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Ingredients 4 medium red potatoes, cut into wedges1 package (10 ounces) frozen beans or peas2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1 cup milk Preparation Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Cook beans according to package directions. Meanwhile, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth....

Ingredients 4 cups uncooked egg noodles1/2 cup butter, divided1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon white pepper3-1/2 cups 2% milk4 cups cubed cooked chicken2 jars (12 ounces each) chicken gravy1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained1/2 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta)1/2 cup dry bread crumbs4 teaspoons butter, melted Preparation Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, melt 6 tablespoons butter. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth....

Ingredients 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (14-3/4 ounces) cream-style corn1 cup cooked wide egg noodles1 small onion, chopped1 small carrot, shredded1/4 cup cubed process American cheese (Velveeta)1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1/3 cup crushed saltines (about 10 crackers)1 tablespoon butter, melted Preparation In a bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Toss cracker crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until heated though....

Ingredients 1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1 medium onion, chopped1 egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream1/2 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon ground allspice1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom3/4 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)1/2 pound ground porkGRAVY:2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 cup beef broth1/2 cup heavy whipping cream1/4 teaspoon dill weed1/4 cup minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef and pork over mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 2 cups chicken broth1/4 cup diced carrot1/4 cup diced celery1/4 cup finely chopped onion2 tablespoons butter1/4 cup all-purpose flourDash salt2 cups 2% milk1/2 cup cubed process cheese (Velveeta) Preparation In a small saucepan, bring broth to a boil. Add carrot and celery; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until tender. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour and salt until blended. Gradually add milk....

Ingredients 1/2 cup butter, softened1/2 cup butter-flavored shortening1 cup sugar1 egg1 tablespoon milk2 teaspoons lemon extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking sodaAdditional sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, milk and extracts. Combine the flour, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls or drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in....

Ingredients 6 oz. thinly sliced pancetta 16 clove garlic Finely grated zest of 4 lemons 2 tbsp. chopped rosemary 1 tbsp. crushed red pepper 2 tsp. crushed red pepper 1 tbsp. ground fennel 2 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper kosher salt 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil 1 bone-in fresh ham with shank and skin (see Note) Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. In a food processor, process the pancetta until finely ground....

Ingredients 1 cup shredded Chinese or napa cabbage1/2 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped1/2 small zucchini, julienned2 tablespoons chopped green pepper4-1/2 teaspoons rice vinegar1 teaspoon sugar1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon sesame oilDash crushed red pepper flakes Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cabbage, water chestnuts, zucchini and green pepper. In another small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over salad; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour....

Ingredients 1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)1 cup water1/2 cup sour cream1/3 cup canola oil3 large eggs1 teaspoon vanilla extractFILLING:1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/3 cup sugar1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed3 cups chopped fresh strawberriesFresh mint leaves, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into two greased and floured 9-in....

Ingredients 1 large egg, lightly beaten2 tablespoons lemon juice1 to 2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill or 1 to 2 teaspoons dill weed1 garlic clove, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup soft bread crumbs1 pound ground turkey4 hamburger buns, splitLettuce leaves8 slices tomato, optional2 tablespoons mayonnaise, optional Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties....

Ingredients 1/4 cup canola oil1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons white wine vinegar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon sugarCoarsely ground pepper2 cups thinly sliced cauliflower1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives1/3 cup chopped green pepper1/3 cup chopped red pepper Preparation In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the first 6 ingredients; shake well. In a salad bowl, combine the cauliflower, olives and peppers; drizzle with dressing and toss to coat....

Ingredients 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup apple cider1/2 cup water1 tablespoon cider vinegar1/2 teaspoon dried thyme2 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces1 celery rib, cut into 1-inch pieces1 large potato, peeled and cubed1 medium onion, sliced Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt and pepper. Add beef, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat....

Ingredients 10 quarts water3 tablespoons salt8 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cubed6 large onions, chopped1 cup butter, cubed4 large carrots, grated16 cans (6-1/2 ounces each) chopped clams3 cans (12 ounces each) evaporated milk1/2 cup minced fresh parsley1 to 2 tablespoons pepper2 pounds bacon strips, cooked and crumbled Preparation In two stockpots, bring water and salt to a boil. Carefully add potatoes; cook until tender (do not drain). In another large pan, saute onions in butter until tender....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons peanut oil or canola oil3 tablespoons red curry paste2-1/2 cups coconut milk2-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes1 cup dried mango, chopped1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepperOptional: Hot cooked rice, sliced red onions, fresh cilantro and lime wedges Preparation In a Dutch oven, heat peanut oil over low heat. Add curry paste; cook and stir 3-5 minutes. Add coconut milk; cook and stir 3-5 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 large egg, beaten1/4 cup dry bread crumbs1/4 cup mayonnaise1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet red pepper2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet yellow pepper1/2 pound lump crabmeat, drained1/2 pound peeled and deveined cooked shrimp, finely chopped1/2 cup panko bread crumbs1/4 cup olive oilLEMONY DIPPING SAUCE:1/2 cup Miracle Whip1/4 cup sour cream2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley2 teaspoons grated lemon zest2 teaspoons lemon juice Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients....

Ingredients 1-1/3 cups old-fashioned oats3/4 cup fat-free milk3/4 cup reduced-fat plain yogurt1/4 cup honey1 cup pitted fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, thawed1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, thawed1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted Preparation In a small bowl, combine oats, milk, yogurt and honey. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. Top each serving with cherries, blueberries and walnuts.

Ingredients 1 medium acorn squash1 cup water1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice1/3 cup uncooked couscous1/2 cup dried cranberries or cherries2 tablespoons chopped walnuts2 tablespoons chopped green onion1 tablespoon butter, melted2 teaspoons brown sugar1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon Preparation Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place squash cut side down in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; add water. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until tender. In a small saucepan, bring apple juice to a boil; stir in couscous....

Ingredients 18 medium fresh mushrooms3 green onions, chopped2 garlic cloves, minced1 tablespoon olive oil1 cup dry white wine or chicken broth2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauceFILLING:1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth1/4 cup uncooked couscous1/3 cup minced fresh parsley2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil1/4 cup grated Romano cheese1 egg white, lightly beaten2 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation Remove mushroom stems; discard or save for another use....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) coleslaw mix6 cups torn romaine3/4 cup finely chopped onion1 package (8 ounces) imitation crabmeat, chopped1/3 cup canola oil3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1 package (3 ounces) chicken ramen noodles2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted Preparation In a large bowl, combine the coleslaw mix, romaine, onion and crab. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper and contents of seasoning packet from noodles; shake well....

Ingredients Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 cup maple syrup2 tablespoons butter, melted5 cups sliced peeled fresh pears1 cup fresh or frozen cranberriesTOPPING:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup packed brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup cold butter, cubed1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Set aside. In a large bowl, combine the flour, syrup and butter until smooth. Add pears and cranberries; toss to coat....