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Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules1 cup hot water3-1/2 cups cubed cooked wild turkey1-1/2 cups chopped celery1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/2 cup chopped onion1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1 cup soft bread crumbs2 tablespoons butter, melted Preparation Prepare rice according to package directions; place in a large bowl....

Ingredients 5 bacon strips, chopped2 tablespoons butter, melted1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3 tablespoons minced fresh sage, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cups 2% milk3 large eggs, room temperature Preparation Preheat oven to 450°. In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels with a slotted spoon; drain, reserving drippings. Transfer drippings to a measuring cup; add enough melted butter to measure 1/4 cup. Pour into 12 ungreased muffin cups....

Ingredients 3 pounds ground beef3 envelopes taco seasoning3 heads lettuce, shredded3 cups shredded cheddar cheese3 cups chopped tomatoes2 cups chopped onion3 cans (4-1/4 ounces each) chopped or sliced ripe olives, drained2 cans (15 ounces each) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)1 package (16 ounces) corn chips1 bottle (16 ounces) Catalina salad dressing1 jar (12 ounces) salsa Preparation Brown beef; drain. Add taco seasoning and prepare according to package directions....

Ingredients 2 cups vanilla yogurt1/2 cup orange juice2 pounds fresh strawberries, halved (8 cups)1/2 cup sugarAdditional vanilla yogurt and fresh mint leaves, optional Preparation In a blender, combine the yogurt, orange juice, strawberries and sugar in batches; cover and process until blended. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Garnish with additional yogurt and mint leaves if desired.

Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) uncooked sausage links1 cup sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch1 cup water1/2 cup vinegar1/2 cup ketchup1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drainedHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage until a thermometer reads 160° drain. When cool enough to handle, cut into bite-size pieces; set aside. Combine the sugar, cornstarch, water, vinegar and ketchup; add to skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook for 2 minutes or until thickened....

Ingredients 1 leftover turkey carcass (from a 14-pound turkey)3 quarts water2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 medium onion, finely chopped4 celery ribs, finely chopped2 medium carrots, grated1 bay leafDash poultry seasoning1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepperSalt, optional Preparation In a stockpot, place turkey carcass, water and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 4-5 hours. Remove carcass from stock....

Ingredients SUN-DRIED TOMATO PESTO:1/3 cup packed fresh parsley sprigs2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves1 garlic clove, quartered2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry2 tablespoons sherry1/4 teaspoon saltDash pepper1/4 cup olive oilSTEAK FLATBREADS:1 beef top sirloin steak (3/4 inch thick and 1-1/4 pounds)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper4 flatbreads or whole pita breads2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup shredded fontina cheese1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced Preparation For pesto, place the parsley, basil and garlic in a food processor; cover and pulse until chopped....

Ingredients 6 large potatoes (about 3 pounds)1 cup Italian salad dressing8 hard-boiled large eggs, sliced1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced3 celery ribs, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped2/3 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber1 cup frozen peas, thawed1 cup mayonnaise2/3 cup sour cream2 teaspoons prepared mustard1 teaspoon salt1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place potatoes in a Dutch oven and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. baking powder 1/4 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1 Egg, lightly beaten 3/4 c. sugar 1/4 c. milk 1/4 c. sour cream 2 tsp. vanilla extract 1/2 c. chocolate chips, melted Rainbow sprinkles, for serving Cooking spray Preparation Step 1Preheat waffle maker.Step 2Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a medium bowl. In a separate small bowl, whisk together sugar, milk, sour cream and vanilla until evenly combined....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons orange juice1 tablespoon olive oil1 teaspoon Caribbean jerk seasoning1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes1-1/2 pounds sea scallops (about 16)2 medium zucchini Preparation In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, oil, seasoning, orange zest and red pepper flakes; set aside 1 tablespoon for basting. Pour the remaining marinade into a large bowl. Add the scallops; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup soy sauce1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup water3 tablespoons minced garlic3 tablespoons lemon juice2 teaspoons Szechuan chili sauce2-1/2 pounds whole chicken wings1 cup self-rising flourOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, sugar, water, garlic, lemon juice and chili sauce; set aside. Cut chicken wings into three sections; discard wing tip sections. Place flour in another large resealable plastic bag; add chicken wings, a few at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 1/2 medium green pepper, thinly sliced1/3 cup thinly sliced onion1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon butter2 teaspoons mayonnaise1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon prepared horseradish2 slices Texas toast, toasted6 slices deli roast beef or ham (1/2 ounce each)1/2 medium tomato, sliced1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a nonstick skillet, saute the green pepper, onion, mushrooms and cumin in butter until vegetables are tender. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and horseradish; spread over toast....

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon all-purpose flour3/4 cup milk1 chicken bouillon cube1/4 teaspoon salt, optional1/8 teaspoon pepper1 can (3-1/4 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1/2 cup frozen peas2 teaspoons diced pimientos1 cup hot cooked egg noodles Preparation In a small saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in flour until blended; cook and stir for 1 minute. Gradually stir in milk. Add the bouillon, salt if desired and pepper....

Ingredients 1/4 c. unsalted butter 3 oz. good-quality unsweetened chocolate 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 c. sugar 2 large eggs 1/4 c. whole milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 c. sugar c. heavy cream 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1 c. coarsely chopped toasted pecans Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Line a buttered 8-inch square baking dish with foil or parchment paper, allowing a 2-inch overhang....

Ingredients 1/4 c. vegan butter, divided 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 lb. cremini mushrooms Kosher salt 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced into rounds 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. miso 1/2 c. white wine 2 c. water 1 bay leaf 2 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and chopped into roughly ¾-inch cubes Freshly ground black pepper Chopped fresh curly parsley leaves and oyster crackers, for serving...

Ingredients 2 loaves (1 pound each) frozen bread dough, thawed1 pound ground venison1 medium onion, chopped1/2 medium green pepper, chopped1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained2 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon Italian seasoning3 tablespoons prepared Italian salad dressing, divided1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese2 packages (3 ounces each) sliced pepperoni1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseSpaghetti sauce, warmed, optional Preparation Let dough rise in a warm place until doubled....

Ingredients 1 c. all-purpose flour 3/4 tsp. granulated sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 6 tbsp. vegetable shortening 2 tbsp. cold water 1 large egg yolk 3/4 tsp. apple cider vinegar 3 large eggs 1 c. Vermont maple syrup 2 tbsp. butter 1/4 c. firmly packed dark brown sugar 1/4 c. Vermont maple sugar 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 tsp. finely grated lemon zest...

Ingredients 2 cans (14 ounces each) water-packed artichoke hearts3 cups shredded cooked chicken3 cups refrigerated spinach tortellini, cooked1-1/2 cups mayonnaise1-1/2 cups grated Asiago cheese, divided Fresh basil, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Drain artichoke hearts, reserving 1/4 cup of juices. Coarsely chop; combine with chicken, tortellini, mayonnaise, 1 cup cheese and reserved artichoke liquid. Place artichoke mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until bubbly and starting to brown, about 30 minutes....

Ingredients 2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese2/3 cup mayonnaise1/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream2 teaspoons water1-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar1/8 teaspoon Worcestershire sauceDash cayenne pepper1 large head iceberg lettuce2 cups chopped assorted tomatoes6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a small bowl, mix the first 7 ingredients. Cut lettuce into 6 wedges. To serve, top wedges with dressing, tomatoes and bacon.

Ingredients 12 pieces string cheese12 large egg roll wrappers (see note)Oil for deep-fat fryingMarinara or spaghetti sauce Preparation Place a piece of string cheese near the bottom corner of 1 egg roll wrapper (keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use). Fold bottom corner over cheese. Roll up halfway; fold sides toward center over cheese. Moisten remaining corner with water; roll up tightly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and cheese....