Ingredients 2 bunches broccoli, cut into bite-size pieces (about 6 cups) 1/2 cup mixed dried fruit, chopped1/2 cup chopped sweet onion3/4 cup mayonnaise1/4 cup honeyDash salt4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In a large bowl, combine broccoli, dried fruit and onion. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, honey and salt. Pour over broccoli mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours or overnight. Just before serving, top with bacon.
Ingredients 1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/2 pound bay scallops2 tablespoons butter, divided2 celery ribs, thinly sliced1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped1 medium onion, finely chopped1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups fat-free milk2 cups half-and-half cream1/4 cup sherry or reduced-sodium chicken broth1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute shrimp and scallops in 1 tablespoon butter until shrimp turn pink....
Ingredients 1 teaspoon canola oil1/2 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, sliced1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms1 medium green pepper, thinly sliced1 small onion, halved and sliced1 celery rib, sliced2 tablespoons maple syrup1/4 teaspoon pepperHot cooked rice Preparation In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until lightly browned. Add vegetables; cook and stir 3-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender....
Ingredients 4 large eggs1/4 cup water1/8 teaspoon saltDash pepper1 tablespoon butter1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese1/4 cup chopped tomato1 green onion, chopped Preparation In a small bowl, whisk eggs, water, salt and pepper until blended. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Pour in egg mixture. Mixture should set immediately at edge. As eggs set, push cooked portions toward the center, letting uncooked eggs flow underneath....
Ingredients 4 ciabatta rolls, split1 jar (24 ounces) marinara or spaghetti sauce, divided1 container (4 ounces) crumbled feta cheese1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped2 plum tomatoes, sliced1 pound sliced deli turkey Preparation Spread each ciabatta bottom with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce. Top with half the cheese; add the artichokes, tomato, turkey and remaining cheese. Spread each ciabatta top with 2 tablespoons marinara sauce; place over turkey....
Ingredients 3/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar6 large egg yolks1 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder6 tablespoons 2% milkMERINGUE:6 large egg whites1-1/2 cups sugar1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons finely chopped walnuts, dividedFILLING:2 cups heavy whipping cream1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar2 cups fresh raspberries Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolks, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition....
Ingredients 1 cup old-fashioned oats1/4 cup dried cranberries or cherries1 tablespoon brown sugar2 cups fat-free milk1/2 cup chunky applesauce1/4 teaspoon almond extract2 tablespoons sliced almondsOptional toppings: vanilla yogurt and additional dried cranberries and sliced almonds Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with almonds. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until set. Serve with toppings if desired....
Ingredients 1/4 c. margarine or butter 1 package regular marshmallows or 5 cups miniature 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract 6 c. Kellogg’s * Rice Krispies * cereal Prepared white icing Red string licorice Preparation Step 1Regular method: In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat margarine and marshmallows at High for 3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes.Step 2Stir in vanilla. Stir in Kellogg’s * Rice Krispies * cereal until well coated. While still warm, shape mixture into 12 candy shapes using buttered hands....
Ingredients COOKIE:1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup sugar1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:42 miniature peanut butter-chocolate cups Preparation In a bowl, combine the butter, sugars, egg, peanut butter and vanilla; beat until smooth. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and chill for 1 hour or until easy to handle....
Ingredients 1-1/2 pounds ground beef1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted1 cup water6 slices Swiss cheese6 hamburger buns, split Preparation Shape beef into six 1/2-in.-thick patties. In a large nonstick skillet, cook burgers over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 5-7 minutes on each side. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 2 tablespoons drippings. Add mushrooms to drippings in pan; cook and stir until tender, 4-6 minutes....
Ingredients 4 finely diced slices bacon 1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced 2 minced chipotles in adobo 1/4 c. red wine vinegar 1/4 c. water 3 tbsp. brown sugar 1/4 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cornstarch 2 slices grocery-store sourdough bread 2 slices yellow American cheese 1 slice provolone 1 slice sharp cheddar cheese 4 tbsp. salted butter, divided Preparation Step 1Heat a medium sauce pot on medium heat and, after about 2 minutes, add your bacon....
Ingredients 1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)2 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons butter, melted1 teaspoon salt1-1/2 cup whole wheat flour1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour Preparation In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Stir in honey; add butter, salt and whole wheat flour. Beat on low speed until well-blended. Stir in all-purpose flour. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes. Stir 30 strokes with a spoon; pour batter into a greased 8x4-in....
Ingredients 1 cup cornflake crumbs1/3 cup sugar1/3 cup butter, melted3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 gallon butter pecan ice cream, softened, divided4 tablespoons honey, divided Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cornflake crumbs, sugar, butter and cinnamon; set aside 1/2 cup. Press remaining crumb mixture into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Spoon half of the ice cream over crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture; drizzle with 2 tablespoons honey. Cover and freeze for 2 hours....
Ingredients 6 ounces cream cheese, softened1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup chopped green olives1/2 cup chopped pecans1 tablespoon olive juice Preparation In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients. Spread on crackers or bread.
Ingredients 2 cups orange juice3 tablespoons minced fresh thyme or 3 teaspoons dried thyme, divided 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) 3 tablespoons butter1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper1 tablespoon all-purpose flour2/3 cup chicken broth4 green onions, chopped1 tablespoon jarred roasted minced garlic1 teaspoon grated orange zestOrange slices, optionalFresh thyme sprigs, optional Preparation Place orange juice and 2 tablespoons thyme in an 8-in. square baking dish; add chicken....
Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup sugar2 large eggs, room temperature1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 cup semisweet chocolate chips3/4 cup chopped hazelnuts Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars on medium speed until blended, 3-5 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to batter....
Ingredients 1 medium head cabbage, shredded4 mild white onions, thinly sliced2 large carrots, shredded1/2 cup vinegar1/2 cup sugar1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon celery seed1 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup canola oil Preparation In a large bowl, combine cabbage, onions and carrots; set aside. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, sugar, mustard, celery seed, salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat and stir in oil....
Ingredients 6 to 7 cups all-purpose flour2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt2-1/4 cups water3/4 cup butter, softened, dividedFILLING:1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese2 tablespoons minced chives2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried savory1/2 teaspoon dried thymeCornmeal Preparation In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, yeast, sugar and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the water and 1/4 cup butter to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until smooth....
Ingredients 1 package (12 ounces) frozen fully cooked Italian meatballs4 slices sourdough bread1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil1 garlic clove, halved1-1/2 cups pasta sauce with mushrooms1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided Preparation Preheat broiler. Microwave meatballs, covered, on high until heated through, 4-6 minutes. Meanwhile, place bread on an ungreased baking sheet; brush 1 side of bread with oil. Broil 4-6 in. from heat until golden brown, 1-2 minutes....
Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup sour cream1 cup shredded cheddar cheese1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained4 green onions, chopped1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained1 teaspoon garlic powder5 flour tortillas (10 inches), room temperatureSalsa, optional Preparation In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Spread over tortillas. Roll up tightly and wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Unwrap and cut into scant 1-in....
