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Ingredients 4 ounces uncooked angel hair pasta or thin spaghetti1 medium onion, thinly sliced1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch strips1 package (9 ounces) frozen broccoli cuts, thawed1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms2 tablespoons canola oil1 tablespoon cornstarch1-1/4 cups chicken broth1/4 cup water1/4 cup soy sauce12 ounces imitation crabmeat, cut into 1-inch pieces Preparation Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet or wok, stir-fry the onion, green pepper, broccoli and mushrooms in oil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1-1/2 cups sugar1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup butter, cubed8 ounces 53% cacao dark baking chocolate, chopped2 cups miniature marshmallows1 tablespoon Grand Marnier2 teaspoons grated orange zest1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped2 tablespoons shorteningBaking cocoa, optional Preparation In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, milk and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until a candy thermometer reads 234° (soft-ball stage). Remove from heat; stir in dark chocolate until melted....

Ingredients CRANBERRY TAPENADE:2/3 cup dried cranberries1/4 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1 tablespoon olive oil1 garlic clove, minced1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary1 teaspoon minced fresh thymeBURGERS:2 pounds ground beef1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon pepper4 slices provolone cheese, quartered3/4 cup mayonnaise16 dinner rolls, split and toasted2 cups fresh arugula3 plum tomatoes, cut into 16 slices8 bacon strips, halved and cooked Preparation In a food processor, place first 6 ingredients; pulse until cranberries are finely chopped....

Ingredients 1 jar (32 ounces) whole kosher dill pickles, drained1-1/4 cups sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar1 tablespoon dried minced onion1 tablespoon celery seed Preparation Cut pickles into 1/2-in. slices; return to the jar. Add the remaining ingredients. Cover and shake until coated. Refrigerate for at least 1 week, shaking occasionally. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Ingredients 2 cups frozen peas, thawed1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained2 cans (7 ounces each) white or shoepeg corn, drained1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and chopped1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained8 green onions, thinly sliced2 celery ribs, chopped1 medium green pepper, chopped1/2 cup white vinegar1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup vegetable oil1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, combine vinegar, sugar, oil, salt and pepper; whisk until sugar is dissolved....

Ingredients 1 package (12.3 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed1 teaspoon seasoned salt1 tablespoon canola oil1 small onion, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 cup light coconut milk1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro1 teaspoon curry powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper2 cups cooked brown rice Preparation Sprinkle tofu with seasoned salt. In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute tofu in oil until lightly browned. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute onion and garlic for 1-2 minutes or until crisp-tender....

Ingredients 1 package (16 ounces) linguine3 teaspoons curry powder1 can (13.66 ounces) light coconut milk1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1-1/4 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro Preparation Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, toast curry powder for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the milk, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Add shrimp; cook until shrimp turn pink, 5-6 minutes....

Ingredients 2-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, divided24 large marshmallows, snipped8 ounces dates, chopped2 cups chopped walnuts1-1/4 cups heavy whipping creamWhipped cream, optional Preparation In a bowl, combine 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs, marshmallows, dates and walnuts. Stir in cream; mix thoroughly. Shape into a 14x3-in. log. Roll in remaining crumbs. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight. Slice; garnish with whipped cream if desired....

Ingredients 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise3 tablespoons sweet pickle relish3 tablespoons chopped onion4 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons lemon juice1/4 teaspoon sugar1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper Preparation In a bowl, combine all the ingredients. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Ingredients 1 cup water6 tablespoons butter1 cup all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt4 eggsFILLING:1 cup heavy whipping cream1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons baking cocoaGLAZE:1 ounce unsweetened chocolate1 tablespoon butter1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons water Preparation In a saucepan over medium heat, bring water and butter to a boil. Add flour and salt all at once; stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each....

Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup cold butter, cubed3 egg whites1 cup sugar1 can (12-1/2 ounces) almond cake and pastry filling2 cups sliced almonds4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped Preparation In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly browned....

Ingredients 1/2 cup finely chopped onion3 celery ribs, finely chopped1/2 medium sweet red pepper, chopped1/2 medium green pepper, chopped1 tablespoon butter2 cups chicken broth2 cups uncooked instant rice1/4 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt, optional Preparation In a skillet, saute onion, celery and peppers in butter over medium heat for 2 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove from the heat; set aside. In a saucepan, bring broth to a full boil. Remove from the heat....

Ingredients 2 cups water2 cups diced peeled potatoes1/2 cup diced carrots1/2 cup chopped celery1/4 cup chopped onion1-1/2 teaspoons salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup cubed fully cooked ham1/4 cup butter, cubed1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups whole milk2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender. Add ham. In another saucepan, melt the butter; stir in flour until smooth....

Ingredients 4 tablespoons unsalted butter4 large sweet or Walla Walla onions, sliced1 tablespoon sugar6 cups beef broth, divided2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauceSalt and pepper to taste4 thick slices French breadAdditional unsalted butterGarlic salt or 1 garlic clove, halved1 cup shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese Preparation In a Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Saute onions until tender. Sprinkle sugar over onions. Reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are caramelized, about 20 minutes....

Ingredients 3 medium carrots, chopped1 large onion, chopped1 tablespoon olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) vegetable broth2 medium zucchini, chopped4 plum tomatoes, chopped2 cups refrigerated cheese tortellini1/3 cup chopped fresh spinach1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Preparation In a Dutch oven, saute carrots and onion in oil until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon grated orange zest2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon baking soda3/4 cup orange juice1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries1 cup golden raisins Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and orange zest. Combine the dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with juice. Fold in cranberries and raisins. Pour into a greased 9x5-in....

Ingredients 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce1 cup ranch salad dressing3 cans (4-1/2 ounces each) chunk white chicken, drained and shredded1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseThinly sliced green onions, optionalCorn or tortilla chipsCelery sticks Preparation In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, hot sauce and salad dressing. Stir in chicken. Spread into an ungreased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until heated through....

Ingredients 1 1/2 lb. ground beef (90/10) 1 tsp. chili powder Kosher salt 4 brioche buns, split 2 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for brushing 8 slices Sargento® Creamery Sliced Natural Cheddar Cheese 4 large eggs 1 1/2 c. (one 16-oz. jar) red salsa (mild, medium, or spicy, as desired) 4 c. restaurant-style tortilla chips, gently crushed 1/4 c. packed fresh cilantro leaves Preparation Step 1Shape beef into 4 equally-sized patties, about 4 inches wide....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened2 cups sugar1 large egg1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon almond extract3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder1-1/2 cups miniature chocolate chipsGlaze:3 cups semisweet chocolate chips1/4 cup shortening1-1/4 cups ground walnuts Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/4 teaspoon salt2 beef cube steaks (6 ounces each)1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained3 green onions, thinly sliced2/3 cup water1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules1/8 teaspoon pepper7 to 8 tablespoons sour creamHot cooked egg noodles Preparation In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour and salt. Add cube steaks, one at a time. Seal bag and shake to coat....