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Ingredients 1 large tomato, seeded and chopped1 medium zucchini, finely chopped4 green onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons minced fresh basil4 to 6 garlic cloves, minced2 tablespoons lemon juice2 tablespoons olive oil3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese1 loaf (1 pound) unsliced Italian bread1/4 to 1/3 cup butter, softened Preparation In a large bowl, combine the tomato, zucchini, onions, basil and garlic. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef6 cups water1 can (28 ounces) tomato sauce1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained2 cups chopped green peppers1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons salt2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules1 teaspoon pepper2 cups cooked long grain riceChopped fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook and stir beef until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in next 8 ingredients; bring to a boil....

Ingredients 8 to 10 large eggs3 tablespoons whole milkSalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon butter10 frozen bread dough dinner rolls, thawed10 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a bowl, beat the eggs. Add milk, salt and pepper. Melt butter in a skillet; add the egg mixture. Cook and stir over medium heat until the eggs are set. Remove from the heat and set aside. Roll each dinner roll into a 5-in....

Ingredients 2 teaspoons olive oil1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1 tablespoon reduced-sodium taco seasoning1 cup frozen corn1 cup salsa1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth Preparation In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until no longer pink. Stir in taco seasoning. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes to allow flavors to blend....

Ingredients 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 cup raisins1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 tablespoons lemon juice3 garlic cloves, minced1 fresh beef brisket (3 pounds)1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, onion, raisins, brown sugar, lemon juice and garlic. Pour half into a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle meat with salt and pepper. Transfer to slow cooker....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 tablespoon sugar1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon salt3 large eggs, separated1 cup sour cream1 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes1/2 cup whole milk1/4 cup butter, melted3/4 cup chopped pecansMaple syrup, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cardamom and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks, sour cream, sweet potatoes, milk and butter; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup sugar1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg, beaten1 can (14-1/2 ounces) pitted tart cherries, drainedBUTTER SAUCE:1 cup sugar1/2 cup butter, cubed1/2 cup evaporated milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. Combine the egg and cherries; add to dry ingredients. Stir until well combined and batter no longer appears dry. Pour into a greased 8-in. square baking dish....

Ingredients 1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup canola oil1/4 cup packed brown sugar2 teaspoons ground mustard2 teaspoons ground ginger1 teaspoon garlic powder1 pound beef top sirloin steak (1-1/2 pounds) Preparation In a shallow dish, combine the first six ingredients; add the steak and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°), 5-8 minutes on each side....

Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast2 tablespoons sugar3/4 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)1 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup tomato paste3 tablespoons olive oil1 teaspoon salt2-3/4 to 3-1/4 cups bread flourFILLING:1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend2 teaspoons dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Preparation Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk. In a large bowl, beat egg, tomato paste, oil, salt, yeast mixture and 1 cup flour on medium speed until smooth....

Ingredients 12 dried lasagna noodles (about 10 ounces) 2 tsp. olive oil 1 large onion 4 clove garlic 1 1/2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning 1/4 tsp. red-pepper flakes 1 lb. sweet Italian sausage 2 can whole peeled tomatoes in puree Coarse salt and ground pepper 6 c. shredded shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1 1/2 pounds) 3/4 c. shredded Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces) Preparation Step 1Fill a 9-by-13-inch baking dish two-thirds of the way with hot tap water....

Ingredients 3 cups cooked mashed sweet potatoes1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup milk1/4 cup butter, melted2 eggs, lightly beaten1 teaspoon vanilla extractDash saltTOPPING:1/4 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1/4 cup butter, melted2 eggs Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Pour into a lightly greased 9-in. square baking dish. Combine the topping ingredients; pour over potato mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup finely chopped onion1 pouch (6.4 ounces) light tuna in water1 cup seasoned bread crumbs, divided1 cup shredded zucchini2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/3 cup minced fresh parsley1 teaspoon lemon juice1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons canola oil Preparation In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender. Remove from heat. Add tuna, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, zucchini, eggs, parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper to onion mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly....

Ingredients 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth1 jar (16 ounces) chunky salsa1 can (15 ounces) hominy, rinsed and drained2 teaspoons chipotle hot pepper sauce1/2 teaspoon ground cumin2 cups cubed cooked turkey breast1/4 cup sour cream1/3 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro1/3 cup crushed blue tortilla chips1/4 cup shredded red or green cabbage Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat....

Ingredients 4 Yukon gold potatoes 1 fennel bulb 3 tbsp. dry white wine 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground pepper 1/2 lb. Tetilla or other young cow’s-milk cheese c. whole milk 1 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 garlic clove Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Bake the potatoes directly on the upper rack of the oven for 40 minutes, or until tender.Step 2Meanwhile, spread the fennel wedges in a shallow glass baking dish and drizzle with the wine and olive oil....

Ingredients 4 salmon fillets (4 ounces each)4 teaspoons Dijon mustard4 teaspoons honey2 slices whole wheat bread, torn into pieces3 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts2 teaspoons canola oil1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place salmon on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Mix mustard and honey; brush over salmon. Place bread in a food processor; pulse until coarse crumbs form. Transfer to a small bowl. Stir in walnuts, oil and thyme; press onto salmon....

Ingredients 1 package white cake mix (regular size)1 cup lemon-lime soda3 large egg whites, room temperature1/4 cup canola oil1 package (3 ounces) watermelon gelatin2 drops watermelon oil, optionalFROSTING:2 cups butter, softened6 cups confectioners’ sugar1 package (3 ounces) watermelon gelatin5 to 6 tablespoons lemon-lime soda15 drops red food coloring3 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Line 24 muffin cups with paper liners. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, soda, egg whites, canola oil, gelatin and, if desired, watermelon oil; beat on low speed 30 seconds....

Ingredients 6 medium red potatoes, halved and thinly sliced1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakesSalt to taste Preparation Arrange potatoes and onion in an ungreased 9-in. square baking dish. Combine butter, pepper flakes and salt; drizzle over potatoes and onion. Cover and bake at 400° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until potatoes are tender.

Ingredients 2 medium yellow summer squash, diced1 large zucchini, diced1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 cup chopped onion2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups shredded cheddar cheese1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1/2 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 25 crackers)1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large skillet, saute the summer squash, zucchini, mushrooms and onion in oil until tender; drain. In a large bowl, combine the vegetable mixture, cheese, soup, sour cream and salt....

Ingredients 1 cup chopped pecans1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese6 green onions, chopped1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 jar (10 ounces) seedless raspberry or strawberry preservesSliced green onions, optionalAssorted crackers Preparation Spread pecans evenly over bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese, green onions and bacon. Carefully spread over pecans....

Ingredients 1 medium orange2 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches2 cups chopped peeled fresh pears1 package (1-3/4 ounces) powdered fruit pectin5 cups sugar Preparation Finely grate peel from orange; peel and section the fruit. Place peel and sections in a Dutch oven. Add peaches and pears. Stir in pectin. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sugar; return to a full rolling boil. Boil and stir 1 minute....