Ingredients 2 medium red apples, chopped2 small zucchini, chopped1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts2/3 cup Italian salad dressing Preparation In a large bowl, combine the apples, zucchini and walnuts. Add salad dressing; toss to coat.
Ingredients 6 medium zucchini, diced (about 6 cups)4 tablespoons butter, melted2 medium tomatoes, diced1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 cup Velveeta1 cup soft bread crumbs2 large eggs, beaten2 tablespoons dried minced onion3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, saute zucchini in 2 tablespoons butter until crisp-tender; drain well....
Ingredients COFFEE CAKE MIX:4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour2-1/4 cups sugar2 tablespoons baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons saltSTREUSEL MIX:3/4 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 tablespoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1-1/2 cups chopped pecansADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:1 egg, beaten1/2 cup milk1/4 cup vegetable oil1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a large bowl, combine coffee cake mix ingredients; set aside. Combine the first four streusel ingredients; add pecans. Store both mixes in separate airtight containers in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened2-1/2 cups sugar, divided4 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 teaspoons almond extract4 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda2 cups sour cream1/2 cup chopped walnuts3 teaspoons instant chocolate drink mix2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and 2 cups sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Combine flour and baking soda. Gradually add to the creamed mixture alternately with sour cream, mixing well after each addition....
Ingredients 2 small yellow summer squash, julienned2 small zucchini, julienned1 small sweet red pepper, julienned1/3 cup sliced onion3 tablespoons vegetable oil2 tablespoons cider or white wine vinegar1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 teaspoon sugar1/2 teaspoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1/4 teaspoon celery salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine squash, zucchini, red pepper and onion. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients; mix well. Pour over squash mixture and toss to coat....
Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 to 3 teaspoons onion powder2 to 3 teaspoons poultry seasoning2 teaspoons paprika1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder1/2 teaspoon saltDash pepper2 large eggs1 tablespoon whole milk2 broiler/fryer chickens (3 pounds each), cut up or 16 of your favorite poultry piecesOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Dip chicken in egg mixture and shake off excess....
Ingredients 6 submarine sandwich buns (about 9 inches), split1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage, cooked and drained1 pound shaved deli ham1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce18 slices part-skim mozzarella cheese (1 ounce each)1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced36 mild banana pepper rings2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) sliced pepperoni1/4 pound thinly sliced hard salami Preparation On bottom half of sandwich buns, layer sausage, ham, pizza sauce, cheese, onion, banana peppers, pepperoni and salami....
Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes2 medium onions, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon canola oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg3/4 cup apricot nectar3 tablespoons soy sauce2 tablespoons molasses1 teaspoon brown sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch1 tablespoon waterHot cooked rice or noodles Preparation In a pressure cooker, brown beef, onions and garlic in oil over medium heat. Stir in salt, ginger, pepper and nutmeg. Combine the apricot nectar, soy sauce, molasses and brown sugar; pour over meat....
Ingredients 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed2 pounds carrots, cut into 1/2-inch chunks3/4 cup orange juice2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons butter2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon ground cinnamonTOPPING:3/4 cup soft bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped pecans2 to 3 tablespoons butter, melted2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Place sweet potatoes and carrots in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, covered, just until tender, 10-20 minutes....
Ingredients 1/2 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 3 tbsp. ketchup 1 1/2 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tbsp. oyster sauce 1/4 tsp. salt 3 tbsp. sherry 2 red bell peppers 1 1/4 c. long-grain rice 1 1/2 lb. medium shrimp 1/2 tsp. cornstarch 3 tbsp. Cooking oil 3 cloves garlic 1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger 2 scallions 1/2 tsp. dried red-pepper flakes 1/2 tsp. Asian sesame oil Preparation Step 1In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, ketchup, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt and 1 tablespoon of the sherry....
Ingredients 1 envelope Italian salad dressing mix1/2 teaspoon pepper6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1-1/2 pounds)2 tablespoons butter, melted1 large onion, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed1/4 cup chicken brothHot cooked noodles or rice, optional Preparation Combine salad dressing mix and pepper. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, layer half of the chicken, butter, salad dressing mixture, onion and garlic....
Ingredients 6 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)1 tablespoon canola oil1 medium green pepper, diced1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained1/2 cup water1 envelope spaghetti sauce mix1/2 to 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Preparation In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil over medium heat 3-4 minutes on each side; drain. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the remaining ingredients. Top with pork chops....
Ingredients 1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 cup canola oil2 green onions, thinly sliced2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons honey2 tablespoons sherry or chicken broth2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot6 bone-in chicken breast halves (8 ounces each) Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine first seven ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate at least 5 hours. Drain and discard marinade. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan....
Ingredients 1/2 tube refrigerated sugar cookie dough, softened1 to 2 tablespoons all-purpose flourPink, green and blue gel food coloring24 to 28 pieces multi-colored pull-and-peel licorice (9-1/2 inches each)48 to 56 Life Savers candies1/2 cup vanilla frosting Preparation On a lightly floured surface, knead cookie dough and flour until combined (dough will be stiff). Press into a 5-in. circle. Top with one dot of each color food coloring; knead 5-10 times or until colors just begin to swirl....
Ingredients 3/4 pound tomatoes (about 4 small), sliced1/3 cup chopped onion1/4 cup coarsely chopped green pepper1/4 cup water2 tablespoons sliced celery1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, 30-35 minutes. Cool. Transfer tomato mixture to a blender; cover and process until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled.
Ingredients 2 c. finely ground graham cracker crumbs 6 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 2 tbsp. packed light-brown sugar 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon 3 oz. bittersweet chocolate (preferably 61 percent cacao) 6 oz. semisweet chocolate (preferably 55 percent cacao) 4 tbsp. unsalted butter 3/4 c. packed light-brown sugar 1 tbsp. cornstarch 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1 1/2 tsp. Coarse salt 3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon...
Ingredients 2 scoops vanilla ice cream1/2 cup crushed potato chips Preparation Top ice cream with crushed potato chips.
Ingredients 1-1/4 cups butter, softened2/3 cup sugar2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour1-2/3 cups ground almonds1 cup apricot preserves2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Combine flour and ground almonds; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-1/4-in....
Ingredients 2 cups cut fresh green beans2 tablespoons olive oil, divided8 cups torn mixed salad greens2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons crumbled blue cheese Preparation In a large nonstick skillet, saute the green beans in 1 tablespoon oil until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, combine the salad greens and beans. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar and remaining oil; drizzle over salad and toss to coat....
Ingredients 3 tbsp. olive oil all-purpose flour 1 lb. store-bought pizza dough 2 plum tomatoes 2 scallions 1 log soft goat cheese Coarse salt ground pepper 1 bag baby spinach 1 avocado 2 tbsp. red-wine vinegar Preparation Step 1Heat grill to medium. Brush a large rimless baking sheet (or an inverted rimmed sheet) with 1 tablespoon oil. On a lightly floured work surface, roll and stretch dough to two 8-inch ovals or rounds....
