Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened4 cups shredded cheddar cheese, room temperature2 tablespoons 2% milk2 tablespoons finely chopped onion2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauceCoarsely ground pepper1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled blue cheeseMinced fresh parsley1/4 teaspoon garlic powderFinely chopped pecansAssorted crackers Preparation In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, milk, onion and Worcestershire sauce until fluffy. If a smoother spread is desired, process in a food processor until creamy....

Ingredients 1 red onion vegetable oil 4 Hamburger buns 1 1/2 lb. ground turkey Salt and freshly ground pepper 4 slice of smoked Gouda cheese 3 tbsp. Dijon mustard 2 tbsp. whole-grain mustard 1 tbsp. drained prepared horseradish 1 tbsp. honey Preparation Step 1Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Brush the onion with oil and grill until charred and softened, about 5 minutes. Brush the cut sides of the buns with oil and grill until toasted, about 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced1 medium yellow summer squash, thinly sliced1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, halved and sliced1 medium carrot, julienned1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 cup sour cream1 cup salsa Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute the vegetables with salt and pepper in oil until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, place about 1/2 cup vegetable mixture down the center of each tortilla....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni3 cups fresh broccoli florets2 cups fresh cauliflowerets3 large carrots, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced2 celery ribs, sliced1 tablespoon butter1 medium onion, chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 cup 2% milk1 cup chicken broth3 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook macaroni according to package directions, adding broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and celery during the last 6 minutes of cooking....

Ingredients 5 c. sugar 2 1/4 c. water 1/2 lemon 1 tbsp. rose or orange-blossom water 4 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 lemon 2 c. warm water Light vegetable oil Preparation Step 1To make the syrup: Combine sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Place over medium heat, and simmer until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 10 minutes. Add rose or orange-blossom water, and simmer for a few seconds longer....

Ingredients 2 cups torn red leaf lettuce1 small tomato, cut into wedges4 cucumber slices, halved2 radishes, sliced1 red onion slice, quartered2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheeseDRESSING:1 tablespoon red wine vinegar2 teaspoons water2 teaspoons olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1/4 teaspoon sugar1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the lettuce, tomato, cucumber, radishes, onion, olives and feta cheese. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat....

Ingredients 1/3 cup canola oil3 tablespoons cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon onion salt1/2 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon paprikaDash cayenne pepper1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn6 to 8 radishes, sliced2 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1 small onion, thinly sliced2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a small bowl or jar with tight-fitting lid, combine the first seven ingredients; mix well. chill. Just before serving, lightly toss spinach, radishes, eggs, onion and bacon in a large salad bowl....

Ingredients 2 medium zucchini, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon dried basil1/3 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups water3 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon lemon juice1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1 package (10 ounces) frozen corn1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 cups shredded cheddar cheesePinch sugar, optionalAdditional minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute the zucchini, onion, parsley and basil in butter until vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 1/2 pound fresh chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage1 medium sweet yellow pepper, chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped3 medium tomatoes, chopped2 small zucchini, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon paprika4 large eggs1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook chorizo, peppers and onion over medium heat until chorizo is cooked through, 4-6 minutes, breaking chorizo into crumbles; drain. Stir in tomatoes, zucchini, garlic and paprika; cook, covered, until vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes longer....

Ingredients 3 cups heavy whipping cream1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme, optional3 pounds russet potatoes, thinly sliced (about 10 cups) Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine cream, salt, pepper and, if desired, thyme. Arrange potatoes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour cream mixture over top. Bake, uncovered, until potatoes are tender and top is lightly browned, 45-55 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour2 tablespoons packed brown sugar3 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon ground allspice1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 egg1-3/4 cups 2% milk1/2 cup canned sweet potatoes, mashed2 tablespoons butter, melted1 jar (12 ounces) hot caramel ice cream topping, warmed3/4 cup coarsely chopped unsalted cashews, toastedWhipped butter, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, sweet potatoes and melted butter....

Ingredients 2 turkey breast tenderloins (6 ounces each)1/4 cup white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon butter, melted1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon1/4 teaspoon paprika1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms Preparation Place turkey in an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. In a small bowl, combine the wine, butter, salt, tarragon and paprika. Spoon over turkey. Arrange mushrooms around tenderloins. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting occasionally with pan drippings....

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Ingredients 1 tablespoon lemon juice1 teaspoon olive oil8 ounces red snapper, cod or haddock fillets1/4 teaspoon dried basil, divided1/8 teaspoon salt, divided1/8 teaspoon pepper, divided2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a shallow bowl, combine lemon juice and oil. Add fish fillets; turn to coat. Place in a greased 9-in. pie plate. Sprinkle with half each of the basil, salt and pepper. Arrange tomatoes over top; sprinkle with cheese and remaining seasonings....

Ingredients 5 medium ripe tomatoes4 cups chopped peeled tart apples (about 4 large)2 medium lemons, seeded and finely chopped6 cups sugar2-1/4 teaspoons ground ginger8 whole cloves Preparation Peel, quarter and chop the tomatoes; place in a colander to drain. Transfer to a Dutch oven; add apples and lemons. Cook and stir over medium heat for 15 minutes. Add sugar and ginger. Tie cloves in a cheesecloth bag; add to the pot....

Ingredients 3 cups crushed pretzels3/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons sugar1 package fudge brownie mix (13x9-inch pan size)3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup creamy peanut butter Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. In a small bowl, combine pretzels, butter and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 350°. Prepare brownie mix batter according to package directions. Pour over prepared crust. Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs (do not overbake)....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup olive oil, divided3 tablespoons chopped shallots, divided1/2 teaspoon salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper, divided1 pound tuna steaks (1 inch thick)1/4 cup cider vinegar1 tablespoon Dijon mustard1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens1 cup cut fresh thin asparagus (1-inch pieces)1 cup grape tomatoes, halved2 tablespoons minced chives Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 3 tablespoons oil, 1 tablespoon shallots, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper....

Ingredients 1-1/4 pounds lean ground turkey1 celery rib, chopped4 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 jar (7 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained and chopped2 ounces 53% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped4 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 cup lightly salted mixed nuts, coarsely chopped12 corn tortillas (6 inches), warmed Preparation In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook the turkey, celery, green onions and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. olive oil 1 onion 1 red bell pepper 6 cloves garlic 1/4 c. chopped fresh basil plus 2 tablespoons thin-sliced basil leaves 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (from one 28-ounce can) 1 1/4 lb. vine-ripened tomatoes (about 4) 1 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 2 1/4 tsp. salt 1 pinch sugar One 3/4-pound country loaf 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper...

Ingredients 7 Butterfinger candy bars (2.1 ounces each), coarsely chopped1 cup butter, softened2 large eggs3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt27 Reese’s mini peanut butter cups27 miniature Snickers candy bars Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place Butterfinger candy bars in a food processor; process until ground. In a large bowl, cream butter and 2 cups ground candy bars until blended. Beat in eggs. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture....