoroughly. In a large bowl, thoroughly crush all of the berries. Stir in sugar; let stand 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Combine pectin and lemon juice; add to fruit, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, chopped6 bacon strips, diced1 small onion, chopped3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup water1 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place lettuce in a large salad bowl; set aside. In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Saute onion in drippings over medium heat until tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir until lightly browned....

Ingredients 1 gallon orange sherbet, softened1 quart pineapple juice, chilled1 liter lemon-lime soda, chilledGummy worms Preparation Combine sherbet and pineapple juice in a punch bowl; stir well. Add soda; stir until sherbet is almost dissolved. Decorate bowl with gummy worms. Serve immediately.

Ingredients 1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice3-3/4 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened chopped strawberries2-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar Preparation Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a freezer-safe container; freeze until firm.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/4 cup finely chopped pecans1 teaspoon salt2/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening4 to 5 tablespoons waterFILLING:1 can (30 ounces) pumpkin pie filling1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk1 large egg, lightly beatenSTREUSEL TOPPING:1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup chopped pecans1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons cold butter Whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a bowl, combine flour, pecans and salt; cut in the shortening until crumbly....

Ingredients 2 cans (8 ounces each) pineapple chunks1 pound sea scallops1 tablespoon canola oil1/3 cup chopped onion1/3 cup julienned green pepper1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons cornstarch1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup white vinegar2 tablespoons soy sauce2/3 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Preparation Drain pineapple, reserving juice; set pineapple and juice aside. In a large skillet, saute scallops in oil until firm and opaque; drain. Remove from pan and keep warm....

Ingredients 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs2 teaspoons onion salt2 teaspoons brown sugar1 large egg, lightly beaten1 pound ground beef1-1/4 cups barbecue sauceSAUCE:1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup barbecue sauce1 teaspoon brown sugarONION TOPPING:2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup honey2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced4 slices smoked cheddar cheese4 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, onion salt and brown sugar. Add egg. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties....

Ingredients nonstick cooking spray 1/2 c. whole wheat flour 4 large egg whites 1 c. cornmeal 2 tbsp. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 1 tsp. granulated garlic 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1/4 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 tbsp. vegetable oil 1/4 c. light mayonnaise 2 tbsp. apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp. Hot sauce 1 1/2 tsp. Creole mustard...

Ingredients 2 1/4 c. sugar 9 large egg whites 4 c. unsalted butter 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 8 oz. semisweet chocolate Gel-paste food colors in pink and yellow Preparation Step 1In a heatproof mixer bowl set over a pot of simmering water, whisk together sugar and egg whites until sugar is dissolved and mixture is very warm to the touch, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Beat on medium speed until completely cooled and stiff peaks have formed, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced4 cups V8 juice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes2 cups coleslaw mix2 cups frozen green beans2 cups frozen corn2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; crumble meat. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain....

Ingredients 1 c. sugar 1 tbsp. sugar 1/2 c. water 1 c. unsalted roasted peanuts 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. kosher salt 3/4 c. sweetened condensed milk 2 tbsp. instant coffee mixed with 1 1/2 teaspoons of hot water 1/2 c. heavy cream 2 pt. vanilla ice cream Preparation Step 1Lightly grease a baking sheet. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of the sugar with the water and bring to a boil....

Ingredients 4 medium baking potatoes (1 pound)1 tablespoon olive oil1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon Cajun seasoning1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cut each potato into eight wedges; place in a large resealable plastic bag. Add oil; seal bag and shake to coat. In another resealable bag, combine the cheese and seasonings; add potatoes, a few at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 3 pounds yellow tomatoes, halved (about 9 medium)2 tablespoons olive oil, divided4 garlic cloves, minced, divided1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1 large onion, chopped1 cup vegetable broth1/2 cup milk1/2 cup heavy whipping creamCROUTONS:12 slices French bread baguette (1/2 inch thick)1 tablespoon olive oil2 tablespoons prepared pesto1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place tomatoes, cut side down, in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan; brush with 1 tablespoon oil....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) linguine1 pound uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 to 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon butter1-1/2 cups sliced zucchini1 cup sliced yellow summer squash1 cup julienned carrots1 cup fresh broccoli florets1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon minced fresh basil3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, stir-fry the shrimp, garlic and pepper flakes in oil and butter for 3-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pound ground beef1 envelope onion soup mix1/4 cup water6 slices (1 ounce each) process American cheese6 bacon strips6 hamburger buns, toasted Preparation In a bowl, combine ground beef, soup mix and water. Shape into 12 thin patties. Place a cheese slice on six patties. Cover each with another patty. Pinch edges to seal. Wrap a strip of bacon around each; fasten with a wooden toothpick. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear....

Ingredients 5 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 tablespoon lime juice1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen corn, thawed1-1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber1/4 cup finely chopped red onion2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese Preparation In a small bowl, whisk 4 teaspoons oil, lime juice, salt and pepper sauce; set aside. In a large skillet, cook and stir corn in remaining oil over medium-high heat until tender....