Ingredients 6 sheets matzoh 4 c. marinara sauce (Kosher for Passover, if needed) 2 c. shredded mozzarella (Kosher for Passover, if needed) 1 c. ricotta cheese (Kosher for Passover, if needed) 1 c. grated parmesan (Kosher for Passover, if needed) 1 c. sliced mozzarella (Kosher for Passover, if needed) Salt and pepper, to taste Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Step 2In an 8 x 8 baking dish, spoon a half cup of marinara sauce and spread around the bottom....
Ingredients 1-1/2 cups chopped peeled tart apples2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar2 tablespoons chopped walnuts1 tablespoon all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon6 sheets phyllo dough (14 inches x 9 inches)Butter-flavored cooking sprayConfectioners’ sugar, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the apples, sugar, walnuts, flour and cinnamon. Set aside. Place one sheet of phyllo dough on a work surface (keep remaining dough covered with plastic wrap and a damp towel to prevent it from drying out)....
Ingredients 6 large eggs4 large egg whites2 tablespoons fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper3 tablespoons minced fresh chives3/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham (about 4 ounces)1 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a bowl, whisk the first 5 ingredients until blended; stir in chives. Divide ham and cheese among 8 muffin cups coated with cooking spray. Top with egg mixture, filling cups three-fourths full. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 22-25 minutes Carefully run a knife around sides to loosen....
Ingredients 2 large cucumbers, chopped2 cups seeded chopped tomatoes1/2 cup chopped fresh mint1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions1/4 cup lemon juice1/4 cup olive oil1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Add to cucumber mixture; toss to coat.
Ingredients 1 cup powdered nondairy creamer3/4 cup sugar1/2 cup instant coffee granules2 tablespoons baking cocoaADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):1 cup boiling water Preparation In a blender or food processor, combine the creamer, sugar, coffee granules and cocoa. Cover and process until fine. Transfer to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: 8 servings (2 cups total). To prepare mocha coffee: Place 1/4 cup mix in a mug; add boiling water and stir until dissolved....
Ingredients 3 cups all-purpose flour2 cups sugar1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 large eggs, room temperature1-1/4 cups canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained2 cups mashed ripe bananas (4 to 5 medium) Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, baking soda and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil and vanilla; add pineapple and bananas. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened....
Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 large green pepper, chopped1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, undrained1-1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes5 tablespoons tomato paste1 envelope chili seasoning1-1/2 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon dried basil1 teaspoon dried oregano6 cups cooked grits (prepared with butter and salt)1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder, divided1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....
Ingredients 2 cups finely chopped fresh mushrooms2 large eggs, lightly beaten1/2 cup dry bread crumbs1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon canola oil4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split4 lettuce leavesOptional: Sliced tomatoes and mayonnaise Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 9 ingredients. Shape into four 3/4-in.-thick patties. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium heat....
Ingredients 2 c. milk 1 3/4 c. old-fashioned oats 5 tbsp. sour cream 2 tsp. drained prepared horseradish 1 3/4 tsp. salt 2 tbsp. butter 4 tbsp. Cooking oil 1 onion 1 carrot 2 tbsp. cashews 1 c. chopped fresh parsley 2 eggs 1 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 2 oz. packages frozen whole-leaf spinach Preparation Step 1In a medium saucepan, bring the milk to a boil. Stir in the oats and remove from the heat....
Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1-1/4 cups sugar, divided1 large egg2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, divided1 cup buttermilk Preparation In a small bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and 1 teaspoon nutmeg; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan (batter will be thick)....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1-1/2 cups sugar1 large egg2 tablespoons dark corn syrup4 teaspoons grated orange zest3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground clovesICING:4 cups confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons meringue powder5 to 6 tablespoons warm waterAssorted decorations: raisins, cranberries and sprinkles Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, corn syrup and orange zest....
Ingredients 1-1/4 cups cold water1 can (6 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix1 cup whipped topping1 prepared angel food cake, sliced Preparation In a small bowl, whisk the water, juice concentrate and pudding for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Whisk in whipped topping. Spoon over cake slices. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1/2 cup peanut butter1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar2 eggs1 tablespoon maple syrup2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup quick-cooking oats1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 package (10 ounces) peanut butter chips Preparation In a large bowl, cream the butter, peanut butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in syrup and vanilla....
Ingredients 6 large sweet potatoes3 tablespoons butter1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained1/2 cup dried cranberries, divided1/3 cup orange juice3/4 teaspoon salt2/3 cup miniature marshmallows1/3 cup chopped pecans Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Scrub and pierce sweet potatoes. Bake 45-55 minutes or until tender. Reduce oven setting to 350°. Cut potatoes in half; scoop out pulp and place in a large bowl. Stir in butter until melted. Stir in the pineapple, 1/4 cup cranberries, orange juice and salt....
Ingredients 1 cup soy sauce1 cup canola oil1/4 cup honey4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons ground mustard2 teaspoons lemon juice4 garlic cloves, minced6 to 7 pounds fresh turkey parts1/4 cup all-purpose flour, optionalSalt and pepper, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Place turkey in a large heavy-duty plastic bag; add half of marinade. Close the bag; refrigerate overnight, turning bag occasionally. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade....
Ingredients 1 lb. ditalini pasta 8 tbsp. butter 8 large fresh sage leaves salt and pepper 1/4 c. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation Step 1Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta to the boiling water, stir to keep from sticking, and cook for 10 minutes or so until al dente.Step 2Meanwhile, melt the butter in a large sauce pot over high heat until it starts to foam and turn a light golden brown....
Ingredients 8 oz. jumbo lump crabmeat 1/4 c. mayonnaise 2 scallions 2 tbsp. soy sauce 2 tsp. wasabi paste 1 tsp. finely grated lime zest 1/2 c. plus 2 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs 1/2 c. all-purpose flour Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper 2 large eggs 1/4 c. sesame seeds c. vegetable oil 1 English cucumber 1/2 c. drained pickled ginger Preparation Step 1Flake crabmeat with a fork in a medium bowl; stir in 1/4 cup mayonnaise, scallions, soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon wasabi, and zest....
Ingredients 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta1 small onion, finely chopped1 garlic clove, minced2 tablespoons butter2 cups frozen peas1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint Preparation Cook orzo according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Add peas. Cook for 2 minutes or until tender. Add the lemon zest, salt, pepper and orzo; heat through....
Ingredients 1 Package McCormick Tuscan Chicken & Vegetables ONE Seasoning Mix 2 tbsp. oil 1 lb. chicken tenders or boneless chicken breasts, cut into strips 1 (14.5 oz.) can diced tomatoes, undrained 1 (15-oz.) can white (cannellini) beans or any variety of beans, rinsed and drained 6 oz. baby spinach 1 Package McCormick Tuscan Chicken & Vegetables ONE Seasoning Mix 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-in chunks...
Ingredients 1/2 cup baking cocoa1 cup boiling water1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 cup unsweetened applesauceFROSTING:1 cup confectioners’ sugar3 tablespoons butter, softened4 teaspoons heavy whipping creamDash peppermint extract1 drop green food coloring, optional2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chipsMint Andes candies, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. Line 12 muffin cups with paper or foil liners. Mix cocoa and boiling water until smooth; cool completely....
