Ingredients 1 medium onion, diced1/2 cup butter, cubed2-1/2 cups shredded zucchini2-1/2 cups chicken broth1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1 cup half-and-half cream Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter. Add zucchini and chicken broth. Simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes; add seasonings. Puree on low in a blender. Return to pan; stir in cream and heat through.
Ingredients 1 (12-oz.) package jumbo shells 1 large egg 1 (16-oz.) container ricotta 2 c. shredded mozzarella, divided 3/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan or pecorino, divided 1 (16-oz.) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves (optional) 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg, plus more for serving 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp. lemon zest (optional), plus more for serving...
Ingredients 2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)1/3 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce3 tablespoons rice vinegar2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/4 cup creamy peanut butter4 cups hot cooked rice1/2 cup chopped unsalted peanuts4 green onions, sliced Preparation Place peppers in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cut roast in half; place on top of peppers. Combine the teriyaki sauce, vinegar and garlic; pour over roast....
Ingredients 4 large baking potatoes1 beef top sirloin steak (1 pound)1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper2 cups cherry tomatoes2 jars (7-1/2 ounces each) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise3/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese, divided3 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 15 minutes or until tender, turning once. Sprinkle steak with pepper. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in....
Ingredients 4 tilapia fillets (4 ounces each)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter1 medium tomato, thinly slicedTOPPING:1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped walnuts2 tablespoons lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted Preparation Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook fillets in butter over medium-high heat until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes on each side. Transfer fish to a broiler pan or baking sheet; top with tomato....
Ingredients 2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast2 celery ribs, finely chopped1 medium tart apple, diced1 cup seedless red grapes, halved1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, diced8 whole wheat pita pocket halves2 cups fresh baby spinach Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Line pita halves with spinach; fill with turkey mixture.
Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1 package (14 ounces) smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces8 shallots, chopped8 cups chopped fresh kale3 cups frozen corn (about 15 ounces)1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon pepper8 cups vegetable broth3/4 cup uncooked orzo pasta Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute sausage with pepper and shallots until browned....
Ingredients 12 rectangular wonton wrappers 1 tsp. olive oil 1 bag cream cheese 1/4 c. jarred mango chutney 1 tbsp. Dijon mustard 3 walnut halves sliced chives Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Stack wonton wrappers and, using a 2 1/2-inch round cookie cutter, cut into rounds. Working with 3 rounds at a time (and keeping the remaining covered with a damp towel), spread them out on a work surface; brush one side of each wrapper with oil....
Ingredients 24 baby portobello mushrooms (about 1 pound), stems removed1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise3/4 cup shredded Asiago cheese1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves, stems removed1/4 teaspoon white pepper12 cherry tomatoes, halvedThinly sliced or shaved Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Place mushroom caps in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 10 minutes. Meanwhile, place mayonnaise, Asiago cheese, basil and pepper in a food processor; process until blended. Drain juices from mushrooms....
Ingredients 4 large eggs3/4 cup sugar1 bottle (1 ounce) red food coloring2 tablespoons buttermilk1 tablespoon canola oil1 teaspoon cider vinegar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 cup cake flour1/4 cup baking cocoa1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon saltConfectioners’ sugarFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup butter, softened3 cups confectioners’ sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional confectioners’ sugar Preparation Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs on high speed for 3 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon lemon juice1/4 teaspoon almond extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt2 cups shredded yellow summer squashGLAZE:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 to 3 teaspoons water1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly....
Ingredients 1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup ground mustard2 tablespoons water2 large eggs, lightly beaten Preparation In a large saucepan, whisk together all ingredients. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Pour into small jars. Cover and refrigerate.
Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 large egg1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 25 crackers)3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced2 tablespoons butter, divided4 slices deli ham or thinly sliced hard salami4 slices Swiss cheese Preparation Preheat broiler. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, lightly beat the egg. Combine cracker crumbs and salt in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg, then roll in crumbs; set aside....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 cup water1 cup crushed tortilla chips1 can (16 ounces) refried beans1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseToppings: Chopped lettuce and tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, sour cream and picante sauce Preparation In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Cook and stir until thickened, about 3 minutes; set aside....
Ingredients 4 pounds ground beef4 medium onions, chopped4 envelopes taco seasoningADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:2/3 cup water8 taco shellsOPTIONAL INGREDIENTS:Shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced ripe olives, sour cream and/or chopped tomatoes Preparation In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onions until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the taco seasoning. Cool. Spoon 2-1/2 cups into four resealable freezer bags. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Ingredients 1 cup butter, melted2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup cranberry-apple juice1/2 cup whiskey2 chopped ripe pears1/2 cup pitted dried plums (prunes), chopped1/2 cup raisins8 medium Gala apples Preparation In a large bowl, mix the butter, brown sugar, juice and whiskey until blended. Stir in the pears, dried plums and raisins. Cut a 1/2-in. slice off the top of each apple. Hollow out remaining apple, reserving centers and leaving a 1/2-in....
Ingredients 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast 2 tsp. Cajun seasoning, divided 1 tsp. dried oregano kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1 tbsp. butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 c. barbecue sauce 1/4 c. beer 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Juice of 1 lime pinch of crushed red pepper flakes Dash of hot sauce 1/4 c. Sliced green onions Cooked rice, for serving Preparation Step 1In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil....
Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini1 small onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheeseAdditional grated Parmesan cheese, optional Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef3 bacon strips, diced1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 cup tomato sauce1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained5-1/2 cups hot mashed potatoes (prepared without milk and butter)2 large eggs, lightly beaten2 tablespoons butter, softened1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro1/4 teaspoon saltAdditional butter, melted Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oilTurkey backbone, neck bone and wing tips, cut into 3-inch pieces2 medium carrots, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 large onion, chopped4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth6 sprigs fresh parsley2 garlic cloves, crushed2 bay leaves1 tablespoon whole peppercorns1/4 cup cornstarch1/4 cup cold water1 tablespoon lemon juice1 tablespoon minced fresh sage1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add turkey parts; brown on all sides, 8-10 minutes....
