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Ingredients 1 large onion, sliced1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms, optional1 small green pepper, sliced, optional1 small sweet red pepper, sliced, optional6 tablespoons canola oil, divided1-1/2 pounds beef ribeye steaks, thinly sliced4 crusty Italian rolls, splitProcess cheese sauceKetchup, optional Preparation In a large skillet, saute the onion and, if desired, mushrooms and peppers in 3 tablespoons oil until tender. Remove and keep warm. In the same pan, saute beef in remaining oil in batches for 45-60 seconds or until meat reaches desired doneness....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, cubed1 cup peach preserves1 tablespoon lime juice1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard2 salmon fillets (1 pound each)1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh peaches or frozen unsweetened sliced peaches, thawed Preparation In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter and preserves. Cover and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds. Stir in the lime juice, garlic and mustard until blended. Cool. Set aside 1 cup for basting and serving. Place salmon fillets in a large resealable plastic bag; add remaining peach mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed1 medium onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed1 cup 1% cottage cheese1 large egg, lightly beaten1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley6 whole wheat lasagna noodles, cooked and drained1 cup shredded reduced-fat Italian cheese blend3 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese Preparation In a large skillet, cook the beef, sausage, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 tablespoons 2% milk1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract3 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 60% cacao bittersweet chocolate baking chips, melted and cooled1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup finely chopped dried mango1/3 cup finely chopped pistachios2 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, milk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture....

Ingredients 3/4 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch chunks3/4 pound ground beef1 large onion, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced2 garlic cloves, minced1 cup beef broth1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon pepper1 teaspoon ground mustard1/2 teaspoon celery seed1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups chopped fresh plum tomatoes (about 2 pounds)6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drainedAdditional chopped onion, optional...

Ingredients 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese ravioli1 cup frozen cut green beans, thawed1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved3/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper1/3 cup reduced-fat creamy Caesar salad dressing3 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, cook ravioli according to package directions, adding beans during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain. In a serving bowl, combine the ravioli mixture, tomatoes and pepper. Add dressing; toss to coat. Sprinkle with cheese....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water (70° to 80°)1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1 tablespoon butter, softened2 tablespoons sugar1 to 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes1 tablespoon nonfat dry milk powder1 tablespoon ground cumin1-1/2 teaspoons salt3-1/4 cups bread flour2-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast Preparation In a bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available....

Ingredients 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2-1/2 cups warm whole milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup honey1/4 cup butter, melted2 teaspoons salt7 to 8-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Add honey, butter, salt and 5 cups flour; beat until smooth. Add enough remaining flour, in 1/2-cup increments, to form a soft dough. Turn onto a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes....

Ingredients c. confectioner’s sugar 2 tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tbsp. finely ground coffee beans 2 large egg whites 1/4 c. granulated sugar 1 oz. chocolate-covered espresso beans Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 250°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, whisk the confectioner’s sugar with the cocoa powder and coffee.Step 2In a medium bowl, beat the egg whites at high speed until frothy. Add 1 tablespoon of the granulated sugar and beat for 30 seconds; gradually beat in the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar until the meringue is thick and glossy, about 2 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 chicken (about 2-1/2 to 3 pounds) with giblets, quartered2-1/2 quarts water3 teaspoons salt1 medium onion6 whole peppercorns6 celery ribs, (leaves reserved), divided6 medium carrots, divided2 cups cooked rice or cooked fine egg noodles1/4 cup minced fresh parsley3 to 4 drops yellow food coloring, optional Preparation Place the chicken, giblets, water, salt, onion, peppercorns, three celery ribs, all the celery leaves and three carrots in a soup kettle. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 1/2 cup water1-1/2 teaspoons cider vinegar1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce2-1/2 pounds pork baby back ribs, cut into serving-size portions1 tablespoon mesquite seasoning1/2 cup barbecue sauce, divided Preparation Combine water, vinegar and soy sauce in inner pot of a large multi-cooker. Rub ribs with seasoning; add to inner pot. Lock pressure lid. Press pressure function; select ribs setting. Set to medium cook time (30 minutes). Start. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/3 cup plus 2 teaspoons sugar, divided2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon baking soda1/4 teaspoon salt3 tablespoons cold butter3/4 cup orange yogurt1/4 cup orange juice2 teaspoons grated orange zest Preparation In a bowl, combine the flour, 1/3 cup sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. In another bowl, whisk the yogurt, orange juice and zest; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Turn onto a floured surface; knead 10 times....

Ingredients 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)2 tablespoons butter4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice4-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon minced chives1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakesLemon wedges Preparation Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large skillet, cook chicken in butter over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°; remove and keep warm....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream1/2 cup finely chopped summer sausage3 garlic cloves, minced2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen cut kale, thawed and squeezed dry (about 3 cups total)3/4 cup panko bread crumbs3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, combine cream, sausage and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 3-5 minutes or until slightly thickened. Stir in kale. Add bread crumbs and cheese; toss to combine....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. trail mix with fruit and nuts, roughly chopped 1 1/2 c. quick oats 3/4 c. all-purpose flour 1/3 c. shredded coconut (optional) 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 c. applesauce 1/2 c. honey 1/4 c. virgin coconut oil, melted 1 large egg 5 packs JUSTIN’S® Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, chopped, divided Preparation Step 1Preheat oven to 350º. In a large bowl, mix trail mix, oats, flour, coconut, if using, and salt....

Ingredients 3 cups sliced peeled peaches2 tablespoons water2 cups whole milk3/4 cup sugar4 egg yolks, beaten1 cup heavy whipping cream1 tablespoon peach schnapps liqueur, optional Preparation Place peaches and water in a large skillet; cook, uncovered, over medium heat until tender. Place in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Set aside. In a small saucepan, heat milk to 175°; stir in sugar until dissolved. Whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into egg yolks....

Ingredients 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter1 slice crusty white bread1/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries1 teaspoon thinly sliced fresh mint1 teaspoon honey Preparation Spread peanut butter over bread. Top with strawberries and mint; drizzle with honey.

Ingredients 2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated reduced-fat crescent rolls1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese1/2 cup plain yogurt1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise1/4 cup fat-free milk1 tablespoon dill weed1/2 teaspoon garlic salt1 cup shredded carrots1 cup fresh cauliflowerets, chopped1 cup fresh broccoli florets, chopped1 cup julienned green pepper1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained1/4 cup finely chopped sweet onion...

Ingredients 2-1/2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed1 tablespoon butter1 tablespoon grated onion1 carton (8 ounces) reduced-fat ricotta cheese1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper2 large egg whites2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs Preparation Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until tender. Drain. Mash potatoes with butter and onion until small lumps of potato remain; set aside....

Ingredients 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes2 teaspoons olive oil, divided1 medium onion, chopped1 tablespoon chili powder5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth1 can (15-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, undrained1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained2 cups frozen corn1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced1 cup reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/3 cup fat-free milk Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute chicken in 1 teaspoon oil until no longer pink....