Ingredients 3 tbsp. reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 tbsp. rice vinegar 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil or sesame seeds tsp. crushed red pepper 1/2 c. slivered sweet onion 1 tbsp. grated fresh ginger root 2 tsp. Bottled minced garlic 1 tbsp. olive oil or vegetable oil 2 c. Cut-up fresh vegetables 1 package cooked whole grain brown rice or cooked long grain rice 1 1/2 c. Morningstar Farms® Meal Starters™ Veggie Steak Strips...
Ingredients 2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned1 large red onion, sliced3 tablespoons olive oil, divided3 garlic cloves, minced2 medium yellow summer squash, thinly sliced2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup heavy whipping cream2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon pepper6 large eggs, room temperature8 slices bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (about 6 cups), divided 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese...
Ingredients 1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained well and chopped1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon almond extract3/4 cup chopped pecans2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rollsGLAZE:1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 to 2 tablespoons 2% milk1/4 teaspoon almond extractAdditional pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Reserve 3 tablespoons cherries for topping. For filling, beat cream cheese, sugar and extract until smooth. Stir in 3/4 cup pecans and remaining cherries....
Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground allspice1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt3 large eggs1 cup canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 cup frozen cooked winter squash, thawed1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium)1 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, allspice, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, oil and vanilla; add squash and bananas....
Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes1 medium onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 cans (16 ounces each ) chili beans, undrained2 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chiles, undrained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 cup water1 teaspoon beef bouillon granulesChili powder, pepper and cayenne pepper to tasteOptional: Sour cream, tortilla chips and shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat canola oil over medium heat....
Ingredients 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons orange juice1/2 cup canola oil1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce3 eggs, lightly beaten2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar4-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups shredded zucchini1 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, combine orange juice, oil, applesauce, eggs and vanilla. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and baking soda; mix well....
Ingredients 1 package button, crimini, or baby bella mushrooms (Crimini and baby bella are actually the same thing.) 2 tbsp. olive oil salt and pepper Cooking spray 1 clove garlic c. stuffing mix or bread crumbs c. Parmesan cheese 1 tsp. minced sage Preparation Step 1Preheat the toaster oven to 350 degrees. With the clean kitchen towel, wipe off as much dirt as you can from the mushrooms. Quickly rinse the rest of the dirt off under running water....
Ingredients 6 medium baking potatoes (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon butter, melted1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, divided1 cup thinly sliced green onions1 large sweet red pepper, finely chopped1/2 cup fresh broccoli florets, finely chopped1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes. Bake at 400° for 40-50 minutes or until tender. Cool slightly; cut each potato in half lengthwise. Scoop out the pulp, leaving a thin shell (save pulp for another use)....
Ingredients 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple tidbits1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding1 cup quartered strawberries1 cup sliced ripe bananas Preparation Drain pineapple and oranges, reserving juices. In a large bowl, combine pudding mix with reserved fruit juices. Fold in pineapple, oranges and strawberries; chill for at least 2 hours. Add bananas just before serving.
Ingredients 1 lb. walnut halves (about 4 cups) 1 c. sugar 1/2 c. water c. sesame seeds 1 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp. kosher salt Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large, wide saucepan, combine the walnuts, sugar, and water and bring to a boil. Add the sesame seeds, cayenne, and salt and cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until the water is nearly evaporated, about 4 minutes....
Ingredients 1 package (1-1/4 pounds) uncooked bratwurst links2 bottles (12 ounces each) beer or nonalcoholic beer2 tablespoons butter1 can (16 ounces) sauerkraut, rinsed, drained and chopped1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted1/2 cup whole milk1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine bratwurst and beer. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160° Drain and cut into 1/4-in....
Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked bow tie pasta1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced1/2 cup sliced green onions2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon olive oil2 pound plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 4 teaspoons dried basil2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute the mushrooms, onions and garlic in butter and oil for 5 minutes or until tender....
Ingredients 1-1/4 cups heavy whipping cream, divided 2 tablespoons sugar2 large egg yolks7 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped2 vanilla beansToasted sliced almonds, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup cream and sugar; cook over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to pan, whisking constantly. Cook over low heat until mixture is just thick enough to coat a metal spoon and a thermometer reads at least 160°, stirring constantly....
Ingredients 1 lb. parsnips 1 lb. Brussels sprouts 1/2 lb. pearl onions 1 medium head of cauliflower 1 large celery root 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 20 sage leaves 1 tsp. chopped sage 6 sprig thyme 1 tsp. chopped thyme Salt and freshly ground pepper 2 1/2 c. milk 1/4 c. finely chopped yellow onion 5 sprig flat-leaf parsley 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 1/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/2 c. heavy cream...
Ingredients 1/2 cup shortening1 cup sugar2 large eggs1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)1 tablespoon 2% milk2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in bananas and milk. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until moistened....
Ingredients 2 medium limes1/3 cup sugar8 cups cubed seedless watermelon (1 inch)2 cups ice cubes2 cups tequila1 cup Triple Sec1/4 cup lime juice Preparation Cut 1 lime into 12 wedges; reserve for garnishes. If desired, coat the rim of each glass with sugar: Cut remaining lime into wedges. Using these wedges, moisten the rims of 12 margarita or cocktail glasses. Sprinkle sugar on a plate; hold each glass upside down and dip rim into sugar....
Ingredients 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1 teaspoon garlic powder1-1/2 cups diced zucchini1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained1/2 cup instant rice1/2 cup water1/4 cup chopped onion1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce3/4 teaspoon dried basil Preparation Crumble beef into a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish; sprinkle with garlic powder. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes; stir. Heat 1-2 minutes longer or until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients....
Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1/2 cup chopped onion2 celery ribs with leaves, chopped1/4 cup chopped green pepper1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes1/4 cup ketchup2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon white vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 tablespoon steak sauce1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/4 teaspoon paprika10 hamburger or hoagie buns, split Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the beef, onion, celery and green pepper until meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender; drain....
Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes or yams, cooked and peeled1 cup orange juice1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup raisins2 tablespoons butter1 tablespoon cornstarch1/4 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons chopped walnuts Preparation Cut potatoes in half lengthwise, then into 2-in. pieces. Place in an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, raisins, butter, cornstarch and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes longer....
Ingredients 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4-1/2 pounds)2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup paprika1 tablespoon pepper1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepperSAUCE:1/2 cup barbecue sauce1/4 cup beer or beef broth Preparation Rub ribs with oil. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and cayenne; rub over ribs. Wrap in a large piece of heavy-duty foil (about 28 in....
