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Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 package (3.4 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix4 large eggs1-1/2 cups water1/2 cup canola oil1 cup semisweet chocolate chipsRASPBERRY SAUCE:1 cup water2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawed1 tablespoon sugar3 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons lemon juiceConfectioners’ sugar Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mixes, eggs, water and oil; beat on low speed 30 seconds....

Ingredients 1 bottle (11-1/2 ounces) sweet-and-sour sauce, divided1/2 cup pineapple juice2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce2 garlic cloves, minced1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes2 medium sweet red peppers2 medium green peppers2 medium onions1 fresh pineapple, washed and top removedCrushed red pepper flakes8 cherry tomatoes, optionalHot cooked rice Preparation In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup sweet-and-sour sauce, pineapple juice, teriyaki sauce and garlic. Pour half of marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken....

Ingredients 2 large baking potatoes1 can (6 ounces) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked1 celery rib with leaves, finely chopped1 green onion, chopped1/3 cup creamy cucumber salad dressing1/8 teaspoon each salt and pepper1/4 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese Preparation Scrub and pierce potatoes; place on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, turning once, 7-9 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut a thin slice off the top of each potato and discard....

Ingredients 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 garlic clove, minced1 cup uncooked arborio rice1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 cup white wine or additional broth1-1/2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast2 tablespoons shredded Romano cheese1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, bring broth to a simmer; keep hot. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute mushrooms, onion and garlic until tender, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup orange juice1/4 cup white vinegar1 tablespoon seasoned salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1-1/2 pounds venison or elk flank steak, cut into thin strips1 medium green pepper, julienned1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned1 medium onion, halved and sliced2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided8 flour tortillas (8 inches)2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheeseSour cream and salsa Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients....

Ingredients 4-2/3 cups water, divided2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves1 small onion, quartered1 celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large carrot, cut into 1-inch piecesSalt and pepper to taste2 cups herb stuffing mix1/4 cup butter, melted3 tablespoons Homemade Cream-Style Soup Mix1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup frozen peas Preparation In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups water, chicken, onion, celery, carrot, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until chicken juices run clear and vegetables are tender....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. olive oil 1 small onion 5 clove garlic 2 tsp. dried oregano 2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. Black pepper 1 tsp. chili flakes 1 small can tomato paste 1/4 c. red wine vinegar 1 can crushed tomatoes (or fresh if in season) (if available, san marzano are best) 1 c. water 1/4 c. Extra virgin olive oil 5 fresh basil leaves Preparation Step 1Heat olive oil over medium heat....

Ingredients 11 cups thinly sliced zucchini (about 3 pounds)1 large onion, halved and thinly sliced1/3 cup canning salt4-1/2 cups white vinegar3 cups sugar1 tablespoon mustard seed1-1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric Preparation Place zucchini and onion in a large nonreactive bowl. Sprinkle with salt and toss to coat. Add water to cover; let stand at room temperature 2 hours. Drain; rinse and drain thoroughly. In a 6-qt. stockpot, combine remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil2 medium onions, chopped2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1/3 cup tomato paste4 garlic cloves, minced4-1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1-1/2 teaspoons salt1 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon ground allspice3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted crushed tomatoes1 cup bulgur1 large carrot, finely shreddedShredded cheddar cheese, optional...

Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage3 pounds potatoes, peeled and sliced3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth2 cups water1 cup chopped sweet onion2 garlic cloves, minced1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 cups chopped Swiss chard2 cups heavy whipping cream8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain; set aside. In a Dutch oven, combine the potatoes, broth, water, onion, garlic, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda2 cups warm milk (120°)1/2 cup chopped walnutsWhipped cream and additional walnuts, optional Preparation In a small heavy skillet, combine sugar, flour and baking soda; cook and stir over medium heat until light brown. Reduce heat to low; gradually stir in milk. Cook and stir until thickened and bubbly. Stir in nuts. Pour into two serving dishes. Chill. Garnish with whipped cream and walnuts if desired....

Ingredients 5 large eggs, separated1/2 cup shortening1/2 cup butter, softened2 cups sugar1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking soda1 cup buttermilk1 cup finely chopped walnuts, toasted1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 teaspoon cream of tartarFILLING/FROSTING:1 cup raspberry preserves, warmed11 ounces cream cheese, softened3/4 cup butter, softened6-1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Place egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes....

Ingredients olive oil 8 oz. reduced-fat cream cheese 1 container part-skim ricotta cheese Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 medium zucchini 1 clove garlic 2 tsp. dried oregano 6 no-boil lasagna noodles 2 oz. shredded (1/2 cup) part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lightly oil an 8-inch square baking dish; set aside.Step 2In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese and ricotta; season with salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 quart fresh strawberries4 tablespoons sugar, divided1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 cup cold butter, cubed1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup whole milkWhipped cream Preparation Mash or slice the strawberries; place in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons sugar and set aside. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and remaining sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. In a small bowl, beat egg and milk; stir into flour mixture just until moistened....

Ingredients 7 cups torn romaine1 cup chopped fresh pineapple1/2 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts, toasted3 green onions, chopped6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice3 tablespoons olive oil2 tablespoons red wine vinegar1 teaspoon honey1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted Preparation In a large salad bowl, toss the romaine, pineapple, macadamia nuts, green onions and bacon. In a small bowl, whisk the pineapple juice, oil, red wine vinegar, honey, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 c. ruby port 2 lb. mixed ground beef brisket, skirt steak, and sirloin steak (20 percent fat) salt Freshly ground pepper 1/2 c. Stilton cheese Umami dust (optional, see Note) 4 brioche hamburger buns Preparation Step 1In a small saucepan, cook the port over moderate heat until reduced to 2 tablespoons, about 15 minutes.Step 2Heat a cast-iron griddle until very hot. Form the meat into four 4- by 1-inch patties without packing too tightly....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Asian fish sauce 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice 2 tbsp. sugar 2 tbsp. water 1 small red chile 4 oz. rice vermicelli 12 5-inch round rice paper wrappers 1/2 red bell pepper 1/2 yellow bell pepper 1/2 Hass avocado Half of a 4-inch length of seedless cucumber 2 c. alfalfa sprouts 6 large basil leaves Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the fish sauce with the lime juice, sugar, water, and chile, stirring to dissolve the sugar....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1/2 cup sour cream1 tablespoon butter3 tablespoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoons salt3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeastVEGETABLE MIXTURE:1/2 cup butter, cubed1 cup chopped celery1 cup chopped green pepper1 cup chopped green onions6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseRanch salad dressing, optional Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first 7 ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting. Check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1-2 tablespoons additional water or flour if needed....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1/4 cup unsweetened apple juice1/4 teaspoon lemon extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup quick-cooking oats1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3/4 teaspoon baking soda3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground cloves1-1/2 cups chopped peeled tart apple1 cup raisins1/2 cup chopped walnut Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients 1 red onion 1/2 cauliflower 3/4 lb. asparagus 1 yellow bell pepper 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 4 New York strip steaks 1 c. Garlicky Olivada Preparation Step 1Light a grill. Secure each onion slice on a toothpick. In a bowl, toss the onion and vegetables with the 1/4 cup of oil; season with salt and pepper. Brush the steaks with oil; season with salt and pepper....