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Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup chicken broth1/4 cup teriyaki sauce1/2 pound fresh snow peas, trimmed2 large carrots, sliced diagonally2 medium zucchini, sliced1/2 cup chopped red onion1/2 medium sweet red pepper, sliced1 can (4 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained2 tablespoons canola oil3 cups cubed cooked chicken breasts2 medium mangoes, peeled and mashed1/2 cup plum sauce2 cups hot cooked brown rice1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt; stir in broth and teriyaki sauce until smooth....

Ingredients 1 red bell pepper 1 clove garlic 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1/4 c. olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1/2 lb. mixed salad greens (about 4 quarts) One 1 1/4-pound piece smoked ham 3/4 c. drained and rinsed canned black-eyed peas (from one 15-ounce can) Preparation Step 1Roast the pepper over a gas flame or grill or broil it, turning with tongs until charred all over, about 10 minutes....

Ingredients 1 cup packed light brown sugar1 cup sour cream1/2 cup dark corn syrup1/2 cup dark molasses2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/4 cup 2% milk2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (9 inches)Whipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Stir in coconut. Pour into crust; cover edge loosely with foil. Bake until center is set, 45-55 minutes....

Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped celery1/2 medium green pepper, finely chopped1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions8 garlic cloves, minced1 bone-in pork loin roast (5 pounds)1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix celery, green pepper, green onions and garlic. Place roast in a roasting pan, fat side up. With a sharp knife, make deep slits into top of roast, cutting between ribs. Fill slits with vegetable mixture....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided1/4 cup sugar2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1 teaspoon salt3/4 cup 2% milk1/2 cup water1/2 cup shortening2 large eggs, room temperatureFILLING:2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)2 medium onions, chopped4 cups chopped cabbage2 teaspoons seasoned salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon pepper Preparation Place 1-3/4 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt in a large bowl. Heat the milk, water and shortening to 120°-130°. Pour over flour mixture; add the eggs....

Ingredients 1 cup creamy peanut butter3/4 cup honey3 cups old-fashioned oats Preparation In a small saucepan, combine peanut butter and honey. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted and blended. Remove from heat; stir in oats. Spread into a greased 9-in. square pan; press lightly. Cool to room temperature; cover and chill for 1 hour.

Ingredients TOMATO SAUCE:1 large onion, chopped1 medium head cabbage, coarsely chopped (about 8 cups)1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce1 cup water1/4 cup lemon juice1/3 cup raisinsMEATBALLS:1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean) Preparation In a large skillet, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the rice, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/2 cup all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking powder1/8 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest2 tablespoons shortening3 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a small bowl, combine sugar and nutmeg; set aside. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cream of tartar and salt. Add orange zest; cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk just until moistened....

Ingredients 1 package (19 ounces) frozen cheese tortellini2 cups fresh broccoli florets1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, halved3/4 cup reduced-fat red wine vinaigrette1/2 teaspoon salt Preparation Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain and rinse in cold water. In a large bowl, combine the tortellini, broccoli, red pepper and olives. Drizzle with dressing and sprinkle with salt; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Ingredients 2 small bananas or 1 large 1 c. unsweetened almond milk 1 c. ice 2 tbsp. peanut butter (preferably natural) 2 tsp. honey 1/8 tsp. pure vanilla extract 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon Preparation Step 1Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. The combination of banana and peanut butter is totally iconic and is really well suited for a smoothie. After your first sip, you’re going to be wondering if you’re eating dessert or drinking a deliciously nutritious breakfast....

Ingredients 30 chocolate or plain macaroon cookies, crumbled1 quart coffee ice cream, softened if necessary1 quart chocolate ice cream, softened if necessary1 cup milk chocolate toffee bits or 4 Heath candy bars (1.4 ounces each), coarsely choppedHot fudge topping, warmed Preparation Sprinkle a third of the cookies into an ungreased 9-in. springform pan. Layer with 2 cups coffee ice cream, another third of the cookies, 2 cups chocolate ice cream and 1/2 cup toffee bits; repeat layers....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt2 cups fat-free half-and-half2 tablespoons butter2 cups fat-free milk3 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheeseOPTIONAL TOPPING:2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, chopped3 cups soft bread crumbs1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseOPTIONAL GARNISH:sliced cherry tomatoes and minced chives Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in small bowl, whisk flour, seasonings and half-and-half until smooth....

Ingredients 1 lime wedgeCoarse sea salt, optional1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila1-1/2 ounces melon liqueur1/2 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juiceHoneydew melon balls, optional Preparation Moisten rim of 1 cocktail glass with lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rim in salt. Fill glass with ice. In an empty cocktail shaker, combine tequila, melon liqueur, and lime juice. Fill with ice; cover and shake until frost forms on the outside of the shaker, 15-20 seconds....

Ingredients RICE CRUST:2 cups beef broth1 cup uncooked long grain rice1 tablespoon butter1 teaspoon salt2 large eggs, beaten2 tablespoons diced pimientos, drainedFILLING:1 pound ground beef1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon ground cumin1/2 cup taco sauce1 large egg, beatenTOPPINGS:1 large avocado1 tablespoon chopped onion1 tablespoon taco sauce1/2 teaspoon lemon juice1 cup sour cream Preparation In a large saucepan, combine beef broth, rice, butter and salt. Cover and cook rice according to package directions....

Ingredients 1 medium zucchini, diced1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn1/2 cup salsa or picante sauce Preparation Place 1 in. of water in a small saucepan; add zucchini and corn. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until zucchini is almost tender. Drain. Stir in salsa; heat through.

Ingredients 1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup cornmeal3 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons cold butter1 tablespoon shortening1 large egg, room temperature3/4 cup 2% milk24 miniature hot dogsHONEY MUSTARD SAUCE:1/3 cup honey1/3 cup prepared mustard1 tablespoon molasses Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 4 ingredients. Cut in butter and shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat egg and milk. Stir into dry ingredients until a soft dough forms; dough will be sticky....

Ingredients Cooking spray 12 Oreos, crushed 2 tbsp. butter, melted Kosher salt 1 pt. mint chocolate chip ice cream 1 1/2 c. Cool whip or whipped cream 3 tbsp. chocolate curls Preparation Step 1 Line a 12-cup muffin tin with aluminum liners and spray liners with cooking spray. Step 2In a medium bowl, combine crushed cookies, melted butter, and a pinch of salt and stir until completely combined. Press cookie mixture into paper liners....

Ingredients 1 egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1/2 cup cornflake crumbs1/4 cup milk2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper1 teaspoon salt3/4 pound ground pork3/4 pound ground veal12 Popsicle sticksCOATING:1 egg1/4 cup milk2 cups cornflake crumbsOil for frying Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Crumble ground meat over mixture and mix well. Shape a 1/4 cupful of meat mixture around each Popsicle stick to resemble a 3-in. log. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and milk....

Ingredients 1/2 cup pineapple juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 4 boneless pork loin chops (5 ounces each)2 medium onions, choppedOptional: Hot cooked noodles and sliced green onions Preparation Mix first 4 ingredients. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat; brown pork chops on both sides. Remove from pan. In same pan, saute onions in remaining oil over medium heat until tender....

Ingredients 4 bacon strips, cut into 1/2-inch pieces1 medium onion, chopped1/2 cup chopped green pepper1 cup sliced fresh or frozen okra, thawed2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped1/2 teaspoon salt, optional1/4 teaspoon pepper3 cups cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon to paper towel to drain. Saute onion and green pepper in drippings for 6-8 minutes or until tender. Stir in the okra, tomatoes, salt if desired and pepper; cook over medium heat for 5 minutes....