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Ingredients 16 cups thinly sliced cabbage (about 3 pounds)2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 cup olive oil1/2 cup sliced green onions2 tablespoons cornstarch1/3 cup water4 teaspoons soy sauce1 teaspoon salt1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a 5-qt. Dutch oven, combine cabbage, garlic and oil; cook over low heat for 3-4 minutes, tossing lightly. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes or until cabbage is crisp-tender. Add onions. Combine cornstarch, water, soy sauce and salt....

Ingredients 16 seedless watermelon cubes (1 inch)1/3 cup finely chopped cucumber5 teaspoons finely chopped red onion2 teaspoons minced fresh mint2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro1/2 to 1 teaspoon lime juice Preparation Using a small melon baller or measuring spoon, scoop out the center of each watermelon cube, leaving a 1/4-in. shell (save centers for another use). In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; spoon into watermelon cubes.

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 2 cloves garlic 1 lb. ground lamb 1 tbsp. ground cumin 1 1/2 c. canned crushed tomatoes in thick puree (one 16-ounce can) 1 3/4 tsp. salt 3/4 lb. whole-wheat spaghetti 1/2 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper c. chopped fresh mint or parsley Preparation Step 1In a large frying pan, heat the oil over moderately low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes....

Ingredients 6 cups mashed cooked winter squash1/2 cup butter, melted6 large eggs, lightly beaten1 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon saltTOPPING:3/4 cup packed brown sugar1/3 cup butter, softened1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup slivered almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients. Pour into a ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine topping ingredients and crumble over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°.

Ingredients 2 cups uncooked instant rice1 package (16 ounces) frozen broccoli cuts, thawed1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon salt6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted1-1/4 cups water3/4 cup process cheese sauce1/2 cup Italian salad dressing1/2 cup 2% milkFresh red currants, optional Preparation Place rice in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with the broccoli, onion, celery, parsley and salt....

Ingredients 1 medium onion, chopped2 tablespoons olive oil, divided3 garlic cloves, minced2 cups diced zucchini1 cup diced sweet red pepper1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each) Preparation In a large ovenproof skillet, saute onion in 1 tablespoon oil for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add zucchini and red pepper; saute for 3 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 4 bone-in pork loin chops (1-1/2 inches thick and 8 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 tablespoon finely chopped onion1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley1 tablespoon 2% milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup chopped peeled apple1 cup whole kernel corn1 cup dry bread crumbsSAUCE:1/3 cup honey3 to 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cut a pocket in each pork chop by slicing almost to the bone....

Ingredients 2 whole star anise pods 1 tsp. black peppercorns 2 tsp. sugar 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1 tsp. ground cardamom 6 boneless Pekin duck breasts salt Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a spice grinder, grind the star anise pods and black peppercorns to a powder. Transfer the powder to a small bowl and stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and cardamom.Step 2Heat a large ovenproof skillet....

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1 can (12 ounces) frozen apple juice concentrate, thawed2 packages (.3 ounce each) sugar-free raspberry gelatin1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1 cup chopped celery1 medium navel orange, peeled, sectioned and chopped1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a 3-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine cranberries and apple juice concentrate; cover with waxed paper. Microwave on high for 6 to 7-1/2 minutes or until most of the berries have popped....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 medium summer squash, sliced2 small red potatoes, thinly slicedMinced fresh parsleySalt and pepper to taste Preparation In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute squash and potatoes until tender. Sprinkle with parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.

Ingredients 1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced French bread3 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 pound sliced deli ham6 slices provolone cheese1 jar (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1-1/2 cups shredded lettuce2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced1 small onion, thinly sliced2 banana peppers, thinly sliced Preparation Split bread lengthwise; spread bread bottom with cream cheese and layer with ham, provolone cheese and mushrooms. Replace top. Cut sandwich crosswise in half. On a microwave-safe plate, microwave each half, covered, on high for 15-30 seconds or until cheese is melted....

Ingredients 3 (11-oz.) tubes refrigerated French bread dough 1 large egg, mixed with 1 tbsp. water, for brushing dough 1 bunch kale, leaves stripped from stems and chopped (about 6 c.) 1 (15-oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened 1 1/2 c. shredded white cheddar 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan 1/2 c. ricotta 2 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper Pita chips, for serving...

Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and shredded (about 4 cups)1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/8 teaspoon dried thyme2 cups fresh baby spinach4 large eggs1/8 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper Preparation In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat the butter over low heat. Add sweet potatoes, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt and thyme; cook, covered, until potatoes are almost tender, 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in spinach just until wilted, 2-3 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil4 celery ribs (including tops), chopped2 medium onions, chopped2 large sweet potatoes (about 1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes3 garlic cloves, minced3 teaspoons curry powder1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder3/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk1 cup vegetable broth2 cups cut fresh green beans1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drainedHot cooked rice Preparation In a 6-qt....

Ingredients 28 uncooked large shrimp (1-1/2 pounds), peeled and deveined28 sea scallops (about 1/2 pound)1/2 cup butter, cubed7 tablespoons lemon juice5 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon paprika Preparation Place shrimp and scallops in a large resealable plastic bag; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder and paprika. Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute or until butter is melted....

Ingredients 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks3 cups leftover cooked stuffing2 cups cubed cooked turkey1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1/2 teaspoon garlic powder2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup sour cream, divided2 ounces cream cheese, softened1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon salt3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook until tender, 15-20 minutes....

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15-1/2 ounces) great northern beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 cup chopped onion1 cup water1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce2/3 cup chopped celery1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 teaspoon minced garlic1 bay leaf1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, optional1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, optionalHot cooked rice Preparation In a 5-qt....

Ingredients 5 cups broccoli florets1 tablespoon water1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half2 tablespoons chopped green onion1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 tablespoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place broccoli and water in a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring once; drain. Cool completely. Place broccoli in a serving bowl; gently stir in tomatoes and onion....

Ingredients 2 packages (3 ounces each) strawberry gelatin, divided5 cups boiling water, divided5 cups cold water, divided1 can (15 ounces) cream of coconut, divided2 packages (3 ounces each) orange gelatin, divided2 packages (3 ounces each) pineapple gelatin, divided2 packages (3 ounces each) lime gelatin, divided Preparation In a small bowl, dissolve one package of strawberry gelatin in 3/4 cup boiling water. Stir in 3/4 cup cold water. Divide among 12 dessert dishes and refrigerate until set, or pour into a 3-qt....

Ingredients 4 turkey drumsticks (12 ounces each)1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes1/2 cup boiling water2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried basil2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Place drumsticks in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange onion over drumsticks. Pour tomatoes on top. Combine the water, bouillon, garlic, salt, oregano and basil; pour over onion. Sprinkle with parsley....