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Ingredients 6 bacon strips, chopped 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 shallot, finely chopped1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 6 large eggs1 cup biscuit/baking mix1 cup 2% milk1 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese1/2 cup grated Romano cheese1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 8 ounces uncooked fettuccine1/3 cup butter, cubed1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Cook fettuccine according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add fettuccine and stir until coated. Sprinkle with cheese and pepper; toss to coat.

Ingredients 1 package (6 ounces) Stove Top chicken stuffing mix1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 small onion, chopped1 tablespoon butter3 garlic cloves, minced3 cups cubed cooked chicken1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed1 can (10-3/4 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup 2% milk1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise3/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation Prepare stuffing according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed2 large carrots, finely chopped2 celery ribs, finely chopped1 small onion, finely chopped3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 teaspoon curry powder2 cans (12 ounces each) fat-free evaporated milk1 cup half-and-half cream4-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast2 cups cooked brown rice Preparation In a Dutch oven, melt butter. Add the carrots, celery and onion; saute for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups fresh broccoli florets6 large egg, room temperature1/4 cup 2% milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup grated Romano cheese1/3 cup sliced pitted Greek olives1 tablespoon olive oilShaved Romano cheese and minced fresh parsley Preparation Preheat broiler. In a large saucepan, place steamer basket over 1 in. of water. Place broccoli in basket. Bring water to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer; steam, covered, until crisp-tender, 4-6 minutes....

Ingredients 1 pound ground beef1 small onion, chopped1/2 cup uncooked instant rice1-1/2 cups water, divided1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup slivered almonds5 large fresh mushrooms, chopped1 package (6 ounces) seasoned stuffing mix1/4 cup butter, melted Preparation Crumble beef into a microwave-safe 3-qt. dish; add onion. Loosely cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring twice; drain. Stir in rice and 1/2 cup water....

Ingredients 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)4 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon butter Preparation Place chicken in a microwave-safe dish. Top with soy sauce, garlic powder and pepper. Sprinkle with cheese and dot with butter. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup finely chopped walnuts2/3 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt2/3 cup cold butterFILLING:2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten1/4 cup 2% milk1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, walnuts, brown sugar and salt; cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set half aside; press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom of a greased 13x9-in....

Ingredients 1 egg1 cup soft bread crumbs1/2 teaspoon salt1 pound ground turkey5 teaspoons prepared pesto3 miniature fresh mozzarella cheese balls, halved3 pimiento-stuffed olives, halved widthwise5 slices process American cheese10 hamburger buns, split Preparation In a large bowl, combine the egg, bread crumbs and salt. Crumble turkey over mixture; mix well. Shape into ten 2-1/2-in. patties. Grill, broil or pan-fry for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear....

Ingredients 1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup cornmeal1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper3 to 4 green tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch slicesOil for deep-fat frying Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, cheese, oregano, salt and pepper. Coat tomato slices with flour mixture. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Fry tomatoes for 2-3 minutes on each side until tender and lightly browned. Drain on paper towels....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil1 beef rump roast or bottom round roast (5 to 6 pounds)2 onions, sliced1 cup white vinegar2 cups water1/4 cup lemon juice3 bay leaves6 whole cloves2 teaspoons salt1/2 teaspoon pepper4 to 5 tablespoons ketchup12 gingersnap cookies, crumbled Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high. Brown beef on all sides. Add all remaining ingredients except gingersnaps; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 3 hour....

Ingredients 1 pound extra-lean ground beef (95% lean)2 garlic cloves, minced1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon dried basil1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon paprika1/4 teaspoon pepper1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce2 cups water1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley8 ounces uncooked whole wheat spaghetti, broken in half1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheeseAdditional chopped parsley Preparation In a 6-qt. stockpot, cook and crumble beef with garlic over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons canola oil2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped1 jar (16 ounces) medium salsa2 medium nectarines, peeled and cubed2 tablespoons Tajin seasoning1 cup uncooked instant brown rice1 cup water1/4 cup minced fresh parsleyMinced fresh chives Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with pepper and salt. Brown chicken in batches; return all to pan....

Ingredients 1 tbsp. orange zest 3 large very ripe mangoes 1 1/2 c. buttermilk or more if needed 1 1/2 c. fresh orange juice 3 tsp. honey, or to taste 1 tbsp. lemon or lime juice 1 large navel orange 8 small fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional) Preparation Step 1In a blender or food processor, puree the orange zest and mangoes together until smooth. Strain through a sieve, pressing with the back of a spoon....

Ingredients 2 small broccoli crowns (about 8 ounces each) 3 tablespoons olive oil1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese1 teaspoon grated lemon zest Preparation Preheat oven to 425°. Cut broccoli crowns into quarters from top to bottom. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt, pepper and pepper flakes. Place in a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until crisp-tender, 10-12 minutes. Sprinkle with garlic; roast 5 minutes longer....

Ingredients 16 oz. medium shell pasta 4 tbsp. butter 1 tbsp. garlic 3 tbsp. flour 12 oz. heavy cream 6 oz. Cheddar cheese 6 oz. Gruyère cheese 6 oz. Fontina cheese 6 oz. Parmesan cheese 3 tbsp. fresh flat leaf parsley 3 tbsp. olive oil 8 oz. panko bread crumbs Salt and pepper to taste Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Heat butter in pan and sauté garlic for about 3 minutes, just so the garlic starts to cook....

Ingredients 4 cups all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups sugar4 teaspoons ground cinnamon3 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt6 large eggs, room temperature1-1/2 cups canola oil2 teaspoons vanilla extract4 cups chopped peeled mango1 cup chopped walnuts, optional1 cup raisins, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened....

Ingredients 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 6 cups)1 to 1-1/4 cups half-and-half cream3 tablespoons butter1 teaspoon salt3 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese Preparation Place potatoes in a 6-qt. stockpot; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat cream, butter and salt until butter is melted, stirring occasionally. Drain potatoes; return to pot. Mash potatoes, gradually adding cream mixture....

Ingredients Dough for single-crust pie4 large eggs1/2 cup sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups 2% milk1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice....

Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash (about 4 pounds)12 ounces bacon strips, cut into 3/4-inch pieces1/2 pound sliced baby portobello mushrooms2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional1/2 cup dry white wine or chicken broth3 tablespoons all-purpose flour2-1/2 cups 2% milk2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation Cut squash in half lengthwise; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down on a microwave-safe plate. Microwave, uncovered, on high until tender, 15-18 minutes....