Ingredients 4 large sweet onions, thinly sliced (about 8 cups)4 large sweet red peppers, thinly sliced (about 6 cups)1/2 cup cider vinegar1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons canola oil2 tablespoons honey2 teaspoons celery seed3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation In a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until vegetables are tender. Serve with a slotted spoon.
Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) French bread1/3 cup blue cheese salad dressing1/3 cup mayonnaise2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 pound smoked or cooked turkey, thinly sliced12 bacon strips, cooked and drained1 avocado, thinly sliced6 tomato slices (1/4 inch thick)Shredded lettuce Preparation Halve bread lengthwise. Spread blue cheese dressing on cut side of top of bread. Combine mayonnaise and mustard; spread on cut side of bottom of bread. Layer with turkey, bacon, avocado, tomato and lettuce....
Ingredients 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)2 teaspoons olive oil1 cup finely chopped onion1 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce, divided1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice3 tablespoons all-purpose flour8 whole wheat hamburger buns, split1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained Preparation Cut roast in half. In a large skillet, brown roast in oil; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Add the onion, 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce and pineapple juice. Cover and cook on low for 7-9 hours or until meat is tender....
Ingredients 12 taco shells1 rotisserie chicken, skin removed, shredded1 bottle (11-1/2 ounces) Thai peanut sauce, divided 1 medium cucumber, julienned1 medium carrot, julienned1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Heat taco shells according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, combine chicken and 1/2 cup peanut sauce; heat through. In a small bowl, mix cucumber, carrot and cilantro. Serve chicken in taco shells with cucumber mixture and remaining peanut sauce.
Ingredients 4 cups chicken broth1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil1 tablespoon red wine vinegarShredded Parmesan cheese and coarsely ground pepper, optional Preparation In a large saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Stir in tortellini. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the beans, tomatoes and basil. Simmer for 4-6 minutes or until pasta is tender....
Ingredients 3 cups uncooked ziti or small tube pasta1 tablespoon butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-3/4 cups fat-free milk3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheeseTOPPING:3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs1-1/2 teaspoons butter, melted1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook ziti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk....
Ingredients 1 package (7 ounces) watermelon-flavored hard candiesROYAL ICING:3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar4 teaspoons water1-3/4 teaspoons meringue powder1 yard of 1/8-inch-wide satin ribbon in white or the color of your choice3 to 3-1/2-inch heart-shaped metal cookie cutter Preparation Candy hearts: Place heart-shaped cookie cutters on a piece of foil, leaving space above the top of each cookie cutter for placing the ribbon hanger later. Coat the foil and cutters with cooking spray....
Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/8 teaspoon salt1 cup cold butter, cubed1 egg, separated2/3 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2/3 cup finely chopped walnuts2/3 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk, sour cream and vanilla; add to crumb mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight....
Ingredients 1 large sweet onion, halved and sliced3 tablespoons butter, divided1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 large egg1-1/4 cups 2% milk3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided1 teaspoon poppy seeds Preparation In a large skillet, cook onion in 2 tablespoons butter over medium-low heat until very tender and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Whisk egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1 egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon saltFILLING:1 cup chopped walnuts1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup sour cream Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 30 minutes....
Ingredients 3 cups butter, softened1-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 cups cornstarchNonpareils and/or halved candied cherries Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually add flour and cornstarch, beating until well blended. With hands lightly dusted with additional cornstarch, roll dough into 1-in. balls. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Press lightly with a floured fork. Top with nonpareils or cherry halves....
Ingredients 2/3 cup butter, softened1-3/4 cups sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/4 cups 2% milkFrosting of your choice Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1/4 cup plain yogurt1 tablespoon lemon juice1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces2 cups whole wheat or regular panko bread crumbsHoney mustard, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Mix first 6 ingredients; stir in chicken to coat. Place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl; add chicken, 1 piece at a time, and toss to coat....
Ingredients 3 cups sliced zucchini2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1/3 cup sliced onion1/2 teaspoon dried basil1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Toss together first 5 ingredients; place in a shallow greased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake, covered, 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake, uncovered, until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
Ingredients 8 beef cube steaks (4 ounces each)1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup French salad dressing1 cup shredded carrots3/4 cup finely chopped onion3/4 cup finely chopped celery1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper1/4 cup beef broth2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon browning sauce, optional Preparation Pound steaks to 1/4-in. thickness. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt and pepper. Place in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon salad dressing over steaks. Cover and chill for 1 hour....
Ingredients 1 pound fresh sugar snap peas2 teaspoons canola oil1 garlic clove, minced2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot1-1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 teaspoon sesame oilDash cayenne pepper1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil2 teaspoons sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a large nonstick skillet or wok, saute the peas in canola oil until crisp-tender. Add the garlic, ginger, vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil and cayenne; saute 1 minute longer....
Ingredients 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 large white onion 1 sprig oregano 1 tbsp. oregano leaves 1/4 c. balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar kosher salt Freshly ground pepper 1 c. prepared mashed sweet potatoes 1 prebaked pizza crust 1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella 4 oz. thinly sliced soppressata Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Set a pizza stone on the bottom of the oven (alternatively, the pizza can be baked directly on the oven rack)....
Ingredients 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed1 small green pepper, chopped1 small onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon ground cumin1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cups water1-1/2 cups frozen corn1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1/4 teaspoon pepper2 green onions, thinly sliced1 plum tomato, seeded and chopped Preparation Place sweet potato in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 13-18 minutes....
Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef or pork1 green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 envelope taco seasoning1/4 cup water8 flour tortillas1 tablespoon vegetable oilTaco toppings of your choice Preparation In a large skillet, cook the meat, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the garlic, taco seasoning and water. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Place four tortillas on a microwave-safe plate; microwave on high for 20 seconds....
Ingredients 4 boneless pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 6 ounces each)1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms4 green onions, chopped1/4 cup Dijon mustard1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons chipotle or other hot pepper sauce1 tablespoon red wine, optional 1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Sprinkle chops with garlic powder and pepper. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat....
