Ingredients 3 packages (10 ounces each) oyster crackers3/4 cup canola oil1 envelope taco seasoning1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon chili powder Preparation Place the crackers in a large roasting pan; drizzle with oil. Combine the seasonings; sprinkle over crackers and toss to coat. Bake at 350° until golden brown, 15-20 minutes, stirring once.
Ingredients 1 large head cauliflower, outer leaves removed, stem trimmed 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro 1 small shallot, finely diced 1 small clove garlic, minced 1 tbsp. brown sugar 1 tbsp. fish sauce (or soy sauce) 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes Juice and zest of 1 lime 1/4 c. chopped salted peanuts Preparation Step 1Heat grill to medium. Place cauliflower stem-side down on cutting board and cut into 1" thick “steaks....
Ingredients 1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1 tablespoon canola oil3/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese1/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)8 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)8 spinach leaves1/4 cup butter, softened Preparation In a large skillet, saute the artichokes, pepper and onion in oil until tender; stir in cheese. Remove from the heat....
Ingredients 1-3/4 cups 2% milk1 cup butterscotch-caramel ice cream topping1/4 cup butter, cubed1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon ground ginger2 large eggs4 cups cubed day-old French bread2 cups sliced peeled fresh pears (about 2 medium)TOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup cold butter1/3 cup English toffee bits Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine milk, butterscotch-caramel topping, butter, cinnamon and ginger. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until butter is melted....
Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey1 medium green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 cups salsa1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained8 corn tortillas (6 inches)2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, dividedOptional: Shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, plain Greek yogurt and chopped fresh cilantro Preparation Cook the turkey, pepper, onion and spices in a large skillet over medium heat until meat is no longer pink....
Ingredients 4 pounds tomatoes, seeded and chopped (about 8 large tomatoes)3 medium green peppers, chopped2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth1-1/2 cups water1-1/2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon pepper3 cups cubed cooked turkey breast3 cups cooked elbow macaroniMinced fresh basil, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven, combine the first 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours....
Ingredients 4 small baking potatoes1/4 cup butter, softened1/4 cup whole milk1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/3 cup real bacon bits2 green onions, chopped1 teaspoon Dijon mustardDash paprika Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 7-10 minutes or until tender, turning once. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard. Scoop out pulp, leaving a thin shell....
Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion1/2 teaspoon salt1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauceBAKING POWDER BISCUITS:1 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon celery salt1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons butter1/2 cup 2% milk Preparation In a large cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, cook ground beef and onion until the beef is browned and onion is tender; crumble meat; drain. Add salt and tomato sauce; simmer 10-15 minutes....
Ingredients 8 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes1 cup all-purpose flour1 tablespoon salt2 teaspoons pepper1/2 cup canola oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 bay leaves2 teaspoons dried thyme6 quarts water4 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce1 can (46 ounces) tomato juice1/4 cup beef bouillon granules2 cups medium pearl barley2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed1-1/2 pounds carrots, sliced1 pound chopped cabbage1 pound onions, chopped1 package (16 ounces) frozen green beans1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas...
Ingredients 2 to 2-1/4 cups bread flour1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1 teaspoon salt1 cup warm water (120° to 130°)1 tablespoon olive oilTOPPING:3 plum tomatoes, chopped5 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup chopped green pepper1/2 cup sliced ripe olives1/4 cup chopped onion3 tablespoons olive oil2 teaspoons red wine vinegar3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper2 teaspoons cornmeal Preparation In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, yeast and salt....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened6 ounces cream cheese, softened2 cups all-purpose flourFILLING:1 tablespoon butter, melted1 large egg, beaten3/4 cup packed brown sugarPinch salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup chopped walnutsHalved candied cherries, optional Preparation In a bowl, blend butter, cream cheese and flour. Chill. Divide dough into fourths; divide each fourth into 12 small balls. Press each ball into miniature tart or muffin pans. For filling, combine all ingredients except cherries; fill tarts three-fourths full....
Ingredients 1 lb. pork tenderloin 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 1/2 lb. escarole 1 shallot or 2 scallions including green tops 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1/2 tsp. dried thyme 2 tsp. grainy or Dijon mustard 1/2 c. heavy cream 1/2 lb. ziti Preparation Step 1Cut the pork into 1/2-inch slices and flatten them with the heel of your hand....
Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. sour cherries 1/2 c. dry, fruity red wine 1/4 c. sugar 1 pound cake 1 ripe mango 2 tbsp. honey 1 tbsp. dark rum c. water 1/2 c. champagne grapes (or equivalent amount of Red Flame grapes) Preparation Step 1Pit the cherries, and place them in a stainless steel saucepan with the wine and sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, uncovered, over medium heat, and cook for 5 minutes to reduce the juices....
Ingredients 5 lb. red bliss potatoes Sea salt Freshly ground black pepper canola oil 2 c. Homemade Basic Mayonnaise (below) 1 c. store-bought Major Grey’s Mango Chutney 2 tbsp. sweetened condensed milk 2 large eggs 4 tsp. Dijon mustard 2 tsp. white wine vinegar 1 tsp. Sea salt 2 c. grapeseed oil Preparation Step 1To make Homemade Basic Mayonnaise: Add the eggs, mustard, vinegar, and salt to a food processor or blender....
Ingredients 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin1/4 cup cold water1/2 cup sugar1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained2 tablespoons lemon juice1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice6 ounces cream cheese, softened12 maraschino cherries, quartered2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional1 carton (12 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawedLettuce leaves, optional Preparation Soften gelatin in cold water. Meanwhile, in a saucepan, bring sugar and pineapple with juice to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat....
Ingredients 1/2 cup Thai peanut sauce1/2 cup teriyaki sauce1/4 cup chunky peanut butter2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips3 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 tablespoon sesame oil3 cups chopped sweet onions4 celery ribs, sliced diagonally2 medium carrots, sliced diagonally1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot3 garlic cloves, minced1/3 cup thinly sliced green onionsHot cooked rice Preparation In a small bowl, combine the peanut sauce, teriyaki sauce, peanut butter and Worcestershire sauce; set aside....
Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup white vinegar1/2 cup sugar1 small onion, cut into wedges1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup canola oilSalad greens, tomato wedges and cucumber slices or vegetables of your choice Preparation In a blender, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, vinegar, sugar, onion, salt and pepper; cover and process until smooth. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Serve with salad. Refrigerate leftover dressing.
Ingredients 4 quarts popped popcorn2 cups dry roasted peanuts1-1/3 cups sugar1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar1 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup water1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups candy corn Preparation Place popcorn and peanuts in large buttered heat-proof containers or bowls; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, corn syrup, water, butter and salt. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 285° (soft-crack stage), stirring occasionally....
Ingredients 15 uncooked jumbo pasta shells1-1/2 cups silken firm tofu3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese, divided2 garlic cloves, peeled1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, drained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 cup dry red wine or vegetable broth1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Cook pasta shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a blender, combine the tofu, 2 tablespoons Romano cheese and garlic; cover and process until smooth....
Ingredients 3 tbsp. canola oil 1 tsp. sesame oil 2 eggs 4 clove garlic 2 tbsp. finely chopped fresh ginger 1 la chang (Chinese sausage) 1/2 c. Sliced scallions 5 c. cold cooked rice 2 tbsp. soy sauce 1/2 tsp. white pepper kosher salt Preparation Step 1Heat a wok or large nonstick skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the oil and the sesame oil and swirl to coat the pan....
